The Family Business Consulting Group

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years 🎉

This month, we came together with our family and friends to celebrate a monumental occasion—30 years of dedication to family businesses. This anniversary stands as a testament to the trust and partnership of our client families, whose resilience and vision have inspired us every step of the way. It also underscores the dedication and expertise of our team, who consistently strive to be the best in the field. Cheers to 30 Years!

Meet Our Team

Aileen Miziolek brings a multi-disciplined and integrated approach to her work, including 20 years of experience in complex financial and estate planning for business-owning families.

Leveraging her unique blend of knowledge and professional experience, Aileen is a tremendous resource to the families she works with. She helps families design and implement strategies and processes that help them flourish across generations, both from a commercial and a relationship perspective.

Learn more about Aileen's approach by visiting our website today!

Aileen Miziolek | The Family Business Consulting Group Aileen Miziolek brings a multi-disciplined and integrated approach to her work, including 20 years of experience in complex financial and estate planning for...

Our latest edition of the Family Business Advisor spotlights the power of celebration within family businesses. In the article "From Milestones to Memories," Aileen Miziolek emphasizes how recognizing achievements is more than just a momentary pause—it's a vital practice that strengthens both business and family ties

Take a moment to reflect and honor the milestones that have shaped our journey by reading the full article: https://bit.ly/3X8cSYC

We are pleased to announce that Family Capital Publishing has named Oscar Paez one of its "FamCap 50 Advisors". This honor recognizes the world’s top advisors to family enterprises across finance, law, executive search, consultancy, training, and more.

Oscar was recognized for his exceptional advisory work, educational initiatives, and personal commitment to the sector. Those who nominated him praised his deep understanding of family business dynamics and his ability to deliver tailored solutions that address the unique needs of family enterprises. With years of experience at the top of the sector, Paez continues to make significant contributions, ensuring the success and longevity of family businesses around the world.

Congratulations Oscar!

On this day in 1994, Craig Aronoff and John Ward founded The Family Business Consulting Group with the goal to build a firm that stood for the highest levels of integrity — entirely focused on the client. A generation later, their mission and devotion to continuity serve as our North Star.

Thank you to the 3,000 enterprising families around the world who have trusted us to help achieve their goals and from whom we have been privileged to learn. We look forward to continuing our service to you with passion and dedication.

Cheers to 30 Years! 🎉

As we celebrate 30 years of legacy and growth at The Family Business Consulting Group, check out the latest Family Business Advisor article "Lessons Learned from Long-Enduring Family Businesses, by Oscar Paez. In this article, We examine our history with founders, John Ward and Craig Aronoff and how they set a visionary path that continues to guide our work.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3yrpOPZ

August is a month of celebration at FBCG! 🎉

Our latest Family Business Advisor features two articles focused on the power of celebration within family businesses. The article, "From Milestones to Memories" penned by Aileen Miziolek shines a light on the importance of recognizing achievements. While it's easy to stay focused on continuous improvement, taking time to celebrate fosters appreciation, joy, and a strong family culture that ties together both business and familial success. Let's make time to reflect and celebrate the milestones that define our journey.

Read the full article: https://bit.ly/3WBWrlX

In our two-day virtual live program, Family Director Essentials this October 4 & 11, you will learn the knowledge and skills you need to excel as a family director. Through engaging content, peer discussions, and real-world examples, you'll gain a deeper understanding of:

🔹Effective Board Practices: Learn how to function effectively within a board, leveraging your unique family perspective.
🔹Strategic Impact: Develop frameworks and concepts to contribute meaningfully to company strategy and long-term planning.
🔹Communication & Family Dynamics: Navigating the unique tensions that family directors experience.

Registrations is currently open. To learn more and register today, visit: https://hubs.la/Q02J49GQ0

Please join us for Family Governance Essentials on September 20 & 27. This interactive two-day virtual experience will help expand your family governance toolkit through engaging content, peer discussions, and real-world examples, equipping you with the skills to:

🔹Strengthen your family's vision and legacy with effective governance structures: family meetings, councils, and policies.

🔹 Master communication and conflict resolution to foster trust and manage differences.

🔹 Navigate complex decisions with best practices for crafting cohesive policies.

🔹 Bridge family and business goals for a unified approach.

🔹 Empower future generations with a lasting, evolving family education program.

🔹 Craft a flexible governance process that adapts to your family's changing needs over generations.

