Since its launch in 1996, the annual IMD Global Family Business Award has recognized and showcased successful, sustainable, and well-governed family-owned enterprises.
To enter, businesses must have reached the third generation of family succession and must have an international presence and a yearly turnover of at least $0.5bn.
Nominations for the 2025 edition are now open until 31 March. Anyone can nominate a family business, and they can also nominate themselves.
José de Mello Group, one of Portugal’s oldest and most successful family-run businesses was selected as the 2024 winner. The award’s jury praised the group for its resilience, adaptability, family and ownership governance.
“We are looking forward to receiving this year’s nominations,” says Peter Vogel, Award Director and Director of the IMD Global Family Business Center. “It is always an enriching experience to connect with outstanding candidates and learn about their inspiring achievements and contributions to this fascinating field.”
The winner will be announced during the 34th edition of the FBN Global Summit in Miami, USA in November.
Previous winners include (in alphabetical order): Ayala, Barilla, Bavaria, Bel, Bonnier, Brown-Forman, Carvajal, Dachser, De Agostini Group, Firmenich, Grundfos, Henkel, Hermès, Jebsen & Jessen, JM Huber, José de Mello Group, Lego, Merck, Murugappa, Pentland Group, Puig, Roca, SC Johnson, Thermax, Votorantim, Yazaki, and Zegna.
About the partners
Since 1999, Swiss watch and jewelry maker Chopard has created the beautiful trophy for the IMD Global Family Business Award.
The Family Business Network (FBN) was founded in 1989 and spans 65 countries, with a community of 4,500 business families. FBN provides the perfect platform to celebrate the worthy award winners.
