EFBC Member President’s Message: Farewell Darrin and Important EFBC Updates
Dear EFBC Community,
This is my final letter as President of the EFBC. My term will be ending on June 30th, and we are transitioning to the next board, and our next President, Joel Spencer.
I would like to sincerely thank all of the people who I have worked with in my term as President, including: My fellow board members, who have volunteered their valuable time to this organization. Our amazing staff, who work tirelessly to make the EFBC run successfully. And all of our members, who drive the culture of the EFBC and make the organization into the community that we all love.
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time on the board and as President, and I would encourage any of you to give it a shot. I learned a lot and met many members that I wouldn’t have otherwise.
Looking forward to the next fiscal year, I’m excited to share some updates and initiatives that we have been building together.
Prospect Forum Launch – First Session August 7
We’re introducing the Prospect Forum, a bi-monthly opportunity for qualified business owners to experience an EFBC Forum firsthand.
The first session will take place on Thursday, August 7. These gatherings give prospects a true look into what EFBC is all about by sharing real stories, engaging in open conversation, and connecting with current members.
If someone comes to mind who would benefit from being part of EFBC, please send their contact information and event interest to liz@myefbc.com.
Event Access Updates To maintain the trust and openness that make our conversations meaningful:
- Fireside Chats and Roundtables are now exclusive to EFBC members
- Signature Events will continue to welcome prospects and guests
Launching EFBC’s Business Curriculum
We’re excited to introduce EFBC’s new Business Curriculum, a learning series created for next-generation business owners and leaders who are stepping into ownership and leadership roles.
This curriculum is designed to bridge the gap between operational knowledge and the broader challenges of business ownership. Topics will include strategic planning, financial literacy, HR and legal compliance, leadership development, digital transformation, and more. Sessions will feature expert instruction from our strategic partners.
We’ll share more details and session dates soon. We’re looking forward to launching this new chapter in EFBC education.
This update allows us to protect the intimacy of our core programming, while still creating space to introduce new people to EFBC through larger events.
Hivebrite Expanding to Employee Members
This summer, employee members at your company will gain access to Hivebrite, giving them the ability to register for events, connect with peers, and engage with EFBC resources more directly.
We encourage you—and your teams—to stay active in the platform: post in the live feed, share insights and resources, and continue building the strong, connected community that makes EFBC special.
Membership Renewal As always, we invite you to renew your EFBC membership and continue investing in your growth and this community. Renew Your Membership
Thank you for the opportunity to serve this community, and for the energy, insight, and care you continue to bring to EFBC. We’re proud of what we’ve accomplished together—and excited for what’s next.
With appreciation,
Darrin Shillair
EFBC President 2024-2025