For More information, visit: https://hubs.la/Q02J4b8n0

🏅As we watch the Olympic Games, we're in awe of the incredible skill, dedication, and drive of the athletes. During previous games, consultant Stephanie Brun de Pontet, penned an insightful article comparing the journey of Olympic athletes to the structure of family businesses. This piece explores the parallels between the two and emphasizes the importance of balance and support in achieving peak performance.

Access the full article: https://hubs.la/Q02JpX2k0

✨Consultant Spotlight on Rob Sligh

In addition to penning this month's Family Business Advisor article, "Why Family Business Matter." Rob is a senior consultant at The Family Business Consulting Group, specializing in business ownership and leadership succession, fiduciary and advisory board development, and strategic planning processes. With 33 years of experience in multi-generational family business leadership, Rob has facilitated ownership and leadership succession processes, facilitated peer-group meetings, and mentored new and experienced leaders.

For more information on Rob, please visit: https://hubs.la/Q02HD2Q-0

Wondering how to best represent your family's interests as a board member?

Family Director Essentials program may be the best option for you. This two-day virtual live training experience can help you navigate complex decisions and understand your responsibilities. Through engaging content, peer discussions, and real-world examples, you'll gain a deeper understanding of:

- Effective Board Practices: Learn how to function effectively within a board, leveraging your unique family perspective.
- Strategic Impact: Develop frameworks and concepts to contribute meaningfully to company strategy and long-term planning.
- Communication & Family Dynamics: Navigating the unique tensions that family directors experience..

We Can Help. For more information, or to register, visit: https://bit.ly/4bUceCi

"Family-owned businesses account for almost three-quarters of global GDP, generating annual revenue of $60 to 70 trillion. They are responsible for three-fifths of global employment."

This month's issue of The Family Business Advisor dives into the question of why family businesses matter. The article penned by consultant Rob Sligh, explores the role family businesses play in society and ways that impact supports long-term success.

Read the full article today: https://bit.ly/4cHHFRs

In this short video consultants and program faculty Tom Emigh and Barbara Dartt discuss what Family Governance means to them and why family-owning businesses need a formal governance structure.

Why is Family Governance Important ? Family Governance Essentials is an interactive virtual experience that connects those who serve or will serve in family governance roles to advance their eff...

The Family Business Consulting Group is pleased to announce that Rebecca Trobe, Psy.D. has joined our team as a consultant. Rebecca brings over 25 years of experience in organizational leadership and the family enterprise sector.

“Rebecca brings a wealth of experience facilitating families’ most critical conversations around governance, capital, and family, including significant work with next-generation development and in philanthropic and family office settings,” said Kristi Daeda, president of The Family Business Consulting Group. “We’re excited to bring her expertise and care to FBCG clients.”

Rebecca's focus is on family enterprise decision-making, governance, leadership, succession, continuity, generational transitions, wealth dynamics, wealth planning, and developing high-performance families and cultures. Welcome Aboard Rebecca!

For more information, visit: https://hubs.ly/Q02HGf3S0

📢 New Case Study Alert: Multidisciplinary Teams in Family Business Transitions

“FBCG was critical in helping the family hear one another, feel involved, and know that they were personally making the decision about the outcome of the process. Jefferies was critical in teaching us what process to follow, how to understand and present our great business to potential partners, and how to work together step-by-step.” - Family Board Chair

Discover how FBCG’s collaboration with Jefferies Financial helped a family become educated, aligned, and comfortable with the prospect of selling their family business.

Read the case study today: https://bit.ly/4f4SQp1

This month's issue of The Family Business Advisor dives into the question of why family businesses matter. The article penned by consultant Rob Sligh, explores the role family businesses play in society and ways that impact supports long-term success.

Read the full article today: https://bit.ly/3W1hBtp

FBCG consultant David Karofsky was recently interviewed by Family Business Editor Kimberly Eddleston on ways the older generation can hand over the business to the rising generation with confidence.

Watch the Full Interview: https://hubs.la/Q02Dyffl0

Wondering how to best represent your family's interests as a board member?

Family Director Essentials program may be the best option for you. This two-day virtual live training experience can help you navigate complex decisions and understand your responsibilities. Through engaging content, peer discussions, and real-world examples, you'll gain a deeper understanding of:

- Effective Board Practices: Learn how to function effectively within a board, leveraging your unique family perspective.
- Strategic Impact: Develop frameworks and concepts to contribute meaningfully to company strategy and long-term planning.
- Communication & Family Dynamics: Navigating the unique tensions that family directors experience..

