2012 Nomination period is now open

We are delighted to announce the opening of the nomination period for the 2012 Award. We invite you to identify and nominate a family business whose commitment to best practices in both family and business life sets it apart. Please … Continue reading

2011 Award hightlights Swiss family business for its creativity and entrepreneurial spirit

Firmenich, the Swiss creator of fragrances and flavors, was awarded the 16th annual IMD-Lombard Odier Global Family Business Award at the 22nd Summit of the Family Business Network International (FBN-I) in Singapore. The sweet smell of success surrounds this year’s … Continue reading

How successful family businesses prepare for an uncertain future

Lessons from 2010 Award winning company Odebrecht. Click here to read more.

The European Foundation for Management Development (EFMD) case study award goes to authors of 2009 winner Merck Group

April 8, 2011 The EFMD Family Business Award for case writing went to Professor Benoît Leleux and Research Associate Anne-Catrin Glemser for the case series: “THE MERCKS OF DARMSTADT” winners of the 2009 IMD – Lombard Odier Global Family Business Award. … Continue reading