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How Philanthropy Is Reshaping Family Business Strategy
Philanthropy is increasingly understood not as an adjunct to business, but as a complementary strategy on so many levels.
Apr 2


Cybersecurity Is The Responsibility Of The Board & Not An Afterthought
In an era where cyber attacks are increasingly targeted, automated and financially motivated, family businesses can no longer afford to view cybersecurity as a purely technical concern.
Apr 1


Why Defining Responsibilities Matters In Family Businesses
For family firms of all sizes and generations, clarifying who does what is central to both business performance and family harmony.
Apr 1


Why Family Firms Must Embrace AI Or Risk Being Left Behind
AI presents both an opportunity and a risk: adopt it wisely, and it can enhance competitiveness and efficiency; ignore it, and a firm risks being overtaken by more agile, digitally-savvy competitors.
Mar 31


Over Half Of UK Business Leaders Fear Becoming Obsolete
More than two thirds of senior decision-makers within UK businesses experience work-related stress on a weekly basis, with concerns about remaining relevant and competent commonplace, according to new research by Alliance Manchester Business School (AMBS).
Mar 31


Family Businesses: The Heartbeat Of Community
For family businesses, community is not a peripheral concern—it is central to their identity, operations, and longevity.
Mar 31


Gebrüder Weiss Launches Fifth GWcycles Season
Gebrüder Weiss kicks off the fifth edition of its international cycling campaign “GWcycles.”
Mar 31


It Was Never About The Money
Family business is special - It was never about the money. It was always — always — about something far greater. It was about building a legacy that spans seven generations.
Mar 31


Built To Last: The Enduring Story Of George Bence & Sons
In the heart of Cheltenham, tucked along Fairview Road, stands a business that has quietly outlasted empires, economic swings and the relentless march of modern retail.
Mar 31


Free Period Products Milestone For Aldi
Aldi is marking one year since becoming the first UK supermarket to offer free period products in all customer and colleague toilets.
Mar 30


Prevent Family Dynamics Destroying Your Multigenerational Family Firm
The simple truth is that for the vast majority of Americans dreaming of creating and sharing wealth through a multigenerational family business, a disappointing scenario is more likely.
Mar 30


The LEGO Foundation And LEGO Group Support New Phase Of Global Initiative
The LEGO Group welcomed the launch of a new three-year phase of the Responsible Innovation in Technology for Children (RITEC) initiative focused on well-being centred digital game development practices, led by UNICEF and funded by the LEGO Foundation.
Mar 30


Shaw Heath Pub Celebrates Roundabout Reopening
The Armoury in Shaw Heath is marking a major milestone with a relaunch party to celebrate the reopening of the Greek Street roundabout, following more than a year of disruption.
Mar 30


Family Business United & The Opportunity Provider Announce Strategic Partnership
Family Business United is delighted to announce a new strategic partnership with The Opportunity Provider, a group of award winning training specialists dedicated to creating opportunity through high quality skills development and apprenticeships.
Mar 28


Family Investment Companies Or Trusts: Which Structure Makes Sense For You?
As the inheritance tax landscape continues to evolve, many families are looking more closely at which governance structures best reflects their long-term objectives.
Mar 28


Buzzworks Continue Expansion Into Accommodation
Award-winning Scottish hospitality operator Buzzworks has announced the acquisition of The Bonnie Badger pub, restaurant and rooms in East Lothian.
Mar 27


Manufacturing Output Expected To Stabilise – CBI Industrial Trends Survey
Manufacturing output volumes fell in the three months to March, at a faster pace than in February – according to the CBI’s latest Industrial Trends Survey (ITS).
Mar 27


Research Shows Hidden Emotional Risks Threaten Family Firm Legacy
Veritage International has published a new global research report highlighting significant, often overlooked risks facing business families during wealth and ownership transitions.
Mar 27


Lancaster Hotel Introduces Game Of Deception For Guests
The fun and games of psychology, intelligence, deception detection and human communication are the focal point of a new experience jointly devised and hosted by two North Lancashire businesses.
Mar 27


Be Among The First To Drive Kia’s Latest Electric Car At Hendy
Drivers in and around Bournemouth will have the opportunity to get behind the wheel of Kia’s latest all-electric car, the compact new Kia EV2, before it officially arrives in UK showrooms.
Mar 27

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