Real Stories from Member Families

Behind every successful family business is a journey shaped by intentional planning, shared values, and trusted support.

Explore how these member families are charting their path forward and using our programs to sustain harmony, growth, and continuity.

More than a Board

The Steffes Family

What began as a cabinet shop run by an inventive founder has grown into a national OEM with 500+ employees and three divisions. Now in its third generation of ownership, Steffes remains rooted in family values, innovation, and structured leadership.

From One Retreat to a Roadmap

The Lloyd Family

Built on family values and relationships, Lloyd Companies grew from a small property management business into a leading full-service real estate firm offering development, construction, property management, and hospitality services across the Midwest. 

Built with Perspective

The Bender Family

Falcon Plastics began when the founding generation took a leap of faith—investing their home equity to buy five used machines. From three employees to 300+ across multiple U.S. locations, the company remains family-led and grounded in the values that shaped the original “Falcon family.”

Checkup on your family business.

Take 5 minutes to see how you’re doing in three key areas, plus see which of our programs can help boost your scores.

We have made it our mission to equip your family business to succeed – whatever that looks like for you and the business, right now.

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