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Monthly Meetings & Family Business Roundtables

The Conway Center for Family Business helps family business owners and leaders solve business and family business problems and, when appropriate, with transitioning the family business to the next generation

Monthly educational programs provide valuable information on family business topics presented by family business leaders and experts. Peer Groups give family business leaders the opportunity to discuss key issues with one another in focused groups.

Annually, the Center offers ten educational presentations on family business issues and several Family Business Roundtables that focus on in-depth topics.

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Join us for a Conway Center Program or Event!

RESERVATIONS may be made online or by emailing ADotts@FamilyBusinessCenter.com. Conway Center members are encouraged to bring guests to programs and events to introduce Central Ohio family business leaders to the resources provided by the Conway Center. Family business leaders attending for the first time are free. Educational programs and webinars are open to the public for a small fee unless otherwise noted.  VIEW the Non Member Guest Policy.

Education

Thursday May 9, 2024
The In’s and Out’s of the Ohio Unemployment System We’re bringing the ODJFS experts to the table to discuss the qualifications for unemployment insurance, separations from employment and how to respond to them, an overview of the SIDES System, fraud prevention and to share various resources that may be helpful to attendees/employer representatives. We’ll also give an update on the recruiting landscape. Be sure to bring your questions so you can leave prepared to navigate the Ohio’s unemployment system like a boss! Sharon DeLay, President of GO-HR and Conway member, will lead the discussion and provide her expertise on the challenges that face family businesses. Don't miss this in-person opportunity to dig deep into HR issues, engage with each other, and consult with our experts! Generously sponsored by Morgan Stanley ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable, CCFB Peer Group, Human Resources
Thursday Jun 27, 2024
Are you receiving the financial reporting tools that you need to make informed decisions about your family-owned business? Join Michele Himes and Michelle Lindsey from Kaiser Consulting as they cover several key aspects of a strong financial reporting function and how to recognize potential issues in the reporting process. The types of accountants and how to determine the skill set your team needs will also be covered in this session. This is the first* 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
Categories: CCFB Webinar
Tuesday May 14, 2024
Join us for a live webinar with Ryan Yeoman, a Professional EOS Implementer. This is the second* in a series of three sessions on using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®) tools to improve meetings and accountability at all levels in your family business. In this session, Ryan will cover IDS and how to use this tool in L10 meetings. IDS stands for Identify-Discuss-Solve and is a way to help get to and through the issues that matter most. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Webinar
Wednesday Jun 5, 2024
Value creation is a mindset that helps drive short-term and long-term strategy and growth, creating enhanced profitability and favorable opportunities for all parties involved in the business. Join the team from Schneider Downs as they address: What is value creation and why does it matter? How value creation impacts family businesses Overview of the value creation process Specific steps involved in the value creation process Typical timeline Investment Measures of success ... read more
Categories: CCFB Webinar
Thursday May 16, 2024
How do you fire a family member and still show up at Thanksgiving dinner? What happens when a family member quits the business and with it the relationship? Why are difficult conversations so fraught when it comes to business and family? Our panelists will discuss times when they faced dilemmas in the business that threatened the family harmony and how they dealt with them. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Thursday Jun 20, 2024
Ever wonder what it’s like for those folks whose name is not on the building and who probably will never sit in the CEO seat? Our panelists will discuss how they navigate family dynamics, what they get out of working at the executive level alongside family members, why they stay, and what they get out of helping lead a family firm. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Thursday May 23, 2024
Join us as we discuss best practices and the various ways to transfer/manage assets, including: Succession of family cottages and vacation homes; valuable personal property such as jewelry, art, collectibles, and furniture; Cars/boats; Memberships; Keys; Digital Assets; Pets (including horses), and more! Michael Schoedinger from Schoedinger Funeral & Cremation Services will share with us some of the complexities associated with cemetery plots and the steps that should be taken to avert possible disputes or quarrels between family members or the cemetery. Do you think your kids are allowed to be buried in your family plot? Maybe not ... Finally, the importance of health documents, including POA and health directives will be addressed. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable, Succession Planning

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