Membership Benefits of the Family Enterprise Center
Firmly rooted at the intersection of business issues and family dynamics, we are committed to continuing the legacy of success created by Western Pennsylvania’s family businesses. We work closely with our member families to develop a personal, responsive relationship founded on service, support and expertise in the areas that matter to your family and your business. Don’t wait to begin building your family business future – join us today!
Unique Programming
Our focused, relevant family business programs are designed to create dialogue among your family members and provide you with tools and strategies that are immediately applicable. We examine important issues such as:
- Creating a lasting legacy
- Preparing family members for ownership
- Navigating strategic and economic challenges
- Growing a family or closely-held firm in an increasingly global environment
- Creating an advisory team
- Planning the evolution of your business
- Strengthening family relationships
- Building communication
Our programs are presented in a confidential, family-only environment, and we will never accept direct competitors to our member families.
Peer Support
Our Member-to-Member programs create a unique opportunity for you to meet with other family business leaders in small, facilitated groups, where you can discuss the private and professional challenges and opportunities that only other family business leaders can understand. Even a strong professional network cannot match the power of these confidential, consistent meetings with family business peers. You will gain personal feedback and insight, enjoy an experienced sounding-board for your ideas, and learn from the real family business situations and strategies shared by other members.
Private Consultation
With no division between family and business, certain issues can be challenging for family members to resolve. Our experienced, nationally-recognized family business consultant provides an objective, seasoned perspective to moderate sensitive family discussions. We will organize family meetings, develop strategies for difficult discussions, and help you develop solutions that fit your family and business. Family and business harmony is essential for the success of your business. We will help you find harmony, creating prosperity for years to come.