UToledo Family Business Center

Events

Roundtables

Manufacturing - This roundtable is a platform for industry leaders to exchange ideas and strategies for improving manufacturing processes and business operations. Particpants include owners or leaders in the manufacturing sector. This roundtable meets monthly on the second Thursday, from 8:00 to 9:30 AM at the Center for Alumni and Donor Relations, 4510 Dorr Street.

Women, Wisdom & Wine - An empowering gathering that combines insightful discussions on pressing topics with a casual, congenial atmosphere. Participants include women from member companies or sponsors of the center. This group meets quarterly at 4:00 PM at various local restaurants.

Leading Generation - Designed for family business leaders looking to shape their legacy and prepare the next generation for success. Participants include current leaders in family-owned businesses. This roundtable meets quarterly at 10:00 AM, followed by an optional lunch, at the Center for Alumni and Donor Relations, 4510 Dorr Street.

Human Resources - A focused session for HR leaders to share innovations and solve common human resource challenges in the workplace. Participants include HR professionals from member organizations or sponsors. This roundtable meets monthly on the third Wednesday, from 8:30 to 10:00 AM at the Center for Alumni and Donor Relations, 4510 Dorr Street.

Northwest Ohio M&A Club – A collaborative forum for business owners and professionals to explore topics related to mergers and acquisitions, including buying, selling, and merging businesses. Sponsored by the UToledo Family Business Center, participants include leaders, advisors, and stakeholders involved in M&A activities. This group meets quarterly at 11:45 AM at the Center for Alumni and Donor Relations, 4510 Dorr Street.

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Upcoming Events 

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Delivering Great Results: The Amazing Power of Exceptional Leadership!
2025 Executive-in-Residence, Dr. Clint Longenecker

Join us for a transformational journey designed to elevate your leadership performance, career trajectory, and life impact. Led by the highly esteemed Dr. Clinton O. Longenecker, an award-winning leadership expert, this program is an exceptional opportunity to learn from one of America’s leading educators in high-performance leadership.

More details, curriculum and dates.

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Employee Benefits: How to Control Costs and Improve Benefits
presented by Hylant

Wednesday, February 19, 2025
11:00 a.m. - Noon

Center for Alumni and Donor Engagement
Wolfe Board Room - 2nd Floor
4510 Dorr Street, Toledo, Ohio 43615

Join the UToledo Family Business Center and Center Sponsor Hylant for a presentation on Employee Benefits: How to Control Costs and Improve Benefits. This is a must-attend event for business leaders and HR professionals looking to gain a competitive edge through employee-centric benefit strategies. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with industry experts and explore actionable solutions for your business.

In today’s competitive job market, offering standout benefits can be the key to attracting and retaining top talent. Join Mike Storey and Emily Kral from Hylant as they share insights into innovative employee benefit strategies designed to set your organization apart and meet the evolving needs of today’s workforce.

Key Takeaways:

• • Learn about creative and unique employee benefit offerings that go beyond traditional packages.
  • Discover how tailored benefits can boost employee satisfaction and retention.
  • Explore case studies and practical approaches to implementing innovative benefit solutions

Presenters:

Mike Storey, Client Executive, Employee Benefits
Emily Kral, Senior Health Strategist
Hylant

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How to Finance Your Next Acquisition
NWO M&A Club

Tuesday, February 25, 2025
11:45 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Center for Alumni and Donor Engagement
4510 Dorr Street, Toledo, Ohio 43615

Are you planning your next acquisition? Looking for expert guidance on securing the right financing? Join us for the next NWO M&A Club meeting featuring guest speaker Stephanie Cousino, SVP Commercial Lending at Waterford Bank.

Stephanie will deliver an insightful presentation on "How to Finance Your Next Acquisition", offering practical strategies and valuable advice for navigating the complexities of acquisition financing.

This event is proudly sponsored by the University of Toledo Family Business Center and provides an excellent opportunity to  network with industry professionals while gaining actionable insights for your business growth.

The program will begin at 11:45 with an optional lunch in the Foundation cafe after.

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Women, Wisdom and Wine: The Mental Load and Invisible Work

Wednesday, February 26, 2025
4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

Manhattan's Pub 'Cheer
1516 Adams St, Toledo, OH 43604

Join us for our February Women, Wisdom, and Wine meeting, where this month’s conversation centers on a topic that impacts so many women in different ways:

The Mental Load and Invisible Work - Exploring the hidden emotional and organizational tasks women often take on, both at work and at home, and how to create balance or delegate effectively.

We’re thrilled to welcome Ashley Bush, a licensed professional counselor and owner of Bloom Women's Counseling, as our presenter and facilitator. Ashley specializes in working with women to navigate the unique challenges they face in their personal and professional lives, helping them find clarity, confidence, and balance. With her expertise, she will guide us through this important discussion, offering tools and strategies to lighten the load.

This conversation is for every woman—whether you’re single or partnered, married or unmarried, with children or without. It’s about the shared and often invisible burdens women carry in all areas of life, whether personal or professional. The discussion will provide valuable insights and support, no matter your circumstances or stage of life.

This is more than just a networking event—it’s a chance to connect deeply with like-minded women, reflect on the roles we take on, and learn how to create more balance for ourselves. And, of course, we’ll enjoy some great wine and conversation in the process!

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The 2025 Doing Right Spotlight

Wednesday, March 12, 2025
11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Past Events

Visit our YouTube page for recordings of many of our past events.