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Creating Your Family Business Charter
A family business charter or code of conduct, can be the key to successful family dynamics and business endeavors. Many families in...

John Broons, John Broons Advisory
Feb 20, 20243 min read


Key Components Included In A Family Charter
A family charter, also known as a family constitution or family governance document, is a formal written agreement or set of principles...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Sep 27, 20232 min read


Family Charters Are An Effective Part Of Governance
A family charter or constitution, documents the shared vision and values of the family and its policies regarding the ownership and...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jul 10, 20234 min read


The Increasing Popularity Of Family Charters
Family charters are becoming increasingly popular. But what are they, and what can they do to enhance your business? There is an amount...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 30, 20203 min read


Steps In Creating A Family Business Constitution
A practical insight into some of the questions that need to be considered when creating a constitution. The best way to start creating a...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 1, 20194 min read


Why You Should Have A Family Constitution
Over time a Family Constitution can gain such moral weight that contradiction becomes unthinkable. Bryony Cove and Sonal Shah of Farrer &...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Jun 1, 20183 min read


The Why, When And How Of Family Constitutions
A lot of multi-generational family businesses struggle to get buy-in from everyone. A family constitution can help secure, and maintain,...

David Harland
Dec 9, 20153 min read


Six Good Reasons To Write A Constitution
As the complexity of family and business relationships increase, families can turn to a formal “family constitution” to create a healthy...

David Harland
Jul 10, 20153 min read


The Family Constitution
The family constitution is a written document that lists the mission, vision, and purpose of the firm. It also spells out the family...

Paul Andrews - Founder & CEO, Family Business United
Dec 27, 20123 min read
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