Past eventHeld October 20–21, 2026
Family Business Forum 2026
A networking and learning forum for leaders of family-owned wholesale distribution companies, focused on succession planning, board dynamics, and business continuity.
InterContinental MSP, Minneapolis, MN
- Held
- October 20–21, 2026
- Venue
- InterContinental MSP, Minneapolis, MN
- Attendance
- NAW members only, $80M+ annual revenue
TL;DR
Written before the event took place.
- Family Business Forum 2026 takes place October 20–21 at InterContinental MSP in Minneapolis.
- The event costs $499 and is exclusive to NAW members with $80M+ annual revenue.
- Topics include succession planning, board composition, managing growth, and family-business integration.
- The event brings together leaders and CEOs from family-owned wholesale distribution companies.
About
The NAW Family Business Forum serves family-owned wholesale distribution businesses and their leadership. The event addresses critical challenges including succession planning, board dynamics, managing growth, and adapting to market changes while preserving family values.
Who was in the room
Family Business Leaders & CEOs
Leaders, executives, and CEOs from family-owned wholesale distribution businesses with $80M+ annual revenue.
Venue & travel
Venue
InterContinental MSP, 5005 Glumack Drive, Minneapolis, MNGetting there
A room block is available at the event hotel through September 25th for the group rate.
Questions people ask
7 answeredFamily Business Forum 2026 runs October 20–21.
The event takes place at InterContinental MSP in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Registration costs $499 per attendee.
Attendees are leaders, executives, and CEOs from family-owned wholesale distribution businesses with $80M+ annual revenue.
Family business owners and operators in the wholesale distribution industry participate, including executive leaders and board members.
It is most useful for CEOs and executives of family-owned wholesale distributors, since attendance is limited to NAW members with $80M+ revenue and the program covers succession planning, board composition and balancing family and business interests. Non-family distributors, smaller firms below that revenue level, or suppliers looking for a broad exhibit hall would get less, given the narrow audience and two-day format at a $499 registration.
Executives at distribution industry association meetings usually wear business casual, such as slacks and a collared shirt or blazer, with a suit for any formal dinner. Minneapolis in late October is cool, so a jacket is practical.
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