Putting family business first

The Family Business Research Foundation is dedicated to promoting a greater knowledge and understanding of family business.

The Family Business Research Foundation was established as a registered charity in 2009 to foster greater knowledge and understanding of family firms and their contribution to the UK economy and society, as well as the key challenges and opportunities that they face. The Foundation is an organisation uniquely focused on understanding the UK family business sector.

The results of our research have become one of the primary sources of evidence on the impact of family companies in the UK and is relied upon by government, family businesses (as well as their advisers), organisations, academics and researchers to help underpin their decision making and actions.

Family Business Challenges Guides

Our Challenge Guide series provides evidence-based guidance designed for family businesses. The Guides cover many of the main challenges that arise in family-business practice and decision-making, including governance, management, and business dynamics. Click the button below to access our Challenges Guides.

Case Studies

Have a read over our incredible detailed case studies covering a range of subjects.

News

Read all the latest news from the Family Business Research Foundation.

Reports

Our annual publications cover a wide range of family business topics, take a look over our library of reports.

Support us

We are an independent, registered UK Charity. Our work to date has been generously supported by a consortium of benefactors, trusts, and grant-making bodies. Any and all support from individuals, companies, benefactors, trusts and grant-making bodies is greatly appreciated to help fund the charity’s activities.

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