Education
We offer educational presentations focused on the relational aspects of the family business. Our consultants can help family business leaders - and the professionals who work with family businesses - understand and apply the theory of "family systems" to both family and business relationships.

Research
Housed at a major research institution, Northwestern University, The Family Institute's Family Business Program conducts applied research aimed at developing effective strategies. Current research focuses on leadership succession and its challenges for family business founders. The ultimate goal of this research is to develop strategies that will help the family move forward to successful organizational continuity.

To learn more about the Family Business Program's educational resources or research participation, call Douglas C. Breunlin, Program Director, at 847-733-4300, ext. 1032 or email Family-Institute@northwestern.edu