Highlights "Success and Succession: Challenges of Family Businesses in the 21st Century"

28 June 2017 The HEAD Foundation Singapore Some of the largest and most recognised brands in the world are a result of the stewardship provided by generations of family businesses. Household brands like Samsung, Tata, Volkswagen, Ikea, L’Oréal and The New York Times continue to make headlines and touch our everyday lives. However, despite having the kind of stability provided by long-term, committed and aligned shareholders, family businesses are facing increasing challenges. On 28 June 2017, Mr Yuelin T. Yang, Deputy Group Managing Director at IMC Industrial Group discussed the performance and peculiarities of family businesses, as well as the challenges in professionalising family businesses and attracting non-family talent. About The HEAD Foundation The HEAD Foundation (THF) is a Singapore-based think tank devoted to the research, policy influence, and effective implementation of education for development in Asia. Established as an International Charitable Organization in 2013, we aim to advance the study and understanding of education – particularly in the Asian context – and its implications for governments, businesses and civil society in the region. In addition to our work in research, policy influence and advocacy, the Foundation also aims to apply the knowledge for more effective practice and policy implementation through programmes and projects. For more information, visit us at http://www.headfoundation.org Connect with us: Facebook (  / theheadfoundation  ) Twitter (  / head_foundation  ) LinkedIn (  / headfoundation  )