Institute of Corporate Directors Zimbabwe

Family Business

  • Introduction
  • Building Legacies, Not Just Businesses: You’re Partner in Family Business Success

About The Family Business

Welcome to Institute of Corporate Directors Zimbabwe (ICDZ) Family Business, where we empower family-owned enterprises to thrive across generations. Family businesses are the backbone of the global economy, yet fewer than 30% survive into the third generation. Why? Unique challenges like succession conflicts, blurred boundaries, and outdated structures. We exist to rewrite that story. 

Our Mission

We blend the heart of family with the rigor of professional business. Our tailored solutions equip you to preserve legacy while driving growth, stability, and harmony. 

What fuels us

We train, accredit, and champion specialist advisers who serve family businesses of every size. We coach and mentor practitioners, sharpening their skills through real-world wisdom. 

We connect brilliant minds across disciplines because family challenges demand holistic solutions. 

Why Choose Us?

Deep Expertise, Family-Centric Approach

We specialize exclusively in family businesses. Our consultants are industry veterans who understand the delicate balance between "family first" and "business first." We speak your language, because we’ve lived your challenges

Proven Frameworks That Bridge the Gap

Stop reinventing the wheel. We implement battle-tested systems to transform chaos into clarity: - Governance Structures: Define roles, boards, and decision-making protocols to avoid power struggles. - Succession Roadmaps: Transition leadership smoothly, without tearing the family apart. - Conflict Resolution Systems: Turn emotional tensions into productive conversations. - Strategic Growth Plans: Align family values with scalable business objectives.

Transformative Training Programs

Knowledge is your greatest legacy. We equip your family and team with skills for the future: - Next-Gen Leadership Development: Prepare heirs with mentorship in finance, strategy, and emotional intelligence. - Family Assemblies & Workshops: Facilitate open dialogue to build trust and shared vision. - Professionalization Bootcamps: Train non-family executives to thrive in a family-centric culture.

Real Impact: How We Drive Change

Case to refer to: The “Stuck” Succession
Problem: A 40-year-old manufacturing firm faced civil war between siblings vying for control.
Our Solution:
– Instituted a Family Constitution clarifying roles, ownership, and dispute resolution.
– Ran immersive next-gen training on collaborative leadership.
Result: Smooth CEO transition + 25% revenue growth in 18 months.

Why Family Businesses Fail Without Support
– Emotional Decisions > Business Logic: Unresolved conflicts sink profitability.
– No Succession Plan = 70% Survival Risk: Heirs need more than bloodlines, they need preparation.
– Informal Structures Crumble at Scale: Professional frameworks prevent chaos during growth.

Join The Movement

Our members access proprietary tools forged in the fires of real family businesses. These resources are springboards, not blueprints. 

– Secure your succession.
– Harmonize family and business goals.
– Future-proof your legacy.

“Generations of Wisdom, Built for Tomorrow’s Business.”

(ICDZ) Family Business Preserving Legacies, Powering Progress.

Book a no-pressure discovery call. We’ll diagnose your unique needs and craft a plan