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Enhancing human capital in business families: Creating a culture where everyone has a voice

March 3, 2023

Some younger family members aren’t waiting for formal transitions. They’re focused on contributing today to a world that will still be sustainable in 100 years' time, says KPMG's Creagh Sudding.

There are widespread and ongoing discussions among family businesses about thepotential roles and contributions of next-generation family members. In some cases, this is the result of impending succession decisions and the need for a smooth transition from one generation to the next. But, in other cases, younger family members aren’t waiting for formal transitions. They’re focused on contributing today to aworld that will still be sustainable in 100 years' time.

Next-gen report discovers a generational disconnect in succession readiness

December 20, 2022

The next generation of ultra-high-net-worth family wealth holders overwhelmingly indicate they are ready for succession, according to The Next Generation Of Wealth Holders In The United States 2022, a new report from Campden Wealth and BNY Mellon Wealth Management.

Why are family offices increasing sustainable investing?

November 30, 2022

An increased consideration of environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors, innovations in technology and a next-gen-driven desire to do better for the world are seen as motivating factors for family offices increasing their commitment to sustainable investment, according to Campden Wealth and Raffles Family Office’s Asia-Pacific Family Office Report 2022.

Frédéric de Mévius: Doing good and doing well down on the family farm

June 9, 2022

For more than 20 years, Frédéric de Mévius has run his family farm in Belgium based on organic, biodynamic and, more recently, regenerative principles. Here, he talks exclusively to Campden FB about sustainable agriculture and how this ‘passion project’ has influenced his investment strategies.

For more than 20 years, Frédéric de Mévius has run his family farm in Belgium based on organic and, more recently, biodynamic principles.

FB Roundup: Mike Cannon-Brookes, Amancio Ortega, James Watt

May 4, 2022

In this week’s FB Roundup, climate activist billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes acquires 11% of Australian power company AGL Energy; Amancio Ortega’s family office buys a Glasgow office development for £215 million; and BrewDog boss James Watt plans to give away 20% of his personal stake to staff.

Climate activist billionaire Mike Cannon-Brookes acquires shares in Australian power company
Tech tycoon and climate activist Mike Cannon-Brookes has bought an 11.28% stake in AGL Energy in an attempted block of a demerger, that would see Australia’s biggest power producer split into two companies.

Breakout session with Frédéric de Mévius

March 23, 2022

The 9th-generation member of the Interbrew-owning family talks to Campden FB about organic farming, ethical investment and never wasting time.

A 9th-generation member of the Interbrew-owning family and the owner of a farm run on organic, biodynamic and regenerative principles, Frédéric de Mévius has seen first-hand the impact sustainable agricultural practices can have on the world.

How a ground-breaking school curriculum is preparing students to make positive change through technology

March 18, 2022

With a well-earned reputation for being one of the world’s finest boarding schools, the Institut auf dem Rosenberg has long instilled entrepreneurial skills and attitudes in its students. Now, with a new cutting-edge program teaching the benefits of technology, they’re preparing the next generation for whatever the 21-Century has in store.

Humanix is the first curriculumin the world to train students' cognitive capacities and literacy through the study of human connectiveness.

Why Melinda French Gates going her own philanthropic way matters

February 4, 2022

The former wife of Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates has announced that she no longer plans to give away the bulk of her wealth via their Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. Here's why a clean break makes sense.

Following on from her divorce from Microsoft co-founder Bill Gates in 2021, Melinda French Gates has announced that she no longer plans to give away the bulk of her wealth via their Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation.

Creating her own legacy: Melissa Sesana Grajales on family business, family office and investing for the future

January 27, 2022

A prominent young, next-gen woman who is safeguarding her family’s wealth while carving her own niche as the head of an impact investment company, Melissa Sesana Grajales is undoubtedly one to watch.

It wouldn't be untrue to say that Melissa Sesana Grajales' family fortune was predicated on a wild leap of faith.

Next-gen Saurabh Dhawan on evolving the SSF Plastics family business

December 20, 2021

The Dhawan family of India is taking their company SSF Plastics to the next level in family business evolution through initiatives in professionalisation, diversification, sustainability and engaging the next generation.

Saurabh Dhawan (pictured), the second generation family member leading business development, says the Mumbai-headquartered, self-described one-stop solution provider for all rigid plastic packaging needs has also been venturing into multiple startups, with next-gens at the helm.