Welcome! We are thrilled you are visiting the new Family Business Alliance website! Do you have a family business in your family? We get it! Our nonprofit is founded and led by family business leaders who walk in your shoes — or heels — every day. We really believe in growing a strong family business community through…
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When you think about your business and its brand, what words come to mind? Pause. Really think about this for a moment. Jot down 3-5 words. So, what words made your list? Quality? Service? Innovation? These are all great words. But, what about family—did it make the cut? If not, we suggest that it should….
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If you missed last week’s Family Business Alliance event, not to worry, we’ve compiled a recap for you. The event featured a fantastic panel facilitated by Joe Schmieder from the Family Business Consulting Group. Panelists represented the four generations active in family businesses today: • Leon Slikkers, S2 Yachts, representing the Traditionalist Generation (ages 72-95)…
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One mid-November night, I was driving down a country road with my 15-year-old son. I was distracted by intractable problems going on within my family. Suddenly, I saw a stop sign whizzing by me, and I realized there was no way I could stop in time. We hit a car going 40 miles per hour….
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In the world of many privately owned businesses, there are at least three competing areas to manage actively. These three areas are family, ownership, and management. These three distinct interests can intersect with one or both of the others. This is what can cause conflict and be difficult to manage. Management functions refer to the…
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Access to the GRBJ articles is limited depending on individual's subscription with the Grand Rapids Business Journal