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ONE week left for our webinar “Financial Planning for Franchise Success: From Funding to Opening.” At 4PM ET, we will launch our second webinar to tell you all about the financial aspect of franchising. You can still book your seat here: https://lp.vbt.site/50339/ #FundingFranchises #FranchisingWebinar #Webinar

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The Covenant Group is teaming up with Dr. Varun Perumal, CEO of Unmodal Research! 🚀 Dr. Perumal’s groundbreaking work in AI and spatial computing is reshaping how businesses embrace cutting-edge tech and raise the bar in their industries. Unmodal Research guides companies through the complexities of AI and emerging innovations, paving the way for transformative growth. Stay tuned for insights on leveraging AI and advanced tech for your business! #AI #Innovation #TechLeadership

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The Time Commitment of Serving on a Board of Directors: What You Need to Know - The average time commitment required when serving on a board of directors. From attending board meetings and reading board papers to committee work and ad hoc correspondence, learn the practical advice and trends for executives in this space. Understand the workload variables and additional responsibilities that come with chairing a board. #BoardOfDirectors #TimeCommitment #ExecutiveResponsibilities #CommitteeWork #ChairingABoard #BoardService #BoardMeetings #WorkloadTrends #ExecutiveWorkLifeBalance #BusinessManagement

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Family-owned businesses must leverage their strengths and address their weaknesses to thrive and sustain their legacy, whether as privately held firms or publicly traded conglomerates. Forbes talks pros and cons of family businesses. https://lnkd.in/gc6CttAT #FamilyBusiness #SuccessionPlanning #LeadershipTransition

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What should you know about deal terms today? Join Advantary Capital Partners Managing Partner Stephen Kuhn and some amazing speakers on September 5 to learn more.

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𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐍𝐚𝐬𝐡𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐞 𝐕𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐠𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐞𝐫 𝐆𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐩 𝐖𝐡𝐨 𝐰𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞: We are a select group of high-performing Middle Tennessee CEOs committed to building stronger, more resilient companies. Our members represent diverse industries and backgrounds—from bootstrapped entrepreneurs to multi-generational family business leaders to seasoned executives who have orchestrated numerous successful acquisitions. What unites us is our commitment to continuous business improvement and sustainable growth. 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐖𝐞 𝐄𝐱𝐢𝐬𝐭: Running a business means making high-stakes decisions that determine your company's future, while carrying the weight of accountability for every outcome. It's challenging to find guidance you can trust – employees and advisors often have their own agendas, and few understand the unique pressures faced by the CEO. Our group offers a rare opportunity: a confidential environment where you can pressure-test your ideas with other successful CEOs who understand exactly what you're facing. Unlike generic advice from podcasts or books, our members share real-world experiences that have directly grown their companies, avoided costly mistakes, and accelerated success. 𝐂𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐚 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: This group is designed for CEOs, Presidents, and business owners of established companies with annual revenues exceeding $5 million who are focused on accelerating their company's growth and market impact. 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐧𝐞𝐱𝐭 𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥?? Please contact me to see if my group may be a good fit for you. #Nashville #Vistage #CEO

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The essence of Company Culture flourishes on shared beliefs, values, and behaviors within the workplace. At the Southern Wholesalers Association's summer conference, heartfelt gratitude is extended to all participants, especially the dedicated Everflow Supplies Team. Special thanks to industry peers and wholesalers for their unwavering support. Not being able to attend, the goal was to convey the special feeling of our industry! A new practice embraced is a gratitude check before meetings, fostering positivity and thankfulness. This simple yet impactful ritual sets a tone of appreciation that resonates throughout. I highly recommend incorporating this into your meeting to help create a team culture. In this industry, inclusivity has always been a focus. The camaraderie and spirit of members at events like the conference showcase the uniqueness of our community. These moments highlight the reciprocal nature of giving and receiving, emphasizing the true essence of our group! #CompanyCulture #Gratitude #Teamwork #PositiveAttitude #SWAConference

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Have you ever wanted to improve your skills at assessing organization improvement effectiveness and learn ways to engage senior leadership more effectively? If yes, consider attending AME's "A Pathway to Excellence: How to Lead and Assess Organizational Transformation" workshop. It will be held in Billerica, MA, on August 27 and 28. Five open slots are still available. Feedback from past participants has included: • It helped me change my perspective • I can ask more effective questions when doing an assessment • I have a better understanding of what highly effective improvement practices look like • I thought I knew this pretty well; I'm surprised by how much I learned https://lnkd.in/gaBi5ZGw Cindy Hinds Kimberlee (Kim) H. Larry Anderson Paul Waterman

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Unlocking the Future: Expanding Board Search Strategies. Excited about the prospects for 2025! We’re focusing on effective board compositions, attracting top talent, and navigating the evolving business landscape. Join us as we harness the right skills and insights for robust governance and growth. #BoardSearch #TalentAcquisition #BusinessStrategy #Leadership #Governance #FutureOfWork #InnovationInBusiness #CyberSecurity #MergersAndAcquisitions #Networking

