Professionalizing Your Family Business: Seeding for Growth and SuccessTuesday, Feb. 19, 2013 | Crowne Plaza, 100 Berlin Rd, CromwellProgram: 8 to 10 am As your family business grows, procedures must be formalized to minimize conflict, expedite decision-making and allow input from a wider skill set. We'll review the pros and cons of and strategies for:Establishing an objective board of directorsCreating a family council to tackle employment contracts, biring in family members, and succession planningWriting organizational policies and procedures, including a strategic planUsing metrics as decision-making toolsDrafting clear shareholder agreements on ownership policiesDon't miss this opportunity to learn and share your experiences.Presenter: Susan Lesser, nPlusOne ConsultingCBIA Family Business Program Sponsors: CohnReznick, First Niagara, Reid & Riege PC Tune to WFSB Channel 3 or WTIC 1080 for cancellations due to inclement weather. CBIA Member 0.00 Non Member 0.00