{"id":4509,"date":"2022-01-26T14:01:16","date_gmt":"2022-01-26T14:01:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/the-next-generation-how-you-can-support-a-vibrant-future-for-north-country-businesses\/"},"modified":"2022-06-18T00:16:03","modified_gmt":"2022-06-18T00:16:03","slug":"the-next-generation-how-you-can-support-a-vibrant-future-for-north-country-businesses","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/north-blog\/the-next-generation-how-you-can-support-a-vibrant-future-for-north-country-businesses\/","title":{"rendered":"The next generation: how you can support a vibrant future for North Country businesses"},"content":{"rendered":"<blockquote><p>\u201cFor me and my family, the ability to do what we love and share it with others is a legacy we all want to be part of. Personally, it is very fulfilling to be back in operation and continue the family tradition for another generation.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>~\u00a0Josiah Martin, Martin\u2019s Handmade Pretzels, Moira, N.Y.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n<p>This month, ANCA\u2019s\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/ownanorthcountrybusiness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Center for Businesses in Transition<\/a>\u00a0(CBIT) announced the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adirondack.org\/sites\/default\/files\/Press%20release_%20Three%20Franklin%20Co.%20Businesses%20Transition%20to%20Next%20Generation.pdf\">successful transitions of three Franklin County businesses<\/a>\u00a0to new ownership.<\/p>\n<p>At Martin\u2019s Handmade Pretzels in Moira, Josiah Martin bought his grandfather\u2019s business with the help of his father. At Little Town Lanes, also in Moira, and Happy Camping RV in Vermontville, dedicated employees took over the businesses from retiring owners. In each case, critical transition services were provided by the\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.adirondackfrontier.com\/\">Franklin County Economic Development Corporation<\/a>\u00a0(FCEDC), a CBIT liaison organization.<\/p>\n<p>CBIT was established in 2018 as a network of economic development experts across the North Country committed to sustaining the local businesses we\u00a0love. The FCEDC and other members of the partnership are helping current and future business owners navigate the challenges of a business transition \u2014 from marketing opportunities to key connections to strategic regional resources, and \u2014 most challenging of all \u2014 identifying and addressing financing needs.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-691 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-ribbon-cutting-500x375.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"375\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-ribbon-cutting-500x375.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-ribbon-cutting-768x576.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-ribbon-cutting.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Since I joined ANCA last summer, each visit to a business in the region has me thinking about the future of our businesses \u2014 corner stores, coffee shops, retail establishments, skilled tradespeople, health care providers, and more \u2014 and how we all can support a vibrant future for the spaces and services we use each day.<\/p>\n<p>There are thousands of business owners in our region thinking about their next chapters, be it retirement, a compelling opportunity elsewhere, a new entrepreneurial adventure, or a combination of factors.<\/p>\n<p>Here are a few ways we can all contribute to an environment that supports business owners and their families, entrepreneurs, and the preservation of our favorite spots:<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/adirondack.org\/2021LocalGiftGuide\">Support local businesses<\/a><\/strong>. It should go without saying that the foundation of strong business transitions are strong businesses. Each of us can strengthen our communities today, tomorrow and years into the future by continuing to support small local businesses and service providers.<\/p>\n<p><strong><a href=\"http:\/\/ownanorthcountrybusiness.com\/about_us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Learn more<\/a><\/strong>. Have you ever wondered what a chamber of commerce does? What about an economic development corporation or industrial development\u00a0agency? Learn more about CBIT liaison and partner organizations, and get to know the services and opportunities provided by experts in your own community or county. And spread the word! Get updates in\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/bit.ly\/ANCAnews\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ANCA\u2019s monthly e-newsletter<\/a>, follow\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/Center-for-Businesses-in-Transition-CBIT-104701184862956\">CBIT on Facebook<\/a>\u00a0and share opportunities with the entrepreneurial people in your life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Consider your entrepreneurial future.<\/strong>\u00a0Have you ever dreamed of owning your own business? With services provided by CBIT liaisons and other local organizations, this dream may be closer than you think. Purchasing an existing business \u2014 even if you\u2019d like to make changes to it \u2014 can be a great way to tap into existing facilities, supply chains and clientele. (Pro tip:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com<\/a>\u00a0is a great place for future business owners to start. You\u2019ll even find a list of available businesses!)