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Values build value. Want to find out what makes Attain Partners so special? Watch this video with our Founder and my friend, Greg J. Baroni

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What is your institution’s financial literacy? Financial literacy and the associated terms should be familiar to institutional leadership and others. This blog post helps define those terms and why you need to know how to interpret these vital signs when it comes to your institution's financial health. #highereducation #highered

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💡 What is the biggest challenge you have faced as a leader, and how did you overcome it? In the latest episode of The Faithful Leader Podcast, I had the honor of sitting down with Christopher Dingess, Executive Advisor and Co-Founder of Solomon Strategic Advisors, to discuss the intersection of faith, resilience, and transformational leadership. Chris shares his powerful journey of navigating adversity, from opening a new office during the 2008 financial crisis to building a thriving consultancy focused on empowering leaders and creating healthy workplace cultures. Key takeaways from our conversation: ✅ Action steps to cultivate resilience in yourself and your team. ✅ How to develop self-awareness to lead your team effectively. ✅ Understanding the need for transformational leaders who challenge and support you to be your best. ✅ How identity shapes leadership, especially in times of uncertainty. ✨ This episode offers actionable strategies and uplifting insights for anyone committed to leading with clarity, purpose, and positive impact. 🎧 Listen to the full episode here: https://lnkd.in/gjKgUKwE or wherever you stream podcasts! 📩 What is your go-to strategy for leading through challenges? I would love to hear your thoughts in the comments! #Leadership #FaithfulLeaderPodcast #Resilience #TransformationalLeadership #SelfLeadership #ChrisDingess #Podcast #LeadershipDevelopment #SolomonStrategicAdvisors #PurposeDrivenLife #Teamwork

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Join us for an enlightening conversation with Judith Pryor, Vice Chair and First Vice President of the EXIM Bank, on the Electric Ladies Podcast. From invaluable career insights to navigating the intricacies of financial support for exporting and trade, Judith unveils it all. Tune in as we delve into the world of international trade and uncover the keys to success! 🌍 https://lnkd.in/dgshRyzm #EXIMBank #ExportTrade #CareerAdvice #InternationalTrade #ElectricLadiesPodcast

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As we head into 2025, I was reminded about a Darden Ideas to Action article from earlier this year that highlighted key elements of successful transformations and leadership agility. University of Virginia Darden School of Business faculty Scott Snell's new book "The CEO Playbook for Strategic Transformation" discusses four key factors that are key to successful transformations at both an organizational and also individual level. The four are 1) Establish strategic context 2) Engage stakeholders 3) Orchestrate mobilization 4) Cultivate change agility. These four are great suggestions as we as leaders prepare for ongoing disruption, change and volatility due to the speed and magnitude of trends. These are also key focus areas of many of the custom leadership and business acumen programs that UVA Darden Executive Education & Lifelong Learning designs with clients to navigate change through strategic and critical thinking. Looking forward to the new year ahead! Lisa Cannell Allison Sellman Mike Sheerin Matt McNicoll Ashley Williams Anne Trumbore

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💡Whether you’re at the helm of an Inc. 5000 company, managing a bustling solopreneur venture, or leading a vibrant church organization, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are your blueprint to consistency and quality. Think of SOPs like your favorite cookbook 🍳—each recipe precisely guiding you to delicious results every time. Similarly, SOPs provide clear directions for daily operations, ensuring everyone knows the ‘what, how, and who’ to deliver top-notch outcomes. Here’s the scoop: 💫 For Large Enterprises: SOPs streamline complex processes, essential for scaling and managing growing teams. 🏢 💫 For Solopreneurs: Even if you’re flying solo, SOPs are your best bet for managing all moving parts seamlessly, allowing you to focus more on growth and less on micromanagement. 🌱 💫 For Church Organizations: With activities involving various groups, SOPs are crucial for clear role distribution, ensuring smooth and effective coordination. 🕊️ Don’t wait until you’re overwhelmed by scaling challenges. Like a master chef prepping his kitchen, set your SOPs early to pave the way for smooth operations and guaranteed success. 🌟 Curious about crafting your own SOPs or need some expert tips? Join me this Sunday, June 30th at 8pm for my SOP Mastery seminar! Let’s cook up your business’s success recipe together! 🚀 Drop your questions below or hit the link in bio to reserve your spot. See you there! 👋 #SOPMastery #BusinessEfficiency #SolopreneurLife #ChurchLeadership #BusinessGrowth #OperationalExcellence #Entrepreneurship #BusinessTips #StandardOperatingProcedures #SuccessRecipes

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Transforming Careers: The Rise of Board Portfolios. Executives are redefining their careers by embracing board portfolios earlier than ever. This shift toward strategic board roles allows for flexibility and diverse opportunities, reshaping the landscape for seasoned leaders. Discover how to navigate this trend and build a successful board portfolio. #BoardPortfolios #ExecutiveTrends #CareerTransformation #LeadershipDevelopment #BoardDirectorship #Networking #WorkLifeBalance #ProfessionalGrowth #ExecutiveCareer #StrategicLeadership

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