AFBG: A non-profit organization

We empower family businesses.

We help family businesses of all sizes succeed by delivering access to best practices & resources.

Mission & impact

By improving access to family business advisory resources, we create economic and social benefits for business, families, and their communities.

  • AFBG provides tools, skills and knowledge to foster learning and growth in business-owning families and their advisors.
  • We convene communities and deliver broad access to education and materials, skills and tools through a broad array of offerings.
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Latest Resources

  • Family Meetings: Getting Started
    Family meetings provide a structured environment for learning and for conversation. Guidelines and topics will evolve based on circumstances and needs.

  • A Reflection on the Role of Elders in a System of Family Governance, by Jay Hughes
    Some years ago when I was developing the ideas for my book on family governance, “Family Wealth, Keeping it in the Family”, I tried to establish rules that would parallel the three branches of most democratic governments, legislative, executive and judicial.

  • Webinar: Repositioning & Revisioning for 2026
    This webinar provides alternatives to the traditional New Year’s resolution to bring about changes you wish to make in the year ahead.

  • Statement of Purpose
    Your Personal Statement of Purpose will act as a compass when you need to make important decisions. You can ask yourself: “If I have decided the purpose of my life, what is the decision that I must make to fulfill that purpose?”

  • Values Unfolding Exercise
    The “Values Unfolding Instrument” will guide you in thinking about the values that are most important to you.

  • Goal Setting Exercise
    Thinking about your goals in the context of three different time horizons provides a powerful look into what you most want to accomplish.

A legacy of thought leaders

For decades, the Aspen Family Business Group served as a renowned international resource in the emerging field of family business consulting. We have helped families successfully navigate changes, fostering harmony and prosperity.

Help us to empower families.

AFBG, a nonprofit 501(c)(3) charitable organization recognized by the IRS, provides knowledge, tools and support to all families in business. Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent of the law.

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