Family businesses across Northern Ireland are invited to help mark the 10th anniversary of the Family Business Forum on Friday 17th October 2025, at W5, Belfast (9am–2pm)
Hosted by HM Chartered Accountants and Ulster University, for a decade this has been Northern Ireland’s only dedicated forum for family-owned businesses—offering honest conversations, practical advice, and lasting connections. From succession and governance to innovation and shared values, the Forum has championed the unique journey of family enterprises.
2025 Anniversary Speakers
- Christian Majgaard – Former Head of Global Brand & Business Development, LEGO: insights on innovation, leadership, and building enduring brands.
- Vicki O’Toole – Former Managing Director, entrepreneur, and columnist: on sustainability, diversity, and turning challenges into opportunities.
- Mark Hutchinson – CEO, Hutchinson Engineering: on embracing technology, new markets, and building a people-first culture.
- Stephen McCormack, Managing Director of McCormack Family Farms, Ireland’s leading producer of baby leaf salads, herbs, microgreens, and edible flowers.
Spaces are limited bookhere to join the celebration: (NI Family Business Forum)

