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The Succession Conspiracy – Moving Beyond the Struggle of Letting Go

-Podcasts, Leadership, Next Gen, Processes, Structures, Succession /

In this episode of the LGA Lighthouse podcast, host Tim Yeung continues his two-part conversation with LGA co-founders Kelin Gersick and Ivan Lansberg. Building on their previous discussion about family systems, they dive into one of the most persistent and emotionally charged challenges in family enterprise: the Succession Conspiracy. They explore why succession is so frequently avoided and how to transform it from an individual struggle into a shared institutional process.

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The Power of Models – Navigating the Network of Families

-Podcasts, Education, Engagement, Governance, Leadership, Processes, Strategy, Structures, Values /

In this episode of the LGA Lighthouse podcast, host Tim Yeung kicks off a two-part conversation with family enterprise pioneers and LGA co-founders Ivan Lansberg and Kelin Gersick. They explore the practical power of conceptual models—not as academic concepts, but as essential tools for helping families make sense of the deep complexity inherent in multi-generational businesses.

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LGA Insights – April 2026

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Welcome to the April edition of LGA Insights for 2026!
In this Edition, our colleague Neus Feliu explores the transition of independent directors from a mere “governance milestone” to a source of true strategic impact.
We also share a reflective piece by Mika Mazor, who challenges the common perception of conflict within the family enterprise. While many families view tension as a threat to be avoided or suppressed, Mika argues that silence is often the more dangerous signal, one that masks deeper systemic vulnerabilities.

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From Transaction to Continuity – Rethinking Executive Search in the Family Enterprise

-Podcasts, Governance, Leadership, Policies, Processes, Strategy /

In this episode of the LGA Lighthouse podcast, host Tim Yeung sits down with Bill Strandberg, Managing Partner of Strandberg, to discuss the critical nuances of executive search within family-owned businesses. Bill explores why hiring a leader in a family system is not merely a recruitment task, but a vital decision for long-term leadership continuity.

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From Presence to Impact: Making Independent Directors Matter in Family Enterprise Governance

-Articles, Boards, Governance, Leadership, Strategy, Structures /

Introducing independent directors into a family enterprise is often perceived as a significant milestone in the evolution of governance. It signals openness, professionalization, and a willingness to incorporate external perspectives into decision-making.

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How Coaching Unlocks Family Enterprise Potential

-Podcasts, Education, Leadership, Next Gen, Processes /

In this episode of the LGA Lighthouse podcast, host Tim Yeung sits down with Wendy Ulaszek, a Partner at LGA and Head of Leadership Coaching. With a PhD in clinical psychology and extensive experience coaching leaders within family enterprise systems, Wendy explores the intersection of human behavior and enterprise governance.
The discussion focuses on how individual growth serves as a catalyst for healthier family systems and provides a roadmap for leaders looking to transition from their current state to their aspirational potential.

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What Can Elite Performers Teach Your Family Business About Success?

-Podcasts, Education, Engagement, Leadership /

In this episode of the LGA Lighthouse podcast, host Tim Yeung interviews Dr. Alex
Auerbach, a performance psychologist who has worked with elite professional athletes and
high-performing individuals. Alex shares powerful insights on how the principles of peak
performance psychology can be applied to family enterprises to foster long-term success.

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When Silence Speaks: Are Family Business Conflicts a Threat or a Source of Strength?

-Articles, Agreements, Conflict, Engagement, Family Business, Leadership, Leadership, Vision /

In a family business, conflict is often perceived as a threat to the family’s very core. When siblings disagree, or when parents and children argue about the business, the stakes go far beyond strategy or finances. The deeper fear is that the relationship itself may crack. The possibility that a disagreement could damage the family creates real, often overwhelming anxiety. It can feel like there’s no safe way forward.

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Breaking the Silence: Leadership of Two Truths

-Articles, Agreements, Conflict, Engagement, Family Business, Leadership, Leadership, Values, Vision /

Sometimes, the most dangerous moments in the life of a family business are actually the quiet ones. The moments where everyone is smiling around the holiday table, but beneath the surface, unspoken tension simmers. We tend to think that silence is a sign of harmony, but when it stems from the fear of raising explosive topics, it is not harmony, it is a ticking clock.

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