Events Calendar - CCFB Peer Group - Peer Groups - Conway Center for Family Business

Peer Group Programs

Peer groups provide a confidential environment for idea exchange, family business education, and personal growth.

Peer groups are one of the most powerful and best learning forums offered by the Conway Center for Family Business.

They present an opportunity to learn by seeking advice from peers and professionals who have "been there, done that" and who are willing to share their experiences and knowledge. Each peer group has a shared purpose and agreed upon expectations. In addition, participants commit to respecting the confidentiality of group members.

Peer Groups

CEO

This peer group is for Presidents/CEOs.  Non-competing family business leaders come together monthly in a confidential environment to discuss business, personal or family business related issues. Participants can seek input and advice when discussing executive level business issues.  Accountability, personal support, and feedback from peers are important components of this group.

Facilitator: Jill Hofmans, Executive Director
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: $1500/year
Pre-approval to join? Yes

C-Suite Non-Family Leaders

This peer group is for non-family executives. Non-competing family business leaders come together monthly in a confidential environment to discuss business, personal or family business related issues.  Participant can seek input and advice when discussing executive level business issues and the challenges and opportunities of being a non-family leader in a family run business.

Facilitator: Jill Hofmans, Executive Director
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: $500/year
Pre-approval to join? Yes

EOS Integrator

This peer group is for EOS Integrators or the equivalent on the leadership team. These facilitated sessions will provide group members the opportunity to get and share advice on EOS best practices as well as implementation challenges and other issues they are facing.

Please note, this group is for companies that are already running EOS and limited to one member/company.

Facilitator: Kim Troy, Founder and CEO of Civilis Consulting
Frequency: Quarterly
Fee: FREE for Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? Yes

Leadership Development

This peer group addresses relevant leadership challenges and opportunities while providing the strategies to effectively manage them. This is a very collaborative group open to all that encourages peer-to-peer discussions, provides support to one another while gaining clarity on key leadership challenges.

Facilitator: Jackie Schetter, founder of Lead for Culture
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: FREE for all Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? No, this is a drop-in group, but meeting RSVP is required

Generously sponsored by Park National Bank

Manufacturing/Logistics C-Level Peer Group

This peer group is for C-Level executives in manufacturing or logistics family-owned businesses. The group meets quarterly over breakfast to discuss industry-specific trends and topics, as well as family business issues. The session topics are decided in advance.

Facilitator: Jeff Cope of JACO Advisory Group
Frequency: Quarterly
Fee: FREE for Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? Yes

 

Next Generation Leaders

This peer group is for next generation family business members who are interested in assuming greater leadership roles in their family-owned business. Specific content and group discussion relevant and necessary for growth as a next gen family business leader will be addressed each month. This is a very collaborative group that encourages seeking input and advice when discussing leadership challenges and opportunities of being a next gen.

Facilitator: Mike O'Donnell of Integrated Leadership Systems
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: FREE for Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? No, but this is a drop-in group for family business members only, meeting RSVP is required

Rising CEO

This peer group is for next gens who are imminently next in line or who have recently taken over running the family business. Non-competing family business leaders come together monthly in a confidential environment to discuss business, personal or family business related issues. Participants can seek input and advice when discussing executive level business issues and the challenges and opportunities of being a next gen.

Facilitator: Jill Hofmans, Executive Director
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: $900/year
Pre-approval to join? Yes

Women In Family Business

This peer group is for women - both family and non-family - who own, work for, or play a supporting role in a family business. Topics addressing leadership, self-care, effective communication, and skills for managing conflict resolution will be the focus of these sessions that allow for connection, sharing, inspiration, and support.

Facilitators: Bea Wolper and Kelly Jasin of Emens Wolper Jacobs & Jasin
Frequency: Monthly
Fee: FREE for all Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? No, this is a drop-in group, but meeting RSVP is required

Quarterly Roundtables

Human Resources

These collaborative sessions explore hot topics in Human Resources from a family-owned business perspective.  The content and collective knowledge of the group provides resources and insight to help make good decisions in a changing business environment. These sessions are beneficial to members who manage the HR functions by default and HR professionals with training and experience - but all are welcome.

Facilitator: Sharon DeLay of GO-HR
Frequency: Quarterly
Fee: FREE for all Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? No, this is a drop-in group, but meeting RSVP is required

Generously sponsored by Morgan Stanley

Succession Planning

From inter-family dynamics to strategic planning, these interactive sessions will provide the foundation for transitioning the family business to the next generation. This program is not just for founders/owners - attending together with successors or next gens is very important and beneficial.

