Education

Did you know that more than 30% of all family-owned businesses make the transition into the second generation? 12% will still be viable into the third generation, with only 3% of all family businesses operating at the fourth-generation level and beyond. Therefore, it is crucial that we focus our efforts on preparing and supporting the next wave of leadership, but how can we empower the next generation to step into leadership roles with the confidence and ability to transform the future of their family business? Facilitated by Kelly Borth (GREENCREST), our panel will feature family business leaders, Chelsea King (King Business Interiors, Inc.) and Steve, Austin, and Patrick Wathen (Equity, LLC). Our panelists will share their experiences from all perspectives - those who have successfully passed leadership on, those who have succeeded as the next generation, and those who are currently taking steps towards leadership as a Next Gen. Our panelists will also speak candidly about what the next generation means to their family business and how to support and prepare Next Gens to make a lasting impact. Sponsored by: GREENCREST ... read more

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

Business Valuation Our guest contributor will discuss why a current business valuation is important for your family business, including: • Valuation strategies that can help you increase your profitability • How a company is valued, and how others outside the business view that value • Why you need to get an updated valuation and why an accurate valuation is important if there is a gift. Generously sponsored by Morgan Stanley ... read more

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Hot off the DOL guidance presses, Sharon DeLay, President of GO-HR will discuss what you need to know regarding the recently passed American Rescue Act including: * COBRA Premium Subsidies - who is eligible, how you as an employer must prepare for compliance and recoup costs of the subsidy * Revised FFCRA paid sick and expanded leave options * New stricter OSHA guidance We will also have consultation from Sara Goldhardt, CPA from our friends at GBQ. Sara is the Director of State and Local Tax Services at GBQ and will provide guidance on to some of the tax-related issues all of this brings with it. Join us for this live virtual meeting* of what you need to know now - questions and feedback are welcome and encouraged. If you can't attend this meeting due to a scheduling conflict, register anyway and we will send you the recording! ... read more

Tuckman's Model - Team Formation & Development The most common challenge for any leader is the ability to effectively manage a team of people. Learn about the natural progression of team formation and how this can help you better achieve your goals. We will discuss and review the state of your teams, what point in the process they are at and how to move them forward. The purpose of this peer group is to share our diverse perspectives on what is important for leaders and hear what others are doing in order to build relationships, gain clarity on key leadership challenges or opportunities and support each other. Facilitator Jonathon McKay with PATH leads these sessions in a very collaborative group that encourages peer-to-peer sharing. Generously sponsored by Park National Bank ... read more

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

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