Welcome Back to GENIUS Leadership Unleashed

Dear Readers,?

It’s been a while since I’ve reached out, but I’m thrilled to relaunch GENIUS Leadership Unleashed, a space dedicated to empowering leaders in family businesses to align their leadership, legacy, and growth.?

If you’re here, you likely share my passion for building businesses that not only thrive financially but also honour family values and leave a lasting legacy. As someone who works with family businesses every day, I know how unique—and challenging—your journey can be. This newsletter is here to help.?

For new readers, I’m Mary Ann Smith, Co-Founder of Kingsmith – Your Family Business Experts. Together with my husband, business partner, and Chartered Accountant, Paul Kingham , we specialise in helping family businesses thrive. You can learn more about us and our work here on LinkedIn:: Kingsmith - Your Family Business Experts

What You Can Expect?

Paul and I bring different experience to support our family business owners and founder-led clients. For all things strategic finance and growth you can say hello to him here: Paul Kingham

On the other hand, my unique expertise is founded in behavioural therapy, leadership, and purpose-driven business strategies for growth so I'll be exploring with you how aligning human needs with business goals creates sustainable growth.?

Moving forward, each monthly edition will provide you with:?

• Actionable Leadership Insights – Strategies to help you lead your family business with confidence, purpose, and clarity.?

• Solutions for Scaling Family Enterprises – Practical advice on navigating growth without compromising your values.?

• Real-World Success Stories – Examples of how family businesses like yours have overcome challenges and unlocked new potential.?

• Thought Leadership and Trends – Insights on succession planning, leadership development, and building a resilient business for future generations.?

Every newsletter is designed with you in mind—helping you strike the delicate balance between driving business growth and preserving the relationships and values that make your family business special.?

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Why GENIUS Leadership Unleashed??

At the heart of this newsletter is the GENIUS Leadership Framework, a proven method I’ve developed over decades of coaching leaders and family business owners. It’s about more than just scaling your business—it’s about unleashing the potential of every person involved, creating a purpose-driven culture, and building a legacy you’re proud of.?

Family businesses are the backbone of the economy, but they face unique challenges—whether it’s navigating family dynamics, scaling sustainably, or planning for the next generation. My goal is to give you the tools, strategies, and inspiration to tackle these challenges head-on and unlock what makes your business truly special.?

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What’s Coming Up??

Here’s a sneak peek of some upcoming topics:

• Succession Planning Made Simple: How to Prepare the Next Generation for Leadership.
• Leading with Purpose: Building a Business Aligned with Your Family Values.
• The Growth Dilemma: How to Scale Without Losing What Makes Your Family Business Unique.
• Turning Conflict into Collaboration: Strategies for Healthy Family Dynamics.
• Empowering Women in Family Business: Breaking Barriers and Leading with Confidence.
• Next-Gen Voices: How to Engage and Inspire the Future Leaders of Your Family Business.

If these sound like the kind of insights you need, you’re in the right place.

Let’s Connect?

I want this to be a two-way conversation. What challenges are you currently facing in your family business? What topics would you love to see covered here? Say hello and let me know—I’d love to hear from you.?

Thank you for trusting me to be part of your journey. I can’t wait to help you and your family business thrive!?

Warm wishes,?

Mary Ann Smith?

Co-Founder, Kingsmith -Your Family Business Experts

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