Symposium 2022 is our signature conference for the family business community taking place in beautiful downtown Vancouver, where you can expect dynamic keynote speakers, interactive skill-building workshops, family stories and engaging panel discussions that are all uniquely tailored to the family business experience.
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We are excited to host the National Family Enterprise of the Year Award (2021) celebration in-person at Family Business Symposium in Vancouver! We invite you to join us as we honour and celebrate the family enterprise community and our four Finalists: Gerrie Electric Wholesale Limited, GROUPE AGF INC., Kalesnikoff, and WCD (please see below for more information on these outstanding family businesses). Established in 1986, the Family Enterprise of the Year Award (FEYA) is given annually by Family Enterprise Canada…
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Join us for this opportunity to finally socialize again in person! Hosted by our NextGen Ambassador, Aaron Berman, this event is for anyone who is part of the next generation in their family business to come together in a more personal setting. Event Details When Monday, May 30, 2022 Will start shortly after our Family Enterprise of the Year Award celebration (around 7:30 PM PDT) Who Can Attend This social is open to members of our NextGen community and anyone…
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Our energy ebbs and flows, and we can certainly feel it. As family enterprise members, it is so important to take care of ourselves, not only for our family and business, but for us as individuals. This morning workshop will explore strategies to successfully manage our energy, so we can be our most optimal selves. We will look at how we manage stress, what recovery looks like and create new habits that will propel us forward. In this session, you…
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We are delighted to be able to meet in person again and have already had one of our incredible Ambassador Families offer to open their doors and host a Family Business Tour! Family business tours have always been a hit with the Family Enterprise Canada community as they provide an opportunity to bring the community together in a casual and fun environment to learn more about a local family enterprise. Murray and Dan Flanagan of Flanagan Foods have offered to…
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Family Business Tours Are Back! We are delighted to be able to meet in person again and have already had one of our incredible Ambassador Families offer to open their doors and host a Family Business Tour! Family business tours have always been a hit with the Family Enterprise Canada community as they provide an opportunity to bring the community together in a casual and fun environment to learn more about a local family enterprise. Flanagan Family of Flanagan Foodservice have…
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Interested in earning the FEA Designation? Get the inside scoop on the experience and impact of the Family Enterprise Advisor (FEA) Program and Designation in this Fireside Chat! Join designated FEAs Julia Chung, Jeff Noble and Kieron Hayes in a candid fireside chat as they share their key learnings, how the program shifted their practice and the ongoing benefits of being part of the FEA community. This session will provide you with insights into the FEA Program and how it…
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Selling the family business is a stressful and emotional process. Walking away from "the baby" a founder created is very hard to do. One of the things that makes it hard is the fear of the unknown that lies ahead "What will life-without-my-company be like? How should I plan my next chapter?" Join the discussion with Susan Latremoille, FEA, ICD.D, CPRC, MBA who specializes in working with advisors and their clients as they make this transition to their next chapter.…
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Join us online for a casual chat with other NextGen family business members. Come ready for a highly engaging session, including small group discussions in breakout rooms. Take this time with your NextGen peers to discuss what's most important to you, share your insights and what's on your mind. Event Details When Where Online via Zoom. Please note the link will be provided to you in advance Host Justine Zavitz, Zavitz Insurance Contact events@familyenterprise.ca Please Note: This event is only…
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Families Summit of Minds connects enterprising families and global thought leaders to explore today's issues and tomorrow's opportunities. Be part of unique discussions drawing on shared wisdom, contrasting opinions and solution-driven ideas. Space is limited!
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