Women in Family Business

New Perspectives, Contexts and Roles

Edited by Mary Barrett, Professor of Management, School of Business, Faculty of Business and Law, University of Wollongong, Australia, Jolien Huybrechts, Associate Professor in Family Business and Entrepreneurship, Department of Organization, Strategy and Entrepreneurship; School of Business and Economics, Maastricht University, the Netherlands and Jean S.K. Lee, Michelin Chair Professor in Leadership and Human Resources Management; Professor of Management, Associate Dean (Research); and Co-Director, CEIBS Centre for Family Heritage, Shanghai, China

This forward-thinking book provides an invaluable contribution to the burgeoning field of research on women in family business. Combining academic rigour with first-hand narrative accounts, Women in Family Business explores classic family business concerns while considering how gender, feminism and cultural differences play a part in these organisations.

‘This insightful book sheds light on the evolving roles of women in family businesses across countries and cultures. The international perspectives from some of the leading researchers in the field highlight progress, while illuminating opportunities to improve current knowledge and organizational practices. An important read for scholars and practitioners alike.’
– Torsten Pieper, University of North Carolina at Charlotte, US

‘This book is an important contribution to gender studies. It provides an excellent overview of the prevailing variance in gender equality around the world. Comprehensive reviews complement research using big data sets and carefully designed case studies to present a vivid picture of the rapidly shifting gender dynamics in our professional world. A must-read for business leaders eager to build strong diverse teams and for policy makers and educators passionate about pursuing the United Nations gender equality goals.’
– Pramodita Sharma, University of Vermont, US