Join us at your Family Business State Insights Conference
Taking place across Australia and New Zealand, these dynamic half-day events bring together local family business communities to network, learn and have fun!
Each state's program features high calibre speakers and a keynote presentation tailored to the unique needs of family businesses, covering a wide range of topics like avoiding insolvency, leadership, workplace culture, succession planning, and more.
Join FBA’s Forum Group Program
Harness the knowledge of a community that truly understands what it means to be in family business.
Led by a professional facilitator, Forum Groups offer a supportive and confidential space to seek counsel, and collectively share and learn from others’ perspectives and experiences to drive positive change in your family business.
Submissions now open for the Family Business Excellence Awards
We invite you to submit your entry for our Individual Categories – Accredited Advisor of the Year Awards, Emerging Leader in Family Business Award and Leading Woman in Family Business Award.
Be recognised and celebrated for your achievements in family business.
Submissions for the Individual Award Categories close 31 October 2024.
Be Part Of Our Family
Welcome to the Family Business Association.
We support and empower family-owned businesses across all industries. You can access quality education, peer support, events and networking opportunities.
Joining us today will be a game-changing decision for you and your business.
Meet the Owners
Meet the Owners gives FBA members an opportunity to gain insight into the running of a successful family business.
Advisor Connect
Join your fellow advisors at the upcoming Advisor Connect meeting to learn from each and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
Supporting families in business for over 25 years
As the peak body for family businesses in Australia and New Zealand, Family Business Association provides tailored education programs, networking opportunities and invaluable resources for its members.
members across multiple countries and over 2,500 organisations
of consumers trust family owned businesses more than corporate competitors
of the workforce is employed by a family business
How we help family businesses
NSW/ACT Advisor Connect Meeting Parramatta - Aug 2024
5/3 Horwood Place, Parramatta 2150/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. Please note the event time is set in AEST and adjust accordingly for your local time zone if you wish to attend this event via video.
QLD Advisor Connect Meeting - Aug 2024
Sparke Helmore Lawyers - Level 23/240 Queen Street, Brisbane/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. Please note the event time is set in AEST and adjust accordingly for your local time zone if you wish to attend this event via video.
NSW Family Business Coffee Connect - Aug 2024
Looking to expand your family business network? Let’s connect over coffee. Come and meet Lisa Jay, Family Business Australia's State Representative.
Workshops for a Solid Foundation (Legal Considerations in Family Business) - Aug 2024
Meeting Room 1, Level 21, 91 King William Street, Adelaide SA 5000As a member of a family business with a material impact on the direction and strategy of the business, it is important you know your role and meet your legal responsibilities, as you may be as liable as any director on the board. This workshop aims to enable small and family business owners to grasp fundamental knowledge and capability in areas relating to legal aspects of participation in a family business, critical to carrying out their roles and obligations as office holders and business owners.
Workshops for a Solid Foundation (Legal Considerations in Family Business) - Online - Aug 2024
Online ACSTAs a member of a family business with a material impact on the direction and strategy of the business, it is important you know your role and meet your legal responsibilities, as you may be as liable as any director on the board. This workshop aims to enable small and family business owners to grasp fundamental knowledge and capability in areas relating to legal aspects of participation in a family business, critical to carrying out their roles and obligations as office holders and business owners.
Planning Succession for Family Business - Online - Sep 2024
Online via ZoomEvery family business needs to start planning for their future leadership. Whatever your planning horizon is to transitioning your business, now is the time to start having the conversation. Succession is one of the greatest challenges associated with running a family business. Please note the session time is set in AEST and adjust accordingly for your local time zone.
R U OK? Day – 12 September
A conversation can change a life. R U OK? Day is on Thursday 12 September. Let your family, colleagues and friends know you are there to support them and help raise awareness of the importance of staying connected and asking, ‘Are you okay?’.
Vale Peter Taylor, BEng (Hons)
FBA was saddened to hear of the passing of Peter Taylor, previous FBA Queensland Chair and Board member. FBA Life Member, Emeritus Professor Ken Moores AM reflects on Peter Taylor’s life, business and contribution to the family business community.
Meet Our Member: 1Above
Over a decade ago, 1Above launched their flight drink, aimed to combat jet lag. As a product enjoyed by many travellers, it has now become a family-owned business run by three brothers who, interestingly, were satisfied customers turned investors and ultimately, proud owners. We spoke with the team at 1Above to learn more about the family business and their transition from being a customer to overseeing the business grow into a leading name on Amazon USA and Australia.
Meet Our Member: Quest Legal
Quest Legal, a family-run business dedicated to simplifying business law for individuals and small businesses, is more than just a legal firm. With locations in the heart of Sydney CBD and Perth, their boutique has served clients for over a decade, offering a wide range of personalised services tailored to their unique needs. FBA’s NSW/ACT State Representative, Lisa Jay, spoke with Luisa Perez from Quest Legal to learn more about the family business, Luisa’s legal experiences and how that began her venture into the business.
Meet Our Member: Reid Stockfeeds
Reid Stockfeeds, a proud Victorian family-owned business, has been creating and delivering quality feed for healthy livestock for nearly 40 years. Starting from their kitchen bench and delivering in a little red Ford 600 tipper, they have grown into a respected family business supplying farms across Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and other areas within Australia.
Celebrate National Family Business Day!
FBA has developed a dedicated website, providing key information and collateral for you to use to promote, celebrate and support family business on 19 September. You’ll find key statistics, social media assets, short videos, suggested text and family business stories. Let's make a splash this National Family Business Day.
Are you ready to reach your business potential?
We’ve been supporting families in business, helping them thrive and prosper through generations for over 22 years. Discover the benefits of joining Family Business Association today.