LMU Family Business Entrepreneurship Program

🚀 Family, Passion, and Entrepreneurship: The Perfect Trio 🚀 Meet Griffin Pickett, a proud LMU alumnus, who is turning a family tradition of entrepreneurship into business success. Graduating in 2021 with a Bachelor's in Business Administration, Griffin's time at LMU laid the foundation for his entrepreneurial spirit. Today, Griffin is the Head of Specialty/Sales at Gym Weed, the innovative beverage startup that’s redefining the functional beverage market. What makes this venture even more special? It's a true family affair. Griffin collaborates closely with his dad, Mike, Aunt Nikki, sister Mikaelee, brother Hunter, and an incredible team to build something remarkable from the ground up. Griffin’s story is a testament to the power of family and entrepreneurship—and we are excited to shine the spotlight on his path to success at the 4th Annual Family Business Entrepreneurship Conference. 🎉 Don’t miss your chance to be part of this dynamic community! Register today and discover how to create a family business spanning generations. Whether you're just starting out, looking to scale, or expanding into new business lines, this event is packed with insights, inspiration, and the network you need to succeed. 📅 Hurry! Our early bird registration discount of 20% ends on August 31, 2024. Secure your spot today and be part of a conference that will elevate your family business to the next level: https://lnkd.in/g9G5xqCx Current students: Feel free to select the student ticket option for a reduced registration fee. #FamilyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #LMUAlumni #GymWeed #LoyolaMarymountUniversity #LMU #LambdaChiAlpha #SmallBusiness #StartupLife #EntrepreneurMindset #BusinessInnovation #Adaptogens #WellnessDrinks #FunctionalBeverages #Innovation #LosAngelesBusiness #LAEntrepreneurs #LAStartups #LosAngelesEvents #SoCalBusiness

Exciting News! We are thrilled to announce that Michael Pickett, the visionary former CEO of Muscle Milk – and current President of Flavor Insights, the family’s new enterprise after the successful sale of Muscle Milk – will be a featured speaker at the 4th Annual Family Business Conference at LMU. Michael's journey is a testament to the resilience and innovation it takes to keep a family business going strong for decades. Muscle Milk, a leader in the nutrition industry, is more than just a household name—it's a family business with deep roots, and it has grown from the passion and dedication of the Pickett family, demonstrating the power of family-run enterprises. Don't miss this opportunity to hear from Michael and other industry leaders as they share insights on sustaining and growing family businesses in today's competitive landscape. Mark your calendars for Sept 20 & 21 and register now for the conference to gain invaluable knowledge and connect with fellow family business professionals. Register before 8/31 for an exclusive 20% discount: https://lnkd.in/gXZxPpsa #FamilyBusiness #Leadership #LoyolaMarymountUniversity #MuscleMilk #FlavorInsights #LMU 
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LMU Family Business Entrepreneurship Program's 4th Annual Conference is just around the corner! It will feature incredible speakers offering inspirational stories. Register here (before the end of August for 20% off): https://lnkd.in/gXZxPpsa One of the sessions will feature family business leadership coach Cathy Carroll, author of "Hug of War: How to Lead a Family Business With both Love and Logic." Cathy will dive into real-world examples of running a thriving family business, and the tough decisions that leaders face. Should you fire your deadweight brother-in-law or comply with your mom's pleas to give him a raise? Should you pay all your kids the same, based on the market, or based on how many of your grandkids they raise? These are the questions family business leaders confront due to the opposing expectations of the family and the business. Cathy has created a framework that offers a new path forward. When the competing impulses of the family mindset and the business mindset are embraced as a polarity, leaders transcend either-or thinking and craft better solutions that embrace the best of both mindsets. Register now to learn how these principles can be used to bring your business and your family into greater harmony: https://lnkd.in/gXZxPpsa

Here is a partial lineup of speakers at the upcoming LMU Family Business Entrepreneurship Program's Annual Conference IV. Our speakers include @Peter Huh, Jihee Huh, Cathy Carroll, MBA, PCC, Michele Mikeska Jaffe, PsyD, Mike Pickett, Griffin Pickett, Isaiah Pickens, PhD (he/him), among others. Register early to get discounted tickets: https://lnkd.in/gXZxPpsa

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As you know in three weeks we are having our next Family Business Forum and we are delighted to announce Bill Stranberg as our speaker for the second session! In our second session, we’ll cover “Attracting, enabling, and succeeding with non-family executives” with Bill Stranberg, Managing Director of Stranberg Resource Group Bill Stranberg is an SRG Partner with extensive experience in executive search across various industries such as the International Executive Resources Group (IERG). He also specializes in sales, marketing, general management, and operations, bringing unique global insights from his seven years in China. Register now to join us and other family business members on Friday June 28th 9am -12pm in the LMU Playa Vista Campus! https://lnkd.in/ggHVzs_w #FamilyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SuccessStories #BusinessTips #CommunityBuilding #Forum

We’re 3 weeks away from our next LMU Family Business Forum focused on Navigating Performance, Accountability, and Culture! During our first session, we’ll cover how to ‘utilize advisory boards for guidance and accountability’ with Dennis Parnagian, Chairman of Fowler Packing, and RJ Mayer, Chairman of The Mayer Corporation. Dennis leads Fowler Packing, a family business started by his father Sam in 1950, now one of the largest growers, packers, and shippers in the fresh produce industry. RJ Mayer is the COO and Chairman of The Mayer Corporation which is one of the nation's leading real estate developers. Their featured projects include the Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa, The Waterfront Beach Resort, La Quinta, and many more. The session will be moderated by Andres Terech, adjunct professor at UCLA Anderson, who is a respected figure in marketing, known for his teaching and consulting work with startups and Fortune 500 companies. Register now to join us and other family business members on Friday June 28th 9am -12pm in the LMU Playa Vista Campus! https://lnkd.in/ggHVzs_w #FamilyBusiness #Entrepreneurship #SuccessStories #BusinessTips #CommunityBuilding #Forum

It was an honor to host Kalika Yap and Lee Hausner, at our recent Quarter-One Symposium. Their expertise in entrepreneurship and psychology added tremendous value to the event, leaving participants inspired and empowered. Highlights included Kalika Yap's engaging workshop, where attendees were guided through practical strategies for entrepreneurial success, and Dr. Lee Hausner's profound insights on strengthening family relationships amidst the challenges of entrepreneurship. Moreover, the next-gen panel, featuring Valerie Hernandez, Tony Reese, Daniel Palladini, and Abhay Pasuparthy, moderated by Kyler Gilbert offered invaluable perspectives on growing up in entrepreneurial families, enriching our understanding of intergenerational dynamics in business. A heartfelt thank you to our speakers, participants, and everyone involved in making the Quarter-One Symposium a memorable and impactful experience. Stay tuned for more inspiring events to come! #QuarterOneSymposium #Entrepreneurship #Psychology #FamilyBusiness #Networking