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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 […]

October marks the annual observance of National Cybersecurity Awareness Month (NCSAM), a critical initiative aimed at educating individuals and organizations about the importance of cybersecurity. As cyber threats become increasingly sophisticated, this month serves as a reminder of the need for vigilance and proactive measures to protect our digital assets. In this blog post, I […]

Meet Blue Sky Business Valuation. Elizabeth Petrie and Courtney Sparks White founded the valuation company in 2017. Blue Sky Business Valuation has been a Service Provider Member of the Conway Center for Family Business for over three years. We sat down with Courtney Sparks White to discuss the business and their involvement with the Conway […]

This may be one of the hardest decisions to make when you are part of a multi-generational family business, especially if you have a C-Suite or leadership position, are an owner, shareholder, or all three. But it does happen. For many, this is an unfathomable crossroads and one you may believe is impossible. Questions keep […]

The judges met and the results are in! Here are the honorees we will be celebrating at our 26th Annual Family Business Awards program on November 13th!

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 […]

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 […]