Composition:

Chair
Dave Schnarr

Members
Henry Paetkau, Conrad Grebel University College
Scott Wagler, Josslin Insurance Brokers
Sheila Hannon, Systems Plus

Mandate:

This Committee shall provide educational opportunities for Members, potential Members and the family business advisor community, that focus on operating a successful family business by initiating, implementing, promoting and evaluating the following service aspects of the Centre:

BREAKFAST SEMINARS:
Monthly events designed to encompass a variety of issues facing families in business. 80% of annual events will cover 'soft' issues, while 20% will cover the more technical side of business. These events are marketed to Members of the Centre and to family businesses in the Waterloo Region.

SKILLS WORKSHOPS:
Designed and marketed to Members of the Centre and the family business community at large. These workshops provide a means of continued education for family business employees who wish to explore specific topics in greater detail.

GALA AWARDS:
Celebrate and honour family businesses for their successes! This highly anticipated gala evening recognizes innovation, inspiration and dedication to building strong families and better businesses.

NETWORKING:
This Committee is conscious of the need to facilitate social opportunities and will work to provide networking opportunities in a predominantly social environment.