Family businesses are more than commercial enterprises: They are living legacies rooted in shared vision, values, and relationships. Yet their survival depends on mastering ownership structures, evolving governance, and the complexities of family dynamics. True success demands transparency, structured communication, and bold reinvention.
In this session, Walid Chiniara, a seasoned lawyer, mediator, and family enterprise succession expert with nearly 45 years of experience, will share insights on what makes a family enterprise resilient. He has worked with over 175 iconic families globally, providing tailored solutions in governance, conflict resolution, and wealth management. His experience in the GCC and Saudi Arabia makes him the ideal speaker on the complexities of family dynamics.
Walid will discuss the power of structured governance, the need to evolve with emerging challenges, and why family charters matter—not just as governance tools but as frameworks for clarity, unity, and accountability. We will explore the transformation necessary to keep family businesses competitive, cohesive, and ready for an unpredictable world.
Join the GCC BDI Jeddah Chapter and Walid Chiniara as we discuss strategies to sustain legacies, preserve harmony, and embrace the future.
Event Details:
- Date: 16 April 2025
- Time: 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm (KSA) Registration starts at 7pm KSA time
- Location: Jeddah, Joudyan Hotel, Red sea Mall Ballroom A
- Speaker:Walid Chiniara, Founder & Managing Director, Chiniara & Co. (Click on Speaker photo for Bio)
- Facilitators:
- Mohammed Moumena, Chair, GCC BDI Jeddah Chapter
- Nazih Al-Naser, Vice Chair, GCC BDI Jeddah Chapter
