Relocation advice for transitioning companies

In various columns, I’ve described several changes that occur during the life of a family operated business – specifically, manufacturing and logistics interests. These outfits are owned by your neighbors next door and employ millions around the United States.
Business transitions include acquiring a competitor, the death of a matriarch, exponential growth, loss of a key customer, sale of the operating unit via stock or asset purchase, or a move out-of-state. Sadly, it could also be