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Monthly Ed Programs & Family Business Roundtables

The Conway Center for Family Business assists leaders and owners of family businesses in resolving issues related to their businesses and, when appropriate, in passing the family business on to the next generation.

Nine monthly educational programs are offered each year that provide valuable information on family business topics presented by family business leaders and experts.

Several family business Roundtables that focus on in-depth topics are also scheduled as needed and offered throughout the year.

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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 invite guests to programs and events to introduce 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.

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Thursday Mar 19, 2026
Women Leading Businesses: Opportunities and Challenges Leadership looks different for everyone, but for women in business, the path is often shaped by unspoken expectations, complex dynamics, and moments that require both confidence and care. This session creates space for honest conversation about what it really means to lead as a woman today, especially within family-owned and closely held businesses. Through shared experiences and real-world perspectives, we’ll explore how women navigate leadership roles, define success on their own terms, and influence organizations in meaningful ways. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Tuesday Mar 31, 2026
Practical Tools For Managers - End Death by Discussion; Break the Habit of Not Solving Issues Most leadership teams are trapped in a recurring loop: discussing the same frustrations week after week without ever reaching a permanent resolution. When issues aren't solved at the root, they morph into cultural friction, stalled momentum, and ''meeting fatigue'' - challenges that can feel especially personal when family dynamics are involved. This session is designed to break that cycle. We are going deeper than the basics of Identify, Discuss, Solve (IDS) to explore the underlying people processes and cultural habits that keep issues spinning. You will learn how to build a fearless, friction-crushing team that attacks real challenges rather than just managing symptoms. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable, Practical Tools for Managers
Thursday Apr 16, 2026
For family-owned businesses, growth is rarely just a financial decision. Mergers, acquisitions, and partnerships can expand opportunity - but they also bring real challenges around control, culture, and family dynamics. Join us as our panel explores when strategic transactions make sense and when they don't, how to balance opportunity with legacy, and why cultural fit so often determines success or failure. Whether you're considering a deal or simply planning ahead, you'll walk away with practical insight to help your family business grow wisely. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Wednesday May 6, 2026
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Categories: CCFB Roundtable, Practical Tools for Managers
Tuesday May 12, 2026
In family business, leadership isn't one-size-fits-all. Sometimes you need to inspire. Sometimes you need to teach, train, or coach. The challenge is knowing which move the moment requires. In this interactive, peer-driven session, we'll explore the Equipping Model - Inspire, Teach, Train, Coach - through a Conscious Leadership lens of 100% responsibility and curiosity. Bring a real situation you're navigating: a struggling team member, a next-gen development moment, or a stuck family dynamic - we'll work through it together. Leave with clear distinctions between each leadership approach, practical language to apply immediately, and peer insight from women navigating the unique complexity of family business. ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable, Women in Family Business

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