MBUniversity Webinars

Don't Fumble the Handoff at the End the Season
Date: Tuesday, September 18, 2012
Time: 3:30 PM ET / 2:30 PM CT / 1:30 PM MT / 12:30 PM PT [Prevailing Time]
Presenter(s): Troy Caldwell, CM, AICA
CUE Credit: 1 Credit Hour

No advanced preparation or prerequisites are required for this course.

Course Description
What is your game plan for handing off your business to the next generation? Whether you are handing it off to family or another seller, you will still need a good game plan for the hand off to be secure. "Don't Drop The Ball!"

In this webinar, Troy Caldwell will share his own experience as a third generation Caldwell in the family business, along with observations about companies he has observed over this past 30 years in the monument industry. Please join us with questions for Troy as you ponder this important process in a business planning that lasts for generations. This will be a catalyst for further discussions well after the webinar has concluded.

Course Outline:
• How to Develop a Plan
• How Business Entities Can Help in the Transition
• Preparation for the "Handoff"
• Ways to Structure the Deal
• How to Secure the "Handoff"
• Walking Off the Field with Honor and Respect

About Our Presenter
Troy Caldwell, CM, AICA has been in the monument business officially for over 30 years, but honestly all of his life. He, along with his brother Tony are the third generation owners and operators of Caldwell Monument Co. which is currently in their 65th year of business. Troy and his wife Ruth, (who also works in the family business) have three daughters: Julie 23, Heather 22, and Emily 18.

Troy has been involved in every aspect of the business throughout the years and currently, his primary roles are sales and design. Troy has been actively involved in MBNA for the past twenty years serving on numerous committees.

Cost
$25.00 for MBNA Members / $65.00 for Non-Members
Note: Registration is FREE for Certified Memorialists®.

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The MBNA Certification Program was developed as a result of a three-year study program by some of the industry's most recognized leaders. It raises the professional standards to those engaged in the memorialization industry and awards the top level of competence and ethical conduct. The MBNA Certified Memorialist® (CM) designation is the highest honor of professional achievement available in the memorial industry. Certification is awarded to individuals, not a firm as a whole. Both Members and non-members of MBNA can apply to become a CM.

Requirements to earn the “Certified Memorialist”® designation under the MBNA Certification Program are divided between successful completion of the examination, which is based upon material in the Certification Manual, and the accumulation of points awarded for participation in the specific activities listed below. To achieve initial certification, a minimum of 50 points must be accumulated; individuals have a maximum of 5 years immediately preceding application for certification during which to accumulate the required points.

To maintain the “Certified Memorialist”® designation under the MBNA Certification Program, an individual must earn a minimum of 30 points in these categories over a period of 3 years. Recertification must be made 3 years from the last designated certification.

This program has been approved for one Continuing Education Unit (CEU) towards initial or recertification as a CM®.What does my registration include?
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