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Friday Mar 10, 2023
Friday Mar 10, 2023
Sales Connection Breakfast Series with Patrick Ritchie
Grab a fresh cup of coffee and a light breakfast at the Chamber for the Sales Connection Breakfast Series as we bring sales professionals together from all over central Ohio. Join us for a new format for 2023 with a presentation and then a Q & A session.
This month?s speaker is Patrick Ritchie, Senior Director of Sales at the Gordon Flesch Company (GFC), the largest Midwestern independent provider of office technology solutions with a 66-year history as a family business. Patrick leads GFC?s East Region which includes Ohio, Indiana and Illinois as well as GFC?s Print Solutions business.
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Categories: Member-Sponsored Event
Tuesday Mar 14, 2023
Buy-sell agreements are critical documents that help facilitate the successful transfer of ownership in a family business; however, the valuation-related language in buy-sell agreements is often the source of confusion, dispute, and unfair outcomes.
Join us as we present several case studies involving the valuation elements of buy-sell agreements, dissecting the problems to avoid and the essential elements to include in the drafting and administration of your buy-sell agreements. Key takeaways will include:
- The importance of the valuation language and process contained within buy-sell agreements;
- The problems with formula-based buy-sell agreements;
- Critical valuation elements that should be addressed in agreements;
- Potential areas for concern with certain valuation language common in agreements;
- Best practices and recommendations for a successful buy-sell agreement.
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Categories: CCFB Webinar
Thursday Mar 16, 2023
According to research done by Forbes, “a family-owned business engenders a strong sense of trust in consumers...family-owned businesses seem more stable, more customer-friendly, more approachable, and more trustworthy.” Our panelists put their family business pride front-and-center and use it not only as a marketing tool, but as a way to attract and retain employees. Indeed, we often hear them say, “we treat our employees like family” – they mean it and it shows.
Generously sponsored by GREENCREST
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Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Tuesday Mar 21, 2023
How well are you able to adjust your communication style specific to those you lead? Communication in family business is critical, especially for women leaders, so if you are often asking yourself why can't everyone be like me?or why is this so difficult?- then you may need some work in this area!
Join us as we explore how to determine your communication style, and the importance of recognizing and adapting the ways you come across to others based on their unique learning style and situation.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Women in Family Business
Wednesday Mar 22, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
Let’s address total compensation and discuss ways to weave in creative leave strategies as a benefit to attract and retain employees.
The term ''leave'' covers any paid or unpaid time off you may want to offer your employees. We’ll discuss various leave options available to Ohio employees and have candid conversations on their impact to your business.
We’ll also discuss what you should put in writing regarding leaves to reserve your rights as an employer and set up employee expectations. This discussion will also include the good, bad, and ugly about “unlimited” leaves!
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Categories: CCFB Roundtable, CCFB Peer Group, Human Resources
Thursday Mar 23, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CEO
Thursday Mar 30, 2023
Succession Planning 101: Where to Begin?
If you know you need a plan but don’t know where to start, join us at the next quarterly Succession Planning Roundtable where we will discuss the basics:
What kind of owner are you? Operating? Captive? Burdened? Benevolent Dictator? There are several types of owners and identifying which you – and other stock-owning family members - is a great place to start.
What are your criteria for next gens to join the business? When, along with compensation and expectations – all important considerations. We’ll cover best practices on this sometimes-controversial topic!
Buy-Sell Agreements: Who needs them and the important reasons behind them.
Seven Keys to Family Business Succession: It’s more than signing over ownership! We’ll tackle the succession of ownership, management, leadership, authority, relationships, and values & respect.
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Categories: CCFB Roundtable, CCFB Peer Group, Succession Planning
Friday Mar 31, 2023
We are hosting a breakfast for new, returning, or any other family business or service provider members interested in learning more about getting the most out of your Conway Center membership!
This event will give everyone an opportunity to network with other family business leaders, and to learn more about the history of the Conway Center, its offerings and member benefits.
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Categories: CCFB Networking & Social Events
Tuesday Apr 4, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, C-Suite Non-Family Leaders
Thursday Apr 6, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Tuesday Apr 11, 2023
Exploring Generational Differences in Family Business - Integrating multiple generations into day-to-day operations of family business as each generation carries different goals and motivations can be difficult, especially for women. Senior leaders have institutional knowledge and experience, while those younger coming into the business bring energy, fresh ideas, and technology experience. We’ll gain new perspectives and share strategies of how to navigate these generational differences.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Women in Family Business
Wednesday Apr 12, 2023
How do you navigate tricky conversations and still build trust and respect among your family members and staff? We’ll discuss how to effectively de-escalate conversations that are going sideways and communicate professionally to ensure peace and understanding in the business.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Next Generation Leaders
Friday Apr 14, 2023
Join us for the April Sales Connection Breakfast as we welcome Andy Wasserstrom, Partner and VP of Sales & Marketing at Advance Sign Group. Andy will share his insights on sales and marketing as he presents Growing an Entrepreneurial-sized Business Profitably to National Scale.
