Thursday, May 29, 2025

Driving Business Results: Scaling Up, Sustaining Peak Business Performance, and Succession Planning 

Discover smart ways to streamline operations, boost profitability, and build momentum in your day-to-day. We’ll also tackle succession planning head-on—especially for family-run and privately held companies looking to map out a strong future. Packed with real-world examples and industry-specific advice, this session offers practical tools to help you bring clarity, alignment, and renewed energy to your business.

James Grieve, MBA, CMC, FEA, CEPA, CCXP

Founder & Principal Strategic Business Advisor, Value Driver

James Grieve helps businesses get unstuck, reset, and reach their full potential. As the founder of Value Driver, he works with business owners to scale up, improve operations, and get ready for what's next—whether that's growth, transition, or succession.

With over 25 years of consulting experience—and 15 years spent directly in the overhead door industry—James understands the real-world challenges trade-based businesses face. His approach is hands-on, practical, and focused on helping owners take control of their time, build stronger teams, and create momentum.

Value Driver is all about bringing clarity and alignment to your business strategy—so you can stop spinning your wheels and start making real progress. From refining your systems and processes to preparing the next generation of leadership, James brings the tools, structure, and support you need to move forward with confidence.

He’s also a certified advisor in multiple disciplines, including succession planning, customer experience, and organizational transformation—but more than anything, he’s passionate about helping entrepreneurs lead with clarity, grow with intention, and exit on their own terms.