Don’t Wait Until You Have To: Succession Planning as a Strategic Advantage
You’ve built a great company — strong performance, loyal customers, and a workforce that knows what they’re doing. But if you’re honest, how much time are you spending on future leadership?
At Nexcore, we’ve seen it firsthand. Take Jason Patnaude, President and Co-Founder of Alliance Group. Under Jason’s leadership, Alliance thrived as an employee-centric business. He built the company from the ground up — investing in people, delivering essential solutions, and fostering a strong, values-driven culture. When the time came to start stepping back, he wanted to do it the right way — staying connected while gradually shifting away from day-to-day responsibilities. Like many founders, he reached a point where succession wasn’t a someday concept — it was a strategic decision that needed real action.
That’s where a proactive succession plan comes in — not just to fill a role, but to prepare your company, your people, and your future.
The Problem with Waiting Too Long
Succession isn’t just about picking a name to replace yours on the org chart. It’s about developing the next generation of leadership, identifying gaps in your talent pipeline, and creating a structure that lets the business grow without being dependent on you.
Too often, business owners wait until burnout hits, health becomes an issue, or key people leave. At that point, your options narrow — and in some cases, you’re forced into a sale, or worse, a scramble.
The Opportunity You Have Now
Whether you're five or ten years from retirement, the best time to plan is before you need to. That’s where NexCore can be a valuable partner.
We work with founder-led businesses who want to:
Recruit top-tier talent to strengthen the bench
Develop a clear career ladder for rising managers and technicians
Create a thoughtful exit strategy, even if that exit is years away
Access resources from a larger partner without losing control
Retain equity or stay involved while gradually shifting leadership
You don’t have to walk away. You don’t even have to sell. But with the right partner, you can begin laying the groundwork now — accelerating growth, preparing your team, and making sure your legacy is carried forward with intention.
Build the Leadership Your Company Deserves
Succession planning isn’t about stepping aside. It’s about stepping up for your people and your future. Whether you're looking to slow down, stay involved in a reduced capacity, or simply get ahead of the curve, there are smarter ways to do it — with the right strategy, the right investment, and the right partner.
At NexCore, we don’t just invest in companies. We invest in leadership, people, and long-term success.
Let’s talk about what comes next with time on your side.