In This Issue
Joining us this month are thought leaders from Brixey & Meyer, Dinsmore & Shohl LLP, and Greater Cincinnati Foundation to discuss unconventional donations and changing regulatory laws that may affect your business.
The Goering - Lindner College of Business bond continues growing stronger, and an insightful breakfast "Effective Marketing Plans: Your Roadmap to Dynamic Growth" draws closer.
From Our Thought Leaders
The New “Reality” for Assessing Independent Contractor Classification
Does your organization employ independent contractors? Alex Havlin explores the changes coming to the world of 1099 classifications in this article through questions like "Is this person behaving like a business?". With the Department of Labor pivoting their classification, does your organization have to pivot as well? Read full article
Many Assets Make Great Gifts to Charity
Unconventional donations are great ways to explore unconventional ways to save when tax time rolls around. Michele Carey explores the benefits for all parties when considering a charitable donation in the form of stocks, real estate and other securities within an estate if you're to give back to the local community. Read full article
IRS Updates ERC Processing
With changes coming to Employee Retention Credit this past June, Alan Greenwell explores what these regulatory changes mean. Due to a backlog of over a million claims, relief is still coming, just at a much more delayed pace than initially expected. Read full article
Calling All Local Family and Private Businesses!
We are "Goering" up for our 25th Annual Family and Private Business Awards on September 10 at The Hard Rock Casino. We need you to vote on a Rising Leader Finalist!
Rising Leader Finalists
Rising Leader nominations have come to a close! As we approach our 25th Annual Family and Private Business Awards on September 10, we need the business communities help.
Don't miss this opportunity to vote for your finalist. With such wonderful submissions this year, we are calling on you, the most important piece of the business community, to cast a vote for the most deserving candidate of the 25th Annual Rising Leader Award.
Celebrate With Us!
Secure your company's spot at this year's 25th Annual Family and Private Business Awards. Tickets and tables are now available for purchase!
Sponsorship opportunities are available! Don't miss this chance to get exposure in front of the local Cincinnati business community and over 400 guests.
Contact Kamela Barrier at (513)-446-5606 or at kamela.barrier@uc.edu for more information.
Goering Center Programming Highlights
Unlock Your Team's Marketing Potential
Join us for our upcoming event:
Effective Marketing: Your Roadmap to Dynamic Growth.
In today’s competitive business landscape, effective marketing is crucial for small business success. However, many business owners find the concept of marketing to be overwhelming.
What You'll Learn
This event will strip away the complexities to offer clear and actionable insights, providing you with the essential tools and knowledge needed to drive real growth in your business.
Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your existing marketing efforts, this event is tailored to meet your needs.
With the help of Amy Connor and an experienced panel of guest speakers, we will equip your team to:
- Gain a deeper understanding of marketing and how it can benefit your small business.
- Build confidence in your ability to create and execute a successful marketing strategy.
- Achieve clarity on the next steps to take in your marketing journey.
- Leave with your own actionable marketing strategy designed to drive true business growth.
Knowledge. Connection. Community.
Pam Goetting has some exciting updates with Goering Center Roundtables that will help keep you and your team on the right track in maximizing efficiency in your business.
The Goering Center has a few open spots on our exclusive HR Professionals Roundtable. We're currently accepting applications from interested individuals.
Connect with a group of your professional peers and gain access to your own personal board of advisors. Benefit from professionally moderated sessions designed to tackle your most pressing challenges and share innovative solutions.
You will enjoy a collaborative environment where you can network, enhance your leadership skills and gain fresh perspectives on HR trends and best practices. Don’t miss this opportunity to elevate your expertise and make valuable industry connections!
Wishing that we offered a roundtable with a Northern Kentucky connection? If you are a family or private business located in NKY/Southern Ohio, we'd like to convene a new group to support each other in these challenging times, sharing best practices and actively engaging employees.
John Zurborg, previously CEO of Skilcraft, has been a longtime advocate of the Goering Center through our programs like Principles Course, Leadership Development Institute, Business Board Institute and many more. Now as a business coach, John is excited to serve as moderator for this new roundtable.
