Social capital forms in the family - firm system. A conceptual framework

This article attempts to design a conceptual framework that encompasses the various forms of social capital in the family – firm system, given the importance of social capital for family business long-term performance. We explore the different forms of social capital, in terms of bonds and bridges of both family and firm units, and we identify factors increasing the potential of developing family and business bonds and factors increasing the potential of building family - business bridges. Propositions are developed and perspectives for future research are discussed.