84岁老爹和儿子“翻脸”：一双鞋引发的家族“内战”

Group 1 - The core issue revolves around a family power struggle within the Chinese shoe company, Dousheng Mingren, initiated by the founder's public disownment of his son and daughter-in-law, highlighting the complexities of family business succession [1][7] - In 2022, a company controlled by the daughter-in-law acquired 56.96% of Dousheng Mingren's shares, effectively transferring control away from the founder, who remains a nominal figurehead [5][6] - The conflict escalated to a "seal dispute," where control over the company seal became a focal point, illustrating the precarious governance structures in many family businesses in China [6][8] Group 2 - The situation reflects a broader issue in family businesses where the transition of control often leads to conflicts, as seen in other cases like Haixiang Pharmaceutical, where similar power struggles resulted in significant losses [5][8] - The founder's drastic decision to sever ties with his son raises questions about the nature of family business inheritance and the potential for generational conflict when values and management philosophies differ [7][8] - The ongoing turmoil serves as a cautionary tale for family businesses, emphasizing the need for clear governance structures and professional management to prevent familial disputes from jeopardizing the business [8][9]