Category Archives: Business Matters

Dispelling the family business myths…

Posted on September 8, 2010 by

Although not readily apparent from the financial pages of a daily newspaper, family owned and managed businesses are at the core of the UK economy, contributing significantly to GDP, employment and the community at large.  Their importance as a stabilising … Continue reading →

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Mary Portas and the battle over the family owned bakery

Posted on June 16, 2010 by

Mary Portas may be revered, but she delivered a retail shock to one struggling shopkeeper, a bakery in Raynes Park, London where after running the family bakery for 36 years Angela Maher was unable to deal with the detailed analysis … Continue reading →

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Family firms are environmentally aware

Posted on June 16, 2010 by

You cannot fail to appreciate the impact that a business disaster can have on the environment with the issues currently taking place in the Atlantic Ocean causing devastation along the Florida coast and causing havoc for the BP share price.   … Continue reading →

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Refreshing change at Westons Cider

Posted on June 10, 2010 by

Many family businesses get stuck in a time warp and see branding as an unnecesary expense.  Forward looking businesses recognise the need to evolve with the times and H Weston and Sons Ltd, the family owned cider and perry makers … Continue reading →

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Philanthropy and the family business

Posted on June 10, 2010 by

By their very nature, successful family business owners are driven, passionate individuals who set out to achieve their goals with gusto and determination.  It is fair to say that they also make significant contributions to the local, national and global … Continue reading →

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