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two titles by Matthew M. Kerzner, Ph.D.
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Succession Planning in Family Business: Owners’ Perceptions and Practices
L’Dor V’Dor: Generation to Generation
For me, this is a special expression, as it represents the transition of one’s culture, values, norms, rituals, and traditions. In a family-owned business (FOB), it truly is the passing down of everything important to sustain the family’s mission, vision, and values as the business moves from one generation to the next.
In the family business arena, scholars use the term “generation to generation” to visualize the passing of the knowledge, skills, and abilities to sustain that founder’s vision. As a business psychologist, when I discuss succession with my clients, both family and nonfamily, I always express the importance of understanding and honoring the past and appreciating the present of the business, to best prepare for its future. As such, L’dor V’dor is the goal for the owner and any business advisor working with FOBs.
Thinking and planning and passing the knowledge and traditions down from one generation to another is one of the key formulas in a successful succession transition.
Maximizing your potential through the exploration of an alter ego
The Power Within
In the pursuit of personal success and achievement, some individuals enlist alter egos as companions on their journey of self-discovery. These personas, decorated with qualities of greatness, propel individuals towards their goals, transforming aspirations into tangible achievements.
Whether you seek self-exploration, professional growth, or leadership enhancement, the alter ego may serve as a powerful tool in navigating the complexities of modern life. By unlocking new dimensions of your personality and achieving greater self-awareness, you can harness the power of your imagination for a richer, more fulfilling life.
Join me in this journey of self-exploration and transformation and take the first step toward realizing the power within.
About the Author: Matthew R. Kerzner, Ph.D.
Dr. Matthew R. Kerzner is a renowned expert in family business consulting, organizational development, and succession planning. With over 30 years of experience, Dr. Kerzner has dedicated his career to helping family-owned and closely held businesses navigate the complexities of succession planning, financial stability, sustainability, and human performance management.
Currently serving as the Principal and Managing Director at the New England Center for Family Business Excellence (NECFBE), Dr. Kerzner works with clients to develop strategic plans that address both the business and family dynamics to ensure successful succession plans and long-term prosperity. Dr. Kerzner’s approach emphasizes organizational health through business development, operational efficiency, and people development. Services offered at NECFBE include Strategic Human Resource Consulting, Family Business Advising, Conflict Resolution & Relational Mediation, Leadership Development & Executive Coaching and Board Development. There is also an Assessment Center that offers different types of behavioral assessments to help develop individuals and teams.
Before founding NECFBE, Dr. Kerzner was a Managing Director at Eisner Amper Advisory LLC, where he led strategic human resource services. He holds a Ph.D. in Business Psychology from The Chicago School of Professional Psychology and multiple degrees in Industrial-Organizational Psychology and Labor Relations from The University of New Haven and Nichols College. He is also a certified Professional Coach and on faculty at The Gestalt Institute of Cleveland. His work has been widely recognized for its insightful approach to addressing the unique challenges faced by family-owned enterprises.
In addition to his professional achievements, Dr. Kerzner is actively involved in several, professional organizations, including The Society for Human Resource Management and The International Coaching Federation. He resides in North Haven, Connecticut, with his wife and two daughters.