Andy will share how he built a documented system from the ground up for their sales division to ensure predictable future growth for ASG which includes penetrating some of the worlds largest companies to earn their business.
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Categories: Member-Sponsored Event
Tuesday Apr 18, 2023
Leadership ? What?s Changed and Why It Matters -
It would not be a leadership discussion without discussing the massive change we have experienced recently. In order to be effective leaders, we must understand the factors and trends that impact the people we lead in order to best serve their needs and the needs of the business. We will look at data and trends and hear from our fellow professionals the challenges that we all face and why leadership can help us solve them.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Leadership Development
Wednesday Apr 19, 2023
Join Taft Columbus' annual Employment and Labor Seminar where we'll discuss the latest employment and labor law developments including:
NLRB Changes Your Settlement Agreements ? and Other Things You Need to Know About Those Agreements
The Bermuda Triangle of Employee Leaves
Artificial Intelligence (AI) ? It Is Here to Stay. Now What?!
Pregnancy, Related Conditions, and Reasonable Accommodation
OSHA: What Happened in 2022 and What To Expect in 2023
Can an Employer Effect DEI Initiatives Without Discriminating?
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Categories: Member-Sponsored Event
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Prioritizing Mental Health: Coping with the Pressures of Family Dynamics - Running a business is hard. Adding family dynamics to the mix makes it that much more challenging ? and rewarding. Our panelists will discuss ways in which they help themselves and their employees cope with the added pressures of mixing family and business. From EAPs to mental-health days, panelists will share best practices on creating a culture that prioritizes the well-being of all members of a family-owned business.
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Categories: CCFB Educational Program
Thursday Apr 20, 2023
Eclipse Exhibits presents 60 Tradeshow Tips:
Join us as we share lessons learned and valuable information to help you exhibit successfully!
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Categories: Member-Sponsored Event
Friday Apr 21, 2023
This group is for EOS Integrators or the equivalent on the leadership team. These facilitated sessions will provide group members the opportunity to get and share advice on EOS best practices as well as implementation challenges and other issues they are facing.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, EOS Integrator
Friday Apr 21, 2023
Earth Day electronics recycling drive sponsored by Integrated Building Systems with shredding by Royal Document Destruction.
Help us keep our landfills clean by dropping off electronics for recycling and confidential paperwork for secure, professional shredding. Stay in your car for curbside drop-off!
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Categories: Member-Sponsored Event
Tuesday Apr 25, 2023
We are doing a brand refresh and are looking for family business and service provider members to represent! We use our own members in all of our branding: website, social and print ads, and all other types of media and would love to have you join us from 4-6 p.m. on April 25th at Ohio Dominican University. It will be a blast!
There is no special dress code - wear whatever you wear to work! Refreshments will be served.
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Categories: CCFB Networking & Social Events
Wednesday Apr 26, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
In the “gig economy,” it is increasingly common for companies to engage independent contractors. Yet, is simply calling someone a contractor and having them signing an independent contractor agreement enough to make them a contractor?
Misclassifying workers can have significant consequences both to workers and to companies. Employees who are misclassified as contractors may be improperly excluded from participation in employee benefit plans and incur tax withholding complications. The IRS could assess penalties on employers for failure to withhold and remit appropriate taxes for misclassified workers. The Department of Labor and other federal and state government agencies also may penalize employers for misclassification.
Greg Daugherty and Nicole Mayo from Porter Wright will help explain how to determine whether a worker is a contractor or employee and steps your family business can take to achieve the desired classification.
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Categories: CCFB Webinar
Thursday Apr 27, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, CEO
Tuesday May 2, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, C-Suite Non-Family Leaders
Wednesday May 3, 2023
We invite you to join us for our Family Business Showcase at TriAd Marketing & Media, a full-service marketing and advertising agency in Westerville. Now entering its third generation as a family-owned company, TriAd is currently celebrating its 50th year in business! Meet TriAd’s founder, Ken Keller, President, Dave Keller, and Vice President, Ryan Keller.
Open to family and community business leaders in Central Ohio, the Family Business Showcase provides an insider's perspective into what has made the business successful, and its plans for the future. TriAd features a multi-disciplinary team of creatives with a passion for helping their clients achieve success through tried-and-true marketing practices and cutting-edge digital services.
Please RSVP for this fun, free networking event. Mingle with other family business and community leaders while enjoying an array of food and beverage options. Additionally, all those who attend will have the opportunity to receive a free professional headshot compliments of TriAd!
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Categories: CCFB Networking & Social Events
Thursday May 4, 2023
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.
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Categories: CCFB Peer Group, Rising CEO