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Peer Roundtables
It doesn't have to be lonely at the top anymore.
The Coleman Center Peer Roundtables, offered at DePaul's Loop & Naperville campuses, are a place where business owners can meet on a monthly basis to:
- Look to their peers - other business owners - for objective points of view that are experience-based
- Receive support from others who have "been there and done that"
- Refresh their perspectives both personally and on their companies
- Learn to transform their fears into aspirations for further success
- Have a sounding board for problem-solving to address business challenges and objectives
"Research from the Kauffman Foundation has shown that businesses in this stage of development, second stage, learn the best from their peers — the people who have "been there, done that." These individuals often become their most credible sources for information and insight as they share similar responsibilities, stresses, opportunities and a passion for growth." - Edward Lowe Foundation
Testimonials
- “…one of the best. I've learned more from fellow business owners than I ever expected...” - Nick G.
- "The biggest difference between the GROW Roundtable and other groups I’ve been involved with is experiences are shared, rather than advice being given." - Tim W.
- “It's been so helpful...I know that we all have benefited from each other's experiences and perspectives." - Christen C.
- Read full testimonials.
Eligibility
- The Entrepreneurial Quest GROW Peer Roundtable is for business owners with annual revenues of $500K+ and least 5 full-time employees.
- The evolve Peer Group is available for business owners with companies generating over $5 million in annual revenues.
2010 Schedule
The GROW Peer Roundtable
- Loop Roundtable begins Fri., Jan. 15
- Naperville Roundtable begins Fri., March 26
The evolve Peer Group
Both Loop and Naperville Roundtables will begin January 2010. Learn more.
"Experience a Peer Roundtable" Events
Join us for a taste of a Roundtable and experience first-hand what it's like to be part of a group where business owners help business owners.
- Loop Events: Wed., Oct. 14 and Thurs., Nov. 19
- Naperville Events: Wed., Oct. 21, Thurs., Nov 12, and Wed. Jan. 13
