{"id":7175,"date":"2025-07-30T12:15:16","date_gmt":"2025-07-30T16:15:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/?page_id=7175"},"modified":"2026-02-20T09:58:03","modified_gmt":"2026-02-20T14:58:03","slug":"succession-success","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/succession-success\/","title":{"rendered":"Succession Success"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<header class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero alignfull\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__content\"><div class=\"o-container\"><div class=\"o-row\"><div class=\"o-col u-6of12-xl u-8of12-lg\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__content-inner\">\n<div class=\"o-row u-align-items-center u-flex-grow\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-10of12-sm u-8of12-md u-9of12-lg u-12of12-xl\">\n<p class=\"is-style-slug wp-block-paragraph\">Protect your business\u2019s value and ensure smooth ownership transfers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-slug wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-slug wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h1 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Succession Success<\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro wp-block-paragraph\">Succession planning is critical for Canadian business owners to ensure a smooth transition when exiting their business, whether due to retirement, health issues, or other reasons.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro wp-block-paragraph\">Succession Success is designed to educate and equip SMB&#8217;s with the knowledge, tools, and resources to properly plan, develop, and implement basic succession plans.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-row\">\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-sm u-5of12-md u-6of12-lg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#2135e4\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic__content\"><span class=\"u-display-font\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Expert Guidance<\/span><\/span><p style=\"color: #ffffff;font-size: 20px\">Learn from experienced professionals, including accountants, lawyers, business valuators, and business brokers. <\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-col u-6of12-sm u-5of12-md u-6of12-lg\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic is-style-default\" style=\"background-color:#2135e4\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-statistic__content\"><span class=\"u-display-font\"><span style=\"color: #ffffff\">Custom Resources<\/span><\/span><p style=\"color: #ffffff;font-size: 20px\">Access tools, templates, and local resources to support business owners in developing personalized succession plans.<\/p><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-page-hero__image\" style=\"background-image:url(https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/succession-planning-process-750x750.jpg)\"><\/div><\/div><\/header>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Program Outline:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout alignwide\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-embed-aspect-4-3\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"o-ratio__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/Two-partners-team-of-professional-business-people-working-studying-writing-notes-sit-at-desk.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content-inner\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Are you one of the 76% of small business owners planning to exit in the next decade without a formal succession plan?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Don&#8217;t risk your legacy, employees&#8217; futures, or the $2 trillion in assets at stake &#8211; unprepared transitions can lead to financial loss, family disputes, and business failure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Join Succession Success, our free 6-week program with weekly expert-led virtual seminars designed to educate and equip SMB\u2019s with the knowledge, tools, and resources to properly plan, develop, and implement basic succession plans. Walk away confident and equipped: Protect your business&#8217;s value, ensure smooth ownership transfers, minimize taxes, and secure continuity for your team and community. Register now and turn uncertainty into a strategic exit.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:25px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout alignwide is-style-image-on-right\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__image-container\"><div class=\"wp-embed-aspect-4-3\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\"><div class=\"o-ratio__content\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/succession-planning-button-on-computer.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-callout__content-inner\">\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Program Delivery:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">6 weekly expert-led virtual seminars starting <strong>September 9, 2026<\/strong>. <strong>Register for one, or all 6 seminars.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Expected Outcomes:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Participants will develop knowledge of the core components required for effective succession planning<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Increased awareness of tax, legal, and ownership considerations<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Enhanced confidence in managing business transitions<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Who&#8217;s Succession Success for?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>New businesses: Learn foundational planning to avoid future pitfalls<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Growing SMBs: Identify successors, value your assets, and prep for the unexpected<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Businesses looking to sell: Learn legal, tax strategies for max value<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Succession Seminars:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid o-block-grid-2-md o-block-grid-3-lg\">\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card is-style-default\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Seminar #1: <strong>Introduction to Succession Planning<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Understand the importance and scope of succession planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, September 9, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seminar #2: <strong><strong>Valuing Your Business<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Learn why valuation matters and the methods to accurately value the business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, September 16, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seminar #3: I<strong><strong><strong><strong><strong>dentifying Potential Successors<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Evaluate options for transferring ownership or management and how to execute successfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, September 23, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seminar #4: <strong><strong>Legal Considerations<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Provide a clear understanding of legal frameworks, and key documents.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, September 30, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seminar #5: Tax and Estate Planning<\/strong> Considerations<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Introduce tax and estate planning for succession, ensuring tax minimization, CRA compliance, and a cost-effective business transfer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, October 14, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Seminar #6: <strong><strong>Expert Panel Discussion &amp; Q&amp;A<\/strong><\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Recap key insights, outline practical steps, and address open questions with clear answers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Seminar Date:<\/strong> Wednesday, October 21, 2026<br><strong>Registration opens August 1, 2026.<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:30px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Experts:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid o-block-grid-2-md o-block-grid-4-lg\">\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/simpsonwigle.com\/our-team\/hussein-a-hamdani\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/Hussein-A.-Hamdani.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Hussein A. Hamdani<\/strong>, SimpsonWigle LAW<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Hussein is the Assistant Managing Partner at SimpsonWigle LAW, specializing in corporate commercial law with a focus on commercial and residential real estate. He assists clients at all business growth stages, providing services including company incorporation and organization, partnership and shareholders\u2019 agreements, commercial lease preparation and review, investment advice for private placements or other investments in companies and real estate, and business purchase, sale, and financing.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">learn more<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/sbpartners.ca\/people\/raffaele-ruberto\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/Raffaele-Ruberto-1-555x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Raffaele Ruberto, CPA, CGA, TEP. SB Partners<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><br>Raffaele Ruberto, CPA, CGA, TEP, is a Partner at SB Partners, specializing in tax planning. With a BA from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (2006) and CICA In-Depth Tax Course (2007-2009), he excels in corporate and personal tax, trust and estate planning, and advising non-residents. He simplifies complex tax issues, leads corporate reorganizations, and supports CRA audits.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">learn more <\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.cedargroup.ca\/team\/vabby-makkar\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/09\/vabby-makkar-cedar-group.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Vabby Makkar, CPA, CBV. Cedar Consulting Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Vabby Makkar, a CPA and CBV with over a decade in finance, accounting, and real estate, excels in business valuation, forensic accounting, asset management, and deal-making, leveraging strategic insights to drive transactions and navigate challenges. A University of Toronto Rotman graduate with a BCom, he delivers innovative real estate solutions beyond conventional limits, while enjoying cricket, gym workouts, and family time.<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__button\">leaRn more<\/div><\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"o-block-grid__item\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-pb-card\"><a href=\"https:\/\/southbrookbusiness.com\/toronto-business-and-franchise-consultants\/\" class=\"wp-block-pb-card__inner\"><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__image-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/investinhamilton.ca\/hamilton-business-centre\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/3\/2025\/07\/Joel-photo-1-536x375.jpg\" alt=\"\" \/><\/div><div class=\"wp-block-pb-card__content-container\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Joel Friedman, Southbrook Business Development Group<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A business development professional with extensive experience in the Franchise Industry. 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