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Who We Are

We foster a vibrant economy by equipping family and private businesses with expert programs, practical resources, and a supportive community.

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Our Mision, Vision, and Values.

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Our Mission

Our mission is to nurture and education family and private businesses to drive a vibrant economy.

Our Vision

Our vision is to equip family and private business leaders with practical knowledge, foster strong peer connections, and build a trusted community that supports sustainable business success.

Our Values

At the Goering Center, are values are simple:

1. Always Do the Right Thing

2. Stay Mission Driven

3. Meet People Where They Are

4. Create and Model a Safe Haven

5. Maximize Impact. 

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Create and Model a
Safe Haven

We welcome all thoughts and opinions without judgment and will always respond with the best interests of the Center and our colleagues at heart, with kindness and respect.​

Maximize Impact

We think and plan before we act to ensure that our chosen efforts are efficiently executed to generate the greatest results for the Center, our members and our colleagues.

Always Do the
Right Thing

We act with integrity at all times, especially when the right thing to do is the hard thing to do: the health of the Center, of our members and of our colleagues is prioritized.​

Mission Driven

We are service driven: everything we do is for the purpose of delivering on our mission to nurture and educate family and private businesses to drive a vibrant economy.​

Meet People Where They Are

We listen, observe and ask clarifying questions to ensure our timing is good and to be able to respond to people in a manner that fits their needs.​

Who We Serve

The Goering Center is a membership-based resource for family and private businesses serving more than 400 member companies. Whether you’re a multi-generational family enterprise, a privately held company, or an emerging business, we are here to help you transition successfully.

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Goering Center Membership

Learn more about our three levels of Membership. Core Membership, Associate Membership, and Corporate Partnership, each designed to support family business succession planning, strengthen private business leadership, and provide valuable resources to help your business thrive. 

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Testimonials

Hear Directly From Our Members

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“Running a small business can be daunting and lonely sometimes, and the Goering Center provides an oasis and a peaceful place to be with others who are walking the same path. There’s a lot of comfort in that.”

Jim Perry

President, Perry Contracting

Core Member 2016-Present

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“The Goering Center does an exceptional job of creating an atmosphere that allows you to share with others on a business and personal level. I always leave meetings with new ideas and techniques that I can implement in my business.”

Aaron Hansen

President, Hansen Scaffolding

Core Member 2008-Present

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“The Bouncing Back luncheon was a wonderful event! All the panelists provided interesting reflections on their individual journeys, and the table discussions were so meaningful. The Goering Center brings together so many leaders from our community, and it’s an honor to be a part of it.”

Leah Bobbey

Greater Cincinnati Foundation

Corporate Partner 2010-Present

“For over 30 years, The Goering Center for Family and Private Business has been an invaluable community resource, helping its members and the community thrive in business, life and relationships. The Goering Center is a regional asset like no other.”


Steve Hater

Business Owner

Goering Center, Retired

“Creating a mentorship mentally culture has always been a large contributor to our success. We work to grow individuals as employees professionally, but more importantly,
as humans.”



Jake Brendamour

CEO/Co-owner, Junk King

Core Member 2015-Present

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