Sustainability and Growth
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Natalie is joined by Bob Betts, MD of Smiths of Derby (FBU Manufacturing Award winner), Heather Whitworth (5th Generation) and Nick Whitworth (6th generation) Family Business Directors, plus Alan Frost, Consulting Director at Mazars. In this episode, they demonstrate the importance of building a sustainable business, the competitive advantage a family business can bring to the table, the importance of non-family board members, bringing in the next generation and how to adapt and protect your business for the long term.
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