Please contact Pam Goetting at pamela.goetting@uc.edu if you are interested in these opportunities.
Upcoming Events
Aug. 1 - Complimentary Overview: Principles Course - 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - In-person - Goering Center
Learn how to make the most of your Goering Center membership and be sure to bring along key employees and/or any family members working in the business!
This 90-minute program is more than an orientation to the Center and its core offerings, it is your opportunity to meet other new members, build your network, and become part of our business community.
Aug. 6 - Pricing Power - 9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. - Virtual
Most pricing decisions are made from fear, not from confidence.
Most sellers don’t price to win business; they price not to lose. Hosted by Casey Brown and Pam Rodefer of Boost Pricing, this five-part series will arm you with the methods, messaging, tools, and confidence to negotiate from a position of power and strength.
This program, heavily focused on application and practice for maximum impact, will help you gain confidence overcoming price objections, become adept at rolling out price increases to customers, and become experts at selling the true value of your services or products.
Aug. 7 - Complimentary Overview: Business Boards Institute & Blueprint - 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - In-person - Goering Center
Advisory boards are game changers for family and private businesses, providing guidance on matters of strategic importance.
However, not all businesses have a clear vision for success, strategies to get there, or defined metrics that help them keep score and measure performance.
A board of advisors can help with that to ensure accuracy. But, equip that board with a BLUEPRINT, and you have a head start on high-impact results.
Aug. 8 - Effective Marketing Plans: Your Roadmap to Dynamic Growth - 7:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. - In-person - Manor House
Hosted by: Amy Connor, CEO & Founder, CMO-OnLoan and panelists:
- Jon Adams, President, SALIX Data
- Brian Dubay, President & Co-Owner, Metalworking Group Inc.
- Jake Jerow, Vice President of Strategic Initiatives and Marketing, Modern Ice Equipment & Supply
In today’s competitive business landscape, effective marketing is crucial for small business success. However, many business owners find the concept of marketing to be overwhelming.
This event will strip away the complexities to offer clear and actionable insights, providing you with the essential tools and knowledge needed to drive real growth in your business.
Sept. 10 - 25th Annual Family and Private Business Awards - 4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. - In-person - Hard Rock Casino
The 25th Annual Family and Private Business Awards are upon us! Join us at the Hard Rock Casino to celebrate local drivers of our economy with great food and drinks.
Sept. 12 - Complimentary Overview: Next Generation Institute® - 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. - In-person - Goering Center
The Goering Center is hosting a complimentary Overview for the Next Generation Institute®, to provide an opportunity for current and successive generations to explore this program.
Hear from the LaRosa family as they share their experience with the institute, having completed NGI and transitioned their business twice.
Join us to discover if NGI can help you and your future generation as you anticipate a generational transfer of ownership.
Sept. 18 - Complimentary Overview: Now I Get It! Financial Fluency for Next Gen Leaders - 9:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m. - Virtual
This is an opportunity to understand how Financial Fluency can help deliver high-impact results for your business.
Presented by Mackey McNeill, CEO of Mackey Advisors, you will learn to accurately read and interpret their financial statements. You will also be able to ask relevant questions regarding that information and forecast easy or challenging financial times.
Leaders will see the important connection between company activities, responsibilities and financial results.
The Goering - Lindner Bond
As the Goering Center works to deepen its connection with the Lindner College of Business, we are honored to announce a new and exciting piece in our collaboration; connecting companies with impactful Co-Op students willing to learn and work for your organization.
Hear from our Co-Ops on what a fulfilling work experience looks like, and keep your eyes peeled for updates as we work to bridge the gap between companies and students looking for experience.
Welcome To Our Community
Mid-American Gunite Pools, John Browner - Core Member
N Solutions, Calvin Nurge - Core Member
Interested in joining the Goering Center? Learn more about our community, networking and educational offerings on our webpage, or reach out to David Miller at mille5dd@ucmail.uc.edu for more information!