Facilitator: Facilitated by Bea Wolper of Emens Wolper Jacobs & Jasin and Meredith Sugar of Taft/ Law
Frequency: Quarterly
Fee: FREE for all Conway Center members
Pre-approval to join? No, this is a drop-in group, but meeting RSVP is required

Generously sponsored by Morgan Stanley

Interested in joining a peer group? Not sure how to get started?

Peer Groups are open to all Conway Center members and their employees. Except for the C-Suite Peer Groups – all peer groups are drop-in, you just need to RSVP and show up!

If you have any questions, visit the Peer Group FAQs or contact Amy Dotts, COO and Events Manager at ADotts@FamilyBusinessCenter.com

Peer Groups Frequently Asked Questions

Peer Groups meet monthly and are small groups, ranging from 6-15. These small, topic-driven facilitated groups provide a confidential environment for idea exchange, family business education, and personal growth. Peer Groups give you an opportunity to learn by seeking advice from professionals and peers who have “been there, done that” and who are willing to share their knowledge and experiences – all while respecting the confidentiality of members in a small group setting.

Roundtables are larger peer groups that do not meet monthly. The peer-to-peer interaction and learning from each other is still an integral part of the sessions, but these are often more didactic in nature.

Session descriptions, dates, times and locations for each specific group can be found by clicking the Learn More button in each description above.  A complete listing of peer group sessions can be found here.  Facilitators keep the unique needs of family businesses in mind while preparing and delivering best practice-based content.

Most Peer Groups are open to all Conway Center members and their employees. Note that each session description will further delineate who may attend.  Click the Learn More button in the group description for further specifications.

Except for the C-Suite Peer Groups – all Peer Groups are drop-in, you just need to RSVP and show up!  Simply RSVP via the register button through the website or send an email to Amy at: adotts@familybusinesscenter.com.

On select Peer Group pages you will see a mailing list form. By joining a Peer Group mailing list, you will receive an email invitation of the topic and location one week prior to each session, along with a link to RSVP.  You do not need to belong to a mailing list to attend, it is just a convenience to alert you to upcoming sessions.

Note that not all Peer Groups have mailing lists as some groups are not open to all. Roundtable and webinar invitations are sent to the entire membership.  If you already receive invitations, please complete the form to continue - we're cleaning up our lists and want to make sure we do not send you emails you do not want.

Yes, except for the C-Suite peer groups and Next Gen Leaders.  Service Providers are welcome to attend the Leadership Development, and Women in Family Business Peer Groups.  Service Providers are also welcome and encouraged to attend the Human Resources and Succession Planning Roundtables.

Webinars and all of our Monthly Educational Programs are also open to Service Provider members.  For full list of programs, visit the Programs page of our website.

The C-Suite Peer Groups, EOS Integrator, and the Manufacturing/Logistics Peer Groups have an additional fee to attend – all others are FREE as part of your Conway Center membership.  This includes all family AND non-family employees!

Most Peer Groups are held on the 2nd floor of the Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, 1215 Sunbury Rd, Columbus, OH 43219.  There is free parking in the lot but you must display a PARKING PASS.  Session descriptions, dates, times and locations are found here.

Sure!  We ask you to register so we can have a name tent for you and make appropriate arrangements based on group size.  If you forget, please come anyway!

Please just send Amy an email at adotts@familybusinesscenter.com if you know in advance that you are unable to attend.

No, only Conway Center members are eligible to participate in Peer Groups. 

If you are interested in Conway Center membership, you are welcome to attend a monthly educational program as our guest.  Please contact Amy at adotts@familybusinesscenter.com for more information.

Feel free to reach out anytime to Amy Dotts, COO and Events Manager at adotts@familybusinesscenter.com or 614-847-0160.

I still have questions. How can I get more information about Peer Groups and Roundtables?

Contact Amy Dotts, COO and Events Manager at adotts@familybusinesscenter.com or 614-847-0160

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Learn more about membership and APPLY TODAY to access Peer Groups and other Conway Center offerings!

