Family Businesses

Family matters. So does being intentional in the workplace.

Liz Dee, co-president of New Jersey-based candy company Smarties, shares some important lessons in leadership.

Separating the family business from the business of the family can be tricky, but preserving family harmony even as you transition away from your business is possible.

Did you know family offices currently have approximately $10 trillion in assets? Join our webinar on 10/30 at 2pm ET to learn how you can connect with family offices to grow your business. Register now!

Doing your homework before signing a franchise agreement can be the key to franchise success.

Peter Latta's grandfather founded the Pennsylvania-based transportation and logistics company in 1924, and it's seen significant growth in the century since.

Fresco by Scotto restaurant co-owners Rosanna Scotto and Jenna Ruggiero break down their family's business, how they use social media, and the impact of their philanthropic efforts.

Jenefer and Melissa Palmer's slow-and-steady approach to growth helped their skincare and body care brand OSEA thrive over decades — but lately they've been taking things up a notch.

How family entrepreneurship can create value across generations by drawing on a family's strengths to advance their business goals.

Andréa and Robin McBride followed their shared love of wine into business — but it hasn't always been easy.

The Bronx Golden Corral is a family-run franchise with three sibling managers running the show.

The mother-daughter team behind Kroma have raised $9 million and attracted A-list celebrity endorsements — all without driving each other nuts.

From a last-minute deal collapse to revitalizing his father's company, Michael Richman's journey proves that opportunity can be hiding in plain sight.

Having a succession plan for your small business is just as important as your plan to kickstart it — so who do you want to see running it when you're gone? Here's why you should consider selling it to a family member, and how to navigate the generational handoff if you do.

The last place women might expect to experience discrimination is within their family business. But research shows it's a significant problem. Here's how to recognize and combat it in your business.

Planning to pass on your business to your kids? Preparing them for the next phase of your business is a complex and multifaceted process — so here's what you need to do.

While conventional wisdom discourages small business owners from hiring members of the same family, there are actually smart and strategic reasons to do so — but there are still drawbacks to consider. Here's what you should know about hiring employees who are family members.

Diversification, when done correctly, can grant a business a certain relief when it comes to withstanding crises and global financial and professional turmoil. As tough as diversifying may be, every leader who is averting their eyes off it is exposing their team and business to risks, especially with the global market changing rapidly.

In this episode, "Mexican Mom" Gina Antimo and her husband Jaime Reverté share how they foster a welcoming, family-like environment in their restaurant through customer service and authentic food.

It can be tempting to assume the next generation is ready to take over your company and allow you to enjoy your twilight years, but you must ensure they have time to develop skills and realize their identity.

Julie Charlestein, CEO of Premier Dental Products Company, shares four essential tips for a successful leadership switch-up.