The Rupert family has long stood at the centre of South Africa’s corporate story. Their enterprise spans luxury goods, banking, and investment holdings, and for decades, a single asset sat at its foundation: tobacco. …
For many families, the moment comes when they want to build a philanthropic legacy. It’s a powerful shift: from reactive generosity to a more intentional search for purpose and impact. But almost as soon …
Noebse - C&A Düsseldorf 2016 The Brenninkmeijer enterprise offers a rare glimpse into how a family can sustain a commercial legacy across six generations while continually reshaping itself. For nearly two centuries, …
Family leaders often voice concerns about how differently the next generation approaches risk, innovation, and social impact. How can they design a succession plan that honours the family legacy while giving them the freedom …
Salvatore Ferragamo S.p.A. stands as one of the last great independent houses in Italian luxury. Its story is defined by two forces that rarely coexist for long: a deep devotion to heritage and a …
Why Your Family Business Needs More Than Just a "Cultural Fit" Let's be honest about bringing in outsiders to help run the business: it’s one of the most fraught decisions a successful family enterprise …
Günther Quandt’s empire began not in glamour but in grit. The family’s fortune was first stitched together in textiles, then welded into the machinery of war. From that foundation grew one of Germany’s most …
Succession is an emotionally charged process for any family that values both the success of the business and family harmony. If one child takes over, what happens to the others? How can children who …
Few families have turned public scandal into governance reform quite like the Bettencourts. What was once a cautionary tale of power, privilege, and influence has become a masterclass in long-term stewardship. At 71, Françoise …
When emotions and expectations are high, how can we make a fair decision about who should lead the family business into the future? This question is, without a doubt, one of the most consequential …