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Growing Up B2B

Growing Up B2B

Written by: Ed Delia
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Running a business is one thing—running a business with family is another. Growing Up B2B is dedicated to telling the stories of leaders who are building, growing, and sustaining successful family-run businesses in the B2B world. We explore the real challenges and triumphs of working with family, from navigating leadership transitions to managing business dynamics and preserving relationships along the way. If you've faced the highs and lows of growing a business alongside family and have valuable insights to share, we'd love to feature your journey on the podcast. Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply at https://podcast.delianet.com/podcast-guest.Copyright 2026 Ed Delia Economics Leadership Management Management & Leadership
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  • 77 - Passing the Torch: Creating a Lasting Legacy in Multigenerational Engineering Leadership with Chuck Becht IV and and Chuck Becht V
    Jan 7 2026

    In this episode of Growing Up B2B, your host Ed Delia interviews Chuck Becht IV, CEO, and Chuck Becht V, President. They are the father-son leadership team behind Becht Industrial Group. They discuss the company’s multi-generational history, leadership transitions, and growth strategies.

    The conversation highlights Becht’s culture of trust, technical excellence, and client-focused service, as well as their approach to innovation, talent development, and adapting to industry changes. Real-world case studies illustrate their problem-solving expertise, while reflections on family dynamics and leadership offer insights into sustaining a thriving, values-driven business in a complex industry.

    Learn more about the Bechts' work HERE.

    Connect with Chuck Becht IV on LinkedIn HERE.

    Connect with Chuck Becht V on LinkedIn HERE.

    Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

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    49 mins
  • 76 - The Family Business Playbook for Smart Financial Management and Long-Term Wealth with Joseph Dispenza
    Jan 5 2026

    In this episode of Growing Up B2B, host Ed Delia interviews Joseph Dispenza, President and Founder of Dispenza Financial and author of "Freedom is the Goal." They discuss key wealth-building strategies for family and B2B businesses, including the importance of financial planning, managing debt, maintaining cash reserves, and diversifying investments.

    Joseph shares insights from his four decades in finance, highlights common financial blind spots, and emphasizes the link between personal health and business success. The episode offers practical advice for business owners and second-generation leaders navigating financial decisions and long-term growth.

    Learn more about Joseph's work HERE.

    Connect with Joseph on LinkedIn HERE.

    Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

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    36 mins
  • 75 - Mastering LinkedIn and AI: Essential Tips for Family-Governed B2B Success with Al Kushner
    Dec 31 2025

    In this episode of Growing Up B2B, host Ed Delia interviews LinkedIn expert and author Al Kushner about leveraging LinkedIn and AI for business growth, especially in family-run B2B companies.

    Al shares strategies for optimizing LinkedIn profiles, creating authentic content, and using AI tools to boost efficiency without sacrificing personal touch. The conversation covers newsletters, groups, and advanced features like Sales Navigator, emphasizing the importance of digital presence and adapting to new technologies to maintain a competitive edge. Al also highlights resources for further learning and offers practical tips for building authority on LinkedIn.

    Learn more about Al's work HERE.

    Connect with Al on LinkedIn HERE.

    Think you'd be a great guest on the show? Apply HERE.

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    28 mins
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