Family Business Feature Stories
Discover the strategies, challenges, and defining moments that inspired generations of growth.
From Possible Sale to Succession: How A Second Generation Stepped Up
When the future of BlackBerry Systems became uncertain, Cameron didn’t plan to take over. At least, not at first. What began as helping with a transition became the unexpected start of the company’s second generation. READ MORE
How Applied Innovation Fuels Multi-Generational Family Business Growth
From $500 and a line of credit to a thriving multi-generational family business, Applied Innovation’s story is one of risk, resilience, and reinvention. Read how bold legacy creates a bright future, from one generation to the next. READ MORE
Family Business Governance Lessons from the $10 Billion Lakers Sale
When Family Ties Aren’t Enough: What the Lakers Can Teach Us About Family Governance. For many family enterprises, the belief that “blood is thicker than water” runs deep. But as the recent sale of the Los Angeles Lakers illustrates, family loyalty alone doesn’t guarantee harmony or long-term family business success. READ MORE
The Custer Legacy of Entrepreneurship, Family, and Forward Vision
The story of Custer is one of intentional growth, principled leadership, and a belief that strong values create lasting impact. Built across generations, the company reflects a bold entrepreneurial spirit paired with a clear commitment to fairness, integrity, and long-term sustainability. From its earliest days to its diversified present, the Custer legacy continues to shape a bright future. READ MORE
From Possible Sale to Succession: How A Second Generation Stepped Up
When the future of BlackBerry Systems became uncertain, Cameron didn’t plan to take over. At least, not at first. What began as helping with a transition became the unexpected start of the company’s second generation. READ MORE
How Applied Innovation Fuels Multi-Generational Family Business Growth
From $500 and a line of credit to a thriving multi-generational family business, Applied Innovation’s story is one of risk, resilience, and reinvention. Read how bold legacy creates a bright future, from one generation to the next. READ MORE
Family Business Governance Lessons from the $10 Billion Lakers Sale
When Family Ties Aren’t Enough: What the Lakers Can Teach Us About Family Governance. For many family enterprises, the belief that “blood is thicker than water” runs deep. But as the recent sale of the Los Angeles Lakers illustrates, family loyalty alone doesn’t guarantee harmony or long-term family business success. READ MORE
The Custer Legacy of Entrepreneurship, Family, and Forward Vision
The story of Custer is one of intentional growth, principled leadership, and a belief that strong values create lasting impact. Built across generations, the company reflects a bold entrepreneurial spirit paired with a clear commitment to fairness, integrity, and long-term sustainability. From its earliest days to its diversified present, the Custer legacy continues to shape a bright future. READ MORE
