Family-controlled businesses are significant contributors to B.C.'s economic wealth. Their efficiency and performance can be impacted by unique circumstances that are often not factors for other businesses. For example, would your business model be viable if you were no longer there to oversee day-to-day operations? When is it a good idea to get guidance from outside the family? How do you manage family members and what are the things to consider when building a succession plan? The BES Surrey Family Business panel discussion will tackle some of the issues and challenges typically encountered when running a family business.