We Can Help. For more information, or to register, visit: https://bit.ly/3S5dgnR

Spotlight on consultant Jeremy Lurey. Jeremy is the co-author of our recent Family Business Advisor article "Leadership Development Planning: Guidance for the Rising Generation." In addition to his thought leadership contributions, Jeremy has expertise in supporting family offices and family businesses with the critical leadership and governance practices required to create more sustainable futures.

He is passionate about helping established families transition their businesses and transfer their wealth to the next generation. He excels at supporting Baby Boomers as they transition into retirement and assisting their NextGen successors in accepting increased business and personal responsibilities.

For more information on Jeremy and his work, please visit: https://hubs.la/Q02CPd9Z0

Want to build a thriving family business that lasts? ‍‍‍

The key is having an "owner's mindset" across generations.

Join us on Wednesday, July 10th for a discussion with the authors of Own It! by Wendy Sage-Hayward, Gaia Marchisio & Barbara Dartt. They'll share:

-The primary roles and responsibilities of owners
-Seven key beliefs that families should foster
-Critical development opportunities across ages and stages
-What it means to be a learning family
How to get started

Our one-hour, free webinar includes time for Q&A. Can’t make it live? All registrants will receive a link to view the recording after the program.

Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02DpGm10

The Family Business Consulting Group was recently mentioned in the U.S Chamber of Commerce's article "7 Helpful Resources for Family-Owned Businesses."

This recognition reflects our dedication to empowering families in business.

What does this mean for you?

The Family Business Consulting Group offers a comprehensive range of services to strengthen your family enterprise, from succession planning to strategic guidance.

Ready to learn more? Visit our website to explore how FBCG can help your family business thrive.

Access the full article and list of resources: https://hubs.la/Q02Ct5wr0

Want to build a thriving family business that lasts? ‍‍‍

The key is having an "owner's mindset" across generations.

Join us on Wednesday, July 10th for a discussion with the authors of Own It! by Wendy Sage-Hayward, Gaia Marchisio & Barbara Dartt. They'll share:

-The primary roles and responsibilities of owners
-Seven key beliefs that families should foster
-Critical development opportunities across ages and stages
-What it means to be a learning family
How to get started

Our one-hour, free webinar includes time for Q&A. Can’t make it live? All registrants will receive a link to view the recording after the program.

Register now: https://hubs.la/Q02CsYPB0

Spotlight on our consultant Jennifer Strom. Jennifer is a thought leader in the family business space, recently contributing two insightful articles to the Family Business Advisor newsletter:

"Escaping the Vortex: Don't Let a Challenging Family Member Control Your Orbit"

"Where Do We Go from Here? Fostering Purpose in the Rising Generation, Both In And Out of the Family Business"

Her expertise lies in helping multi-generational families navigate the complexities of family dynamics within private businesses and family wealth. Jennifer's work focuses on:
-Supporting next-generation engagement
-Promoting lasting family harmony
-Creating structure and fostering continuity through strong family relationships

To learn more about Jennifer and how she can help families just like yours, visit: https://bit.ly/3RxX1iV

At The Family Business Consulting Group, we understand the emotional complexities of family businesses and are committed to leading with heart and integrity.

What Sets Us Apart:

* Compassionate Approach: We lead with the heart to facilitate clarity and balance between sensitive family issues and critical business decisions. Our consultants are selected for their ability to care and connect genuinely.
* Neutral Perspective: We maintain independence, allowing us to facilitate important conversations and build trust. Our neutrality ensures that our advice benefits the entire family, not just one individual.
* Extensive Experience: With over 30 years of experience, 30 consultants, and having worked with 3,000 families, we offer a wealth of knowledge. Our team draws on this extensive experience to provide tailored support.
* Customized Solutions: Every family is unique. We start by listening, then create solutions that respect each family's specific needs and strengths. Our aim is to empower them to achieve success together.

#ThisIsFBCG -- Our Unique Approach At The Family Business Consulting Group, we understand the emotional complexities of family businesses and are committed to leading with heart and integrity....

Wishing Dads worldwide a Happy Father's Day. We hope you enjoy this special day.

Family Business Advisor is featuring a double-header issue focused on empowering the next generation.

➡️ Leadership Development Planning: Jeremy Lurey and Joshua Nacht offers valuable guidance for those working within the family business.
➡️ Fostering Purpose in the Rising Generation, Both In And Out of the Family Business: Jen Strom's provides insights for navigating your path, whether within the family business or beyond.

Gain valuable perspectives for a successful future. Access both articles here : https://bit.ly/4b0N3xx and https://bit.ly/3yXYrgg