Meet Octavian Pilati
an expert in business family dynamics, known for his fresh and insightful approach to keeping family businesses thriving and family bonds strong across generations.
Foto: Marek Mucha für Forbes
Growing up in Austria in an aristocratic family with a legacy spanning over a millennium, Octavian gained a deep understanding of the unique challenges family businesses face.
After attending boarding school in England, he initially pursued a career in mechanical engineering. However, in 2014, a severe fraud crisis struck his family’s historic tourism and forestry business, pulling him back into the world of family business. His active involvement in managing this crisis profoundly shaped his perspective.
Today, Octavian is a sought-after speaker at family business conferences, including those hosted by Prestel & Partner and Campden Wealth. He shares insights on his blog, octavianpilati.com, and contributes to courses at Harvard Business School, where his family’s business crisis is studied as a real-world case.
Octavian’s work reflects a dedication to supporting business families worldwide.
An International Speaker with the natural ability to connect
As an engaging speaker, Octavian shares his expertise through keynote speeches, interviews, panel discussions, and workshops.
