Family Business

I don't expect people to be in the same situation as I am, but nevertheless, I am sure a lot of wise people could guide and give me advice about how I could best position myself. Let me quickly describe what I mean with that.

My grandparents founded a winery a long time ago in Italy, which today has made quite a name for itself (at least in Italy, but also starts to get international traction). I really like the kind of work in that business (development and sales aspect with potential clients), but my parents will probably be the first taking over on a FT basis. In the future, I would like to be implicated and contribute to the development of the winery, but am currently leaning towards a career in IB first. Therefore, I was wondering if there are any paths within IB (sector coverage, regions, specific Banks/Boutiques), that would better prepare myself in terms of knowledge, network and exposure towards the winery industry. 

I am obviously based in Europe, and am flexible to work in different countries within that region (speak 4 EU languages fluently). Really curious to what you all have to say on this situation.

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Do consumer coverage (maybe it'll actually help some, but at the very least it will bring definite credibility for when you're running the ship) if you can swing it. If it's a big European company, maybe look at firms especially strong in the region (i.e. Rothschild), again for credibility/prestige/network for when you hold the reigns. My family isn't in the wine/consumer goods business, but also has some family stuff, and that's the route I'm taking

 

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