Is Your Family Business Aligned for the Future?

As your family enterprise grows in size and complexity, so does the need for clarity, trust, and shared decision-making. Without a strong foundation of governance, even the most successful businesses can face costly conflict, confusion, or drift from shared purpose.

This free webinar introduces the family constitution—a powerful, practical tool for ensuring your family and business grow in harmony, across generations.

What You’ll Discover in This Essential 1-hour Session

What is a Family Business Constitution

  • How family governance evolves from simple to complex
  • The real cost of not having clear agreements (with case examples)
  • Why good family relationships alone aren’t enough to protect your business

The 6 Foundational Elements Every Constitution Must Include

We’ve identified six core components that form the backbone of effective family governance through our work with over 3,000 family enterprises. These elements address the fundamental questions every family must answer as they transition from informal to formal decision-making structures.

The Top 10 Agreements in Family Constitutions

Beyond the foundations, discover the specific statements and policies that prevent conflicts before they start:

  • Family employment and compensation policies
  • Governance strategy and board expectations
  • Distribution and new ventures policies
  • Family perks and shared assets guidelines
  • And more…

The Proven Creation Process

  • Who should be involved (and who shouldn’t)
  • How to structure the process for maximum buy-in
  • Implementation strategies that ensure your constitution becomes a living document
  • Why adaptability and regular review are essential

“When we first put together family governance, we were divided as a family. The process of drafting a constitution gave us a clear purpose and objective that helped our group start to work as a team. It helped us make sense of the relationship between our family and our businesses, and between each other. For almost 20 years now, it has provided a solid foundation for our family, shareholders, and board.” — Shayne W., Family Business Owner and FBCG Client

Protect your legacy. Strengthen your family. Lead with intention.

Join us and learn how a family constitution can guide your enterprise—and your relationships for generations to come.

Can’t make it live? All registrants will receive a link to view the recording after the program.