Mar 31, 2025
In this episode of The Family Biz Show, host Michael Palumbos welcomes three generations of the Firkins family, owners of Tile Wholesalers, to discuss the evolution of their family business over 52 years.
From launching as a one-man tile distributor in the 1970s to becoming one of upstate New York’s leading...
Mar 25, 2025
In this episode of the Family Biz Show, host Michael Palumbos is joined by executive coach and author Cathy Carroll to explore the emotional and strategic tensions unique to leading a family-owned business. Drawing on personal experience and her new book Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business with Both Love and...
Mar 13, 2025
In this episode of the Family Biz Show, Michael interviews Michael Bower, who shares his journey of acquiring and revitalizing Eagle Metal Craft, a multi-generational family business. They discuss the challenges of succession planning, the importance of maintaining a strong company culture, and the impact of...
Mar 5, 2025
After a long haitus due to a company transition, we're back with episode 108! In this episode of the Family Biz Show, Michael interviewed Nikki Rausch of the Sales Maven, who shares her journey from a successful sales career to becoming a sales consultant.
They discuss the importance of hiring the right...