117 - A Different Path Forward: Why Leaving Can Strengthen Your Family Legacy

Ed Delia

Published on: 22/06/2026

Ed Delia interviews Richard Haig on family business growth, leadership, and innovation. Richard shares how Haig Service evolved into a national security company through acquisitions, AI, and long-term legacy planning.

LeadershipFamily RelationshipInnovationFamily BusinessMentorship

68 - Navigating the Challenges of Succession Planning in a Multi-Generational Business

Ed Delia

Published on: 08/12/2025

In this episode of "Growing Up B2B," Ed Delia interviews Mike Kohler, Senior Vice President and fourth-generation leader of Kohler Coating, a 120-year-old family business serving the corrugated paper industry. Mike shares insights on sustaining legacy through innovation, overcoming economic hardships, and the importance of disciplined growth and succession planning. He discusses navigating family dynamics, learning from past generations, and the vital role of supportive relationships.

Family RelationshipTechnologyBeauty and CosmeticsFamily Business