When it comes to your business family, does $$$ really make the world go around? The physical/financial assets and rewards from your family business are to serve your other intangible, non-financial family assets. If we want well-rounded individuals, families, communities, and societies, we need to ensure we allocate sufficient resources and focus to build and…
Join us on Friday, September 29 from 7:30am - 10:00am. This meeting will be held in conjunction with CFFB's 2023 Annual General Meeting. Mark Weber is the Eyton Director of the Conrad School of Entrepreneurship & Business at the University of Waterloo No resource is as precious or important to an organization as its people. Their…
” I never had a passion for frozen meat—I had a passion for success!" Marc Lafleur is a UW graduate with some painful familiarity with entrepreneurship and what those challenges can bring to your relationships. Join us for a fireside chat about his journey and the lessons he has learned.
VeriForm, owned by the Rak family has been carbon neutral for 7 years. Remarkable in an industry like metal fabricating. But their experience can translate to your business. More than 60 per cent of the energy saving projects were put in place in the office! Where can you find savings? Join us for a fascinating…
The Family owned business relationship with the federal government—is much like Canada’s relationship with the United States. “We’re sleeping with an elephant and every move it makes affects us.” UW Professor and CFFB Favourite Larry Smith returns for another look at the year ahead. Learn how the big picture issues of intperest rates, federal budgets and–well–politics…
Danielle Saputo is part of the Saputo family, founders of one of the largest dairy processers in the world. As a family business member and legacy coach she knows a few things about bringing the in-laws into the business. You’ve found the “love of your life”—-but they share another passion—their family owned business. Now, they want…
What’s the agenda, Brenda? What’s the plan, Stan? You’ve spent years building your business. It began as a passion, and now you’re looking toward the future Will one of you children carry on the legacy? Perhaps a niece or nephew or cousin. You’re invited to bring your future to our March event. Special guests still…
Hiring and retaining talent is one of the biggest issues facing all members of the Centre for Family Business. Every two years, the Workforce Planning Board surveys hundreds of businesses across all sectors of the market to gather insights. Charlene Hofbauer, Executive Director of the WPB will bring an exclusive first look at the trends—both…
Join us for a fascinating discussion of the Diversity Equity and Inclusion facing all business. Our special guests, Colleen James of Divonify, and Iona Sky will lead you on an interesting journey. It's also our Annual General Meeting.
