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FINANCE
36 Mapping the Next Move
Do business advisers practice what they preach? We
look at how accounting firm BFBA handles its own
succession planning, as its first-generation partners
approach retirement.
by Steven Yoder
AGRICULTURE
52 The Family Niche
Talent: Noelia Hawley & Selam Haile
SUCCESSION PLANNING | FAMILY BUSINESS | NICHE FARMING | EXPERIENCE ARCHITECTURE
BUSINESS INSIGHT FOR THE CAPITAL REGION
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born
to
RUN
Youth entrepreneurship
programs expand in
the Capital Region
by Torey Van Oot
Suburban father Mike Polis makes an unlikely rancher,
but he's gained traction with his passion project, building
a small family farm catering to a niche Capital Region
market.
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by Laurie Lauletta-Boshart
EDUCATION
REAL ESTATE
60 Breaking Up is Hard to Do
Succession planning in real estate businesses offers an
array of unique challenges. After multiple generations,
sometimes parting ways proves to be the best path.
by Russell Nichols
Youthful Endeavors
Education in entrepreneurialism grooms mini
moguls and prepares students for the modern
workforce. As demand rises, local programs are
expanding to reach more youth and instill the
lessons of smart business.
by Torey Van Oot
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