At BENNIE, we take pride in our family roots as a 4th generation family business with nearly 90 years of history (1935). Our family business is fuelled by dedicated individuals and strong values.
Much like Family Business UK, we back family businesses across the UK, sharing knowledge and collaborating to create a more prosperous future for generations to come.
With our 4th Gen Group MD, Matthew Ayres, actively involved across the family business network, hosting and guest speaking at events across the globe, including housing the July FBUK Board and Visit on 24th July, BENNIE is leading the way in representation.
Family businesses like ours are the backbone of the UK economy, employing 14 million people, contributing a quarter of GDP, and generating £225 billion in tax revenue. As we celebrate Family Business, we invite fellow family businesses, politicians, policymakers, and change-makers to join us in honouring the forward-looking leaders shaping a prosperous and sustainable future for generations.
Explore our story and values at https://www.bennie.co.uk/about/
Let’s also share some remarkable stats about the family business sector:
Circa 5 million family firms in the UK (90% of privately owned businesses)
Family businesses employ over 14 million people
81% of family SMEs have women in leadership roles
Employ 13.9 million people
Generate £1.7 trillion in turnover, contributing £575 billion GVA to UK GDP
81% of family SMEs have women in leadership roles
About Family Business UK
Family Business UK is a growing movement of UK family businesses working to create a more prosperous and sustainable future for generations to come. They are a not-for-profit organisation advocating for the model of family business and celebrating the positive impact the sector has in the UK.
They champion and celebrate the sector, building awareness and recognition of family businesses through campaigns (e.g. Family Business Week), events (e.g. regional events and National Conference) and partnerships that support the growth and success of the sector.
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