Events Calendar - CCFB Peer Group

Wednesday Mar 23, 2022
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Thursday Mar 24, 2022
The Conway Strong CEO Peer Group is for Presidents and CEOs of family-owned businesses. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CEO
Tuesday Apr 5, 2022
For non-family C-suite leaders working in a family business. Peer-to-peer driven, sessions focus on objective and thoughtful insight and advice from those in similar situations. Additional fee to attend. Pre-approval to join and RSVP required. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, C-Suite Non-Family Leaders
Thursday Apr 7, 2022
The Rising CEO Peer Group is for next gens who will be taking a greater leadership position in their family business. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Tuesday Apr 12, 2022
Cybersecurity and your Family Business - Cybercrime is at an all-time high and it is more important now than ever to get ahead of possible risks before they develop. Join us as our guest industry experts discuss the latest in fraud threats and best practices of how to protect yourself at home and in the office. Learn about the current threat landscape, new emerging trends and practical tips to protect yourself and your family business from cybercriminals. Guest expert speakers are Stephanie Breen, Intelligence Analyst, FBI Cleveland; Tammy Gedetsis, Senior Information Security Manager - KeyBank Generously sponsored by KeyBank ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Women in Family Business
Wednesday Apr 13, 2022
Navigating Family Relationships with Authenticity and Assertiveness Facilitator: M.J. Clark, Integrated Leadership Systems Join us in person at Ohio Dominican University as we discuss how to effectively listen and communicate to maintain your involvement in the business regardless of what level you currently occupy in the company. How do you build trust and respect among your family members? *Next Gen Leaders working in a family business only please - no Service Providers. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Next Generation Leaders
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Should you gift your family business to the next generation or should the next generation be asked to buy the family business? In this session we will address the issues around gifting vs. selling including: When you should start the discussion to minimize disruption around your family relationships and your family business. Ways to transfer your business to your son or daughter so you incur the least amount debt and tax liability possible. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Succession Planning
Thursday Apr 14, 2022
Leadership is complex; and especially for family businesses. This Leadership 2.0 group allows you to find your safe place for monthly support, peer mentoring and group coaching to discover how to lead well in ambiguity. By invitation only. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Leadership Development 2.0
Tuesday Apr 26, 2022
Unplugging, Unwinding, and Establishing Boundaries in the Workplace - The shift in how we work is continuing with a model likely landing squarely in the hybrid model. What does this mean for employers and employees when it comes to communication across the hours and the various platforms? By member request, we will talk about the importance of creating a culture with boundaries around when and how to communicate, while still ensuring we get work done. Meeting this lofty goal includes understanding how to discuss and set boundaries, exploring the technology and traditional strategies available, and thinking about all of this in relation to employment law and attracting and retaining todays workforce. During this in-person program, Sharon DeLay, President of GO-HR will lead the discussion and provide her expertise of the challenges that face family businesses. Dont miss this in-person opportunity to dig deep into HR issues, engage with each other and consult with Sharon! ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable, CCFB Peer Group, Human Resources
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
The Conway Strong CEO Peer Group is for Presidents and CEOs of family-owned businesses. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CEO
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CCFB Networking & Social Events, CEO
Tuesday May 3, 2022
For non-family C-suite leaders working in a family business. Peer-to-peer driven, sessions focus on objective and thoughtful insight and advice from those in similar situations. Additional fee to attend. Pre-approval to join and RSVP required. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, C-Suite Non-Family Leaders
Thursday May 5, 2022
The Rising CEO Peer Group is for next gens who will be taking a greater leadership position in their family business. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Thursday May 5, 2022
Join us for Happy Hour - Cinco de Mayo style! Amy will bring the chips and salsa (there will be food trucks if you need something more substantial!) ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Leadership Development 2.0
Tuesday May 10, 2022
Spring Cleaning for your Family Business Ahh spring, a time that many of us think of as renewal, cleaning, and decluttering. Family business leaders can take advantage of this wonderful time of year to get organized, make improvement, and give your company a nice breath of fresh air. Join us for a discussion on how best to spring clean your business including but not limited to: getting your minutes in order, compensation and policy review, website audit, inbox/office declutter, and more! Generously sponsored by KeyBank ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Women in Family Business
Wednesday May 11, 2022
Working with Challenging Family Members Facilitator: M.J. Clark, Integrated Leadership Systems There is usually one family member who just doesn’t seem to align with the goals and aspirations of the others, and yet they want to be involved in the company. They may be truly dysfunctional (have an addiction or psychological challenges, for example). However, they may simply have different passions that can be utilized in creative ways to benefit the business. How do we help family members be successful in the business by capitalizing on their unique gifts or inspire them to pursue their passions elsewhere, where they may be much more fulfilled? ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Next Generation Leaders
Thursday May 12, 2022
Best & Worst Legal Practices of Family Business - There are many legal requirements you must meet to better ensure the success and growth of your family business. Failure to follow the correct processes can derail any progress you do make and result in serious repercussions in the future. Join us as we discuss some of the best and worst legal practices of family business. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Succession Planning

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