About The
KFBG
Working
in a Family Business: a Non-family Member Perspective
Working within a family business environment presents its
own challenges for the non-family employee. On May 31, 2010
guest speaker, Andy Hunt made a presentation to the largest
group ever to attend a KFBG event. Andy grew up in Peterborough
and is now President and COO of one of the largest Canadian
family-owned businesses, Day & Ross General Freight, part of
the McCain family business. Visiting from Hartland New
Brunswick, Andy covered the pros and cons of being a non-family
member working in a family business, as well as how Day &
Ross recovered from the economic downturn and are thriving
today. (KFBG Members can view Andy's presentation in the Members
Only Section - Login
here).
Events
Our events are geared to all family business members - large or
small - big industry or "Mom and Pop" businesses. We
keep our topics relevant for all. Each year, we plan a Spring
Series and Fall Series of Events designed to address the topics
you want to hear about. We believe that family business has
unique needs and we provide an environment to address these
needs and interact with other families who have shared
experiences.
Connect
KFBG gives family business members the opportunity to Grow and
Connect. It is valuable to meet like-minded business peers and
KFBG encourages members to mingle and make connections at each
event. KFBG has a number of professional advisors who actively
participate in the planning, execution and delivery of our
programs. Our events allow family business members to meet
advisors and learn more about the services they offer - in an
environment that is casual and inviting.
Website
This website provides a protected section for "members
only". Here our members will find more resources, tools and
information that are relevant, timely and very specific to the
family business.
Who
Can Join?
Our definition of a family business is the following: Any
business that is owned and operated by more than one family
members. KFBG has members from Peterborough and areas as far
away as Bobcaygeon. We would like to expand the geography of our
members and encourage members from the surrounding area. Our
events are planned for the end of the working day (typically
4:30 pm) which makes it easier for out of town commuters.
How to Join
Once you decide KFBG is right for you, you can join in one of
the following ways:
- Send your
payment and completed Application
Form to The KFBG c/o of Harco Enterprises, 675 The
Parkway, Peterborough, ON , K9J 7K2.
- Contact
Michelle O'Neill at 705 741-9819 or Jhane Brasier at 705
748-3494 for more information.
 Working
Together to Keep it Together
On
November 16, we were pleased to have Jennifer East of ONIDA, as
our keynote speaker and panel facilitator. Working with a panel
of spouses who work together in local family businesses,
Jennifer discussed their challenges and solutions to working
together to keep it together. Our members and guest were treated
to a very frank discussion about how family communication plays
such a key role in maintaining family harmony whether it is
amongst spouses, siblings, parents or children.
Entrepreneurs
- Stand Out and Succeed in Uncertain Times
Our April 27th Event at Trent University was a big success. Rick
Spence talked to the group about how to get close to the
customer and create a "WOW Strategy" to differentiate
your business. We were pleased to have more than 180 attend the
event from all over the City, County and as far away as Markham.
Guest
Speaker Rick Spence, Business Strategist, Writer, Speaker and
"Growth Guru" (KFBG Members can view Rick's
presentation in the Members Only Section - Login
here).
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