Programme
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Wednesday 3 June |
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19:00 - 22:00 |
Next Generation Dinner Victorian Bath House – Dress Code: Casual |
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Thursday 4 June |
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8:15 - 9:00 |
Registration and Breakfast |
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9:00 - 9:15 |
Welcome & Opening Remarks |
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9:15 - 10:00 |
Keynote Opening Speech This opening speech will set the scene for the conference, addressing the key themes, challenges and opportunities for the future of family business. With Mark Stevenson, Futurist - Entrepreneur - Writer |
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10:00 - 10:45 |
What is the Role of Family Business in the Future? With today’s fast-paced demographic, societal and technological changes, family businesses face new challenges that require a re-evaluation of issues like purpose and governance. This panel session will explore the role of family business in a changing world, as well as the principles and practices to maximise the potential of your family business. |
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10:45 - 11:15 |
Coffee Break |
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11:15 - 12:00 |
Is Your Family Aligned to Your Long-term Family Business Vision? For your family business to be successful in the long run, you need the vision of your family aligned to that of the business. In this panel discussion, we will look at different ways of achieving inclusion and engagement of family members, to ensure the continuity of your family business and the well-being of its people. With Nicholas Bewes, Howard Ventures, and Rupa Patel, Day Lewis Plc. Facilitated by Helen Selka, Reliance Precision Ltd |
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12:00 - 12:45 |
Who Will Own Your Business in the Future? In this panel session, we will explore different ownership options and how adopting a new model may help you unlock the potential of your business and keep the family united. Facilitated by Jim Aveline, Burges Salmon LLP |
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12:45 - 14:00 |
Lunch |
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13:15 - 13:45 |
Lightning Talks Lightning talks are brief and informative sessions based on key family business concepts: |
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- The future of Family Office |
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- The building Blocks of Family Business With Elizabeth Bagger, IFB |
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- Non-Family Circle |
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14:00 - 14:45 |
Family & Non-Family at the Helm How can family and non-family work together more efficiently and capitalise on the skills and talents of everyone involved? How can non-family executives help your family business and what are the top challenges? In this session, family business owners and non-family managers will reveal the secrets of their successful relationships. With Warren Haskins and Julian Winfield, Haskins Garden Centres, and Dominc Riley, Morgan Motor Group. |
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14:45 - 16.00 |
Parallel Workshops – Titles TBC shortly In these parallel workshops, you will have the opportunity to listen to expert speakers and actively engage on important family business issues. |
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16.00 - 16:30 |
Coffee Break |
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16:30 - 17:15 |
In conversation with H.S.H. Prince Hubertus von und zu Liechtenstein Facilitated by David Scott, LGT Vestra |
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17:15 - 17:30 |
Closing Remarks |
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19:00 - 22:00 |
Gala Dinner Venue: Drapers Hall – Dress Code, Black Tie |
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Friday 5 June |
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8:30 - 9:00 |
Registration |
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9:00 - 9:15 |
Welcome |
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9:15 - 10:00 |
Sustainability: Go Green or Go Home? Environmental risks are seen by business as three of the top five risks by likelihood and four by impact. These have the potential to undermine existing business models or create new, exciting opportunities. In this session you will hear how family businesses are responding to these challenges. With Ingrid Faber, Faber Halbertsma Group. Facilitated by Mary Johnstone-Louis, Oxford Said Business School. |
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10:00 - 10:45 |
New Horizons for Philanthropy As the philanthropic landscape evolves, the way family businesses approach giving presents new challenges. This session will offer insights into different strategic approaches to giving and how emerging generations may steer philanthropy in the future. With Tim Good, Matthew Good Foundation. Facilitated by Caroline Underwood. |
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10:45 - 11:15 |
Coffee Break |
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11:15 - 12:00 |
How Will Wealth be Taxed in the Future? Governments across the world are increasing considering issues of inequality, and looking to new sources of revenue to fund future spending. In this session we will explore how the UK tax system may evolve, and the impact these changes could have on your family business. With Chris Martin, Newington, Briony Cove, Farrer & Co, and Fiona Graham, IFB |
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12:00 - 12:45 |
Keynote Speech TBC shortly |
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12:45 - 13:00 |
Closing Remarks |
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13:00 - 14:00 |
Lunch |
*Please note that programme is subject to change.