The relation between entrepreneurial orientation and the performance of family firms taking into account the moderating role of family involvement and the mediating role of family essence.

The research objective of this project is to examine the variables which influence the performance of family firms. Using data from a written survey as well as financial data from published financial statements different relationships between variables will be studied. The research results will provide additional insights into the heterogeneity within family firms and into the intention to transfer the company to the next generation.

Keywords:FAMILY FIRMS, FAMILY INVOLVEMENT, FAMILY ESSENCE, PERFORMANCE

Disciplines:Applied economics, Business administration and accounting, Management