Education

There has been a lot of recent activity recently that impacts how you are operating your workplace. You may be hearing that all of these new rules are being challenged, but now is not the time to be complacent. Sharon DeLay, President of GO-HR, will conduct this live webinar covering what you need to know so you can be prepared. ... read more

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QuickBooks is one of the most common accounting software programs used by small businesses. We will share tips and trips about the software, gleaned from our experienced consultants who provide outsourced accounting services. The session will allow time for Q&A. The topics covered will illustrate how to optimize efficiency, accuracy, and productivity. We will also cover the basic understanding that non-accountant business owners should have in order to navigate QuickBooks to obtain key financial information. This is the second* in a series of four webinars presented by Kaiser Consulting that will address some financial tools and best practices for your family business. ... read more

John and Angela Petro are excited to invite you to the High Line Car House for the Together & Company Family Business Showcase. The Family Business Showcase, open to Central Ohio's family businesses and community leaders, offers an inside view of members organizations and the opportunity to hear from the families who run them. Together & Company, a full-service catering and events company, began in 1997 as Two Caterers and has grown to provide much more than box lunches. Hear the story of how Angela Petro and a friend kicked off their business by giving away coffee and menus at traffic lights - and grew to the complete hospitality company of today, going “all in” with John joining the business just six months before the onset of the Covid pandemic. The Petros brand of vulnerability in storytelling will remind us of the importance of building for the future while allowing ourselves the space to pivot as needed. Guests can expect the full hospitality treatment with hors d’ oeuvres, beer, wine and N/A beverages and tours of the recently renovated High Line Car House, including insights on the historic 1870’s building they call home. ... 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

Join us for a live webinar with Ryan Yeoman, a Professional EOS Implementer. This is the third and final* session on using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®) tools to improve meetings and accountability at all levels in your family business. Ryan will discuss assigning 90-day Rocks and how this is a powerful accountability tool for everyone on your team. ... read more

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

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While audits are typically associated with larger corporations, being audit ready can help a family-owned business demonstrate financial credibility, mitigate risks, and position themselves for growth. There are many triggers for an audit which include investor, lender, and legal requirements. Our team has many years of combined experience in public accounting firms and large public companies. As consultants we have supported internal audit departments of large organizations and have helped organizations of all sizes prepare for their first audit. We know what is required for an efficient audit process. Join us to learn how to employ best practices year-round that will ensure that your organization can relax when the audit team arrives. ... 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

How Unlocking Your Creativity is a Key to Greater Fulfillment - “I’m not that creative!” Have you had this thought before? The truth is we are all creative by nature. Understanding our individual creativity can help us grow in self-awareness, add tremendous value to our business, and lead to a more fulfilling life. We’ll discuss what creativity really is, how it shows up, and how to tap into it for greater growth and satisfaction. *New format! The second half of this session will be dedicated to going over specific coaching scenarios and providing tools for pertinent problems and circumstances that you are currently dealing with. We'll spend time exchanging experiences and knowledge on these issues so that we can all learn from one another. ... read more

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