Every business owner will eventually exit their business but wants to do so on their own terms. Whether it is through the eventual sale or transfer of the business to an outside party, employee, partner, or family member, it is critical to understand the personal and financial ramifications of a succession transition. Isaiah Stidham, Senior Wealth Manager, Business Succession Lead at Budros, Ruhlin & Roe will discuss the many components of exit planning and the importance of planning your exit strategy well before it is time to leave. Join us as we consider life after the business and the personal and financial factors that play into determining a business owner’s readiness. REGISTER now and join us for this live webinar on Tuesday, August 23. You'll have the opportunity to submit questions during the session and view a recording post session. If you can't attend the live session - register anyway and we'll email you the recording. ... read more

How to Engage Non-Family Member Employees An employee of a family-owned business who is a member of the family is tied to the owners in every possible way. Yet, non-family members can provide both skills and perspective that family members may not bring, and thus help grow the business. How does the family business owner align a non-family member employee’s interests to that of the owner? This panel of professionals will discuss how they attract, develop, and retain key non-family member employees. Topics will include the importance of culture, communication, and compensation to align the goals and expectations of the business owners and employees. When successful, the business retains an employee who is as committed to the growth and success of the business as the owners, and the employee feels recognized and compensated for the contributions made to the business. Panelists: Steve Barton - General Manager, Two Men and a Truck Sharon DeLay - President & Owner, GO-HR Holli Houseworth - Office Manager, Cloud Cover Amy Wilcox - COO, Crimson Design Facilitated by Debbie Long of Clark Schaefer Hackett and Greg Daugherty of Porter Wright. Sponsored by GREENCREST ... read more