Why Business Owners Must Maintain Ownership of Their Assets

Business growth depends on protecting what you own. Marketing campaigns, digital tools, and platforms can only support long-term success if control stays with the business owner. AdVice hosts Josh Mangum, David Teller, and Aidan Eaton break down why asset ownership matters.

Written by Brittany Degnan

October 9, 2025

Who’s Behind the Conversation

WiT Group Specialists

Josh Mangum, founder of WiT Group, is joined by David Teller, Director of Digital Marketing, and Aidan Eaton, Creative Director. Together, they provide insight from WiT Group, a performance-based digital marketing agency focused on measurable growth.

Witcraft Podcast Studio

This episode of AdVice was filmed in Witcraft Podcast Studio, located in Columbia, SC. The studio is a sister company of WiT Group and delivers professional podcast and video production for businesses and creators.

Maintaining Control & Ownership of Business Assets

In this episode of AdVice, Josh Mangum, David Teller, and Aidan Eaton talk business assets and why business owners should always retain ownership of their business assets.

Why Ownership of Business Assets Matters

Control Equals Security

Business assets—websites, domains, ad accounts, and analytics—should remain under the owner’s control. Without ownership, companies risk losing access to vital data and tools.

Agencies Need Access, Not Ownership

Agencies can manage campaigns, optimize platforms, and track results, but their role is execution. Ownership should never transfer away from the business.

Safeguarding Long-Term Growth

Maintaining ownership allows businesses to change partners without losing continuity. Retained control ensures consistent data, smooth transitions, and lasting growth.

Building a Strong Foundation

Ownership provides security, clarity, and leverage. Business assets function as core infrastructure and should be treated as non-negotiable property of the owner.

AdVice delivers practical marketing and business guidance from WiT Group specialists. This conversation underscores a critical rule for business owners: agencies can help you grow, but ownership must always remain in your hands.