What Happens Without You...
When a business depends on one person, the collapse starts within hours. This isn’t a theoretical risk, it’s the reality of being a "single point of failure." Here is what actually breaks.
Frozen Capital & Bounced Payroll
Bank accounts lock and payroll bounces. You lose vendor trust, damaged relationships, and revenue that never returns.
Legal Gridlock & Court Fees
No one has the authority to sign contracts. You face six figures in legal fees before a judge decides who is actually in charge.
The Valuation Drop
The moment a buyer or bank sees the business can't run without you, your life’s work loses 30% of its value instantly.
Family Chaos & Guesswork
Your spouse and children are left guessing your intentions while fighting a business they don't understand. Without a plan, your legacy becomes their greatest source of stress.
What actually breaks when an owner is suddenly unavailable
This isn’t a theoretical risk. It’s what happens every day when a business depends on one person and nothing is written down.
No one can legally move money or sign contracts
Payroll and vendors stall within days
Partners and family disagree because nothing is documented
Attorneys get involved before decisions are clear
Momentum drops and value erodes
No one knows where anything is when it matters most
None of this requires bad intent or poor management. It happens because no one stopped to document authority, access, and next steps before it mattered.
How We Remove Risk
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The Playbook: Clear instructions for your team.
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The Keys: Documented access to everything that matters.
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The Roadmap: A prioritized path for your family and advisors.
3 "Peace of Mind" Pillars
Our Services: Tailor-Made Services for Every Need
Most clients start with Succession Starter because it solves the immediate risk quickly without a large time or financial commitment.
Other Services
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Our Succession & Business Continuity Services
Succession Starter
Starts at $995
Best for: Owners who want to remove single-point-of-failure risk quickly before involving attorneys or advisors.
Why this exists: This package creates clarity fast so your business doesn’t stall if you’re unavailable and your family or partners aren’t left guessing.
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Snapshot session + disruption scenario mapping
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Authority and signer rules (who can act, approve, and access)
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Document inventory and gap analysis
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Insurance alignment review (licensed, non-legal)
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Emergency Binder framework
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Written summary and prioritized next steps
Starter Plus
Starts at $1,250
Best for: Owners who want a clear 12-month execution path without committing to full implementation.
Why this exists: Starter Plus turns clarity into a plan so you don’t stall after the initial work is done.
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Everything in Succession Starter
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12-month prioritized action plan (quarter-by-quarter)
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Extended follow-up session (60 minutes) to assign next actions
Continuity Blueprint
Starts at $3,500
Best for: Owners who want Thrive to coordinate implementation and prepare everything for attorney execution.
Why this exists: Blueprint moves you from planning to execution. We organize the work, manage the handoffs, and keep the process moving.
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Everything in Succession Starter
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Implementation planning workshop
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Roles, access, and controls map (banking, systems, vendors)
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Attorney-ready document packet and coordination
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Implementation roadmap and execution checklist
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Final digital succession binder and handoff walkthrough
Vault Plus
$750 per year
Best for: Owners who want guided reviews, non-legal updates handled for them, and access when needed most.
Why this exists: Vault Plus keeps your plan usable as your business evolves.
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Everything in Succession Vault
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Annual review meeting (60 minutes)
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Non-legal updates to current plan
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Attorney coordination if legal updates are needed (additional cost)
Succession Vault
$350 per year
Best for: Business owners who want a secure, organized source of truth and a simple way to keep their succession and continuity plan current over time.
Why this exists: So your plan doesn’t sit in a folder, go stale, or get lost when it’s needed most.
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Secure digital storage with standardized structure
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Emergency Binder index and access checklist
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Annual update notice and change log
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Replacement document request list (attorney, CPA, banker, insurance)
Intake Form
Complete an interactive intake form to capture information about your business and scenario mapping.
The Build
We organize your authority rules, access controls, and document gaps into a clear, executable continuity plan.
The Handoff
You receive your final digital binder and a prioritized roadmap so your team and family know exactly what to do.
What to Expect
This process is designed for speed and clarity. We don't replace your attorney; we prepare you for them. You’ll get a practical, written playbook that protects your business and your family, identifying exactly where legal work is needed so you only pay for it when it matters.
Starter vs Blueprint
Comparison item | Starter | Blueprint |
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Best for | Owners who want clarity fast and a clean plan they can execute | Owners who want deeper buildout, coordination, and an execution-ready system |
Strategy and scenarios | Covers common disruption events and maps key decisions | Deeper scenario planning and confirmation of execution decisions |
Outcome | A documented plan that removes confusion and protects operations | A more complete system with fewer loose ends and clearer execution |
Document inventory and gap analysis | Organized inventory with gaps identified and prioritized | More detailed inventory plus document packaging to support implementation |
Action plan sequencing | Step-by-step action sequence so the team knows what to do first | Sequencing plus deeper implementation support and coordination |
Documentation packaging | Clean, usable documentation your team can follow | Attorney-ready packaging with supporting worksheets and structure |
Attorney coordination support | Handoff guidance if legal drafting is needed | Active coordination support to keep attorney review moving |
Working sessions | 1 Succession Snapshot session (60 minutes) | Snapshot plus additional working sessions as needed |
Timeline | 7 to 10 business days after intake completion | 2 to 4 weeks after intake completion (varies by complexity) |
Investment | Starting at $995 | Starting at $3,500 |
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