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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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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 Mar 18, 2021
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
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Tuesday Apr 6, 2021
Ignite Your Family Business - Live Virtual Meeting his 4/6 session features Mark Swepston, President of Atlas Butler. Atlas Butler has seen much transition in its 100-years and four generations of family business history. Mark will explain the marketing reason why Ramey Manufacturing changed its name to Atlas Butler in 1936. Discover how the business transitioned into and then backed away from the commercial industry. Be inspired by how each generation followed their grandfather’s footsteps of community involvement and his forward thinking vision and risk tolerance for how to evolve the family business to the next level. Are you ready to take your family business to the next level? Join Kelly Borth, CEO and Chief Strategy Officer of GREENCREST as she facilitates this quarterly forum to hear first-hand from fellow family business owners on what they are doing to grow their business. It will help you as a business owner or leader gain the insights you need to ignite your business! ... read more
Categories: CCFB Roundtable
Wednesday Apr 14, 2021
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
Categories: CCFB Roundtable
Thursday Apr 15, 2021
Advisory Boards are an integral part of many successful businesses and organizations because they offer various perspectives, expert advice, and a neutral voice. Join us for a virtual discussion with Suzanne Amstutz (Ohio Power Tool), Tony Durieux (ALNI), and Jon Eesley (Windsor Advisory Group), as we share how family businesses effectively utilize their boards by establishing roles, responsibilities, and proper governance. Tips, strategies, and tactics will be shared for improving engagement, communication, and understanding expectations for you and your board. Sponsored by GREENCREST ... read more
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