Winter Institute 2022 Program

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Levels
Foundational: Focus on introduction and awareness to a topic. Appropriate for those with limited experience of the subject area seeking introductory understanding.

Applied: Focus on practical takeaways built on existing foundational experience. Appropriate for those seeking to build on, apply, or enhance existing knowledge.

Deep Dive: Focus on strategic implementation of detailed topics. Appropriate for those with substantial knowledge seeking information to heighten expertise.

Schedule subject to change.

Wednesday, February 16, 2022  

10:30 am to 11:50 am ET

Strategies for Succession Planning (Applied) Junior Ballroom B, Floor 3, DECC

The best time to start planning for succession is five years ago; the second-best time is today. Exiting a much-loved business can be difficult to consider, but whether you are preparing to retire or you expect to own your store for many years to come, it is important to have a plan in place for your business and to consider all succession options. A panel of booksellers who have gone through the process of changing ownership will lead a conversation on how to prepare for this important step in the life of your store. The panel will discuss cash sales, owner transitions to current employees, and transitions to a co-op model.

Schedule subject to change.

About ABA

The American Booksellers Association, a national not-for-profit trade organization, works with booksellers and industry partners to ensure the success and profitability of independently owned book retailers, and to assist in expanding the community of the book.

Independent bookstores act as community anchors; they serve a unique role in promoting the open exchange of ideas, enriching the cultural life of communities, and creating economically vibrant neighborhoods.

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