Webinars
The Timely Topics webinar series is exactly what it sounds like–webinars designed to educate those who work in family-owned businesses. From the legal implications of families to tax strategies and advisory boards, there is so much to learn about business. These family-focused webinars are available on demand to you whenever you find yourself in need of some business education.
Upcoming Webinars
Prenuptial Agreements
April 8, Noon-1 p.m. CST
Join us for an insightful webinar tailored for members of family-owned businesses, featuring expert attorneys from BrownWinick Law Firm. We’ll explore the importance of prenuptial agreements in protecting your family’s legacy and assets. Discover how these agreements can safeguard your business interests and ensure harmony within your family. Don’t miss this opportunity to gain valuable knowledge and ask your questions in a supportive environment. At the conclusion of this webinar, attendees will have the chance to answer questions in real-time.
Family Enterprise USA Survey
On June 29, 2024, we heard from Patricia Soldano, President at Family Enterprise USA. Patricia shared survey results and legislative updates as it relates to the family business sector. Tune in to hear more about the national trends and statistics of family business.
Q&A with Julie Charlestein
The author of "How to Lead Your Family Business: Excelling Through Unexpected Crises, Choices, and Challenges" Julie Charlestein joined the FBC for a Q&A in February 2024. Charlestein is currently the fourth generation that took the lead of her family's century-old dental business. Charlestein explores her journey through the family and family business.
Advisory Boards 201
Drew D. Larson, a member at BrownWinick Law Firm, talked about all things advisory boards. He'll look at this crucial tool from the legal perspective and cover paperwork, filings, requirements of paper trail, pay (1099 vs w-2 vs other), fiduciary versus advisory boards, and owner board members versus non-owner family board members.
Advisory Boards 101
Drew D. Larson, a member at BrownWinick Law Firm, has the skinny on advisory boards. What are the legal differences between an advisory board and a board of directors? Are there any human resources processes we need to follow in order to hire an advisory member? Drew also covers best practices for compensation, removing a member from the board, liability to board members, legal documents they should sign and more.
ESOPs 101
In order to stay viable, sometimes families decide to switch to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP). This employee benefit plan enables employees to own part or all of the company they work for. Learn more about ESOPs from experts throughout the state with this webinar recording from a live event on June 25, 2024. This event is a joint offering from the Family Business Center and its sister program, IA-CEO. Both are housed in the University of Northern Iowa's Business & Community Services.