The Affiliated Institute SME Centre of the University of Liechtenstein invites interested parties to the next event in the Solid SME Knowledge series on Wednesday, 12 September 2012, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
This year, the Solid SME Knowledge series of events is looking at the current challenges that small and medium-sized enterprises face in various stages of development. The aim of the quarterly events is to explain the background, suggest specific solutions and actively support businesspeople from the region in their everyday work. The current event will look at the issue of “Succession planning in family businesses”.
Scientific and practical focus on business succession
In the first part, Professor Sascha Kraus, who heads the centre of expertise for family businesses at the University of Liechtenstein’s Institute for Entrepreneurship, will discuss the significance of family businesses in general and look at ways to approach succession planning efficiently. A scientific approach will be used to tie into practical approaches. 
In the second part, Christoph Frommelt, certified architect (HTL) and “Entrepreneur of the Year 2011”, will report on his personal experiences and challenges when taking over the Frommelt carpentry business from his father and show what has become of the traditional carpentry business. The event will offer valuable input and recommendations on an issue that is always topical and will give companies incentives for tackling the issue earlier rather than later so as to guarantee a sustainable transition.
“Entrepreneur of the Year 2011” Christoph Frommelt, Managing Director of Frommelt AG (left), will speak about “Business succession in family businesses” as part of the Solid SME Knowledge series at the University of Liechtenstein on 12 September.
After their presentations, the speakers will be available for questions and discussions. A subsequent drinks reception will give participants the opportunity for personal exchanges and active networking.
Solid SME Knowledge event
Affiliated Institute SME Centre, external department of the University of Liechtenstein
Schaanerstrasse 99, Vaduz (seminar room 11)
Wednesday, 12 September 2012, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Admission fee: CHF 90.00; registration at www.kmu.zentrum.li
Registration deadline: 9 September 2012
The Affiliated Institute SME Centre at the University of Liechtenstein:
centre of expertise for small and medium-sized enterprises in the region
Businesses – in particular small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) – make a substantial contribution to growth and employment in Liechtenstein and the region. Since 2004, the Affiliated Institute SME Centre of the University of Liechtenstein has been a scientific centre of expertise, acting as a point of contact for entrepreneurs. The centre supports small and medium-sized enterprises throughout their development – at stages of foundation, expansion and reorganization. It offers coaching through orientation and initial consultations for specific questions in the field of business economics, SME-specific knowledge in the form of events, continuing education programmes and an extensive information portal.