...-term firm performance and sustainability. Crucially, the model incorporates iterative feedback loops illustrating how post-succession performance reconfigures and renews familiness for future transitions. Research limitations/implications As a conceptual article, the framework requires empirical...

... influencing the choice of purchasing channel. Findings The results show that the viability of traditional family retail business models is conditioned by emotional factors and the pursuit of sustainability. Trust, social awareness and the sustainability of family businesses are highly valued factors...

... 03 03 2025 13 03 2025 01 05 2025 02 05 2025 © Emerald Publishing Limited 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Human resource management Family businesses Sustainability Recruitment Succession planning Practices Human Resource...

...Elisabete S. Vieira; Mara Madaleno; Maria E. Neves Purpose This paper investigates the relationship between business sustainability and capital structure, specifically focusing on the moderating role of family firms. Design/methodology/approach Using a sample of Portuguese-listed firms...

.... © Emerald Publishing Limited 2025 Emerald Publishing Limited Licensed re-use rights only Family firms Transgenerational entrepreneurship Corporate social responsibility Sustainability Environment Community Employees Family firms, often admired for their enduring legacies...

... wineries to determine the main topics of the literature and the opportunities and challenges for the sustainability and competitiveness of family firms in the wine sector. Design/methodology/approach This research uses a bibliometric and systematic literature review (SLR) to present a broad view...

.... Practical implications The findings offer valuable insights for decision-making in organizations, particularly family firms focused on innovation and sustainability. The research shows that investing in sustainability practices not only ensures ESG compliance but also significantly fosters innovation...

... supports the theoretical framework that integrates ESG practices into business model innovation, providing empirical evidence for the concept of sustainable business models. It emphasizes the importance of environmental sustainability, social engagement and robust governance in driving innovation...

...Mahwish Jamil; Simon Stephens; Ahmad Firdause Md Fadzil Purpose Family business sustainability is a critical issue. This study considers if adopting a strategic entrepreneurship orientation can support the sustainability of a family business. Design/methodology/approach A qualitative approach...

...Joshua Kofi Doe; Robert E. Hinson Purpose Artificial intelligence (AI) and sustainable business represent the irrefutable future of all forward looking businesses in the world today. In this perspective article, the authors explore the confluence of these important topics by highlighting the role...

... is used to review academic and non-academic literature to highlight the key features of Generation Alpha that can be relevant to family business. Findings Extensive use of digital technology, perceptions of learning, work and a work–life balance and attitudes towards sustainability and social...

... al., 2018). Studies on the longevity of family firms show that these businesses generally contribute more to the destination's regional development than non-family ones (Hallak and Assaker, 2013) due to their commitment to sustain longevity (Ahmad et al., 2021) associated with family...

... governance and family business research in the next century will be dominated by technology-based governance, sustainable governance, globalisation and the validation for multi-board structures, greater attention to succession planning and diversity, and channelling significant resources to innovation...

...Mahwish Jamil; Ahmad Firdause Md Fadzil; Amber Waqar; Mohd Rafi Yaacob Purpose The purpose of this study to explore the qualities of the entrepreneur which are required for the sustainability of the family business. The sustainability rate of family business has remained low, particularly...

...Ranjan Chaudhuri; Sheshadri Chatterjee; Sascha Kraus; Demetris Vrontis Purpose This study assesses the capability of artificial intelligence integrated customer relationship management (AI-CRM) technology for sustaining family businesses in times of crisis, such as the COVID-19 pandemic. The study...

... Limited Licensed re-use rights only Sustainability Family business Corporate social performance D640 M140 G340 Social and environmental issues such as rising income inequality (Piketty, 2014 ; Davis and Cobb, 2010), record-high environmental degradation (United Nations...