Os impactos da proximidade da morte do fundador na gestão de uma empresa familiar

Abstract

Studies that address the theme related to family businesses are becoming increasingly important because they are companies that have a great influence on the Brazilian economy and contribute to the development of the country. This study aims to deepen the knowledge about the founder's figure and to analyze the impacts caused in the management of a family business after a serious health problem of the founder. The methodological procedures used for this study are characterized as a qualitative and exploratory approach, using bibliographic research and case study as procedures. Donor collection took place through semi-structured interviews with the founding partner of the company Integrada and some involved in the process such as the wife of the founding partner who is in the RH management position, with the successor son who is in the financial management position of the company and with two employees. Analyzing elements such as succession, conflicts and professionalization of a family business before and after the occurrence of the unexpected event. The main results are related to changes in the behavior of the founder, who began to worry about the possibility of carrying out a succession process and also the issue of professionalization, since he decentralized the processes, bringing a qualified manager to help in decision making from the company.