Minding the Gap: How Advisors Empower Founders to Address Transition

WEEKLY EDITION • August 5, 2026

Drawing on survey findings and the experiences of hundreds of family enterprise advisors, Dennis Jaffe and Chris Graves examine the psychological, relational, and practical barriers that often stall transition planning. They also offer practical strategies advisors can use to help families navigate difficult conversations, build momentum, and guide successful transitions across generations.