This study explores the downsizing propensity of family and non-family firms by considering their territorial embeddedness during both periods of economic stability and financial crisis. By drawing on a panel dataset of Spanish manufacturing firms for the period 2002-2015, we show that, all...

Introduction -- Defining and Understanding the Family Firm -- The Spatial Dimension of Firm’s Economic Activity -- Firms in Territories: the Local Roots of Family Firms -- Family Firms, Corporate Social Responsibility and Place-Based Enterprises -- Unveiling the Origins of Local Roots: A Case...

Purpose: This study investigates the relationship between family-managed firms and firm employment growth by considering the effects of location and economic crisis as moderating variables. Design/methodology/approach: The study uses random-effect models on a large panel dataset of Spanish...

Purpose: A burgeoning body of evidence points out the importance of spatial proximity in influencing firm efficiency besides internal characteristics. Nevertheless, the family status of the firm has been traditionally overlooked in that debate. Therefore, this study aims to investigate...