Category: Wingspan Insights

Family constitutions provide a roadmap for governance, values, and decision-making. This article explores how involving the Rising Generation in their creation strengthens continuity, fosters alignment, and ensures long-term success

Conflict is inevitable in family businesses, but it doesn’t have to lead to paralysis. When families get stuck—whether from avoidance, tension, or a single roadblock—progress stalls. This article offers strategies...

Succession planning is vital for family business longevity. Case studies of Brinker Group, LVMH, and Wilko reveal the impact of mentorship, strategic vision, and the consequences of poor planning.

Explore the challenges of CEO transitions in family businesses and discover strategies like early planning and mentorship to ensure a seamless leadership change while preserving your legacy.

Christina Wing discusses how having difficult conversations is essential for families to adopt proactive governance practices, strengthen relationships, clarify expectations, and build enduring legacies.

George Jackoboice, Wingspan Operating Partner, reflects on his family’s decision to sell their fifth-generation business, balancing legacy with opportunity.

Five strategies to help children in business-owning families build character, independence, and a healthy relationship with wealth, ensuring they thrive.

This article offers insights on managing liquidity while preserving long-term legacy, with real-world lessons from Fairchild Semiconductor and Reliance Industries.

Discover the seven essential documents every family business needs to ensure effective governance, clear communication, and smooth leadership transitions.