IMD Global Family Business Center
We are a world-leading hub providing learning journeys and research to family enterprises globally.
Dedicated to the real issues facing family businesses, family offices and family foundations, we will help you ensure the sustainable success of your business and family, whether large or small.
IMD was the birthplace of family business education in 1988. Today, our center of excellence operates from our campuses in Lausanne and Singapore and delivers off-site programs worldwide.
We are very fortunate to benefit from two Chairs dedicated to the study and support of Family Businesses, the Wild Chair for Family Business and the Debiopharm Chair for Family Philanthropy.
World-class education and leading-edge research
30 years of experience – first in the world
Renowned academics, experts and family enterprise leaders
Leading the Family Business - Testimonials
Family Business Awards - Distinguishing prestigious family businesses
Family enterprises are faced with a set of unique challenges related to governance, succession, family dynamics and strategy. Education is crucial to ensure a united family and long-term success of the business.
Peter Vogel
Director of IMD Global Family Business Center
Professor of Family Business and Entrepreneurship
With sincere thanks to Wild Group and Debiopharm
for two Chairs dedicated to the study and support of Family Businesses
