Friday, September 11, 2026 · 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Add to calendarWhat does it take for a family business to thrive across generations? This year's Family Business Conference will bring together owners, next-generation leaders, entrepreneurs, advisors, and students for a day of practical insights and candid conversations on leadership transition, governance, innovation, and long-term stewardship.
Featuring renowned experts Randel Carlock and Dennis Jaffe, along with leaders from multi-generational companies including Vroman's Bookstore, Gaviña Coffee Company, J.M. Huber Corporation, Farmers & Merchants Trust Company, and Maui Soda & Ice Works, attendees will gain valuable strategies for balancing legacy with innovation while building resilient businesses for the future. Registration includes conference sessions, networking, breakfast, lunch, and an evening reception.
The conference continues Saturday, Sept. 12, with an optional hands-on workshop featuring an interactive case study designed to help participants explore the complexities of family business dynamics and apply key concepts in a practical setting.
Thank you to our sponsors J.P. Morgan, Enterprise Bank, TroyGould, and Business Consulting Resources (BCR).
Loyola Marymount University 1 LMU Drive, Los Angeles, CA 90045
Friday, September 11, 2026 · 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM