A Lifetime in Family Business
Stephen Shortt grew up in two family businesses, bought both from his parents, and still works with them today. He's lived every stage of the succession journey, from the breakdowns to the breakthroughs.
I'm on a mission to make the world a better place, with happy people in fulfilling, rewarding careers.
I'm CEO of Successful Succession, CareerFit, and Talent Select, and founder of the HAPPY People Project. I help entrepreneurs build a killer family business without killing their family, drawing on a blend of counselling, talent assessment, and strategic planning.
Growing up in two family businesses and nearly walking away from it all, I developed a framework for Successful Succession, which I share in my keynote, "Build a Killer Family Business, Without Killing Your Family."
Today I work with family businesses around the world as a facilitator, strategist, and coach, helping them navigate succession, strengthen communication, and build harmony across generations.
Credentials & Recognition
Spoken in 58 countries
Former Global Chair, Global Student Entrepreneur Awards (GSEA)
Global Committee member, EO Accelerator
Featured in a Disney+ documentary
Personality psychometric profiler
Bought two family businesses from his parents
Strategy facilitator & leadership coach
Founder of Successful Succession
Work With Stephen
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