About us

Family Business UK (FBUK) is the largest organisation in the UK dedicated solely to supporting, representing and championing family businesses, their owners, leaders, NextGens, shareholders and executives.

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Our People

Discover the people powering our success – from our dedicated employees to our guiding board of directors.

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Our network

We work with a range of different stakeholder groups who support our ambition to help family businesses create a more sustainable and prosperous future for generations to come.

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What our Members say

“Family Business UK is vital to the family business community.

This wonderful network enables meaningful sharing of relevant business advice and knowledge.

FBUK allows us to harness our collective experience and skills for the greater good.”

Adam Clark
Arnold Clark

“We have been members of FBUK since it’s original inception, in 2001.

Over the years the academic input at events, and, even no ore so, the conversations with other members, have helped us frame our thinking around family governance.

The friendships we have made within the network are enduring, and cross the generations.”

Bella Hoare
C Hoare & Co

“A heartfelt thanks to Family Business UK for championing the spirit of family businesses.

Your dedication to empowering generations of businesses with wisdom, support, and a shared vision of success has an lasting impact.

We deeply appreciate your role in nurturing growth and fostering a sense of community within the UK’s family business landscape.”

Caroline Payne
CJ Lang

“’Unbelievable.’

Is the best word to sum up the amount of knowledge that / have learnt from attending FBUK events.

Both regarding family governance and succession planning.

The family and company now have a stronger foundation to face the future.”

Geoffrey Bibby
Bibby Line

“’We have found access to a community of like-minded people, to be of significant value.

It is good to be able to speak with peers who understand your challenges.

We’ve faced specific employment challenges in the hospitality sector.

By talking to others in a similar situation, I was able to gain wider insight, and picked up some very innovative approaches to help resolve the issues.”

Guy Turvill
Swiss Laundry

“’At Archwood Group, we have found being members of the IFB invaluable over the past few years.

It has enabled us to share experiences with other family businesses around a number of key topics including pension fund management, insurance renewals and leadership team incentive structures.

The network of members covers a vast number of sectors which enables us to gain insights across a diverse spectrum of industries.”

Josh Burbidge
Archwood Group

“We have been continually impressed with the vision and support provided by FBUK to family businesses of all sizes and from across industries in the UK.

FBUK has provided our business with great networking opportunities and provided a platform to share ideas, as we have gone through significant growth and change over the years.”

Karen Greenshields
GAP Group

“Family businesses: Building a legacy, not just a profit.

Family-owned businesses are driven by more than just financial gain; they’re about creating a lasting legacy for future generations.
Strong family bonds are the foundation for success, fostering a sense of shared purpose and commitment that extends beyond profit margins.

FBUK offers valuable insights for family business owners looking to grow their enterprises while preserving their unique family heritage.”

Prof Maurizio Bragagni
Blue Tratos Group

“We have been members of the IFB, now FBUK since its inception.

It is the only place that we meet, explore and discuss family business issues with family business people.

Family Business UK remains, to us, the best and most valuable gathering point for family business debates.”

Nick Linney
Linney Group

“We joined FBUK 10 years ago and have attended every conference, and a number of regional events, which are all very stimulating.

Next year we are proposing to take a party of seven to the conference and are confident that the time and expense will, as ever, be well rewarded.”

Warren Haskins
Haskins Garden Centres

Upcoming events

Community Event

Location: Online

Date: 28 January 2025, 1:00 pm

Purposeful Business Forum: Meeting

About Tapping into the growing interest in ESG and sustainability-related issues, social responsibilities and purpose among family businesses, FBUK…

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Community Event

Location: London

Date: 6 February 2025, 4:00 pm

NowGen Community: Roundtable Discussion and Workshop

About Join us for a great opportunity to meet fellow NowGen members at this facilitated workshop and roundtable discussion in London, kindly hosted…

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Partner Event

Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire

Date: 27 February 2025, 1:00 pm

Clarion: Navigating the future of family-owned businesses post Autumn Budget 2024

An afternoon dedicated to family-owned businesses, looking at the impact of the Inheritance Tax changes announced in the recent Budget. Family…

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Family Business Visit
Family Business Visit: Viridian Nutrition

Location: Northamptonshire, Midlands

Date: 6 March 2025, 2:00 pm

Family Business Visit: Viridian Nutrition

Family Business Visit: Viridian Nutrition Delivering on your daily dose of family businesses behind-the-scenes, take a tour of Viridian HQ; a…

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