Family business owners face extraordinary challenges unique to running a family business. Peer Discussion Groups are a great way to connect with your peers, share common problems and experiences, and to learn how to deal with your unique situations. People can talk with other folks who are like themselves – people who truly understand what they’re going through and can share the type of practical insights that can only come from firsthand experience.
The four professionals facilitating the Peer Groups have many years of experience assisting family-owned businesses. In 2023 we merged our Next[Gen]eration Peer Group into our formal groups with great success and cross-generational conversation. Peer Groups are facilitated by:
- Daniel Becker, Attorney – Kozloff Stoudt Attorneys
- Laurel Cline, Vice President – Herbein + Company, Inc.
- Steve Essig, Owner – Essig Plumbing & Heating
- Laurie M. Peer, Partner – RKL Wealth Management
We allow only one participant per group from each industry segment in order to avoid competitive concerns. To promote camaraderie and trust, enrollment is for a designated individual (not meant for a company to send different people at different times).
Enrollment in a Facilitated Peer Exchange Group is limited to GRCA members. Peer Groups will meet a minimum of 8-10 times per year and the annual participation fee is $500.
What People Are Saying
“Running a business without the support of a peer group is like driving without wearing a seatbelt.”
Leon Shapiro, Former CEO of Vistage
“Peer groups are most successful when you are truly solving the issues they are confronted with.”
Chet Mosteller, Herbein | Mosteller HR Solutions
“Everyone has an opportunity to raise their concerns and share their input. Having a professional facilitator will eliminate the opportunity for someone to dominate the discussion. Facilitators will also act as coaches and mentors and connect them with resources they may need.”
Pat Langiotti
Learn More
Facilitated by professionals in their field, the FBA Peer Group Program is a great way to gather with your peers to share common problems and experiences and to learn how to deal with unique situations facing your family business.
Groups always forming! Want to know more? Contact Jackie Stiles, Vice President of Business Development and Special Programs, at 610.898.7785.
“FBA Peer Groups have been a great resource for business advice and specific information tailored to helping family businesses succeed. The Groups also provide a close network of people who listen, advise and understand the special challenges of working with family. I’ve come away from many peer group meetings feeling like that’s day’s “therapy session” was very much needed and so worthwhile!”
Cheryl Light, Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
Spotts, Stevens and McCoy, Member since 2014