Family Businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. It is so 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.

Paul 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 Ltd, on many occasions and I would recommend him unreservedly to anyone.

Paul is one of the most active and responsible people spreading the word about family business issues in the UK and beyond. I have had the opportunity to collaborate with him on several occasions, as a presenter, editor, and as conference organizer. His devotion and professionalism make him one of the must-see references nowadays for any family looking for curated and updated information, as well as for those specialists who want support with enthusiasm and companionship.

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.

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.

Paul is an excellent communicator, connector 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 with Family Business United.

Paul has championed the Small Medium Enterprises (SME) Family Business sector for two decades. The voice of Family business has been growing as it represents 1/3rd of the UKs GDP. With some 5,000 Family businesses across the UK, they have required there voice heard in Government as well as to learning from each other. Paul has been a crucial facilitator in both, particularly Peer to Peer learning. Family owners often feel isolated running their organisations. Paul thorough his online media and many business meetings & conferences and social gatherings has enabled best practise to be widely shared across the UK.

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.

Paul is an incredible advocate for family businesses. He 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 introductions to useful resources. He is a true stalwart of the family business sector.

It’s always a pleasure to see Paul’s passion commitment and energy in service of family businesses. Whether it’s putting on events, connecting families or simply visiting the businesses, he champions this sector like no one else and it has been a joy to be part of this. It’s is evident that family businesses have got a huge amount of value from being part of FBU and that paul is a much loved character, welcome in every family he touches.

I have 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. But alas, he seems to be “one-of-a-kind.  I recall that when I met him years ago, he described himself as a “Family Business Junkie”, which I thought was odd at the time. Since then, having seen his consistent work to improve the #FamBiz part of the world, I can only agree that his self-labelling is apt.  I’m proud to call him a friend as well and I’m always happy to support his work, as he also supports mine. This field of #FamBiz and serving 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.

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

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.

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

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!