<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-692 alignright\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Happy-Camping-RV-500x370.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"370\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Happy-Camping-RV-500x370.jpeg 500w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Happy-Camping-RV-768x568.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Happy-Camping-RV.jpeg 1200w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Plan for the future of your business.<\/strong>\u00a0Or, plan to plan. Business transitions can take 3-5 years from start to finish! It\u2019s never too early to think about the future of your business, from selling to a family member or current employee, transitioning to a worker-owned cooperative (like\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/suncommunitynews.com\/news\/88859\/ward-lumber-completes-historic-transition-to-employee-ownership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ward Lumber<\/a>\u00a0in Jay and Malone, N.Y.), or selling on the open market, CBIT and your community liaison can help get you started. (Pro tip 2:\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com<\/a>\u00a0is also a great place for current owners to start!)<\/p>\n<p><strong>Attend an event.<\/strong>\u00a0ANCA and the CBIT partnership host great events for business buyers and sellers alike. On February 15, 2022, we\u2019ll be hosting a free, virtual matchmaking event for current owners selling their businesses and aspiring owners thinking about making the leap. Information about this event can be found at \u2014 you guessed it \u2014\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">www.ownanorthcountrybusiness.com<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Become a CBIT liaison.<\/strong>\u00a0Are you a North Country economic or community development professional interested in supporting business transitions in your community? You are invited to join our free\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adirondack.org\/sites\/default\/files\/2022%20CBIT%20ED%20Training%20Program%20%282%29.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">2022 CBIT Train-the-Trainer Program<\/a>\u00a0to join the team. Please feel free to email me at\u00a0<a href=\"mailto:zhobbs@adirondack.org\">zhobbs@adirondack.org<\/a>\u00a0for more information.<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-693 alignleft\" src=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-Pretzels-Family-500x500.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"500\" height=\"500\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-Pretzels-Family-500x500.png 500w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-Pretzels-Family-300x300.png 300w, https:\/\/www.adirondack.org\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/06\/Martins-Pretzels-Family.png 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 500px) 100vw, 500px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><strong>Share local\u00a0success stories.<\/strong>\u00a0Like the three successful transitions in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/suncommunitynews.com\/news\/94802\/county-organizations-guide-north-country-entrepreneurs-to-success\/\">Franklin County<\/a>\u00a0and others in the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/suncommunitynews.com\/news\/91621\/circle-court-motel-transitions-to-new-owners\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Ticonderoga Area<\/a>\u00a0and\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/romesentinel.com\/stories\/new-owners-take-the-helm,111830\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">across the North Country<\/a>. And please spread the word about CBIT services, resources and events. As businesses we work with attest, these tools and networks help make the transition process smoother and easier \u2014 and ultimately more successful \u2014 for both buyers and sellers.<\/p>\n<p>Josiah Martin talks about legacy and his family\u2019s \u201cability to do what [they] love and share it with others.\u201d Across the region, there are thousands more owners thinking about their version of legacy and what the future holds for their businesses. I hope you\u2019ll join me in supporting the next generation of business owners, whose dedication and passion inspires me every day.<\/p>\n<p><em>Photos, top to bottom: Ribbon-cutting and re-opening of Martin&#8217;s Handmade Pretzels in Moira\u00a0after fire in 2020 and renovation project in 2021; Max Nason, pictured, and his wife Veronica, are new owners of Happy Camping RV in Vermontville; Josiah\u00a0Martin, center left, has purchased his family&#8217;s pretzel business from his grandfather Lloyd, center right.<\/em><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p><em>Zach Hobbs is Outreach Coordinator for\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/adirondack.org\/ANCA-CPR\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ANCA\u2019s Center for Pandemic Response<\/a>\u00a0(ANCA CPR), which provides free and low-cost technical support services to help small businesses and organizations recover from the COVID-19 economic upheaval and plan for the future.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>\u201cFor me and my family, the ability to do what we love and share it with others is a legacy we all want to be part of. Personally, it is very fulfilling to be back in operation and continue the family tradition for another generation.\u201d ~\u00a0Josiah Martin, Martin\u2019s Handmade Pretzels, Moira, N.Y. 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