“The American Family Business Survey: A Thirty-Year Benchmark Study” was recently featured by the Associated Press, bringing broader attention to how family businesses have evolved over the past three decades.
Developed by Plante Moran and The Family Business Consulting Group, the research compares findings from 1995 and 2025 to examine how family enterprises are approaching succession, governance, strategic planning, leadership development, and continuity today.
The findings show that family businesses remain strongly committed to continuity across generations while continuing to evolve how they plan, govern, and prepare future leaders.
Read the Associated Press featured article and explore the full survey findings to see what’s changed, what’s remained consistent, and what the research may mean for the future of family business.
