It’s More Than Business.
It’s Family.
Advancing family business in West Michigan with strategies, tools, and partners to achieve multi-generational success.
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As the current or future leader of a privately held or family business entity, navigating family and business dynamics creates unique operating challenges. Family Business Alliance can help you better define both— and align them to work together.
Create Connections
Network with 450 representatives from 170 premier family business organizations in West Michigan. Develop relationships with professional advisors that routinely advise on the family business dynamic.
Elevate Leadership
Attend educational events and workshops designed to develop the next generation of family leaders. Access online library or resources including articles, videos, and podcasts. Participate in our uniquely designed Peer Group Forums.
Navigate Governance
Help understand how Family Meetings, Family Constitution, and a Board of Directors can serve to meet both your family and business goals. Attend succession planning workshops, and access online resources to understand key family dynamics.
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Key Questions for West Michigan Family Businesses
Identify critical elements for family and business harmony. READ MORE
EPIC Awards: Family Owned Business of the Year
As part of our mission to advance family business, we are excited to announce a new collaboration with the Grand Rapids Business Chamber. Since… READ MORE
Why Won’t My Parents Retire and Let Me Run the Family Business
These issues and others can create barriers to planning for a transfer of the business to the next generation. READ MORE
