For some, family businesses mean spending more quality time with their families, financial freedom and so much more while for others it feels like a prison sentence. There are so many pros and cons, positives and negatives and so we wanted to create a space for folks who have experiences with family businesses to discuss the pros and cons.

Nick Clancy

Family businesses are the foundation of any economy. It started with a person who chose to sell something that another person valued enough to want to trade something for it. The item helped the buyer survive or thrive in some way. The person selling the item had a name, and most likely a family of his own. When the demand for whatever he’s selling increases, the need for trusted help also increases. Who can he call on in the here and now? His family members. Read more>>

Jason Peaslee

Family business is amazing. The pride we take in ours is what it is all about. From the immediate family members to the staff and even our vendors, we are all a family. My children have seen how hard work pays off. My wife and mother are proud. Each staff member takes ownership in a small business. When you have that, you are successful. Read more>>

Tonya Aziz

Nailicious Little Divas is a family-run business. My husband operates our bus, my very own little diva is our party assistant and I pamper the little divas with manicures, pedicures and lots of glam fun. This business is our 3rd family-run business. We’ve had our children assist us in each business. I believe having them involved at such a young age has encouraged them to want to become business owners themselves. It has also helped build their confidence, develop a sense of responsibility and has taught them to manage money. Read more>>

 Sarah Marshall

I met my husband working together and when we started a family we wanted to continue working together. Our daughter grew up at the farmers market and events and wanted to start her own business as well. So she now freeze dries organic berries and sometimes candy. Read more>>

Dominic Harris

Austin GellyBall/Austin GellyBall North is 100% a family business. The opportunity was presented by my brother, and his cousin is the creator of GellyBall. With out that family tie who knows if I would have had the opportunity. A lot of work goes into getting ready to do these events, from setup, promoting, prepping and so much more. None of what have been done thus far would have been possible with out my family. My son and I spend the majority of our weekends providing an awesome experience for those who choose our service. Read more>>