Dynasty Effect

David Molian has consulted with numerous multinational companies, including Unilever, Diageo, and Shell. For the last 25 years, he has focused on working with independent businesses, many of them family-owned, and has taught at Imperial College and Insead before joining Cranfield. He has worked with some of the UK’s most outstanding growth success stories, including Cobra Beer, Hotel Chocolat, Belvoir Cordials, Thatcher’s Cider, Pacific Direct, and Go Ape. He has provided commentary and opinion for The Finanical Times, Director Magazine, The Daily Telegraph, Fresh Business Thinking, and many other publications, and has appeared on national and local television. He is a graduate of the University of Oxford and holds an MBA from Cranfield School of Management.

• Introduction, 1 The Family through History, 2 The Global Shift in the 20th and 21st Centuries, 3 The Social Network: The System That Preserves and Grows Family Wealth, 4 The Tsunami of Wealth: More Money than the World Has Ever Seen, Afterword

"In this book, David Molian explores beautifully the nuances of family business and their importance to the global economy on so many levels, not least the jobs they provide, the wealth they create and the impact they have on communities too. It also provides a detailed look at the impact family firms have had over time and the increasingly global connectivity of family members in businesses today. There is also a good look at the impact that different generations are having, not just on the business but the wealth that they have created too, and the impact that it has had, and continues to have too.The juxtaposition of history, historic events and the role of families over time is well documents and explored in this book that really does put the family business sector under the microscope, exploring its evolution and influence over time, the importance of certain places in groupings of wealthy families in business and the scale and reach of some of the biggest family firms around the world.Geographical influences and differences are also explored in this comprehensive look at the world of family business with plenty of examples documented throughout. A challenging but comprehensive take on the sector which provides narrative, challenge and thought-provoking insights along the way.Looking to the future and the likely 'tsunami of wealth' that will be transferred in the next few years is also looked at with respect, and the role of the next generation who want to do things differently, and the differing desires of the different generations involved in these businesses today.This book is a great insight into the different aspects of family business to include legacy, philanthropy, the evolution of the role of women, geography and communication, historical context and influence and so much more besides. In my opinion, a family business book that is positively different to any that I have seen before that is well worth a read by anyone with an interest in truly understanding and appreciating the essence of family business today, and how it has evolved over the years." Paul Andrews, Founder and CEO – Family Business United"A fascinating and timely analysis of where long-term economic power may really lie. As someone who has worked extensively with family businesses and entrepreneurial firms, I’ve often been struck by how resilient, patient and strategically focused many multi-generational businesses can be compared with short-term market-driven models.The coming transfer of wealth and influence described here could have profound implications not just for investment, but for national competitiveness, industrial strategy and even political power. Important reading for anyone interested in the future shape of capitalism and global business." Colin Barrow, Internationally-published author, specializing in business strategy and investment.