11.12.2009

Our Annual Symposium starts at 6:00pm. Join us at the Ramada Plaza Riverside, 300 West F, Casper WY (307-235-2531). Food is provided and there will be a cash bar.

7:00pm - "It's a Jungle Out There!" by Jolene Brown.

They’re lurking in the jungle... safety concerns, liability issues, technology trends, environmental regulations, global markets, animal welfare and more! It’s time we blaze a new trail because the pace, the people, the process and the expectations have all changed. Have we? During this eye opening presentation we’ll go to the real world experiences of those who grow and celebrate in these changing times. Through lots of laughter and fun-filled stories, we’ll learn some of the top characteristics of successful trailblazers.

11.13.2009

Annual Symposium 8:00am - 5:00pm at the Ramada Plaza Riverside.

8:00 - 9:00 Registration

9:00 - 10:15

"Cowgirl Poetry - Ranch Women of the Plains Today and Yesterday" by Yvonne Hollenbeck.

10:20 - 12:15

Jolene Brown - "Facts of Life: When Business and Family Collide". There's nothing better or more frustrating than working with "genetics!" Combining personalities, differing goals and multiple generations creates a collision course for many in family business. To reach an outcome of productivity and profitability, there must be tools in place and documents in writing. There needs to be a commitment to transition the earned management, leadership and ownership of a business. During this fast paced, eye opening workshop we’ll learn the first important steps to become a successful “business-first family.”

12:20 - 1:00 Lunch by the Pool

1:05 - 2:35 Panel Discussion

"Who sits on your board?" Moderated by Jolene Brown. Hopefully each of you has gathered a team of experts for insight, advice and action. The dynamics from knowledgeable synergy is multiplied when advisors are together; same place, same time. Now’s your chance to gain more clarity! Bring your important and frequently asked questions, those that keep you awake at night, those from other family members, employees, leadership, and your customers. Our "own" expert panel of the day includes Tracy Richardson Attorney at Law, Thomas D. Rohde Financial Advisor, Kim Garrett Accountant, and Julie Kilty with her real life experiences.

2:35 - 2:45 Dessert Break

2:45 - 4:00 Breakout sessions (35 min each):

Rising Lotus Wellness Center will demonstrate a detox foot bath and accupuncture; Wendy Crill, fitness instructor, will show us some simple strength and stress-relieving exercises; Know your knots! You will leave here knowing some common hand knots after a knot-tying demonstration and a little practice.