Supporting families in business to grow and thrive for over 25 years
As the peak body for family businesses in Australia and New Zealand, we support members through family business specific education and events, our Forum Group Program, a community of like-minded peers, member-only discounts, and access to accredited advisors who understand the unique experience of family businesses.


members from small, medium, and large organisations across 44 industries.
of all businesses are family-owned businesses
of the workforce is employed by a family business

How we help family businesses
QLD Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
Sparke Helmore Lawyers - Level 23/240 Queen Street, Brisbane / Hybrid via WebexThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
NSW CBD Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
Swaab - Level 4/20 Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000This is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
NSW After 5 Connect - Feb 2025
Bungalow 8 - King Street Wharf, 3 Lime St, Sydney, NSW, 2000Join us for After 5 Connect—a perfect chance to unwind and mingle with fellow FBA members in a relaxed social setting. Whether you're here to network or simply enjoy great conversations, this is your opportunity to build connections and catch up with the FBA community. Drinks are available at bar prices.
VIC/TAS Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
KPMG Offices – Level 36, Tower Two Collins Square, 727 Collins Street, Docklands / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
SA/NT Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
ANZ Business Centre Adelaide - 18/83 Pirie St, Adelaide SA 5000 / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
WA Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
Grant Thornton - Central Park, Level 43, 152-158 St Georges Terrace, Perth, WA 6000 / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
Meet Our Member: Promoworks
Introducing Promoworks, where creativity meets passion! Owned and operated by Craig and Brenda Oglesby, Promoworks is your go-to company for innovative promotional solutions and professional photography services. With over 17 years of experience in photography, Brenda brings a wealth of knowledge and a keen eye for detail to every project. We spoke with Brenda to learn more about the family business, their passion and their advice for other family businesses.
Meet Our Member: Sunrise2Sunrise
Dynamic NDIS provider, Sunrise2Sunrise were the winners of the 2024/25 Established Family Business Award for Victoria and Tasmania. The award was accepted by Ravi Bhatt alongside his wife, Krishna Sevak and their two children, Rhythm Bhatt (11 years) and Jaynil Bhatt (9 years old). Ravi and Krishna sat down with us to share more about the success story of Sunrise2Sunrise since its inception in 2018. The business has grown exponentially since, but the family has never wavered from its dedication to reducing inequality and improving lives in communities they support.
Meet Our Member: Charlesworth Nuts
For 90 years across 4 generations, Charlesworth Nuts has been proudly making and selling fresh nuts, fruits and chocolates in Australia. What began in 1934 as a small nut stall in the Adelaide Central Market has now grown into a family business with 11 retail stores and a warehouse factory. More than ever, they remain absolutely passionate about the quality and freshness of their products. We had a chat with Brett Charlesworth to learn more about their family business, the rich history behind the business, and how they continue to expand their business across Australia every day.
James Morrison and Natasha Fox: Two Unmissable Sessions
Our 2025 Family Business Conference features a line-up of local and global experts, each bringing valuable insights on how to navigate change through a family business lens. We're thrilled to share the details of two of these sessions with you below.
Meet Our Member: Queensland Gaskets
Meet the winner of our Established Family Business Award 2024/25 for Queensland, Queensland Gaskets! Founded in 1953, Queensland Gaskets was established by Quentin Quarterman in a modest worker's cottage on Hope Street, South Brisbane. Recognising a growing need for industrial gaskets amidst the post-war industrial boom in South East Queensland, Quentin established the business with a commitment to quality and customer service – principles that have driven seven decades of growth and innovation. Today, Queensland Gaskets stands as a leading Australian manufacturer of high-quality gaskets, sealing materials and specialised applications supplying to a diverse range of industries, including defence, aerospace, mining, construction, rail, utilities and energy.
Do you have a digital estate plan?
Imagine waking up to find all your digital accounts and cloud-stored memories inaccessible. Now, picture your family or business facing this after you’re gone, struggling to piece together your digital life without guidance. This scenario is increasingly common, making digital estate planning essential. Proper management and transfer of your digital assets are crucial for your family's wellbeing and your business's continuity.
Meet Our Member: Quickmail
Founded in 1992 by Jean Paul Tedeschi, Quickmail is a family owned and operated Western Australian communications hub, offering services in fulfilment, distribution, mail and print. Together with their bespoke GetQuickmail.com software platform, Quickmail’s 3PL service stands as a robust fulfillment and distribution solution for e-commerce and other businesses. We spoke with the team at Quickmail to learn more about the family business, how they adapt to the changing market demands and their advice for other family businesses.
Are you ready to reach your business potential?
We’ve been supporting families in business, helping them thrive and prosper through generations for over 25 years. Discover the benefits of joining Family Business Association today.