Events Calendar

The Rising CEO Peer Group is for next gens who will be taking a greater leadership position in their family business. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... 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 to Set Priorities When Everything Seems Important - Managing all the tasks as a woman in a family business can be particularly challenging and result in feelings of being overworked or uninspired. Come learn from one another and exchange ideas. We'll talk about how to identify and set priorities, stay focused, and stop the pattern of procrastination to help you start the new year off right. We'll discuss how to refocus your attention on what matters most, which can help you save time and feel better overall by providing you with a methodical way to make decisions. ... read more

Leadership as an Emotional Process - Leading within a family business presents many unique challenges, especially in a world that is in a constant state of change. How can we learn to lead most effectively while maintaining relationships and connections with the people in our family and business? We will discuss what makes a leader most effective and the role of our emotions in leadership. Note that these sessions are only for family members only who work in a family business. ... read more

Take a deep dive into the into the challenges faced by non-family executives and the strategies employed to overcome them. The scenarios explored will give participants a platform to share findings, collaborate, and deepen their understanding of the intricacies of blending family and non-family executives in leadership roles. ... read more

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Goal Setting - Let’s start the year off with a healthy look at goal-setting. We will review different types of goals and the best situational application of each. We will continue to explore how motivation (intrinsic and external rewards) play into savvy goal setting. And we will share some exercises to help in SMART goal setting. ... read more

One year after selling, 75% of business owners express regrets for their decision. Many are not prepared for the shift in their identity and purpose and face challenges adjusting to life after the sale. Acknowledging the practical and emotional aspects of business transition can better prepare owners for what comes next. Join Laurie Barkman, author of “The Business Transition Handbook,” as she discusses strategies to help you transition your business on your own terms without regrets. She will address: Why many owners express regrets after selling Benefits of a transition mindset How to avoid succession pitfalls Steps to increase your personal exit readiness Target audience: Family business owners Next Gen family business leaders ... 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

Sometimes next gens feel ''trapped'' in their family business. How does this happen? What are their options? Our panelists will answer these questions and more during this deep dive into one of the perils of working in a family-owned businesses. ... read more

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The CEO Peer Group of Rising and New Leaders of family-owned businesses. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... read more

The Rising CEO Peer Group is for next gens who will be taking a greater leadership position in their family business. The group is by invitation only and there is an additional annual fee to attend. ... 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. Ryan will present a series of webinars on using EOS (Entrepreneurial Operating System®) tools to improve meetings and accountability at all levels in your family business. This is the first in a series of three sessions on using EOS tools to improve meetings and accountability at all levels in your family business. In this session, he will go through the Level 10 (L10) meetings: how to structure them, what to include, why they are important, and more! ... read more

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Juggling Responsibilities - Do you stick to your priorities and feel productive, or do small, everyday emergencies control how you spend your days at work? Join us for a discussion on how to become more productive, reduce time waste, and efficiently manage your multiple responsibilities so you can reclaim your time and improve your overall well-being. ... read more

How Self-Awareness Impacts the Family Business - Working with people who’ve known you forever can create some roles and norms that may be outdated. We’ll define self-awareness, discuss why it matters, and explore how it can help your business grow. ... read more

Join us for a candid discussion with Todd Wilson, President of Accelerated Laboratory Logistics. Learn the remarkable story of this 103-year-old company that has evolved from moving household goods to relocating laboratories throughout the United States, weathering the storms of both the Great Depression and Covid. Now in its 3rd generation of leadership, Todd will share the history, values, succession journey, and hopes for the future. He'll also discuss their plans to open the Columbus Museum of African American History and Culture for the many artifacts they have on display. ... read more

Alex Canters love of his family business and desire for change led to creating Ordermark where he raised $100+M and changed the restaurant industry. Alex Canter loves Canter?s Deli ? the legendary Jewish Deli in Los Angeles that hosted dignitaries including Mick Jagger, Haim, and Guns & Roses. Known as ?Mini Patrón,? or ?El Patrón? which is little boss, Alex started waiting tables at age 13. After college, he returned to Canter?s and introduced POS and other innovations that didn?t always go well with the family members and employees. In 2015, Canter?s delivery business started to boom as they signed up for GrubHub, DoorDash, UberEATS, Postmates, delivery.com and more. Each company had its own proprietary software so there were nine separate tablets handling to-go orders in the kitchen. From this chaos, a new company was formed. Alex shares stories ranging from being a family-owned restaurant open 24/7 for the past 50-years to receiving a check for $100+M in venture meeting that lasted 25-minutes. During Family Business Entrepreneur?s Dream webinar, Alex will discuss everything from growing up in the family business to raising initial capital for the business. Afterwards, there will be a short Q&A session. ... read more