Why ZFBS Matters
Family-owned enterprises make up 80% of businesses in Zimbabwe, contributing significantly to GDP and job creation. However, the path to longevity is steep:
- Only 30% transition to the second generation.
- Less than 5% survive to the fourth.
In Zimbabwe’s turbulent economic environment, generational wealth is often dissipated due to a lack of succession planning, internal family conflict, and sub-optimal corporate structures. ZFBS exists to change these statistics.
While Red Couch Advisory provides the daily structural and legal tools for business continuity, the Summit is the essential space for "interpolation." It is a dedicated environment where diverse family enterprises engage with experts and peers to share best practices in building and safeguarding wealth.
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"Family businesses are the backbone of our economy, yet in Zimbabwe, too many die with their founders. We created ZFBS to bridge the gap between building wealth and securing a legacy."
ROI of attending
These attributes highlight how the summit moves beyond a traditional conference to become a strategic engine for family legacy.
Structural Resilience
Move from "Founder-Led" to "Built-to-Last." Most family businesses fail during the first transition because they lack a formal system. At ZFBS, we provide the blueprints for governance frameworks that separate family emotions from business decisions. You will learn how to institutionalize your operations, ensuring the company thrives long after the founder steps back.
Capital & Deal Flow
Direct access to growth partners and the "Deal Room." Growth requires more than just hard work; it requires the right capital and strategic partners. Our exclusive Deal Room connects you with institutional investors and regional family offices to discuss M&A, funding, and cross-border expansion. This is where high-level conversations turn into tangible commercial transactions.
Peer Cross-Pollination
High-level insights from people who have already solved your problems. Isolation is a risk for any principal. We curate a "safe space" for candid exchange between multi-generational founders, next-gen leaders and key strategic partners. By connecting with peers from diverse sectors, you gain "live insights" to solving complex family friction and scaling challenges through shared experiences and organic networking.
Legacy Milestone
Converting founder-led success into an enduring multi-generational institution.
Strategic
Impact
Fortifying the family businesses that drive 80% of our national economy.
The
Deal Room
Where commercial structures meet the capital needed to scale.
Organic Network
A deliberate ecosystem of founders cross-pollinating insights and looking out for each other.
Ready to secure your Legacy?
Don't let your business end with you. Join the community of families building legacies that endure.
Strategic Partners
Our vision is made possible by a deliberate network of strategic partners who provide the specialized expertise and support required for generational expansion.
