From Heirs to Stewards: Cultivating Responsible Family Ownership PLUS: New & Potential Member Orientation

From Heirs to Stewards: Cultivating Responsible Family Ownership

In family enterprises, ownership is more than a birthright; it's a commitment to stewarding the legacy, values, and long-term success of the business. But preparing rising generations to step confidently into this role doesn't happen by accident. It requires clarity, intentional development, and a shared sense of purpose.

Join us for an engaging session that explores how business families can transform heirs into responsible, capable stewards. Participants will discover practical strategies for cultivating accountability, building essential ownership skills, and fostering a culture that supports continuity across generations.

This session is ideal for families, advisors, and next-generation members who want to strengthen alignment, deepen engagement, and ensure the future of both the family and the enterprise.

Attendees will walk away with insights on:

• Why ownership is an active role—not simply an inherited right
• How intentional preparation strengthens continuity
• The essential skills rising owners need to contribute effectively
• Ways to build a stewardship-focused culture that endures
• How structured planning empowers the next generation and protects family legacy

In a world where family enterprises must evolve to thrive, this conversation will help you chart a purposeful and sustainable path forward.

New & Potential Member Orientation

Curious about how the University of Louisville Family Business Center can support your family business journey? Join us for our New & Potential Member Orientation, an interactive session created to help you explore the value, community, and resources available through FBC membership.

During this event, you'll get a clear introduction to who we are and how we work with family-owned businesses across the region. A brief presentation will walk you through the benefits of membership including access to monthly educational programs, peer roundtables, specialized learning cohorts, member-led committees, and comprehensive business assessments designed to meet you where you are and support where you want to go.

Afterward, you'll have the opportunity to connect directly with our FBC Ambassadors—current members who know the Center well and are excited to share their experiences. These small-group conversations are a great way to ask questions, learn from peers, and discover how the Family Business Center can align with your business goals and family needs.

Whether you're exploring membership or simply want to learn what we offer, this session is the perfect entry point into a vibrant, supportive community of family business leaders.

We look forward to welcoming you and helping you take the next step toward strengthening your family enterprise.