Network partner, Jelf have reported on their experience as one of the 2019 Family Business Conference sponsors.

A true highlight in the family business calendar and attended by over 100 family businesses, the conference held at The Shepherds in Carlisle featured contributions by acclaimed family business leaders and sector experts, as well as live interviews and interactive sessions.

Matt Hodgson, Regional Development Director at Jelf said, “We are proud to sponsor this event and support the local family businesses in Cumbria.”

“As a community broker, we work with a variety of clients both large and small whom either started as or remain a family business.  It is great to be able to meet, connect and share insights on some of the situations faced by families in business.”

“The conference was a fantastic opportunity to deepen our understanding on some of the unique issues experienced by family businesses and how we can best align our expertise to their needs.”

Matt added, “We look forward to our future involvement with The Family Business Network’

With over 80 per cent of the audience at this years conference comprising family businesses, Jelf and other sponsors felt there was plenty of opportunity to connect and forge friendships.

Jelf Regional Director, Mark Daley added, “We strongly believe that the contribution made by the family business sector should be recognised. The opportunity to share learnings and support others within the community is something that truly resonates with Jelf in Cumbria”.