Women in Family Business Roundtable
Courageous Conversations: Saying What Needs to Be Said in Family Business - Join us as we explore Radical Candor, a practical framework for having honest conversations while still showing you care. We'll dig into why courageous conversations can feel especially complicated for women working alongside family, and tackle real challenges around boundaries, self-advocacy, and protecting your time and energy - with a few strategies you might even use at Thanksgiving dinner. Facilitated by Donna Musilli of DM360 (35+ years of family-business leadership and coaching experience), this quarterly roundtable is open to all women from Conway Center member companies - family, non-family, and service provider members alike.are welcome and encouraged to attend these quarterly roundtables.
Next Gen Leaders
Mastering Accountability - You've heard Mike say that the two biggest areas for growth in any company come down to communication and accountability. We know that accountability is important, and that communication goes right there with it. So why do so many people struggle with being accountable? We will take some time to look deeper into what accountability is, why it matters so much, and how to improve it in our family business.
Monthly Educational Program: Legacy in Action: Succession and Estate Planning Made Practical *Note DATE change to 11/12
Legacy in Action: Succession and Estate Planning Made Practical is a panel discussion designed to help family business leaders proactively tackle one of their most critical challenges — transitioning ownership and leadership while preserving both the business and family relationships. Featuring experienced family business leaders and trusted advisors, the session covers key topics including next-generation leadership preparation, balancing family dynamics with business realities, estate planning considerations, and effective communication of transition plans. Whether a business transition is years away or already in motion, attendees will leave with real-world lessons, practical strategies, and actionable takeaways to protect their legacy and ensure long-term business continuity.
Leadership Development
Using Strengths to Empower a High Performing Team - Shifting from fixing weaknesses to leveraging existing strengths is the key to building truly high-performing teams within your family structure. This session will guide leaders on identifying and utilizing individual and collective strengths to maximize impact. We will focus on the power of gratitude and intentional focus on what's working to sustain positive momentum and engagement.
28th Annual Family Business Awards and Expo
Celebrate the accomplishments of Central Ohio family businesses at our 28th Annual Family Business Awards & Expo! The Awards Luncheon honors recipients in categories consistent with the success and longevity of a family business: leadership, planning, support, and community service. Arrive early to ensure you have plenty of time to connect and interact with the numerous expo exhibitors! The Expo will be open from 10am until 12noon. If you're interested in becoming an exhibitor or would like additional details about the Expo, please visit our EXPO page to register and learn more. Opportunities for Awards sponsorship and advertising in the Awards Program distributed to over 450 luncheon attendees are available!
Expo 2026
The Family Business Expo is a wonderful business development opportunity available exclusively to Conway Center members. We are thrilled to offer this event, providing you with the occasion to showcase your business, products, or services to the hundreds of family business leaders and advisors who will attend our 28th Annual Awards Program celebrating the accomplishments of family businesses. Enjoy a reimagined Exhibitor Directory, family business fun, and more. Registration is open through October 31 (or until tables sell out), with tables at $350 including two complimentary Awards luncheon tickets.
Rising CEO Peer Group
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.
Non-Family C-Suite Leaders Peer Group
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.
