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August 17, 2018

Four Steps to Increase Separation Between Work and Family

In general, people naturally try to keep their work and home environment separate to make day to day life easier; the advantage found in the… READ MORE

August 10, 2018

Member Spotlight: Zeeland Lumber

“We are in new times in uncharted territory…” READ MORE

July 20, 2018

This Week’s Podcast: All About Peer Groups

“There is a lot of growing up that happens to people while they are a part of Peer Groups.” READ MORE

June 19, 2018

This week’s FBA podcast with new CEO, Diana Schad, and our board member, Tim Schad

Click Here for the Audio Version This week’s FBA podcast focuses on a discussion between our new CEO, Diana Schad, and our board member, Tim… READ MORE

May 29, 2018

Using Outside Directors in Your Family Business

by Mark K. Harder Publicly traded companies have boards of directors primarily comprised of outsiders. But how many owners of family or other closely held… READ MORE

May 25, 2018

Event Recap: Best Practices Series | Family Meetings | Ira Bryck

Ira Bryck–business facilitator, writer of three plays on family business, radio show host, and so much more–surely knows what it is to wear many hats,… READ MORE

May 8, 2018

When It’s Time for Change, Do It the Right Way

by Ardon L. Schambers Ardon Schambers is president and principal at P3HR Consulting & Services. What is it that raises the topic of change? Perhaps… READ MORE

March 16, 2018

Member Spotlight: Teddy’s Transport

Teddy’s Transport is a perfect representation of a successful family business. Founded in 1982, Teddy’s Transport is a nationwide, expediting service. It was started by… READ MORE

February 22, 2018

Member Spotlight: Hylant (part two)

Member Spotlight: Hylant Family (part two) Last month we shared with you the story of the Hylant Family Business from the perspective of 2nd generation Mike… READ MORE

February 15, 2018

FBA Member Spotlight: Gimbal Capital Management

David Hodge, CFA, CFP Gimbal Capital Management Gimcap.com Tell the story of GCM, how it was founded & how it became a family business. Gimbal… READ MORE

February 2, 2018

3 Ways Your NextGen Can Increase Your Valuation

NextGen leaders have a unique opportunity to increase the financial value of their company by driving three key conversations with the NowGen that can mitigate… READ MORE

January 26, 2018

Member Spotlight: Hylant

Hylant started as a Toledo-based insurance company in 1935. In the late 1980s, the third generation of the company made the bold move to expand… READ MORE

January 4, 2018

Family-Owned Businesses Wrestle with Talent Concerns

As president of Grand Rapids Label and chair of the Family Business Alliance, Bill Muir understands what family-owned companies are going through right now. According… READ MORE

December 13, 2017

Member Spotlight: Russo’s International Market

In 1905, just three years after moving to the USA from Sicily, Giovanni B. Russo started what is now called Russo’s International Market.  Today, this… READ MORE

December 8, 2017

Recap: From Partners by Chance to Partners by Choice

When you’re born into a family business, you inherit not only the business and the family legacy—you most likely also inherit partners (aka cousins and… READ MORE

November 13, 2017

Estate Planning for Family Business

Jennifer Remondino and Daniel Borst, attorneys with Warner Norcross & Judd, did not disappoint at the FBA’s sold out November Lunch & Learn on Estate… READ MORE

October 20, 2017

Member Spotlight: King Milling Company

   King Milling Company: 5th Generation and Forward In 1900 Thomas F. Doyle bought into King Milling Company, a move that would change the trajectory… READ MORE

October 6, 2017

Recap: 11th Annual Family Business Forum

An unofficial theme of the 11th Annual Family Business Forum was culture—defining it, living it and understanding the difference it can make for family businesses,… READ MORE

August 23, 2017

Member Spotlight: Kent Companies

How Kent Companies is Growing Talent Outside of the Family Tree Attracting and retaining top talent is important to your business—after all, turnover comes at… READ MORE

July 14, 2017

Is family part of your brand identity?

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… READ MORE

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  • About
    ▼
    • Overview
    • Cited Stats
    • Board and Staff
    • Underwriters
    • Contact
  • Membership
    ▼
    • Members & Directory
    • Levels & Benefits
    • Testimonials
    • Ambassadors
    • Join
    • Membership Assistance
  • Events
    ▼
    • Upcoming Events
    • Event Video Catalog
  • Peer Groups
    ▼
    • NextGen Peer Group
    • NowGen Peer Group
    • KeyGroup
  • Resources
    ▼
    • Family Focus Articles
    • Podcasts
    • Recommended Publications