This case describes the initiation and growth of a commercial real estate business by a father-son partnership up to the point of deciding whether to remain private or take the organization public (IPO) in light of an economic downturn.
It focuses attention on the investigation of both options through their effect on fiscal and non-financial risks and rewards. Concern of how to address the potential changes in ownership, leadership, and direction in light of the determination is brought into play. Descriptions of the evolution of a father-son relationship are used to cultivate a dialog about the "uniqueness" of this relationship as it pertains to the business value as well as the value of the organization to its investors.
PUBLICATION DATE: May 01, 2013 PRODUCT #: NA0245-HCB-ENG
This is just an excerpt. This case is about STRATEGY & EXECUTION
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