President’s Message – It’s Not a Goodbye, It’s a See You Around
My highlight of the year was meeting all the new members and the February kick-off of the Roots course! Overall it has been a wonderful journey that opened my eyes to the reality of how the EFBC functions so successfully… Read more→
President’s Message – What’s Going On
The next few months at EFBC are packed with several incomparable opportunities for learning and development. I expect to see many of you at the May 12th Get a Grip! workshop with Rene Boer. This program is designed for you… Read more→
President’s Message – April 5th
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→
President’s Message – Achievements, Growth and Success
I am happy to report that the launch of Roots: Anchoring Your Business on February 23rd was a success. Thank you to Deanna Salo, Dr. Harold Welsch, Judy, Liz and Megan for being a huge part of getting this curriculum… Read more→
President’s Message – Engaging The Next Generation
I have applauded the efforts of all of our committees over time, but I want to focus on our Young Leaders Committee and the traction it has within our organization. With Jackie Bone and Phylicia Sakelaris as co-chairs, the… Read more→
President’s Message – New Year, Bigger Goals
Have you seen the new EFBC website yet? It is modern, relevant and depicts our organization as the professional, resourceful and educational place that we are. If you have not already, please check it out at webspecefbcstg.wpengine.com. I would like… Read more→
President’s Message: Looking forward to new opportunities
The EFBC also had a great year as we entered our 21st year as an organization. We hosted some excellent programs including the management workshop in March with Dr. Rubin of DePaul University and Family Business Day in May when… Read more→
President’s Message – What Does Family Mean To You?
It does not stop with them… I include my dearest, long-time friend Jennifer. She understands my strengths and shortcomings and would do anything for me and my three kids. I even include my high school and college friends who lift… Read more→
President’s Message – New Journey as the EFBC President
It is my privilege to begin this yearlong journey as the EFBC President. Those before me accomplished a long list of goals and thus I have a great expectation to make a mark. I have accepted the challenge and I… Read more→