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Introducing Neil O’Donnell, EFBC President 2021-2022

Posted on July 26th, 2021

I became a member of the EFBC (then FBC) over a decade ago. At the time, I was very uncertain as to how I would fit in to the overall group and my Forum. I met with TAU and we… Read more→

Posted in BlogTagged family business, forum, peer groups
Neil ODonnell

Flexing Our Social Muscle

Posted on April 27th, 2021

In July, we are welcoming a handful of new members to our Board of Directors. Included in that handful is Dave Westerman, the President of Carbit Paint and incoming Forum Director for the EFBC. Together, Dave and I collaborated on… Read more→

Posted in BlogTagged back to work, forum, peer groups, post pandemic, social distance

President’s Message – Transitions

Posted on September 17th, 2020

A few years ago, I decided to leave my forum. I loved my forum and still do, but I needed a change. In large part, I gained the confidence to leave from my forum. I was prepared and energized to… Read more→

Posted in BlogTagged change, Diverse Forums, forum, peer groups

Kicking Off the New Year with Executive Director Judy Hogel

Posted on August 28th, 2018

It’s a new year for the CFBC and we’re switching things up. This year, we’ve invited our past presidents and members to share their thoughts, feelings, memories and shared experiences in our newsletter each month. We are celebrating 24 years… Read more→

Posted in BlogTagged anniversary, forum, new year
Judy Hogel, Executive Director

Member Development Opportunities with EFBC family

Posted on October 3rd, 2017

Members and non-members alike felt a certain energy in the room. How is it that a group can feel a sense of comfort in a space together? EFBC creates an environment of safety across personal and professional topics for our… Read more→

Posted in Blog, Emotional Intelligence, Forum, Past ProgramsTagged Community, forum, membership

Reflecting on the Impact of Forum Executive Retreat

Posted on August 16th, 2017

September marks the start of a new Forum year for the CFBC with five groups headed off to retreat. How exciting…. I was recently asked by a potential member what the difference between a Forum retreat and a Forum meeting… Read more→

Posted in BlogTagged CFBC, emotional intelligence, executive retreat, forum
Community In Forum

President’s Message – May 9th

Posted on May 2nd, 2017

“If I were giving a young man advice as to how he might succeed in life, I would say to him, pick out a good father and mother…”  WILBUR WRIGHT I know it’s baseball season and the Cubs are in… Read more→

Posted in Blog, NewsTagged CFBC President, forum, Jeff Conner, liners direct
Jeff Conner, Liners Direct

President’s Message – EFBC 2017 Accomplishments

Posted on August 8th, 2016

Earlier this month the EFBC Executive Committee met offsite to review the recent member satisfaction survey and to agree on our Committee’s direction for the 2017 fiscal year.  As usual, I walked away that day amazed at how easy my… Read more→

Posted in Blog, NewsTagged CFBC President, family business, Family Charter, Family Meetings, forum, Jeff Conner, Roots
Jeff Conner, Liners Direct

President’s Message – April 5th

Posted on April 4th, 2016

It was enlightening to hear shared experiences about how to deal with sensitivities that sometimes arise during a Forum meeting. For me it was great timing since I was grappling with a few questions about my Forum and how to… Read more→

Posted in Blog, NewsTagged forum, Forum Protocol, Gina Krusinski, Krusinski Construction Company, Shared Experience
Gina Krusinski, Krusinski Construction Company

CFBC Spotlight: Mike Weiler

Posted on April 1st, 2016

What year was your company founded? Please tell us a little bit of the history behind the company. Rydin was founded back in 1956 by Glen Rydin.  At the time, Rydin was known as Rydin Sign & Decal and the majority… Read more→

Posted in Blog, SpotlightTagged CFBC Spotlight, chicago, Community, family business, forum, Mike Weiler, peer group, Rydin
Mike Weiler Rydin Decal

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