Title: Corporate governance as a suggested solution for family business sustainability problem

Authors: Ahmad M. Jannoun

Addresses: Grenoble Ecole de Management, Grenoble, 38100, France

Abstract: This study examines the impact of corporate governance practices on family businesses' survival and sustainability. Our research identified the common factors affecting the lifespan of family businesses, and the impact of main corporate governance elements: leadership, accountability, transparency and system, on their 'sustainability DNA'.

Keywords: corporate governance; family business; sustainability; succession planning; leadership.

DOI: 10.1504/JGBA.2018.096304

Journal for Global Business Advancement, 2018 Vol.11 No.3, pp.279 - 303

Published online: 26 Nov 2018 *

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