Ateneo Family Business Development Center

👔❤️ 𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗙𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿’𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆!

Today, the Ateneo Family Business Development Center joins families across the Philippines in celebrating fathers and father figures who guide, support, and inspire the next generation.

In many family businesses, fathers often share not only lessons about work and enterprise, but also values such as integrity, resilience, stewardship, and service. Through everyday conversations, shared experiences, and years of dedication, they help shape both family bonds and the legacies that families hope to build together.

As we celebrate Father's Day, we honor the many ways fathers contribute to the growth of their families, their businesses, and their communities.

To all fathers, grandfathers, mentors, and father figures—thank you for the example you set and the legacies you help nurture.

Family and Business, Building Legacies.

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗼𝘂𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝘀 𝗜𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘃𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻 𝗙𝗮𝗺𝗶𝗹𝘆 𝗕𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀?
by Caroline Da Silva

When we think of innovation, we often picture disruptive technologies, breakthrough products, or large investments in research and development. But for family businesses, innovation can take a different form.

From strengthening relationships with customers and partners to introducing new systems, adapting business models, and navigating generational transitions, family businesses innovate in ways that preserve what matters while preparing for the future.

This white paper invites us to rethink innovation—not as a departure from legacy, but as a means of sustaining it.

📄 Read the full white paper here: https://ateneofamilybusiness.weebly.com/what-counts-as-innovation-in-family-business

🤝 Are you a family business owner, successor, or researcher interested in family business continuity, governance or innovation? Message us to learn more about our research initiatives, programs, and opportunities for collaboration.

Family and Business, Building Legacies.

The Ateneo Family Business Development Center is pleased to welcome Jonah L. Fabul as the newest member of our team and our new Head of Programs.

As we continue to champion the continuity and growth of family businesses through context-sensitive programs and empowering partnerships, Jonah brings fresh perspectives and renewed energy to our mission. In her role, she will lead efforts to strengthen and enhance the Center's programs, ensuring that they remain relevant, impactful, and responsive to the evolving needs of Filipino business families.

We look forward to the contributions she will make in advancing our work and creating meaningful learning experiences that support family businesses across generations.

Please join us in extending a warm welcome as she begins this new chapter with the Ateneo Family Business Development Center.

BUILT FOR LEGACY: SUSTAINING FAMILY AND BUSINESS THROUGH GENERATIONS

The Ateneo Family Business Development Center (FBDC) successfully concluded Built for Legacy: Sustaining Family and Business Through Generations, bringing together family business leaders and members for two days of meaningful learning and exchange.

Participants gained valuable insights on fostering generational success, navigating the dynamics of family and business, and strengthening continuity through building multi-generational family-teams, leadership development, succession planning, and family constitution crafting. Through guided discussions and expert-led sessions, families were equipped with frameworks and perspectives to sustain both relationships and enterprise across generations.

The program was held last May 23–24 at the Ateneo de Manila University campus, with participants traveling from various provinces to take part in the sessions.

We thank all participants for being part of this shared journey toward building enduring legacies.

Stay tuned for upcoming programs of the Ateneo Family Business Development Center.

For inquiries, you may message us directly or visit our website https://ateneofamilybusiness.weebly.com/ .

A shared understanding among family members enables smoother dynamics, better communication, and greater confidence in handling family businesses.

Read through the testimonies and experiences of the past participants of the Ateneo Family Business Conference to learn more about the conference's impact and influence in building their legacy.

Don't miss the last week of application and secure your spot here: https://go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy-SignUp

Event details are as follows:
📍 Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City
📅 May 23–24, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

For more information, visit: https://go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy

Strong family businesses are built on shared visions and a commitment to continuity across generations.

Many past participants of the Ateneo Family Business Conference shared that with the help of the Ateneo Family Business Development Center, they were able to strengthen their family relationships, professionalize their companies, and create clearer paths to sustain long-term growth.

Join us now at BUILT FOR LEGACY: Family and Business Continuity Through Generations, a family business conference that aims to help your family create a stronger, future-ready, and lasting legacy across generations.

📍 Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City
📅 May 23–24, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Sign up now through: go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy-SignUp
Learn more about the program: https://go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy

Learn from industry experts: DR. PILAR TOLENTINO

With extensive expertise in business succession, governance, professionalization, and family dynamics, Dr. Tolentino has helped numerous family businesses navigate growth and continuity across generations.

Gain valuable insights at BUILT FOR LEGACY: Family and Business Continuity Through Generations, a family business conference.

📍 Ateneo de Manila University, Quezon City
📅 May 23–24, 2026
🕣 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM

Sign up through: go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy-SignUp
Learn more about the program: https://go.ateneo.edu/BuiltForLegacy