The forces shaping family enterprise have never moved faster. Economic shifts, a changing global order, and the rapid rise of AI are redefining what it means to build, lead, and steward a business across generations.
Families Summit of Minds is Family Enterprise Foundation’s signature retreat for the family business community. Set against the inspiring landscape of Banff, this intimate gathering brings together leaders of Canadian family enterprises and their next generation, alongside investors and thought leaders, for three days of candid dialogue about enterprise, legacy, and leadership. Attendance is intentionally limited to protect the trust and openness that make meaningful conversations possible.
Through keynotes, fireside conversations, interactive workshops, and guided “walkshops” through Banff’s trails, participants will explore:
- Socio-economic forces: how economic and societal change is reshaping prosperity, responsibility, and opportunity for enterprising families
- Family business: the lasting strengths and complex dynamics that define family enterprise across generations
- The geopolitical landscape: what a shifting global order means for families stewarding businesses, capital, and influence
- Adaptive resilience, technology and AI: how families can respond to technological transformation with purpose and foresight
Whether you’re leading the business today or preparing to lead it tomorrow, you’ll leave with fresh perspectives, practical ideas, and lasting connections with families who share your challenges and ambitions.
KEYNOTE SPEAKERS
Jason Clemens
Executive Vice President, Fraser Institute
Zita Cobb
Founder & CEO, Shorefast and Shorefast Institute for Place-Based Economies
Chip Conley
Founder & Executive Chairman, MEA
Matthew D. Mitchell
Senior Fellow, Fraser Institute
David R. Smith
Smith Advisory Services Inc.
PLENARY SPEAKERS
Ivan Lansberg
Founding Partner, LGA
Devin deCiantis
Managing Partner, LGA
There are so many more speakers to see. View full speaker bios
REGISTRATION
Single registration: $3,995 + applicable tax
Additional family attendees: $1,995 + applicable tax
Space is limited, and seats are reserved on a first-come, first-served basis. Accommodation can be booked at the Banff Centre through the event room block. Questions? Contact events@familyenterprise.ca.
A retreat for family business leaders and the next generation who want to think boldly about the future of their enterprise.