Typically, the term “family business” connotes mom ‘n pop-type operations with a few employees, slim profit margins and an inherent desire to keep operations simple. Our lead column implores such businesses — of all sizes — to capitalize on traits that can help them enter the global market and claim some of the international pie. A companion piece suggests that even innovative businesses have to earn the public’s trust. The third column notes the importance of including Millennials in discussions about our region’s future.

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Housing affordability is the top concern for metro Atlanta residents, according to a new survey. (Ben Hendren for the AJC)

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