“We the People… to Form a More Perfect Union”
AFBG
June 21, 1998
Who needs a family constitution? The future harmony of your family and continuity of your business may well depend on going to the trouble of writing one.
About the contributor(s)
David Bork
In Memoriam
David Bork founded the Aspen Family Business Group in 1987 when he brought together Leslie Dashew, Sam Lane, Dennis Jaffe, and Kathy Wiseman to implement an early program for families in business in Aspen, Colorado. David was a pioneer in the field of advising business-owning families, authoring one of the first books in the field, Family Business, Risky Business.
Leslie Dashew
Chairman of the Board | Cofounder
Leslie Dashew has specialized in working with families in business for almost 40 years. She brings her prior experience in family therapy and organizational development to her practice.
Sam Lane
In Memoriam
Sam Lane, PhD, was headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas and had more than 28 years of experience as a management consultant and psychologist specializing in working with family businesses. He successfully created and implemented individualized approaches to the unique challenges faced by family enterprises.
Aspen Family Business Group
The editors
This is a collaborative resource, created by the staff and/or board members of Aspen Family Business Group.
Joe Paul
In Memoriam
Joe’s specialties were families in business, families of wealth and family foundations. Since 1978, he helped families communicate better, plan for their future, and grow their tangible and intangible assets.
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