Welcome to Episode 13 of our "Public Comment" podcast. As former elected officials in Napa Valley, we talk about politics, people and whatever else is on our minds.

This episode, we discuss the pros and cons of family and corporate business ownership. Locally-owned businesses can provide a more community-oriented experience than some that have transitioned to corporate ownership, but operating costs, government regulations and changing economic trends make it difficult to succeed in Napa Valley.