When print owners tell me they’re ready to sell, they sometimes pause when I ask them about this. When potential print business buyers talk to me, they definitely want to know about it. I’m talking about MONEY! To put it simply, you need to be able to show your financial position. And it needs to […]
I hear the terms “succession planning” and “exit planning” a lot. Often, printing business owners confuse the terms. Let’s go over each to make sure you’re in a power position to consider your future moves and decisions. Succession Planning Succession planning involves identifying someone on the inside, an internal candidate, to fill key leadership roles […]
So, do you really have a marketing plan? Maybe you have a vision statement. And sometime, a few years ago, you hired a marketing consultant to write a marketing plan for you. All that stuff is filed safely away. Maybe the plans are in a desk or a filing cabinet. But the bottom line is that […]
Recently, I took part in an M&A Q&A that was part of a print industry article. I pulled no punches and called it as I see it, as far as mergers and acquisitions go. Below, you’ll find the questions and my answers. How would you currently describe the consolidation/M&A landscape in the print industry? It’s […]
Over the years, I’ve put out a lot of good content on my blog and sometimes people ask me about my greatest hits. I’ve found that certain posts are consistently popular and useful to the printing and print related industries. I also know that during busy times, you may not be able to search through […]
As you know, I spend a lot of time in the marketplace and from time to time, I want to share some strategic opportunities with you. Here is the scoop on a great company that is for sale. Watch the video to find out more: I also know of a successful company that is looking […]
As we approach Father’s Day, I want to take a look back at my father’s career and his legacy. As a man in his 90s, Carlo LaManna has much to look back on with pride. The road to innovation can take many paths. For my father, you could say a long career in printing began […]
There are some great takeaways from a group of companies I call the International Sign Expo innovators. The three businesses recently received rewards for innovation at the ISA Expo. As you know, I spend a lot of time in the marketplace, taking to family businesses about their futures. In a world where comfortable can be […]
Perhaps, this new year was the first time you seriously considered selling your printing business. You have always known that you would have to sell your business someday. But maybe this January you resolved to act. It’s a good time to reflect on the direction of your life and what you want to do differently. […]
2017 Predictions – Industry and Related Industries We’ve assembled a group of predictions from industry prognosticators and folks who specialize in marketing, sales and other niches. Take a look at some compelling insights from industry thought-leaders! Rock LaManna President & CEO LaManna Alliance My outlook for 2017 is BRIGHT! Bright is the word for a […]
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