Do you advise family businesses?
Differentiate yourself by becoming an FBA Accredited Advisor and build the specialist expertise family enterprises look for.
Family owned businesses account for 70% of all businesses in Australia and 75% in New Zealand. The challenges they face are unique as they manage the intersection of family and business.
As the peak body for the family business sector across Australia and New Zealand, we’re here to help family businesses, and the sector as a whole, continue to grow and thrive. We support families in business through a suite of events, programs, education and resources, all tailored to the nuances of working with family. In line with our vision and mission, our Family Business Advisors play an essential role in guiding, advising and supporting family businesses.
FBA fosters a collaborative community for professionals who advise family businesses. Through tailored education, training and events, we help you build the expertise to support family businesses at every stage, through growth, transition and succession.
A Family Business Accredited Advisor can support family business clients with common issues, including:
- Understanding of family dynamics in the business context
- Family business succession
- Governance of both the family and business
- Communication breakdowns and strategies
- Disputes and mediation
- Family business strategic planning and much more.
Becoming an FBA Family Business Accredited Advisor is a strong way to differentiate your practice, build trust and grow your client base through a genuine understanding of what makes family businesses different. Many family businesses are values-led, with a focus on sustainability and longevity. Advising them can be deeply rewarding because their decisions are often shaped by legacy, purpose and the desire to create long-term impact for future generations.
*You must complete your Advisor Accreditation Program within 24 months of becoming an FBA member
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Advisor Member Benefits
Events and Networking
A full calendar of Advisor and Family Business member-only events to support peer-to-peer learning and making new connections.
Family Business Connections
Tailored connections with family businesses in the FBA community seeking guidance and support with their business, succession, governance and more.
Professional Development and Masterclasses
Complete 6 months of study through FBA and the University of Adelaide’s Family Business Education and Research Group to become accredited, and continue your education through annual Masterclasses.
Advisor Connects and Peer-to-Peer Learning
Join monthly Advisor Connect meetings alongside
like-minded professionals who also advise family businesses. Focused on a key topic each month, learn from subject-matter experts and from your peers.
Family Business Conference: Asia-Pacific
Access discounted rates to the flagship event of the year, with a four-day program of keynotes, sessions, events and networking.
Recognition & Visibility
Strengthen trust and stand out through a profile on FBA's Advisory directory, use of 'Accredited Advisor' badge and our Accredited Advisor of the Year Award.
Showcase your Expertise
Submit articles as part of our ongoing 'Ask the Advisor' series or helpful thought-leadership pieces to be published on FBA's website and shared through email newsletters to FBA family businesses.
Exclusive Member Discounts
Access discounts to FBA events, Family Business Conference: Asia-Pacific and regional Insights Conferences, as well as benefit from discounts to external courses, memberships and events.
Advocacy for the Sector
Have your voice represented with government,
stakeholders and the wider community to support the family business sector.
Insights & Research
Stay across the latest in the Family Business Sector, with research and insights on the issues shaping family enterprise including the biennial Family Business Barometer Report.
Join Now and Enjoy Membership Through
to June 2026
Thinking about joining FBA?
Now’s the perfect time!
How it Works
FBA memberships run on the Australian Financial Year:
1 July – 30 June.
If you join now, we’ll calculate your fee based on how many months you’ll be a member up to 30 June 2026.
Join FBA’s family business community today.
*You must complete your Advisor Accreditation Program within 24 months of becoming an FBA member
By joining the family business accredited advisor network, you can:
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Gain an advantage against your competitors
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Increase your exposure to the family business community
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Connect with fellow advisors at our Advisor Connect events
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Receive entry into member only events at member rates
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Be eligible for the annual awards program
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Take part in the advisor accreditation course, Part 1 & Part 2
Course Fee: $2,000 plus GST
Payment Options
- Payment plans can be organised
- Credit Cards or Invoice
Click here to view the terms and conditions.
Course Fee: $3,000 plus GST
Payment Options
- Payment plans can be organised
- Credit Cards or Invoice
Click here to view the terms and conditions.
FBA Advisor Accreditation Program – Become a Family Business Association Accredited Advisor
Want to use your business expertise and experience in the family business sector? Our partnership with the University of Adelaide’s Family Business Education and Research Group (FBERG) has been designed to give you access to a world class education program. After completing the two courses, you’ll receive an Accredited Advisor status where you’ll be well equipped to assist families in business to harness new opportunities and solve the challenges they face.
*KPMG and Family Business Australia Survey of Family Businesses 2009 (in conjunction with Bond University)
