Peer Group Programs

Peer Groups, intimate groups of 6 to 12 participants, meet regularly to discuss matters of business and personal interest. Peer groups provide a confidential environment for idea exchange, family business education, and personal growth. They present an opportunity to learn by seeking advice from peers and professionals who have "been there, done that" and who are willing to share their experiences and knowledge. Each peer group has a shared purpose and agreed upon expectations. Group members commit to respecting the confidentiality of the members of the group.

CEO Peer Group

The CEO Peer Group provides an opportunity for family business CEOs to come together in a confidential environment to discuss business, personal or "family business" related issues. Participants will have the opportunity to seek input and advice when discussing executive level business issues. This peer group will be facilitated by Jerry Bordner, founder of Laser Reproductions, and made up of family business CEOs from non-competing industries. This group meets monthly from 3:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at the Jefferson Country Club in Gahanna. The cost to participate is $ 875.00 per person which includes the cost of dinner and beverages at each meeting. Your company must be a member of the Conway Center to participate.

Family Business Leaders Peer Group

The Family Business Leaders Peer Group meets to strengthen relationships between family-owned businesses in Central Ohio and discusses issues they regard as important to the stability, growth and development of their companies. Those interested in sharing information with others who own, lead or work for family businesses in our community may want to participate in this peer group which meets on the first Wednesday of each month from 8:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. at Sequent in Dublin.

Marketing and Sales Peer Group

Marketing and Sales Peer Group members participate in a 10-month series to learn more about branding, forecasting, market research, and planning, in order to grow their family businesses. The group's goal is to boost sales and improve industry presence by learning and implementing targeted and meaningful marketing and sales strategies. The peer group is led by branding expert, CCFB Board Member, and chief strategy officer of GREENCREST, Kelly Borth. The group meets on the fourth Wednesday of each month from 7:30-9:00 a.m. at Sanese Services.

Next-Generation Peer Group

The Next-Generation Peer Group creates discussions among up-and-coming leaders of family-owned businesses. Ages 21 to 40, group members are assuming a greater leadership role in their family's company or will have that opportunity in the future. Organizational psychologist Dr. Thaddeus O'Brien moderates a roundtable format in which peer-to-peer input gives members insight into the issues that affect next-generation leaders.

Participants from an array of industries and non-competing companies learn to evaluate their own strengths and weaknesses at a time when they are preparing for expanded challenges and responsibilities. Each year, a new class for next-generation leaders begins and determines meeting dates that accommodate their schedules.

Women in Family Business Peer Group

Established in 2006,the Women in Family Business Peer Group is for women who own, work for, or play a supporting role in the successful operation of a Central Ohio family business and who are members of the Conway Center for Family Business.

Bea Wolper, one of the Center's founding members and managing partner at Emens & Wolper Law Firm, moderates this peer group. Join us as we take a closer look at topics such as earning respect, leadership, employment practices, family dynamics and communication in the family business. You'll gain a greater understanding of these issues, techniques for dealing with challenges and a more productive experience back at the office. Meetings are held in the Griffin Center at Ohio Dominican University.

Peer Groups

February 8, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

February 9, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

February 21, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

February 22, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - How Good Are You at The Game? Developing a Leading Marketing Strategy
Sanese Services
Learn more →

March 8, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

March 13, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

March 14, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders
Sequent
Learn more →

March 28, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - Create A Unique Brand: Understanding Your Market Differentiation
Sanese Services
Learn more →

April 10, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

April 11, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

April 12, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

April 25, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - Express Your Brand Uniqueness: Defining Your Brand Message and Expression
Sanese Services
Learn more →

May 9, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

May 10, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

May 22, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

May 23, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - Determine Your Goals: Establishing Where Growth Will Come From
Sanese Services
Learn more →

June 12, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

June 13, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

June 14, 2012 — Noon -1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

June 27, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - Manage The Sales Process: Developing An Accountable New Business Program
Sanese Services
Learn more →

July 11, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

July 17, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

July 25, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Marketing/Sales Peer Group - Find Your Best Prospects: Creating an Action Plan That Gets You Noticed
Sanese Services
Learn more →

August 8, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

August 21, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

September 12, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
TBD
Learn more →

September 13, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

September 18, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

October 9, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

October 10, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

October 11, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

November 8, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →

November 13, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Griffin Student Center at Ohio Dominican University, Rm 274
Learn more →

November 14, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

December 11, 2012 — 7:30-9:00 a.m.
Women in Family Business Peer Group
Panera at Easton
Learn more →

December 12, 2012 — 8:00-9:30 a.m.
Family Business Leaders Peer Group
Sequent
Learn more →

December 13, 2012 — Noon - 1:30 p.m.
2012 Next Generation Leaders Peer Group
O'Brien & Associates
Learn more →