At HM Chartered Accountants, we believe family businesses are the backbone of Northern Ireland’s economy and community. That’s why we’ve built a dedicated team to support the unique challenges and opportunities family-run firms face.
In 2015, we launched the NI Family Business Forum to bring business families together — to share experiences, learn from each other, and build lasting connections.
Today, the Forum is a thriving network supported by expert partners and our co-founding partners Ulster University Centre for Sustainable Family Enterprise.
Whether you are navigating succession, planning for growth, or simply looking to connect with others who get it — you are welcome at the NI Family Business Forum.
Thursday 19th November 2026 | The Dunadry Hotel, Co. Antrim
9.30am – 2.00pm
Join us for our next NI Family Business Forum event, Leadership – It's Different When It's Family, bringing together family business owners, leaders and the next generation for a day of shared experiences, practical insights and meaningful conversations.
Leadership within a family business brings unique challenges, from succession planning and managing family relationships to navigating unexpected change. This event will explore these realities through personal stories and expert perspectives from an exceptional line-up of speakers, including Professor Maura McAdam, McKeever Hotels, Vincent Cleary of Glenisk, Sharon Gibson of Gibson Paving and Susan Hayes Culleton.
As part of our ongoing commitment to supporting Northern Ireland's family business community, this event provides a dedicated space for family businesses to connect, learn from one another and gain valuable insights to help strengthen their businesses for future generations.
Places are available – secure your ticket today:
Each year, the Forum hosts an annual conference exclusively for family-owned businesses, bringing together founders, next-generation leaders, and peers from across industries.
The 2026 conference will continue this tradition of sharing real stories, tackling shared challenges, and exploring the future of family enterprise.
The date and venue for this year’s conference will be announced soon.
Designed to create a unique space for honest conversations, fresh perspectives, and meaningful connections, the annual NI Family Business Forum Conference remains a cornerstone event for family businesses across the region.
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