In the hustle of day-to-day operations — dealing with suppliers, chasing invoices, managing staff, and keeping customers happy — it's...

In family businesses, trust isn’t just a virtue—it’s the cornerstone of success. While strategy, financial discipline, and innovation all...

Family businesses are often viewed through the lens of tradition—steadfast, familiar, and consistent. But beneath the surface lies a...

In an era dominated by quarterly reports, rapid scale-ups, and investor-driven decision making, family businesses stand apart. Quietly...

Family businesses form the bedrock of the global economy. From traditional high-street shops to cutting-edge tech start-ups, the...

As the UK Employee Ownership community celebrate EO day, we take a look at what employee ownership is and whether it would be worth...

Family business succession under pressure as one in four lack clear heir, new research finds 92% of family business owners want to keep...

Kiran Kandade, Nan Jiang and Joyce Ko from the Family Business Team at Brunel University share their thoughts on the importance of...

Fire, floods, relocation, and a pandemic couldn’t sink Formans, the family-run smoked salmon supplier. Here’s how they stayed afloat....

In an era of fleeting trends and throwaway retail, one Taunton business stands as a remarkable thread of continuity. Hatchers, the...

Most family businesses reach a point where the board needs more than just familiar voices around the table. This usually happens as the...

Succession planning is often one of the most delicate and decisive phases in the life of a family business. While many enterprises thrive...

Family businesses form the backbone of Britain’s economic and social landscape. Often modest in appearance, they represent a powerful...

In today's fast-paced and high-pressure work environments, employee mental health and well-being are not just “nice-to-have” extras—they...

Recent news that Prada has agreed to buy Versace in a £1.1billion deal, that brings together two of Italy’s biggest luxury fashion...

Lately there has been a marked uptick in commentators predicting an impending mass transfer of wealth to the next generation within...

In the intricate world of family business, where personal ties and commercial ambition are woven tightly together, the notion of purpose...

Running a family business can be one of the most rewarding yet challenging ventures one can embark upon. Whether you’re planning to start...

Navigating the ups and downs of financial markets can be daunting. Remaining invested when markets fall may seem counter intuitive, but...

Over the years, I’ve sat in dozens of briefing meetings about senior hires in family businesses. On the surface, they often start the...