Choosing the Next Chair While Differentiating From the CEO: How to handle a key transition
In this week’s FFI Practitioner, Daniela Montemerlo explores the important role of the board chair in a family enterprise and explains the benefits of appointing two different people to serve as chair and CEO.
The Role of Risk Management in a Family Enterprise
This week, we are pleased to share an article by Bilal Zein examining the topic of risk management in family enterprises.
Governance: Family or Business First?
This week’s FFI Practitioner continues our series of articles written in both English and Spanish by members of the FFI IberoAmercian Virtual Study Group. Thank you to Ricardo Mejia for sharing this case study about a client who encountered an important governance dilemma – should they focus on developing their corporate governance or family governance first?
Trust Owned Family Enterprises: Pitfalls and practical suggestions when naming trustees who also serve on Board of Directors: A case study
This week, FFI Practitioner examines the complicated situation occurring when the family enterprise is owned in trust and the trustees simultaneously serve on the Board of Directors. Thank you to Patricia Annino for exploring the numerous issues and conflicts that can arise through the following case study.
Take A Seat…Cautiously!
In this week’s guest article, contributor Randy Waesche discusses how advisors should be aware of the fiduciary responsibilities they face when taking a seat on the board of a company they advise.