The Conway Center for Family Business provides highly relevant, topical and original programming that helps members learn, stay informed and share experiences with their peers. These family-focused educational programs are unique to the Center and cannot be found anywhere else in Central Ohio.
In addition, we offer enjoyable social interactions that allow members to build strong relationships. We believe that some of the most productive experiences are created in less formal, group settings where relationships can be built, ideas shared and new opportunities hatched.
Just some of these activities include our annual Family Business Awards & Expo, Monthly Educational Programs, Networking and Social Events and Peer Groups. Please see our Events Calendar for topics that can provide solutions to your family business challenge.
Events Calendar - CCFB Peer Group
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Tuesday Mar 8, 2022
How to Handle Difficult/Uncomfortable Matters with Confidence
Nobody likes to have that difficult conversation with family members and/or employees but we know they are important and necessary. Join guest facilitator Donna Musilli from DM360 as we discuss best practice strategies for those tough conversations including having the items to think about before going into the conversation, some useful concepts to practice during the conversation: and some conversation opening examples.
This is an interactive session to learn how to better tackle difficult conversations and share what has worked for you or how the group can help!
Generously sponsored by KeyBank
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Women in Family Business
Wednesday Mar 9, 2022
Setting Relationship Boundaries at Work
Facilitator: M.J. Clark, Integrated Leadership Systems
Sometimes the lines are blurred when staff want to get to know you on a more personal level. How can we effectively navigate these relationships, so we put ourselves in a position to continue to keep people accountable as we take future leadership roles?
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Next Generation Leaders
Thursday Mar 10, 2022
If You Don't Prepare Your Family Business for the Unexpected – Who Gets Hurt? - The future is unknowable, but family businesses can work now to prepare for many of the potential challenges and changes ahead. Illness or death, marriage or divorce, business conflicts, financial hardship, pandemics - just a few changes that have the potential to disrupt the status quo.
Join us for this discussion that will include the importance of estate planning, sharing a personal security checklist, and the importance of communication and constructive feedback during unplanned events to adapt to challenges and changes ahead.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Succession Planning
Wednesday Mar 23, 2022
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.
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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.
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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Categories: CCFB Roundtable, CCFB Peer Group, Human Resources
Wednesday Apr 27, 2022
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CEO
Thursday Apr 28, 2022
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.
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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.
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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!)
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Leadership Development 2.0
