Tag: family business
Family business – growth and sustainability
Family businesses are economic entities ideally positioned to lead in the stewardship of ethical and sustainable practices. Legacy and wealth protection have long informed family business strategy and decisions, stemming from the unique blend of family and business - the relational approach.
Family business investment – opportunities for Africa
Africa presents a compelling – albeit complex – investment landscape. While challenges such as political instability, currency volatility, and limited liquidity persist, significant opportunities counterbalance them. These growth options stem from powerful demographic shifts, digital transformation, and burgeoning intra-continental trade.
Family business – governance and dynamics
Family businesses are the backbone of the global and South African economy, contributing significantly to the country's GDP and employment. However, these businesses also face unique challenges, particularly in managing the complex interplay between family dynamics and business operations.
Family business succession planning for entrepreneurial families
Succession and continuity planning is an essential endeavour for high-net-worth entrepreneurial families looking to safeguard their family businesses and the financial security of the next generation. Expert insights are provided on how to navigate this complex process effectively to ensure that families who run businesses can continue to thrive even if their circumstances change.
Family Business – can you unlock the dynamics of tradition, innovation...
It is widely known that business families are currently experiencing the largest wealth transfer in recent history, with over $84 trillion being transferred from...
BusinessBrief August/September 2024 edition is now available!
Read our exclusive cover story titled Family Business - can you unlock the dynamics of tradition, innovation and legacy by Alan Barr, Partner and Creagh...
Family businesses are adapting to a myriad of complexities
As the new year unfolds, many business leaders across Africa are assessing the 2023 year to chart an increasing resilient path ahead. Last year, major key events unfolded that had global repercussions on supply chains, businesses and the leaders of those businesses.
REPORT | African family businesses need to transform to secure their...
Approximately half of Africa’s family-owned businesses believe their customers do not trust them. This key finding from our Africa Family Business Survey 2023 should be viewed as a notable concern for the continent’s family businesses, many of which have spent decades crafting their legacy.
Optimising a family business and safeguarding relationships
Family-owned businesses make up a significant portion of all businesses registered and operating in South Africa. In fact, family-owned businesses are today recognised as vital participants in, and contributors to, the country’s economy.
SURVEY | Board performance, fees and diversity for family businesses
Herewith the results of Africa’s non-executive and independent directors’ fees, performance and diversity survey for privately-held and family businesses for 2020. The survey yields data and insights for business directors across Africa, providing a framework against which boards can reference their performance and fees.
