Building relationships with others in the community is one of the long-term benefits participants can take away from the program, Lutz says. In a similar vein, the program has also matched up participants with experienced business people from the community as mentors. When the seminar wraps up this summer, participants will earn a certificate of accomplishment which can be added to their other credentials to demonstrate success and knowledge in the specialized area of family businesses. Goering Center seeks family business nominations As part of its goal of serving family businesses in Greater Cincinnati, the Goering Center for Family and Private Business is seeking nominations for its first annual Family Business of the Year awards. Nominations are open until April 30.
Nominations can come from any source.
Once the nomination period closes, nominated companies will be sent application forms that must be returned by June 30. A dinner honoring the winners is scheduled for Aug. 29 at the Gregory Centre.