Leadership is not ownership. It’s stewardship.

One of the most important, and most overlooked, responsibilities of a business owner is how they choose to exit. Too often, outcomes are shaped by timing and circumstance rather than preparation and intent.

A successful transition takes years: aligning strategy, strengthening the business, and finding the right people to carry it forward.

In this article, Ashlynne Dale shares the behind-the-scenes story of the succession of Norwood Portable Sawmills, from an interrupted process during COVID to a reset and ultimately a completed transaction.

If an exit is part of your future, even if it feels distant, this is worth your time.