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Why Family Businesses Remain The Beating Heart Of Italy
When you think of Italy, your mind might instantly wander to rolling Tuscan hills, plates of handmade pasta, a gondola in Venice or the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
3 days ago3 min read


The Victor Pizza Company: Scotland’s Family Slice Of Ambition
In the heart of Glasgow, amid the bustle of industrial estates and the hum of production lines, lies a success story baked in flavour,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 264 min read


The Enduring Power Of Family Businesses Around The World
From the corner bakery in Naples to the sprawling industrial conglomerates of South Korea, family businesses form the quiet backbone of...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 194 min read


Grinding Through The Generations: The Story Of Massey Bros.
Nestled in the heart of Cheshire, a family legacy has been quietly turning over for nearly a century and a half. This is the story of...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 106 min read


Why Germany’s Family Businesses Power The Nation
When you think of the German economy, the words that likely come to mind are precision, efficiency, and innovation. It’s a country known...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 13 min read


From Pedals To Power: The 165-Year Journey Of Hendy
The world of motoring has its roots not in combustion, but in something far simpler: the humble bicycle. Before many of today’s most...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 214 min read


Entrepreneurial Spirit & The Detail Behind The Retail At CCS McLays
In retail, one size never fits all. Different brands need different solutions when it comes to packaging, bespoke signage, specific...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Aug 76 min read


How Family Enterprises Can Navigate Adversity & Build Organizational Fortitude
Fire, floods, relocation, and a pandemic couldn’t sink Formans, the family-run smoked salmon supplier. Here’s how they stayed afloat....


A Stitch In Time: Hatchers Marks 250 Years On Taunton’s High Street
In an era of fleeting trends and throwaway retail, one Taunton business stands as a remarkable thread of continuity. Hatchers, the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 305 min read


Reflections On Prada's Succession Plan And Lessons For Family Firms
Recent news that Prada has agreed to buy Versace in a £1.1billion deal, that brings together two of Italy’s biggest luxury fashion...

Duncan Jackson, CEO - Buckles Solicitors LLP
Apr 254 min read


The Importance Of Place In Shaping Family Businesses
In the world of family businesses, success often goes beyond financial performance or market share. A critical, yet sometimes overlooked,...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20244 min read


The Japanese Model Of Family Business Succession: A Tradition Of Longevity
Late July, I had the privilege of visiting Osaka and Tokyo, where I engaged with several family-owned businesses as part of my ongoing...

Enrique M. Soriano - Senior Advisor, Wong Advisory Group
Aug 29, 20245 min read


Understanding The Complexity Of Legacy In Family Firms
In the world of business, few entities capture the imagination and admiration of the public as effectively as family businesses. These...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 15, 20245 min read


Arighi Bianchi: Standing The Test Of Time
Nestled in the heart of Macclesfield, Cheshire, Arighi Bianchi stands as a beacon of retail excellence, boasting a 170-year legacy of...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 27, 20246 min read


Legacy Is Important To This Family Firm
Established by Sir William Hastings in the late 1960’s, Hastings Hotels is a family-owned company and the largest independent hotel group...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
May 31, 20194 min read
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