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Family businesses are the main contributors to national economies the world over through the jobs they provide, income they generate and the wealth they create, not forgetting the impact they have on the broader communities in which they operate too.

Family businesses intrinsically do, or want to do the right thing, acting as agents of change and taking responsibility for their actions. They care and with a shared purpose take long-term decisions and act as stewards for next generations. They want to do the right thing, creating sustainable businesses and recognise the urgency associated with the need to care for the world in which they live too.  They take their responsibilities seriously.  They have a story to tell, a passion and pride in what they do and continue to invest in their businesses, their people and their communities.

 

Family Business United has the family business community at our core.  We are recognised globally as champions of family firms and seek to celebrate the contribution they make, ensure they obtain recognition for what they do on a daily basis and, to provide the necessary support and resources to enable them to continue to flourish for generations to come.

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Proudly championing the family business sector and sharing their news on a daily basis.

Campaigns

Providing ways to help the family business community celebrate the work they do and highlight the significant contribution of the sector.

Insights

Content from globally recognised experts and insights on all things family business from succession planning to legacy, next generation, governance and a whole lot more besides.

Events

Providing online and in person events to bring the family business community together to learn, network and benefit from the collective knowledge of our growing community.

Think Tank

Global insight from experts in the field of family business on agenda items for family business leadership teams.

Community

Never feel alone again - We have created a community of people in the family business sector who are happy to share, network and get involved

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About Us

Family Business United (‘FBU’) is an unparalleled rallying point and voice for the global family business community and an invaluable source of insight into the sector. 

FBU is a resource for all, family businesses of all sizes and sectors, and their advisers, helping to raise the profile of the family business sector and to encourage greater awareness of the contribution that family firms make to the global economy through employment, income generation, wealth creation and charitable endeavours.

At FBU, everything we do is about the family business, creating the best resource available to help families in business get access to the resources and support they need to continue their family business journey, wherever it will take them.

Succession

Preparing for and making the transition from one generation to the next

Legacy

Making and leaving a mark on a family, family business and the broader community and planet

Values

Determining and embedding the values that make your family business unique

Governance

Developing and implementing frameworks to manage family, business and broader stakeholder engagement

Next Generation

Preparing, onboarding and stepping into senior leadership roles as a next generation family member

Communication

Techniques, tools and resources to make your family business communication more effective

Key Family Business Challenges

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Conflict In Family Businesses: Inevitable Challenge Or Catalyst For Growth?

Conflict In Family Businesses: Inevitable Challenge Or Catalyst For Growth?

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Expert Woodturners For More Than A Century

Jackson Woodturners has been established as expert woodturners for more than 100 years. Based in Sheffield, the family firm is now in...

LEGACY - The Family Business Podcast Launched

LEGACY - The Family Business Podcast Launched

Family Business United are delighted to launch a new podcast for the family business community called LEGACY. Founder and CEO of Family...

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Celebrating the significant contribution of family firms globally - We are THE family business champions

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Conflict In Family Businesses: Inevitable Challenge Or Catalyst For Growth?

Conflict within family businesses is often viewed with apprehension, yet it is a ubiquitous aspect of their dynamics. Unlike purely...

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At The Cutting Edge Since 1760

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The Heart Of Legacy: Philanthropy & Community Engagement In Family Firms

Family businesses around the world are often seen as cornerstones of their communities, contributing not just to the economy but to...

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Maintaining Control Across Generations: The Family Protector

In family-run businesses, keeping control over operations, wealth, and legacy across generations can be challenging. A Family Protector...

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The Case for The Next Generation Gaining Experience Outside the Family Firm

As family-owned businesses transition through generations, the question of whether the next generation should gain experience outside the...

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Don't Lose Your Digital Memories Forever

STEP, a worldwide body for professionals that help families plan for their futures, launched its Protect Your Digital Memories campaign...

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The Impact Of Owner Interference On Non-Family CEO Performance

The Impact Of Owner Interference On Non-Family CEO Performance

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Challenges & Opportunities Facing UK Businesses

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Why Sustainability Is Integral To Successful Family Businesses

Sustainability is an increasingly important topic in the world of business. As concerns surrounding the planet and climate change...

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FBU continues to expand and has a growing membership base around the world. Recognised as THE family business champions we have also gained recognition in both of the Top 100 Global Family Business Influencers list compiled by Family Capital. We are also the VOICE of the family business community, celebrating their contribution throughout the UK and beyond.

Family Business United (‘FBU’) is an unparalleled rallying point and voice for the global family business community and an invaluable source of insight into the sector.  FBU is a resource for all, family businesses of all sizes and sectors, and their advisers, helping to raise the profile of the family business sector and to encourage greater awareness of the contribution that family firms make to the global economy through employment, income generation, wealth creation and charitable endeavours.

At FBU, everything we do is about the family business, creating the best resource available to help families in business get access to the resources and support they need to continue their family business journey, wherever it will take them.

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