Non-Family C-Suite Leaders Peer Group - by invitation only
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.
Women in Family Business Peer Group *cancelled
Buy-Sell Agreements Why we need them, what they do and what they don’t do…. We'll also discuss protecting the family business, ensuring smoother transitions, forestalling disagreements about fair value, and other issues that a buy-sell can address, including the emotional side of these agreements and how to navigate them.
Next Gen Leaders Peer Group * Note DATE change to 11/6
Learning from Anxiety - Why would we seek answers from something we are trying to get rid of? Anxiety is an ever-increasing topic of discussion. It creates all kinds of problems and taxes our whole person and affects our business. But what if we framed it differently? We’ll discuss what often causes the anxiety we deal with daily, how to reframe it, and how to learn from it in order to thrive. *New format! Dedicated time will be allotted to work through particular coaching scenarios and provide tools for relevant issues and situations you are now facing. We'll spend time exchanging experiences and knowledge on these issues so that we can all learn from one another.
Live Webinar: Branding for Non-Branding People: How to Use Brand to Grow with Intention
Every organization has a brand whether they like or not. We can choose to have our brand defined by our customers. Or we can choose to define it ourselves. But what does ''brand'' actually mean? Together, we'll shed light on what branding is, the value it brings to an organization, how to intentionally create your brand, and when to think about changing it.
Rising 1 CEO Peer Group - by invitation only
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.
26th Annual Family Business Awards and Expo
Celebrate the accomplishments of Central Ohio family businesses at our 26th 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. Come early so that you have enough time to meet and mingle with the many expo participants! Expo hours are from 10am - 12 noon. For more information about the Expo and to register to participate as an exhibitor, view our EXPO page. The Awards luncheon registration deadline is Tuesday, November 5. Attire is business casual. Opportunities for Awards sponsorship and advertising in the Awards Program distributed to over 500 luncheon attendees are available!
Expo 2024
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 26th Annual Awards Program celebrating the accomplishments of family businesses. NEW this year! All exhibiting companies will be featured in our interactive virtual Expo Directory flipbook to showcase your products and services. Don't miss this amazing once-a-year opportunity to promote your business!
Conway Strong Peer Group - by invitation only
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.
Leadership Development Peer Group
Change can be difficult and overwhelming to some. Regardless of how frequently or infrequently your family business experiences change, it is essential to understand the impact that change has on an organization and its people. Join us as we explore the psychology of successfully leading teams through change.