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The Global Family Business Champions

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Welcome To Family Business United

Family Business United is proud to champion family firms providing the insights, connections, events and support they need to thrive for generations to come.

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Bitesize Digital Family Business Magazine

Bitesize is our regular digital magazine, bringing you the latest news, updates and stories from the family business community.

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The Family Business Pledge

Bringing family firms together to affirm the principles that define them, from stewardship over short-termism to governance with integrity and sustainability for future generations.

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Join Family Business United 

Becoming a member of Family Business United means joining an innovative community with access to the latest news and insights, flagship events, and a host of exclusive member benefits besides.

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The National Family Business Awards

The National Family Business of the Year Awards celebrate the outstanding contribution family firms make to the economy, communities and society.

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New Women In Family Business Community

A new community giving women in family business a stronger voice, greater visibility and a place to connect, learn and inspire change.

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THE Family Business Champions

Family Business United is the UK's leading resource for family business advice, insight and support, a trusted platform built specifically for family firms navigating the opportunities and challenges of family enterprise.


From succession planning and governance to leadership, growth strategy and next generation development, Family Business United delivers practical, relevant guidance across every stage of the family business journey. Its news platform, in depth publications, research reports and events programme connect family business owners with the expertise and networks that matter most.


Built on a genuine belief in the economic and social contribution of family firms, Family Business United champions businesses of every size and sector, from ambitious first generation start-ups to established multigenerational enterprises.


For any family business seeking to grow, transition, or simply navigate the road ahead with greater confidence, Family Business United is THE community, THE resource and THE voice that understands the world of family business.

Our Family Business Members…

Generate
£9.6 Billion
Turnover
Employ
41,972
People
Have Traded
9,744
Years

News

Family Business United continues to bring you the latest news from across the family business community, from appointments and acquisitions to milestones, charitable endeavours, awards and more besides. 

Check out all the latest news

Insights

Family Business United continues to curate a collection of insights on all things related to family firms, from succession planning and legacy to governance, regulation, communication and more. 

Take a look at all the insights

Events

Our events are designed to bring family business owners, leaders, and advisers together.    We host a wide variety of in-person events across the UK together with online events that create spaces for family firms to learn, connect, and share real-world insights into the challenges and opportunities unique to family-owned businesses.

See the full calendar of events

Publications

We regularly publish a host of reports, thought leadership guides, insights, surveys and other documents to help family businesses better understand the challenges they face and how to deal with them.

Check out the latest publications

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The Great British Family Business Conference

Book now to join us in London in March for our flagship national event, The Great British Family Business Conference.

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Latest Publication

Our latest publication is an addition to the Family Business Insight Series with our Insight Guide on Creating A Family Charter

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Current Bitesize

Welcome to the latest issue of Bitesize, the official digital magazine of Family Business United.

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Latest News And Insights

Succession Planning On Paper Compared To The Reality...

More and more family businesses now have a succession plan. Far fewer have a succession that works. The difference between the two is where legacies are won and lost.

Family Business And AI: Cutting Through The Noise

Artificial intelligence is everywhere. It is in the headlines, in board papers and increasingly in the questions the next generation asks around the family table. For many family business owners, it a...

Giving Runs In The Family & The Family Business

From the Quaker chocolate makers of the nineteenth century to the countless family firms quietly supporting their local communities today, giving back has long been woven into the fabric of family bus...

Succession Planning: Why The Hardest Part Isn't The Plan

Succession planning challenges are often described as technical problems, ownership structures, tax considerations, legal documents, or timelines. All of those matter, but they’re rarely the real reas...

Life Beyond The Family Business

For the generation that built the business, stepping back is rarely just a career decision. It is a change of identity, and it deserves as much planning as any handover of shares.

Views From Our Community

Kyler Gilbert

Family Business United has been an incredible platform for meaningful dialogue and collaboration in the family business community. Having written extensively for the organization and worked closely with Paul and the team, I’ve seen first-hand their genuine commitment to supporting families in business, sharing insights, and building a truly global community of thoughtful leaders and advisors.

Edouard Thijssen

Paul is one of the leading practitioners in the family business space. He knows all the key actors, and has been bringing the family business community together for many years in an exceptional way.

Greg McCann

I have known and worked with Paul over the last 15 years and commend him as a true champion in our field. He has worked tirelessly to bring resources, speakers and connections to family businesses in England and throughout the world. He is as generous as he is committed to our field and a true pleasure to work with.

Josie Morris MBE

Family businesses are the backbone of the UK economy. It is important that their stories are told and championed as their impact is often understated. That is where FBU come in! FBU is the voice of family businesses, creating a diverse network to share knowledge and stories, and to help amplify the reach of the amazing family businesses we have across this country.

Next Event - Autumn Budget Briefing 2026

Webinar looking at the implications of the Autumn Budget with our partners at James Cowper Kreston

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