Family Business Conference 2025: Asia-Pacific
Join us for the family business event of the year and the only conference dedicated to family businesses in the Southern Hemisphere! Now in its 25th year, we are coming to Sydney for the very first time at the Western Sydney Conference Centre, from 20 – 23 May 2025.
We have an incredible line-up of local and global experts, each providing valuable insights with a family business lens, and we are bringing back all your favourites — from the Longest Lunch and Family Business Excellence Awards Dinner to Family Business Site Visits!
Make the most of our Super Early Bird Pricing before 7 Jan.
Join our Family Business Community
FBA is dedicated to helping family businesses continue to grow and thrive. We support members with a suite of family business specific education and events, our Forum Group Program, sector advocacy, a community of peers, member-only discounts, and access to Accredited Advisors.
There is something truly special about the FBA community, where like-minded peers come together, creating a supportive and trusting environment for one another.
Harness the knowledge and experience of a community that truly understands what it means to be in family business.
Join FBA’s Forum Group Program
Harness the knowledge of a community that truly understands what it means to be in family business.
Led by a professional facilitator, Forum Groups offer a supportive and confidential space to seek counsel, and collectively share and learn from others’ perspectives and experiences to drive positive change in your family business.
Advisor Connect
Join your fellow advisors at the upcoming Advisor Connect meeting to learn from each and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
Supporting families in business for over 25 years
As the peak body for family businesses in Australia and New Zealand, Family Business Association provides tailored education programs, networking opportunities and invaluable resources for its members.
members across multiple countries and over 2,500 organisations
of consumers trust family owned businesses more than corporate competitors
of the workforce is employed by a family business
How we help family businesses
WA Celebrate Event 2024
The Stables - 888 Hay Street, Perth, WAJoin us for our FBA's Celebrate Event 2024! On Thursday, 5 December, we're bringing together the FBA WA community for a special evening acknowledging the achievements, challenges and triumphs of family businesses in 2024. Enjoy fine company, delectable canapés, and refreshing drinks while sharing stories and experiences with your family business peers.
NZ Advisor Connect Meeting - Jan 2025
Jackson Russell - Level 13, 41 Shortland Street Auckland, New Zealand / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector. Please note the event time is set in NZDT and adjust accordingly for your local time zone if you wish to attend this event via video.
QLD Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
Sparke Helmore Lawyers - Level 23/240 Queen Street, Brisbane / Hybrid via WebexThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
NSW CBD Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
Swaab - Level 4/20 Hunter St, Sydney NSW 2000This is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
VIC/TAS Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
KPMG Offices – Level 36, Tower Two Collins Square, 727 Collins Street, Docklands / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
SA/NT Advisor Connect Meeting - Feb 2025
ANZ Business Centre Adelaide - 18/83 Pirie St, Adelaide SA 5000 / Hybrid via ZoomThis is an opportunity for advisors and other professionals across multiple disciplines to learn from each other, understand each other’s expertise and build a network that is required as trusted advisors to the unique Family Business sector.
Meet Our Member: Scenic World
Scenic World is an iconic Australian tourist attraction in the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains near Sydney, which welcomes over 1 million visitors a year. Previously the site of a coal mine, Scenic World was established in 1945 by local entrepreneur, Harry Hammon, and for three generations, Scenic World has remained owned and operated by the Hammon family. We spoke with Anthea Hammon, one of five siblings and the current Managing Director of the Hammons Holdings Group, to learn more about the family business, their growth, and her insights for other family businesses.
Why Family Business Matters? A Celebration of Don Kyatt Group
KPMG and Family Business Association (FBA) work together to support family businesses across our nation. Family Businesses are the backbone of Australia's economy and make a significant broader contribution to the communities in which they operate.
Does your SMSF Deed need to be updated?
The trust deed for a Self-Managed Superannuation Fund (SMSF) is vitally important as it contains the rules for the operation and management of the fund. Despite its importance, SMSF deeds are often not reviewed regularly. If a deed is not reviewed or updated regularly, it may not comply with changes in legislation.
Taking the Emotion Out of Family Business Decisions
Family businesses are unlike any other. The close connections are a strength, but when it comes to tough conversations, like handling underperformance or deciding who fits best in what role, those connections can complicate things. Fortunately, using frameworks like the Entrepreneurial Operating System (EOS) alongside the Harvard 3 Circle Family Business Model can help keep those discussions focused, fair, and most importantly, effective.
Company Law Changes Coming
Recently, the Government announced its intention to progress numerous company law reforms, aimed at making New Zealand an easier and safer place to do business.
Meet Our Member: Mr Pothole
For over 35 years, Mr Pothole has been delivering expert asphalt repair and maintenance services in Perth. Specialising in hand-laid asphalt and kerbing, they manage projects ranging from small pothole repairs to full resurfacing. We had a chat with the team at Mr Pothole to learn more about the family business, their growth, and their insights for other family businesses.
Are you ready to reach your business potential?
We’ve been supporting families in business, helping them thrive and prosper through generations for over 22 years. Discover the benefits of joining Family Business Association today.