Business Family Workshops

Family enterprises often encounter problems passing on their legacy to the next generations. This module will offer a systematic analysis of the challenges facing business families in the transition process. Careful planning in the early stage is required for effective and efficient succession. Participants will learn various governance tools and the processes to firm professionalization. Common estate planning tools and their pitfalls will also be introduced.

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Program Period:  5 - 6 October 2013 (2 days)

 

Fee:  HK$16,000/person & HK$32,000/family team of up to 3 pax; 50% for individual members of the Family Business Learning Network

Positive family values appear to be crucial for the long-term succession of a family business. This module will explain the role of values in uniting both family and business. Tools for nurturing and passing on family values in a business culture will be explored. In particular, the module will stress on the strategic value of family philanthropy in binding the family and the business together.

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Program Period:  2 - 3 November 2013 (2 days)

Fee:  HK$16,000/person & HK$32,000/family team of up to 3 pax; 50% for individual members of the Family Business Learning Network

This module will discuss the importance, diversity, complexity, and continuity of family business. To sustain family entrepreneurship for business longevity, practical structures such as family venture funds and spin-offs, advisory boards, and family councils will be discussed. The module will also cover the trans-generational leadership development necessary for incubating the family entrepreneurship.

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Program Period:  7 - 8 December 2013 (2 days)

 

Fee:  HK$16,000/person & HK$32,000/family team of up to 3 pax; 50% for individual members of the Family Business Learning Network