While the media often highlights family business failures, our
clients have been in the media spotlight for their successes. It
is our special privilege to work day in and day out with hundreds
of business families who are making wise choices for this generation
and generations to come.
M&C Specialties Company
"The Forums have given us hope,
invaluable learnings and a place to share with others who have
similar challenges and opportunities. We also found the Policy
Handbook for Business Families to be a helpful
guide which has added structure to our ‘3rd generation
meetings.’ Henry Landes was key in launching these regular
meetings and facilitated our early sessions. I also want to credit
Henry as the driving force behind the development of our outside
board of directors. Congratulations on 10 years of service
to family firms! I look forward to continuing to gain value through
the Forum and the various services offered by the Center."
Don Rauch, President
M&C Specialties Company, Southampton, PA
Four Seasons Produce, Inc.
"Henry is a superb listener who has the ability to grasp
the spoken as well as the underlying issues. He offers thoughtful
counsel and feedback based on his deep
knowledge and varied experience of family business issues.
An excellent facilitator of our family
meetings, Henry keeps us focused; and I count on him to keep me
on track with where I/our family needs to go.
David Hollinger, Chairman
Four Seasons Produce, Inc., Ephrata, PA
Weaver Companies, Inc.
During monthly family meetings facilitated by Henry Landes, the
Weavers developed a Code of Conduct,
a Family Learning Policy and a Crisis
Plan. "These meetings are teaching us a lot about
communication. We discuss our goals,
dreams and struggles, which is helping us avoid blindly forging
ahead."
Ken Weaver
Weaver Companies, Inc., Goodville, PA
Ateeco, Inc. (Mrs. T’s Pierogies)
"Why do I drive 1½ hours to attend the Family Business
Forums? Obviously the value I gain from the presenters and other
members is worth it. As a result of our involvement with the Forum
and the Center over the years, we have been able to confront
difficult family issues, implement
an acquisition plan
and develop a strong board
of directors, some of whom are members of the
Forum. As a member of the Forum, I have also forged many valuable
relationships which have been instrumental in
my professional and personal development."
Tom Twardzik, President
Ateeco, Inc. (Mrs. T’s Pierogies), Shenandoah, PA
 Byers'
Choice Ltd.
"There's six family members in our business. Our
family circle is strong. We owe much of that strength to
our active participation in the Center's programs... the Family
Business Forum and the TEC group have allowed us to build a family
business bond we never dreamed possible."
Bob Byers, Sr., Chairman
Byers' Choice Ltd., Chalfont, PA
 Piper
Classics
"We've been nudged to discuss the stuff
that counts. Our family has done more honest thinking and
talking about critical issues as a result of our involvement in
the Center's process. All I have to do is see the Center's newsletter
and I know Henry is thinking about us.
It reminds us of the commitment we have to each other."
Dave Chittick, President
Piper Classics, Pipersville, PA
George Didden Greenhouses, Inc.
"Genuine and authentic are
words that describe Henry. Henry brings deep understanding
and wisdom from years of experience with business families and
his own continual personal growth. Willing to wade into difficult territory and deal with
tricky issues, Henry offers choices and lasting peace. Speaking the truth in love, Henry
brings fresh, nonemotional perspectives as well as humor to difficult situations."
Ken Ruch, General Manager
George Didden Greenhouses, Inc., Hatfield, PA
Clemens Markets
"Clemens Markets has been a member of the Delaware Valley
Family Business Center nearly from its inception. Henry Landes
is to be commended for the quality of family businesses he has
solicited for membership and applauded for individually showcasing
them at the Family Business Forums so we can understand what makes
them tick. Listening to the various scenarios, whether successes
or lessons learned — these Forums have proved to be an invaluable
source of information, not only in our 'family' business, but
in our personal family lives as well."
Jack Clemens, President/CEO
Clemens Markets, Kulpsville, PA
Lincoln Investment Planning
"Henry's work as acting Chair of our Board of Directors
meetings, in lieu of my father, the actual chair, has made a significant
impact in the effectiveness of our meetings. Henry has implemented
structural changes which have created a better flow of information
and improved the quality of our conversations."
Ed Forst, President
Lincoln Investment Planning, Wyncote, PA
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