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LGA
Research
Common-sense and broad experience can go a long way toward finding solutions to the problems of family enterprises. But we believe that valuable knowledge can also be gained from good research and case histories.
We make use of our academic backgrounds to stay current with relevant work by business school researchers, family therapists, economic analysts, specialists in organizational behavior, and other social scientists. In addition, LGA maintains its own active research program. We do this not just because it informs our work with clients, but because we are committed to contributing to the knowledge base in our field and to remaining leaders in our profession. Our projects are funded by foundations, public agencies, companies, and – in many cases – by the firm itself. We are committed to the broadest dissemination of findings from any of our research efforts.
Our current research programs include:
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A three-year study on leadership and continuity in family foundations in the U.S. and Canada. Funded by the National Center for Family Philanthropy (NCFP), this study features in-depth interviews with trustees and staff of 30 family foundations to determine how they govern and prepare the next generation for leadership.
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A comprehensive study of governance in family-owned and family-controlled companies that are publicly traded. The project will examine, through interviews and statistical analysis, how family control is maintained and its impact on corporate decision-making and performance.
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A study on the career paths and adult development of women senior managers in family companies.
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In addition to this current work, some other recent research projects include:
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An
analysis of generational transitions in over 500
family companies cataloging their intentions regarding
Controlling Owner, Sibling Partnership, or Cousin
Consortium leadership for the next generation. This
study led to the development of a model for
understanding how generational change unfolds in
complex family enterprises.
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A workbook on continuity planning in family foundations published by the Council on Foundations.
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A study of how family collaboration in competitive ocean sailing races affected the performance of their boats and the families’ experience together.
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We are always
interested in hearing about ideas for new research projects, and
in exploring collaborative efforts on new research initiatives.
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