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Culture and Change - Making the Handover Stick

When leadership passes from one generation to the next, the emotional and cultural layers of the organisation are inevitably...

Succession Planning: The Nestlé Case Study

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.IntroductionIn September 2025, Nestlé confronted ...

Legal and Tax Implications of Transferring Ownership

Ownership is the backbone of any family business. While leadership succession often takes centre stage, the way shares are t...

Succession Planning: The Gucci Case Study

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.IntroductionThe global luxury industry is highly ...

Family, Feuds & Future Leaders

Have you watched Succession, the HBO drama about a family-owned business? If you have ever been involved in running a family...

Why Background Screening of C-Suite Candidates is Non-Negotiable

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.In an era where trust, transparency, and integrit...

Succession Planning: The Murdoch Case Study

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.IntroductionSuccession planning is a cornerstone ...

Corporate Governance – Who’s Really Steering the Helm?

As family businesses grow and evolve, leadership transitions become critical moments in their journey. Part 1 - The Family Bu...

Succession Planning: The Swarovski Case Study

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.IntroductionSuccession planning is often describe...

The Family Business Journey

Malta is a unique Mediterranean island nation, distinguished by its own language, a strong entrepreneurial culture, and its pr...

Succession Planning: The Giorgio Armani Case Study

This article originally appeared in LinkedIn Pulse, authored by Louise Vella.IntroductionGiorgio Armani passed away this week ...

Malta Labour Migration Policy Update: Key Changes for 2025

Malta is set to introduce comprehensive updates to its labour migration framework, with major reforms taking effect in two s...

Creating an Inclusive Leadership Culture: Strategies for C-Suites

The ability to foster an inclusive leadership culture is not just a competitive advantage; it’s a necessity. Organisations t...

AI is Here—Is Your Board Ready?

An article structured as a Q&A with our Managing Partner, Louise Vella.Q1: In what ways can a board of directors’ guide an...

How Will The EU Pay Transparency Directive Change Employment Practices In Malta

The landscape of employment law in Malta and across the EU is poised for significant changes. The new EU Pay Transparency Di...

The Employment Contract in Malta

Malta has enacted the EU Directive concerning transparent and predictable working conditions, which aims to standardise the ...

The Power of Taking Time Off

The concept of time off or annual leave often takes a backseat to the relentless pursuit of productivity. However, taking ful...

The Essence of a Leader

Many times, when we think about leaders, we envision individuals with prominent titles and spacious offices. However, not ev...

MFSA Guidelines for MLROs in the Financial Services Industry

On March 14, 2024, the Malta Financial Services Authority (MFSA) issued the “Guidance for Money Laundering Reporting Officer...

Soft Skills Required in the Age of AI

Executive search can greatly benefit from the current surge in artificial intelligence, particularly with the generative AI ...