Lyn Calder

Paul has a wealth of knowledge and insight into the family business sector. He really does understand what makes family businesses tick and what keeps their owners awake at night. Paul is a strong advocate of the importance of this community to the UK economy and to society in general.

Iain Stirling

Paul is an excellent communicator, and contributor to all things to do with family business. He has been a great help to both me and to us, as a family business at Arbikie Distillery through our membership of Family Business United.

Grant Georgiades

Paul and the team at FBU are incredible advocates for family businesses. Paul works ceaselessly to promote the economic contribution of family firms. He can always be relied upon to offer insightful input, provide fantastic advice and valuable contributions with useful resources. He is a true stalwart of the family business sector.

Heather Matthews

Paul and Family Business United are strong advocates for family businesses, and Paul is a man whose passion for, and knowledge of the family business world is unsurpassed. As members of FBU we feel represented, listened to and visible.

Josie Morris MBE

Family businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. It is important that their stories are told and championed as their impact is often understated. That is where FBU come in! FBU is the voice of family businesses, creating a diverse network to share knowledge and stories, and to help amplify the reach of the amazing family businesses we have across this country.

Chris Black

Paul Andrews, CEO of Family Business United is an out and out ambassador for the family business sector. He has made it his mission to support and promote the sector, something he does with a passion. He has greatly assisted our family business, Sound Leisure, on many occasions and I would recommend him unreservedly to anyone.

Grant Gordon OBE

Paul has deep knowledge of family business and the related dynamics. Underpinned by his expertise in social media and communications he has made a powerful contribution to driving greater awareness of the issues facing family firms, promoting best practice as well as the strategic importance of the sector to our national wealth.

Hannah Barlow

“We’ve been proud members of Family Business United for many years at Dunsters Farm, ever since my brother and I officially joined the family firm. During a period of significant growth for our business, Paul and the FBU team have been right there alongside us, offering insight, support and practical guidance that has helped shape our journey."

"In a noisy commercial world it’s hard for family firms to stand out. FBU gives us a strong collective voice. It champions what matters most to family businesses in the UK, raises awareness of our sector, and brings together a community of like-minded firms who truly are the lifeblood of the economy. Through events, collaboration and shared learning, FBU creates a space where family businesses can grow stronger together."

"Paul is a passionate advocate for our sector, and FBU genuinely feels like a home for family firms. I’d recommend FBU to any family business wanting to feel part of something bigger - supported, connected and moving forward together.”

Claire Seaman

Paul has been instrumental in driving forward the profile of family businesses in the UK, working in a number of different roles with partners across the UK and internationally. Paul and I worked together to build the profile of family businesses in Scotland and his expertise has been invaluable in the development of this.

Steve Legler

I've only met Paul in person once, but I keep running into him online at every turn. He is the epitome of a champion of the #FamBiz world, and if there were more people like Paul in this space it would be even better. This field of #FamBiz and those who inhabit it could use more people like Paul, who live and breathe this world. He also has a very high 'give a sh*t' factor which I always admire in people.

Martin Williams

Having been introduced to the work of Paul and FBU during the past 18 months, I am astonished at his professionalism and enthusiasm for Family Business, and his keenness to promote the good work done at every opportunity. I have been involved at events held by FBU and the people involved from the business side have created something of a family within the membership, it is a super friendly atmosphere, and such a good place to broker thoughts as well as having FBU working within Government giving those businesses a voice.

Kyler Gilbert

Family Business United has been an incredible platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration in the family business community. Having written extensively for the organization and worked closely with Paul and the team, I’ve seen first-hand their genuine commitment to supporting families in business, sharing insights, and building a truly global community of thoughtful leaders and advisors.

Miranda Hayman

Family Business United is a very supportive organisation helping us in many professional ways as well as expanding our network of other like-minded family businesses. FBU brings the family business community together through so many ways including the very successful annual conference which is always a firm date in the diary each year – you always leave with new ideas and friends.

David Harvey

Paul is a highly effective champion of family businesses, with a wide knowledge and network. He understands both the micro issue and macro policy agenda which policy makers need to face as it affects such a crucial section of every economy.

Sian Steele

Family Business United is an essential part of the family business eco-system in the UK. The team work tirelessly to promote the sector and to share stories, best practice and connections. Personally, I have been enormously grateful for Paul’s support, wise advice and enormously good natured approach. Many of the businesses that I work with have gained huge value from the wide range of sessions that Paul and the team run across the UK. The regional approach, right to the far flung reaches of the UK is very well received and has in many areas created a much needed sense of community and opened up communication channels at what is a very challenging time for any business but, particularly, family businesses.

Nick Di Loreto

"FBU is a great champion of the family business sector and family enterprises in general. Their website, surveys, think tanks, conferences, and campaigns consolidate invaluable insights for anyone interested in the space. Thanks for all that you do, Paul and team!”

Greg McCann

I have known and worked with Paul over the last 15 years and commend him as a true champion in our field. He has worked tirelessly to bring resources, speakers and connections to family businesses in England and throughout the world. He is as generous as he is committed to our field and a true pleasure to work with.

Joanne Gualda

Bagnalls is a fifth-generation family business and has been a member of FBU for several years. The support given by Paul and his team is invaluable, not only do we gain insights on the variety of family businesses that play such a vital part of our UK economy but we get so many occasions to network with each other to make us feel part of a true family community. Being members of such a positive organisation helps us keep in touch with all the latest on apprenticeships, the green agenda and family governance and much more.

Edouard Thijssen

Paul is one of the leading practitioners in the family business space. He knows all the key actors, and has been bringing the family business community together for many years in an exceptional way.

Luke Consiglio

As a proud family business it is invaluable to be able to lean on an organisation like Family Business United - having someone who understands, supports and champions businesses like ours across the country. We are proud to be members of such an innovative and supportive organisation.