"There is no question that family businesses have different needs than other closely held companies," he said. "That's why it's so vital to have an organization like the Family Business Center to address our needs and to allow for networking opportunities that will help us learn from each other."

Tom Maish, Contract Sweepers

 "It can be awfully lonely as head of a family business. If I didn't have other members of the Family Business Center, and the seminars they hold, I would wonder about many of the decisions I make."

Christopher Lorenz, Lorenz Equipment Company

 “Membership in the Family Business Center keeps us on the cutting edge of the family-owned business information flow. I never fail to learn something new at an FBC meeting.”

Michael S. Schoedinger, Vice President, Schoedinger Funeral Services

“I like the fact that in addition to the valuable information we receive, the meetings give us a chance to meet and compare notes with other family business people.”

Victor D. Irelan, Chairman, Dublin Building Systems Co., Inc.

“Family businesses face so many challenges, and the Family Business Center provides the tools that teach us how to run a business in a very competitive world. It’s a resource that family businesses don’t usually have access to.”

Ralph Sanese, President, Sanese Services