To stay apprised of the specific needs and challenges of family businesses, we again commissioned the expert assistance of market research firm MacKenzie Corporation, a second-generation family business in Orange County, California, to conduct our 2024 Family Business Survey. Read more about three optimistic findings from this year's results.
Family business panelists, along with Dennis Jaffe, discuss preparing the next generation of their business, how they handle complications, and how they keep family harmony to promote longevity in the family business.
First Bank's Center for Family-Owned Businesses held the Family Business Symposium on October 19-20, 2023. Watch Mike Dierberg's symposium introduction "Leaving a Legacy: What are the Purposes Your Family Business Serves?"
Most jobs lack a compelling purpose. This deficiency makes us sluggish, disengaged, careless, disloyal, unhappy, and unhealthy. Fortunately, there’s a way to free ourselves from the modern trap of meaningless labor without switching careers or quitting jobs.
Dennis T. Jaffe, PhD, Senior Research Fellow at BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors, acclaimed workshop leader, speaker, and author, shares common traits, actions, and philosophies of family enterprises around the world that are 100 years old or older.
The First Bank Center For Family-Owned Businesses held a webinar on navigating the hidden dangers in a family business.
The First Bank Center for Family-Owned Businesses held a webinar on Tuesday June 8th covering The Role of Philanthropy in Family, Business, and Community.