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Family businesses are the backbone of economies the world over. They also face unique issues due to the very nature of their ownership.

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A Resounding Scottish Engineering Success Story

Zappshelter has become one of Britain’s most distinctive engineering success stories in the field of industrial shelters

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The Importance Of Place In Shaping Family Businesses

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,...

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Family Business: The Complex Dynamics Of Business And Blood!

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...

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The Significance Of Purpose In Family Firms

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...

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Recruiting Non-Family Directors And Executives In Family Firms

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...

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Bridgman Furniture: A Legacy Of Craftsmanship & Innovation

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...

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Maintaining Harmony & Managing Disagreement In A Family Business

Maintaining Harmony & Managing Disagreement In A Family Business

Running a family business can be deeply rewarding, offering the opportunity to build and nurture a legacy across generations. However, it...

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The Importance Of Family Businesses To The Rural Economy In The UK

The Importance Of Family Businesses To The Rural Economy In The UK

Family businesses are the backbone of the rural economy in the UK, playing an indispensable role in fostering growth, creating jobs, and...

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Harnessing The Strengths Of Family Relationships For Long-Term Success

Harnessing The Strengths Of Family Relationships For Long-Term Success

Maximising family ownership in a business and leveraging the strengths of familial relationships can be a game-changer for long-term...

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The Importance Of Apprenticeships For Family Businesses In The UK Today

The Importance Of Apprenticeships For Family Businesses In The UK Today

Family businesses are the backbone of the UK economy, representing around 88% of all UK companies, employing over 14 million people, and...

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The Circular Economy: A Pathway To Sustainable Family Business Growth

The Circular Economy: A Pathway To Sustainable Family Business Growth

Family-owned businesses have long been associated with longevity, stewardship, and a commitment to future generations. These values align...

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Bringing You A Flavour Of The Philippines

Bringing You A Flavour Of The Philippines

At RoniB's Kitchen, they aim to bring products that feature the bold and complex flavours of the Philippines. All of their products are...

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Business Property Relief: A Lifeline For UK Family Businesses

Business Property Relief: A Lifeline For UK Family Businesses

Business Property Relief (BPR) is a cornerstone of UK inheritance tax (IHT) planning, offering significant tax benefits to business...

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At FBU, everything we do is about the family business, creating the best resource available to help families in business get access to the resources and support they need to continue their family business journey, wherever it will take them.

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