International Questions

Teaching at the University Centre in Grimsby brings with it some unexpected but welcome surprises.  I was honoured this last week to be asked by a Lebanese student about my view of his family's considerations concerning a change of name for their family company.  The company had previously been founded in his grandfather's name.  Later "and Sons" had been added to indicate the involvement of the next generation.  The situation now is that the company is beginning to trade globally, including seeking markets in the UK, and they are anxious to present a professional image to potential customers.  Hence his question to me.  Not only that, though, but both his brother AND sisters are involved in the company and they want to convey that to the world.  Could "& Sons" be changed to "& Generations"? Or "& Family"?

Fascinating question and one which suggests Lebanon (or at least this family) may be way ahead of other countries in its inclusiveness!

The photo is totally unrelated but shows our newly installed solar panels!