Family Firm Institute
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| Formation | 1986 |
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| Type | Professional Association |
| Headquarters | Boston, Massachusetts |
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| Website | www |
The Family Firm Institute (FFI) is an American professional membership association dedicated to individuals and organizations involved in the field of family enterprise. Established in 1986, FFI offers resources, educational programs, and research insights aimed at advancing the understanding and effectiveness of family-owned businesses and wealth management within family enterprises. The institute is headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, and provides a platform for professionals, including consultants, advisors, educators, and researchers, to collaborate and share expertise.[1]
Publications and Resources
[edit]FFI is the owner of the Family Business Review, a peer-reviewed academic journal published by SAGE Publications, which focuses on research and scholarship in family business studies. Additionally, FFI publishes the FFI Practitioner, a digital journal that offers practical insights and case studies for professionals working in family business consulting and advisory roles. These publications provide both academic and applied perspectives, catering to the diverse needs of its members and the broader family enterprise field.
Governance
[edit]FFI is governed by a board of directors, which includes positions such as chair, president, vice-chair, secretary, treasurer, and additional board members. This governance structure ensures that FFI's strategic initiatives align with its mission to support and enhance the family enterprise sector.
References
[edit]- ^ "The Family Firm Institute Inc - GuideStar Profile". www.guidestar.org. Retrieved 2024-10-29.
- "About the Family Firm Institute." Family Firm Institute. Accessed October 30, 2024.
- "Family Business Review." SAGE Journals. Accessed October 30, 2024.
- "FFI Practitioner." Family Firm Institute. Accessed October 30, 2024.
- "Global Educational Network." Family Firm Institute. Accessed October 30, 2024. https://www.ffi.org/gen
- Kaslow, Florence W. (28 July 2006). "Chapter 1: Brief History of the Family Firm Institute". Handbook of Family Business and Family Business Consultation: A Global Perspective. Routledge. pp. 3–24. ISBN 978-1-136-78141-4. Retrieved 31 October 2024.
External links
[edit]- Family Business Review, Sage Publications
- FFI Practitioner
- FFI Global Education Network
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