Fellows ·

The Top 3 Business Value Drivers–They may Surprise You

When considering how to best position a business to accelerate, it’s wise to consider how to fully leverage value drivers. So what are the top three value drivers, and why do they matter so much?

General ·

How and Why to Define Roles in Family Business

Roles in family business can get murky, especially early on. Start here for a better understanding of effective small and family business structure.

General ·

How to Put a Family Business on Your Resume

With businesses closing because of COVID, many people are job hunting. Whatever your reason for seeking new employment, optimizing your resume is key to standing out in this competitive job market. And if your previous job…

General ·

Sustaining Family Business Communication During COVID

Have you noticed subtle or major changes in the quality of your family business communication? Like any aspect of business during the pandemic, maintaining effective communication requires new strategies during Covid.

General ·

SF Family Business COVID Resources – The Essentials

A collection of go-to sites for staying on top of COVID related financial aid, business regulations, and health & safety recommendations.

Succession Planning ·

Inheriting a Business from Family (What Now?)

Inheriting a business from family can be difficult on many levels. Here’s a step-by-step list of everything that needs to happen for a smooth succession.

Student Work ·

Last Black-Owned Business of its Kind in SF: Miyako Ice Cream

Tom Bennett, now 83, opened Miyako in 1993. Today he still owns and manages the store with his daughter Teresa. His shop is the last black-owned business of its kind in San Francisco. And it’s survived 30 years in the Fillmore District, through the great recession and now a pandemic.

Members Only ·

Beginner’s Checklist for Getting Noticed Online

Start with the basics to help people find your business online. Even with minimal upkeep, you can grow your visibility. We suggest you revisit this checklist once a quarter.

Starting a Business ·

The Unexpected Advantages of Family Business

There are many well-known advantages to owning a family business: Costs and expenditures are generally low compared to large companies. The ability to plan alongside future leadership gives family businesses a leg up on longevity. And…

Members Only ·

Succession Planning Best Practices for Family Businesses

Succession planning is a process, not an event, and it equally affects your family, business, owners, and employees. So, what is succession planning? In the simplest explanation, it’s the process of identifying who will be ready……