1/23/25
Topic: Passing the Torch: Part 1
Guests: Charlie Church, Chaz Church & Carley Church, Getem Services
In this episode we discuss:
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PMP Industry Insiders Peer Groups
The 103-year history of Getem Services and how Charlie, Chaz and Carley each came to work in the business
The family's involvement with the Virginia Pest Management Association, including Carley's recent award
What Charley learned from his mentor, Dave Boose
Why the Getem team has a "safe word"
How they are structuring share transfers and the ownership transition from one generation to the next
Whether Chaz and Carley always wanted to work in the business
How the business is transforming under Chaz and Carley with technology and a different operating philosophy
The process of building the new generation's skillset to run a business
Resources mentioned:
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 209: The Long Game: Mastering Exit Planning for Your Business
PCO Bookkeepers & M&A Specialists, Dan's accounting business, of which Getem Services is a client
Business coaches and peer groups Getem works with: Vistage, David Billingsly, Associated Pest
PMP Industry Insiders Episode 211: Passing the Torch Part 2 (to come)
Notable: "I would say it's difficult, like every family business. If anyone tells you it's not difficult, they're not telling you the truth. We all care so much ... We all want this business to be successful." —Chaz Church, Getem Services
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