Last week saw the Family Business Network hold its 20th annual conference in Amsterdam. Despite the many talking points from conferences over the last 20 years, the focus of this summit was very much the future, writes Katie Barker
Last week saw the Family Business Network hold its 20th annual conference in Amsterdam. Despite the many talking points from conferences over the last 20 years, the focus of this summit was very much the future.
What makes a great family business leader? This is a question with no correct answer, and different times call for different types of leadership. Mary Kay Mudd, director of new business development at her family’s business, Mudd Advertising
What makes a great family business leader? This is a question with no correct answer, and different times call for different types of leadership. Mary Kay Mudd (pictured), director of new business development at her family's business, Mudd Advertising, and a member of the Family Business Network's Next Generation Committee, says she can identify two types of leadership within her own family.
This issue of Campden FB sees the launch of a new section dedicated to the next generation. Going forward, next generation members will debate, discuss and promote the issues that affect them. In this first article, Thilo Wersborg tells Katie Barker about the activities of the FBN’s Next Generation committee.
Does this sound familiar? "When I joined the family business took on a unique role. There was no one in the same situation could talk to or go to for advice. Most of my friends find it hard to see I have problems, they just see me as privileged because have a family business to work in and they have to struggle in their corporate careers.
