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The Global Family Business Think Tank Report, Autumn 2024
Here at Family Business United we are delighted to announce the launch of our inaugural Global Family Business Think Tank Report which...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 8, 20241 min read


The Core Skills & Competencies For Next Generation Family Business Leaders
Family businesses form the backbone of many economies, contributing significantly to job creation, innovation, and community stability....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20245 min read


Johnsons Enhance Commitment To Biosecurity With Plant Health Training Sessions
Johnsons Nurseries Ltd has proudly launched a new series of Plant Health Training Sessions, reinforcing its commitment to biosecurity...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20242 min read


The Heart of Family Business: How People Make All the Difference
In the world of family-owned businesses, it’s not just profit margins, legacy, or product lines that define success—it’s the people....

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20245 min read


Is The 'Shirtsleeves To Shirtsleeves' Analogy Really Relevant Today?
The concept of ‘shirtsleeves to shirtsleeves in three generations’ dates back to an early 20th century proverbial saying, early 20th...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20245 min read


Perdue Farms Supports Hurricane Helena Recovery
In response to historic flooding in the aftermath of Hurricane Helene, Perdue Farms is sending three truckloads of frozen chicken and pet...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20242 min read


Airtight Packaging Henkel Collaborates With Panverta
To protect dry foods from the environment, they are often packaged in multiple layers. An outer layer, a barrier layer, and an inner...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20243 min read


Willmott Dixon Marks Milestone For Paddock School
A significant milestone was celebrated at Paddock School, an Ofsted-rated 'Outstanding' school in Wandsworth for children with severe...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20242 min read


James Donaldson Group: A Timber Legacy That’s Stood The Test Of Time
The James Donaldson Group, one of Scotland’s longest-standing family businesses, has grown from a small sawmill in Fife into a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20248 min read


New Travel Management Service For Family Businesses
Family Business United is delighted to have teamed up with multi-generational family business to offer a full travel management to family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 7, 20242 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


Family Business: The Complex Dynamics Of Business And Blood!
Running a family business offers a unique blend of professional and personal rewards, but it also comes with its own set of challenges...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 4, 20245 min read


Douch Finds Summit To Do
The leader of a Dorset business is to climb the highest peak in the country to raise money for charities his later father supported. Nick...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 4, 20241 min read


The Significance Of Purpose In Family Firms
Purpose has become a pivotal theme in today’s business discourse, particularly in the context of family firms. Family businesses, often...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 4, 20244 min read


Business Confidence Falls In September
Business confidence dipped to a three-month low in September, the latest Lloyds Bank Business Barometer has found. Key Findings:...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20243 min read


Recruiting Non-Family Directors And Executives In Family Firms
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of many economies, driving innovation and long-term growth. Yet, as these firms grow, the...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20244 min read


Retailers Report Marginal Sales Growth As Online Sales Rise
Retailers reported marginal growth in sales volumes in the year to September, following a three-month-long downturn. That’s according to...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20242 min read


Bridgman Furniture: A Legacy Of Craftsmanship & Innovation
Bridgman Furniture, a name synonymous with luxury and quality, has carved out a distinguished place in the furniture industry over...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20245 min read


Private Sector Growth Expectations Soften
Private sector firms expect no change in activity over the next three months (weighted balance of 0%), according to the CBI’s latest...

Linda Andrews - Editorial Assistant, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20242 min read


New Appointment For Western Pension Solutions
Western Pension Solutions (WPS), the specialist pensions adviser to family firms with defined benefit schemes, today announced the...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Oct 3, 20241 min read
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