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Jan-Philipp Ahrens

Jan-Philipp Ahrens Public Member
Member Since: July 12, 2023
Assistant Professor Business Studies University of Mannheim

Interest: Sustainability  female leadership  AI 

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Authored Resources

Better Let Your Brother Do It: Men Are Still Preferred in CEO Successions

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At 800 German firms, 81% chose sons over daughters in succession decisions -- and the presence of first-born sons also made them exclude outside candidates.

Should Former Leaders Stay Involved in the Family Firm?

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The successor's readiness for the top role, and the firm's age and experience with previous successions, are main factors to consider.

Renewing the Empire: A Family Firm's Succession and Refit Journey

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Next-gen leaders often have a clearer view of how the family business must change. The challenge is to preserve the culture and values while making change happen.