St. Joseph's University's Haub School of Business sponsors the Initiative for Family Business and Entrepreneurship, and I am honored to be a member of its Advisory Board. Yesterday, September 27, 2016, the Initiative presented an entertaining and informative program featuring two generations of the Yuengling brewing family, owners of America's oldest brewery. Moderated by Mary Nicoletti, Director of the Initiative, the members of the family discussed the benefits and challenges of working in a family business, trying to maintain the exceptional growth the company has had in the face of changing conditions in the market and the consolidation of competitors. All this, plus free beer! (Oktoberfest for me.) The Initiative provides invaluable information and guidance for family businesses of all sizes, and is an essential tool for any business thinking about the transition of ownership and management within the family. For more information, email Mary at mnicolet@sju.edu.
