Megan Green, CFO and General Counsel at Weiler, opens up about returning to her family’s heavy equipment manufacturing business after nearly a decade as a corporate attorney.
In this candid conversation, Megan explains how she and her siblings took on unexpected roles—not based on title, but based on where the business needed them most.Her reflections on leading with humility, learning the company from the inside out, and earning trust through clear communication resonate beyond family business.
Megan also shares how Weiler’s intentional culture—rooted in trust, rapid decision-making, and candid feedback—has helped her family prepare for succession while still growing the business.
[20:00] “The stakes are high in family business… It can be difficult to make the right decision under a microscope, and people who understand that are really valuable.” She offers an honest look at working with non-family leadership, managing legacy relationships, and learning from peers. Megan highlights one actionable tool that helped Weiler’s team define gaps and build confidence in their transition plan—an exercise that any leadership team can replicate.
[31:00] “We initially thought we had to replicate all of [our Dad’s] strengths. But that’s not feasible… We all contribute in the way that makes the most sense for us and for the business.”
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