Cracking the Success Vault Podcast with Spectre Financial

Episode 20: Liana Demarais | Cracking the Success Vault Podcast

Spectre Financial

In this week’s episode of Cracking the Success Vault, host Sean Penhale sits down with Liana Desmarais, President of Plantscape, as the company prepares to celebrate 50 years in business in 2026.

As a second-generation business owner, Liana offers a candid look at what it takes to sustain, evolve, and lead a company across decades. From navigating growth and responsibility to modernizing systems while protecting culture, this episode is packed with practical insights for business owners, leaders, and entrepreneurs.

🎯 In this episode, you’ll learn:

How leadership evolves when stepping into a second-generation role

Why training and people development are critical for long-term success

How company culture can be a competitive advantage

The importance of knowing your numbers and making data-driven decisions

Lessons learned from running a business that has stood the test of time

Whether you’re leading a family business, scaling a company, or thinking long-term about sustainability and growth, Liana’s perspective delivers real-world wisdom grounded in experience.

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