The case describes the story of three generations of a business family, who owned and managed a beautiful resort. The family story includes traumatic events like: early deaths; suicide; and remarriages and the lack of communication on succession issues. Succession took place in abrupt ways, through death of owner-managers, or threat to sell by their widows.

The case describes the dilemma faced by a young MBA participant, Niraj, regarding the decision to join his family’s business in India. Niraj already spent a few years abroad, and feels some pressure to join the business, while uncertain of his wishes. The case also describes foundation and evolution of business and family relationships.

The Wendel and CGIP cases tell the story of a business family, the Wendel, over a period of nearly three centuries. The Wendel case (A) describes how the company, founded in 1704, developed over 270 years under the stewardship of the Wendel family, as a major player in the iron and steel industry. It also shows how it overcame a revolution, three wars, and several technical challenges.

The Wendel and CGIP cases tell the story of a business family, the Wendel, over a period of nearly three centuries.