Family Business Forum Gozo 2025
Unlocking Growth: How Registered Family Businesses in Gozo Succeed
Succession, Support, and Sustainability with the Family Business Office
Thursday, 27 November 2025 | 13:00 – 17:00
Gozo Innovation Hub, Xewkija
Shaping the Future of Gozo’s Family Businesses
Running a family business in Gozo comes with great pride, and unique challenges. The Family Business Forum Gozo is your chance to explore how local enterprises are building on tradition to achieve long-term, sustainable growth.
Hosted by the Family Business Office, this SME month event brings together Gozo’s most enterprising business families, successors, and advisors to share real experiences, practical tools, and insights into better planning and governance.
Why Attend
✅ Learn from success. Hear how Gozitan family businesses are growing through strong leadership and smart planning.
✅ Access support. Discover Family Business Office incentives that can help your business move forward.
✅ Build connections. Meet other business owners, advisors, and future successors shaping Gozo’s economy.
✅ Get expert advice. Join one-to-one sessions on registration, succession, and governance.
What to Expect
• Opening by national and regional representatives
• Two expert-led panels on growth, governance, and succession
• Interactive Q&A with Family Business Office representatives
• Networking opportunities over light refreshments
• Optional advisory sessions for direct business support
Who Should Attend
If you own, advise, or plan to inherit a family business in Gozo, this event is designed for you. Whether you’re improving your structure, preparing for succession, or exploring new opportunities, you’ll leave with practical insights and valuable new connections.
Secure Your Place
Attendance is free, but spaces are limited.
Don’t miss this opportunity to gain practical knowledge and guidance to grow your family business with confidence.
Hosted by:
Family Business Office
Ministry for the Economy, Enterprise and Strategic Projects
In collaboration with:
Gozo Business Chamber
Malta Enterprise
Invest Gozo
Malta Chamber of Commerce
Family Business Forum Gozo 2025 | Agenda
Date: 27 November 2025 | Time: 13:00 – 17:00 | Location: Gozo Innovation Hub
Join the Family Business Forum Gozo and discover how local family businesses can access business incentives, financial support, and advisory services to strengthen growth, succession, and long-term sustainability. This forum is designed for Gozo-based family business owners, entrepreneurs, and business professionals looking to thrive across generations.
13:00 – 13:30 | Arrival & Coffee
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Registration desk open
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Networking over refreshments including coffee, tea, juice, and light snacks
13:30 – 14:00 | Opening Remarks
- Introduction by Dr Joseph Gerada, Regulator, Family Business Office
14:00 – 14:45 | Panel 1: The Family Business Advantage – Incentives that Drive Growth
Moderator: Keith Demicoli
Focus: How registered family businesses in Gozo are leveraging Family Business Office incentives and support to achieve sustainable business growth and stability.
Panelists:
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Dr Joseph Gerada, Regulator, Family Business Office
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Daniel Borg, CEO, Gozo Business Chamber
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John Magro, Family Business Owner
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Representative, Malta Enterprise
Key Takeaways:
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How to access business funds, tax incentives, and advisory support
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Strategies for maintaining business health and long-term resilience
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Real-life success stories from Gozo-based family businesses
14:45 – 15:00 | Coffee Break
Network with peers and FBO representatives while enjoying light refreshments
15:15 – 16:00 | Panel 2: Structuring for Success – Governance and Growth Across Generations
Moderator: Keith Demicoli
Focus: How strong governance, transparent decision-making, and structured succession planning drive family business resilience, continuity, and profitability.
Panelists:
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Dr Joseph Gerada, Regulator, Family Business Office
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Silvan Mifsud, Vice President, Malta Chamber of Commerce & Chairperson, Family Business Committee
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Michael Galea, President, Gozo Business Chamber & Family Business Owner
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Abraham Said, Family Business Owner
Key Takeaways:
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Governance strategies for family businesses
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Tools for succession planning and business mediation
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Insights into leveraging FBO support for sustainable growth
16:00 – 16:15 | Audience Q&A
An open discussion with panelists and Family Business Office experts on topics including incentives, succession, governance, and advisory services
16:15 – 17:00 | Networking & 1-to-1 Advisory Sessions
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Connect with FBO representatives, panelists, and business peers over light catering and prosecco
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1-to-1 Advisory Sessions: Private consultations with Family Business Office experts
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Pre-book your advisory slot now to discuss registration, succession planning, governance, and incentives
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Walk-ins also welcome, subject to availability
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Why Attend:
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Learn how Gozo family businesses can access funding, advisory services, and incentives
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Understand strategies for business growth, continuity, and succession planning
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Network with like-minded business owners and professionals in a supportive environment
Secure your advisory session today. Email info.familybusiness@gov.mt to pre-book your 1-to-1 consultation with a Family Business Office expert.
