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Babson's Global Family Entrepreneurship Network
Through curated learning, curated connectivity, and curated experiences, the Babson Global Family Entrepreneurship Network will amplify the capacity of entrepreneurial families from around the world to create value together. Our Network will help families strengthen their family relationships while creating economic value and social impact at the highest levels.
A Unique Network that only Babson can deliver
No other organization of family businesses or CEOs focuses on amplifying the capacity of families to create value together through:
- Applying Family Systems Theory to build stronger family relationships and family functioning
- Babson’s #1 ranked Entrepreneurship and Entrepreneurial Leadership pedagogy
- Deep expertise of Babson’s faculty and global thought leaders
- Tapping into the incredible knowledge and expertise of the members, including Babson’s leading entrepreneurial families from around the world
| Babson Global Family Entrepreneurship Network | Family Business Organizations | CEO Networks | Family Business Academic Programs | Family Business Advisory Services | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Learning Network | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| World-class Academic Expertise | ✔ | ✔ | ✔ | ||
| Expertise in Family Functioning | ✔ | ✔ | |||
| Expertise in Entrepreneurship and Business | ✔ | ||||
| Concierge Support | ✔ | ||||
| Learning for Employees and Other Stakeholders | ✔ |
Founding Families
The Founding Families, who hail from a wide range of industries from around the world, will co-create the design of the Community, advise BIFE in the implementation process, and provide critical financial support for building a successful Network.
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Country |
Industry |
|---|---|
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France / China |
Spirits/Luxury Goods |
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Guatemala |
Food & Beverage |
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India |
Logistics |
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Indonesia |
Cosmetics |
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Mexico |
Utility (water) |
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Mexico |
Real Estate |
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Netherlands / Switzerland |
Private Equity |
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Nicaragua |
Finance |
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Pakistan |
Textile / Banking |
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USA |
Outdoor Equipment |
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United Kingdom / Lebanon |
Energy |
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USA / India |
Conglomerate |
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USA |
Technology |
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USA |
Construction |
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USA |
Real Estate |
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USA |
Packaging |
Global Family Entrepreneurship Network Summit
This fall we held our inaugural network conference with 14 of our 20 founding families from across the globe and an agenda filled with thought-provoking speakers, breakout activities, excursions, and dinners to connect with one another.