Family Business Center
Education for Your Business Family
We are a vibrant learning community of business families, students, researchers and advisors and a trusted source of research, education and outreach. Committed to multi-generational success in business and families, we offer:
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Family Business Breakfast Series – timely and educational networking breakfasts
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Ownership Academy courses such as Financial Basics, Family Business
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Governance and Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Family Business
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Family business concentration for students through the Opus College of Business
Our offerings provide practical tools that are based on credible research and address the whole individual, family and business.
We have been educating business families for more than 20 years. As one of the first university based centers, we have a unique understanding of the need for:
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practical tools to help you make important decisions today
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a community of support that understands your needs
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connections to other members of the family business community
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a trusted and safe environment to explore challenging family issues
Contact Us
Ritch Sorenson, Ph.D.
Academic Director
(651) 962-4252
rlsorenson@stthomas.edu
Sara McGinley
Director
(651) 962-4255
sara.mcginley@stthomas.edu
Office Location
Family Business Center
Schulze Hall, Suite 435
1000 LaSalle Avenue
Minneapolis, MN 55403-2005
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Upcoming Events
Ownership Academy: Family Business Governance
Friday, September 13, 10:00 AM
Ownership Academy: Entrepreneurship & Innovation in Family Business
Friday, February 14, 10:00 AM
Bachelor of Arts in Family Business
The UST MBA elective track, along with our professional development programs, uniquely positions students to enhance their cross-sector critical skills and broaden their career options. Learn more »
