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30 years of American Family Business: A benchmark study

August 15, 2025 / 1 min read

Thirty years ago, a groundbreaking study captured the state of U.S.-based, family-owned businesses. Now, we’re bringing it back — and we want you to be among the first to participate.

Join us in a comprehensive study of U.S-based family businesses as we revisit and benchmark three decades of entrepreneurial evolution, generational transitions, and business transformations. Your input will help us understand how family business has evolved over time.

We want to hear from you — the family business owners who know firsthand the challenges you face and the support you need for success. Understanding how family businesses have adapted, grown, and transformed over the last three decades will provide crucial insights into the backbone of U.S. commerce.

By taking this survey, you will:

The insights gathered will help family businesses manage transitions, make better informed decisions, and increase the probability of success across generations. Your participation will help document the journey of American entrepreneurship and provide valuable benchmarks for current and future family business leaders.

This is an initiative lead by Plante Moran and The Family Business Consulting Group. Join us in shaping the next chapter of family business. Your voice matters, and your participation will make a difference. 

Take The Survey

All submissions are confidential. In the survey, you’ll have the option to provide your email address to receive an email communication with early access to survey results, but it’s not required. You can still take the survey without including your email.

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