Behind the Scenes at Gibson Guitar
July 18, 2024
5:30pm-9:00pm
Gibson Garage
Join us for an evening at the iconic Gibson Garage for a private event with President and CEO, Cesar Gueikian, a visionary leader who transformed Gibson Brands. This intersection of music, technology and business is a testament to the power of innovation and passion.
We will begin with a Happy Hour and then tour their amazing space...with a behind the scenes look at some of the most coveted guitars in history.
Space is limited, so grab your spot now!
Partners may send ONE representative.
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Raising Worry Free Children with Sissy Goff
August 29, 2024
11:00am-1:15pm
14TENN
What can we do to slow the anxiety epidemic among children and teens and how can we raise them to be emotionally strong?
This presentation by Sissy Goff, Director of Child and Adolescent Counseling at Daystar Counseling Ministries, will provide a deeper understanding of anxiety and worry, practical tools to develop resilience, and hope for the future!
Lunch will be provided and the presentation will include a Q&A session.
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Family Night at Brentwood Skate!
September 8, 2024
6:00pm-8:00pm
Brentwood Skate
Enjoy an evening of laughter, bonding, and endless fun with your EO Family! Whether you're groovin’ on the rink or simply enjoying the company of family and friends, this event promises a fun-filled experience with music, games, and, most importantly, EO community!
A casual dinner and refreshments will be provided, along with a photo booth, complete with fun props and backdrops, to capture those precious memories!
Children and guests are welcome! Hope to see you there!
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Upcoming Exchange Opportunities
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Economic Outlook and Geopolitical Risk
EO Exchange with AllianceBernstein
July 12, 2024
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Virtual- Zoom
In a rapidly evolving economic landscape shaped by technological advancements, social change, unprecedented debt levels and global conflict, the US economy today stands at the threshold of a new frontier.
Join AllianceBernstein’s Chief US Economist, Eric Winograd, for a discussion on the macro-economic environment that will affect every business owner.
Executive’s Candid Guide to Human Capital Decisions
EO Exchange with Culture Index
August 9, 2024
9:00 am - 10:00 am
Virtual- Zoom
Culture Index is a Strategic Advisory Firm that works with business leaders to help them maximize their human capital through the cutting edge of human analytics ensuring optimal top and bottom-line growth. This highly interactive knowledge transfer executive engagement is designed for those recruiting, leading, directing, and managing people. Focused on how to get more ROI and increased engagement out of your existing people, and how to properly recruit and place new hires, you and any key team members will take a quick survey measuring 7 work related traits. In a peer environment you will receive real data on real people, walking away with actionable insights during this highly interactive session.
Key Takeaways To Expect With The Data:
*Identifying intrinsic motivating needs to turn your talent into performance
*How to maximize ROI and employee engagement
*How to better recruit, select, place, and manage talent
*How to intelligently build more powerful, engaged, profitable, predictable teams than ever before
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Moderator Summit and NERVE!
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Attention Forum Moderators!
US East Moderator Summit
San Juan, Puerto Rico
September 4 - 6, 2024
Moderator Summits are EO’s premiere event for YOU, the Forum moderator. Designed to acknowledge and support moderators as the most pivotal leaders within our organization, Moderator Summits offer face to face connection and deep exploration of the most impactful moderator concepts. This event is open to Moderator trained Forum Moderators and Moderator-elects.
During the summit, our expert Forum facilitators Anna Birch and Fletcher McKenzie will guide you through topics such as open coaching, effective 5% Reflections, creating meaningful parking lots, building Deep Dives and managing critical conversations. You will return to your chapter energized, inspired and with a new understanding of how to elevate your Forum experience and leadership journey from fellow moderators across US East.
Sign up now to dive deep with your fellow moderators!
Moderator training is a requirement. If you are not yet Moderator trained, please contact your Chapter Manager to get signed up for a Moderator Training prior to this event.
Forum Moderators Register HERE
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2024 EO Nerve Atlanta
September 17-19
Downtown Atlanta Omni Hotel
This year's theme - PERSEVERANCE
Your Purpose, Your Power
NERVE is a great way to meet other EO members in the US East region and grow as an entrepreneur!
The current registration price is $1,895… and will soon be going up to $1,995…then $2,095, etc.
Prices will NOT be going down!
**If you have joined EO in the past 36 months, you have a voucher of $500 or $750 to use towards your ticket price. You can find this information on your EO profile page and apply the voucher during registration.**
We will be drawing for three $750 rebates to be paid after the event concludes. ALL EO Nashville members that are registered for NERVE will be entered for the drawing.
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Garrison Coley
Home and Office Transitions
Garrison Coley, a third-generation entrepreneur in high-end furnishings, started a sales representative company in Nashville after graduating from Young Harris College in Georgia. Spotting industry gaps, he acquired and expanded a local moving company, later adding an interior designer division to serve interior designers in Middle Tennessee. Today, his companies offer full-suite services including furniture sales, consulting, receiving, warehousing, inventory management, project coordination, and installation.
What is a personal piece of advice (business advice/saying/quote) that you lean on and could pass on to others?
"Stay focused on your lane." As an entrepreneur, your vision and skills shape your business trajectory. With constant distractions, maintaining course can be challenging. It's crucial to periodically reassess your progress, realign your goals, and keep moving forward.
Best business book you’ve ever read?
"My Father's Business" by Cal Turner Jr. was a book I related to and highly enjoyed. Cal, a second-generation leader of The Dollar General company, shares a vulnerable, candid, and exciting narrative of his journey in this autobiography. It's a tale of familial legacy with the joys and pitfalls that accompany it. Plus, the Nashville settings adds an extra layer of enjoyment!
One misstep you took in your business that you could caution others about?
Rushing significant growth initiatives. The thrill of rapid business expansion can be overpowering. However, without focused attention, it's easy to become overwhelmed. I've learned firsthand that there's wisdom in the saying, "I've never seen a ship sink by loading it slowly - only by loading it too fast." Balancing asset acquisitions with financial management is critical.
How to you de-stress after a particularly hard day?
Maintaining my backyard is how I relax - some find this the opposite of relaxation! I have a large willow tree that is very, very thirsty requiring year-round management to keep my grass, garden, and landscaping maintained and beautiful. It is very rewarding and my wife and I really enjoy doing this together.
What’s something about you that would surprise everyone reading this?
I grew up on an animal rescue and equestrian farm. My mother was, and still very much is, an animal lover and an animal rescue advocate. Each month it seemed we had a new and unique rescue. We once had a rescued llama named Steve!
What part of EO are you most looking forward to?
I am a constant student and I love to learn. Embracing the ethos of EO, I am excited to connect with and learn from so many dynamic entrepreneurs.
Any exciting plans for 2024?
This year, I'm exploring the acquisition of another local company which provides complementary services to my existing offerings.
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