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John Hess interview with Suzy Kriscunis of Riverside

Altius Associates Ltd. is pleased to release the fourth in a series of live interviews with significant industry figures in the global private equity and real asset markets. This latest interview features Suzy Kriscunas, Managing Partner of Riverside, interviewed by John A. Hess, Chief Executive Officer at Altius Associates. The other interviews in the series can be seen at http://www.altius-associates.com/Events-News.htm.

Family-controlled carmakers see a spring in their step

Rashmi Kumar

The year has started on a positive note for family-controlled carmakers, with BMW, Audi and Peugeot Citroen reporting a rise in sales. Helped by surging demand not just in emerging markets, but also the developed world, it has raised hopes that the worst of recession may be running its course for the automobile sector.

Comment: Stanley Ho and how not to run a family business

David Bain

Stanley Ho, the Hong Kong and Macau-based casino king, has often been a controversial figure during his long career as one of East Asia’s better-known entrepreneurs.

Legendary family dynasties play cat and mouse

David Bain

Turin and Wolfsburg might not have much in common at first glance, writes David Bain.

Family business obituaries 2010

As with any year, deaths in the family happen and in the world of family businesses there were some prominent ones. Campden FB lists them and looks at their achievements.

Ownership and control in French family businesses

Katie Barker

Two of France’s largest and most famed family businesses, Hermes and L’Oreal, have taken steps this week to bolster family control and reaffirm the family’s commitment to the company. But the question remains as to whether this is enough to ensure continued family ownership.

"No drugs, no alcohol, no smoking" succession planning

David Bain

Donald Trump reckons he has the right succession plan in place at his billion-dollar real estate and entertainment company, writes David Bain.