Advanced Learning Events for Members and Guests
The University of Wisconsin Family Business Center's duty is to provide family businesses with an opportunity to address their unique and critical issues, helping the business and the family to succeed in current and future generations. We do this through a variety of events and services, focusing around the specific learning and networking needs of our member companies
Speaker Series
Leading family business experts share insights and information on trends and techniques that can be applied to your business. The curriculum is driven by the needs and desires of members. Past topics include legal, financial, and other planning issues around leadership succession and ownership transfer; family relationships, traditions, and values; power, control and compensation; and roles and responsibilities.
Programs are held at the Fluno Center
Breakfast Buffet is 7:30 – 8:30 a.m. in the Oros dining Room | Speaker Series are 8:30 – 11:30 a.m. in the Auditorium
The Role of the Family Champion
Wednesday, September 25, 2019
The Psychology of Business Owners: Making or Breaking Transition Success
Wednesday, November 20, 2019
Note: This is an afternoon Program: Networking 1:30 – 2 pm, Program 2 – 5 pm, Social 5 – 7 pm
How servant leaders achieve better results, and why it matters now more than ever
Thursday, December 12, 2019
Leading with Trust: Becoming the Leader Your People Deserve
Thursday, January 30, 2020
Designing, Implementing and Harnessing an Effective Board for Your Family Enterprise
Wednesday, March 18, 2020
On the Stage and In the Shadow: Navigating the Next Gen Transition
Thursday, May 14, 2020
Supplemental Programs
Planning for Growth: The How & Why of Business Planning
Thursday, September 12, 2019
Stop Waiting for the Cat to Bark: Moving Owners to Action
A program for family business advisors
November 20, 2019
Food For Thought
Sponsors present educational programs that highlight their areas of expertise for the family business. These shortened breakfast programs allow for in-depth discussions in areas that are most relevant to family businesses.
Programs are held at the Fluno Center
Breakfast and program 8th floor Skyview room | Breakfast 7:30 a.m., Program 8 – 10:15 a.m.
Economic Outlook
Fractures in our Economic Foundation and Galvanizing Divides: Implications for Business Owners
Presented by Aspiriant
The Shepler’s Ferry Story
Presented by Chris Shepler, President Shepler’s Mackinac Island Ferry
Wednesday, October 9, 2019
Learn More & RegisterTax Reform: Where Are We Now? The Impact on Businesses and Individuals – One Year In
Presented by BDO
FBC Speed Networking
Bring your business cards and get ready to connect with FBC members, sponsors and guests.
Thursday, October 31, 2019
Learn More & RegisterSocials
The Family Business Center is a vibrant community of family businesses and those individuals who serve them. Our members and sponsors are leaders in their communities, and enjoy the advantages of belonging to our Center. The social activities, including our Fall Social and Spring Social, allow members to converse and enjoy each other’s company in a relaxed setting.
Programs are held at the Fluno Center
Fall Social follows the November program from 5 – 7 p.m.
2019-20 Social Information Coming Soon.
Peer Learning Groups
Led by local family business experts, these confidential, trusted forums allow individuals with similar experiences and backgrounds to discuss sensitive issues and critical business topics.
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UW Family Business Center
601 University Ave
Madison, WI 53715