Family Business United Partners On Global Family Business Summit

Family Business United is delighted to announce its role as a key partner for the forthcoming Family Business Summit, hosted by Brunel Business School at their Uxbridge campus in London on 23 June 2026.

Bringing together family business owners, advisers and academics, the Summit will provide a unique platform to explore the opportunities and challenges facing family enterprises today. Through a combination of keynote presentations, discussion and networking, delegates will gain valuable insights into the resilience, innovation and long-term thinking that characterise successful family firms.

The event features an impressive line-up of speakers drawn from both the family business community and leading academic institutions.

Keynote speakers include:

• Luke Consiglio, CEO of The Pantry UK Ltd, who will share his experiences of leading and growing a values-driven family business.
  

• Jo Wimble-Groves, Managing Director of Active Digital, recognised for her leadership in driving innovation and fostering an inclusive workplace culture within a family business environment.
  

• Sian Steele, founder of Sian Steele Consulting, who brings extensive expertise in supporting family enterprises through periods of transition and growth.

They will be joined by internationally respected family business experts including:

• Marshall Jen, HK4Families, offering a global perspective on family enterprise and governance.
  

• Dr Allan Discua Cruz, Director at the Centre for Family Business at Lancaster University Management School, whose research has significantly advanced understanding of family entrepreneurship and next generation involvement.
  

• Dr Nan Jiang and Dr Kiran Kandade, from Brunel University of London, who will share academic insights and facilitate discussions around the evolving family business landscape.

Paul Andrews, Founder and CEO of Family Business United, commented:

"Family businesses are the backbone of economies and communities across the UK and beyond. We are proud to be partnering with Brunel Business School on this important Summit, bringing together practitioners and academics to share experiences, challenge thinking and inspire future generations of family business leaders."

"The calibre of speakers reflects the strength and diversity of the family business sector, and we look forward to welcoming delegates for what promises to be an engaging and impactful day."

"The Family Business Summit underscores the shared commitment of Brunel Business School and Family Business United to championing the contribution of family firms, encouraging knowledge exchange and supporting the sustainability and success of family enterprises."

For further information about the Family Business Summit and to book your tickets please visit the booking site here