At the December Monthly Educational Program: What I Wish I Had Known: Lesson Learned That Should’ve Been Taught, Chris Ahlum, President of Ahlum & Arbor, Nick Trifelos, National Sales Manager for Anthony-Thomas Candy Company, and Patrick Wathen, President of Equity spoke with Michelle Roseberry with HBK CPAs & Consultants. Their conversation traveled through the experiences […]
Eclipse Creative started as a commercial photography studio in 1994. In their 30 years of business, they have expanded into a creative services company with three divisions offering photography, video, retouching, design, grand format printing, collateral printing, 3D printing and fabrication, installation, plus trade show and event services. Eclipse has been igniting their clients’ brands
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In today’s business world, companies are constantly seeking ways to enhance productivity, boost employee satisfaction, and improve their bottom line. One innovative approach to address these challenges is biophilic design – thoughtfully incorporating natural elements into the built environment through direct and indirect means. By reconnecting employees with nature, businesses can reap significant benefits and
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Flying Horse Farms is a non-profit that provides camper experiences year-round for kids with serious illnesses and their families that was first opened in 2010 and hosts around 900 children and families every year. It is also a Service Provider for Conway Center for Family Business. We met with Sara McCain with Flying Horse Farms
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So often we focus on trying to avoid the difficulties, obstacles, frustrations, and unwanted emotions that come our way. In our work as consultants, we call these “headaches.” But what if, instead, we could gain something more from these “headaches” and discover a path to greater fulfillment and growth? This was the focus of our
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Are You Leading on Autopilot? It Might Be Time to Recalibrate Have you ever taken a moment to reflect on your leadership style? Or do you find yourself operating on autopilot, letting conversations, interactions, and challenges flow through you based on your usual habits? While autopilot can be a helpful tool—especially when you’re juggling a
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At the September meeting of the Women in Family Business Peer Group, we discussed compensation. Every company has to work through the complications of compensation at various points in development. However, in family business, there can be even more to consider. Compensation in Family Business From the perspective of a current owner, it can be
Succession planning in family businesses is a critical process that ensures the stability and continuity of the business across generations. This process is characterized by developing, documenting, and communicating a comprehensive plan that aims for an orderly and successful transition. The journey towards this goal begins with the current generation of owners and operators who
How do you define creativity? We started our most recent Next Gen Leaders Peer Group session at the Conway Center for Family Business with that question. Creativity is a necessary skill, not only for success in the family business, but also for leading a fulfilling life. But what if we don’t consider ourselves to be
Benefits strategies for multiple generations are essential in today’s diverse workforce. With employees ranging from Baby Boomers to Gen Z, organizations must develop strategies that cater to the unique needs and preferences of each generation. While each generation may have different priorities and expectations when it comes to benefits, there are also common themes that
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