In Good Companies

Starting and running a business or managing one isnt for the faint of heart.

Author: Cadence Bank

Starting and running a business or managing one isnt for the faint of heart. Youre balancing internal and external forces in a continually changing landscape. Youre building strategies, and banking on the future no matter what it holds. This is where Cadence Banks In Good Companies comes in. We share our wealth of knowledge, and insights from noted industry experts, to guide you through the forces shaping business today. Were back for Season 6, and this time, were setting our sights on the future of work. Were asking the big questions, like: What will your career look like in 2030? Or 2050, even? How is ESG shaping the future of companies? And how can we leverage AI to our advantage? We bring together experts from across the board, from Silicon Valley to multinationals like EY, to help you stay on the cutting edge of business. And we get to know those who are building the future of our companies; because at Cadence Bank, we want to hear the human side of every success story. Hosting our stellar range of guests this season is our new host, Ari Marin. He is a Cadence Bank Senior Vice President and family enterprise advisor, whose specialty is consulting with family-owned and small businesses. Aris idea of good company is being around creative, insightful people with unique and inspirational stories. For Season 6, he brings in his curiosity and ambition to In Good Companies, to lead discussions with our guests, and bring listeners across the U.S. all the information they need, in one place, in under 30 minutes. Ready to launch into the future? Then join us!
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Launching into the Future: Middle Market Trends for 2025, with Doug Farren
Episode 10
Tuesday, 11 February, 2025

It’s been four years since we started In Good Companies and, as we look ahead, we feel that our vision for this show is complete. Together we navigated the forces shaping your business over the past six seasons, bringing in experts on culture, M&A, corporate security and so much more. We conclude this series with a special final episode. We’re keeping our promises and launching you into 2025 with a conversation you don’t want to miss. Our final guest, Doug Farren, is a pioneer in business research and the co-founder of the National Center for the Middle Market at Ohio State University. A thought leader, researcher and educator, Doug joins us to share his insights into one of the most overlooked segments of the economy: mid-size businesses — a "forgotten third" that drives a significant portion of private sector growth.In this episode, Doug sheds light on the challenges and opportunities facing middle-market companies in 2025. From technology adoption to talent retention, risk management and succession planning, we discuss how to help mid-sized businesses navigate the road ahead. We also break down the findings of the Middle Market Indicator – a cutting-edge study that Doug runs bi-annually, to outline the needs of mid-size businesses and connect leaders in the field. Together, we share important business stories, as we love them on this podcast. If you’re a business owner, entrepreneur or visionary who wants to know what is shaping 2025, this episode is for you. Here’s to embracing the future – and being with us – one last time, on In Good Companies.Highlights:Introducing Doug Farren (01:59)What is the Middle Market? (03:02)Scaling up: Needs, Challenges and Opportunities for Midsize Companies (06:59)Building a Network, with the Middle Market Indicator (10:46)Understanding the Macro-Economic Environment in 2025 (14:38)Technology and Innovation in the Middle Market (16:57)The Issue with Middle Market Brand Visibility & Talent Retention (19:42)Thinking Ahead: Governance, and Succession Planning (22:28) The Climate Question: Assessing Risks for Business Growth (25:12)Where to Find Resources for Middle Market Leaders (30:14)Telling Business Stories, Making New Connections (32:44)A Final World from In Good Companies (35:07)Links:Cadence Bank WebsiteCadence Bank X (Twitter)Cadence Bank LinkedInCadence Bank YouTubeDoug Farren LinkedInDoug Farren - NCMM WebsiteDoug Farren - Fisher College of BusinessNational Center for the Middle Market Website“The Market that Moves America” - NCMM PodcastMiddle Market Indicator - Year End 2024Feedback:If you have questions about the show or its topics , email our producers Natalie.Barron@cadencebank.com or Eydie.Pengelly@cadencebank.com.