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EXCLUSIVE CEO & NEXT GEN EVENT

The CEO Exchange 2026

Stronger Focus. Stronger Business.

📅  March 11-12, 2026  | 📍  Bowie House – Ft. Worth, TX

Is your team missing the mark? You’re not alone.

  • Goals are set but not met.

  • Priorities shift constantly, and execution suffers.

  • Meetings happen, but momentum stalls.

  • Your team is busy but not always productive.

  • Growth feels harder than it should.

It’s time to refocus.

AT THE CEO EXCHANGE 2026

When your team is focused, everything clicks.

  • Goals aren’t just set, they’re achieved.

  • Priorities are clear, and execution is sharp.

  • Meetings drive momentum, not confusion.

  • Every task moves the business forward.

  • Growth becomes intentional and repeatable.

This is what hitting the mark looks like.

Why attend?

Family businesses face unique challenges and even greater opportunities. But without focus, it’s easy to fall into cycles of misalignment, missed targets, and stalled growth.

 

This event is your chance to step back, refocus, and move forward with clarity.

 

Here’s why it’s worth your time:

 

✅ Cut through the noise. Learn how focused leadership turns scattered efforts into measurable results.

✅ Get aligned. Revisit your core values and leave with a plan to implement them.

✅ Learn from the best. Led by experts with 30+ years of empowering family businesses.

✅ Join your peers. This is exclusively for family business owners and next-generation leaders. No outsiders, no distractions.

✅ Leave with actions. Walk away with tools, clarity, and next steps to help your team hit the mark and build a stronger business.

 

If your business could benefit from sharper focus and better execution, the CEO Exchange is for you.

5 STAR VENUE

This year’s CEO Exchange will be at the 5 star Bowie House, Auberge Resort, delivering luxury with real Texan spirit!
Located deep in Fort Worth’s vibrant Cultural District, this hotel blends Western heritage with modern sophistication… think hat racks and boot benches paired with rain showers and high-end amenities.
What truly sets it apart are its accolades:

  • Named by TIME Magazine as one of the World’s Greatest Places 2024.

  • Earned a “two-keys” rating from the Michelin Guide (one of only a few in Texas!) marking it as “exceptional”.

  • Recognized at the World Spa Awards as Texas’s Best Hotel Spa 2024.

Get the best insights for family businesses while relaxing and recharging at this spectacular venue!

“I was a little reluctant about attending at first. I thought my management techniques worked for me and being one of the older folks I didn’t think there was any benefit for changing. Boy was I wrong! After attending I learned so much. The round tables were so informative, hearing how others handle situations, and their ideas were so informative. I gained many new ideas and techniques that I never would have thought of. It was not only beneficial for me but more importantly it was good for our company!“

Quality Oil & Gas Co., a Family Business since 1945

WHO'S SPEAKING?

KEYNOTE: DR. KEVIN ELKO

As our top-rated speaker for almost a decade, Dr. Kevin Elko continually blesses Meridian members with new surprises and insights to become an even more effective leader. As he shares numerous insights from his college and Super Bowl championship background, get ready for wisdom that transforms the workplace as well as athletic teams. Dr. Elko is no stranger to setbacks after experiencing his own near-death medical scare that magnified his fuel and fire to show leaders how to turn every obstacle into an opportunity. Join us as your passions and priorities get accelerated to make this your best year yet!

KEYNOTE: DR. KEVIN ELKO

As our top-rated speaker for almost a decade, Dr. Kevin Elko continually blesses Meridian members with new surprises and insights to become an even more effective leader. As he shares numerous insights from his college and Super Bowl championship background, get ready for wisdom that transforms the workplace as well as athletic teams. Dr. Elko is no stranger to setbacks after experiencing his own near-death medical scare that magnified his fuel and fire to show leaders how to turn every obstacle into an opportunity. Join us as your passions and priorities get accelerated to make this your best year yet!

WORKSHOP LEADERS

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BETSI BIXBY
Vision & Cash Flow Expert
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KAYLA DUBA
Family Business Communication Specialist
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JIM BERNER
Business Value Creation Master

WHO SHOULD ATTEND THIS EVENT?

The Family Business Owner Who Wants More Focus

  • No matter what you try, your business isn’t hitting the mark
  • The team is working hard, meetings are happening, but results aren’t what you want
  • You know your business has the potential, but need to get it stronger

The Family Business Owner Who Wants Accelerated Results

  • The business is successful and you’re hungry for more
  • You’re happy with some areas of the business, but you know you could improve
  • You’re ready to stack more skills to be an even better leader

The Family Business Next Gen Future Owner

  • You’re learning the ropes and ready for more leadership skills
  • The company is going through leadership transitions
  • You’re ready to get time-tested techniques that strenghten the business

RATE SCHEDULE

Deadline

November 30th, 2025

 

December 31st, 2025

 

January 31st, 2026

 

February 28th, 2026

Ticket Price

$3,495

 

$3,695

 

$3,895

 

$3,995

Deadline  |  Ticket Price

November 30th, 2025                    $3,495

 

December 31st, 2025                    $3,695

 

January 31st, 2026                    $3,895

 

February 28th, 2026                    $3,995
Time Before Next Rate Increase:
2025/11/29 23:59:59

THIS YEAR'S AGENDA

MARCH 10TH
7:00PM – Non-Hosted Meet & Greet

 

march 11th
7:30AM – Delicious Buffet Breakfast
8:00AM – Welcome & Introductions
8:30AM – Valuable Sessions Begin!
12:00PM – Hosted Networking Lunch
1:00PM – Valuable Sessions Continue
4:30PM – Wrap Up
4:30PM – Hosted Networking Dinner

 

march 12th
7:30AM – Delicious Buffet Breakfast
8:00AM – Welcome Back
8:30AM – Valuable Sessions Begin!
12:00PM – Hosted Networking Lunch
1:00PM – Valuable Sessions Continue
2:30PM – Wrap Up
3:00PM – The CEO Exchange 2026 Concludes

 

 

*Schedule subject to change

FIND OUT IF THIS EVENT IS RIGHT FOR YOU!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

What is included with my ticket?

All meals are included in your ticket!

Can I bring my Next Gen?

Yes! This event is exclusively for family business owners and their next gens or upcoming leaders.

What is the expected ROI?

Companies who send leaders to learn and network at this family business event who are open-minded & ready with questions make back at least 10x their spend from the actionable ideas they get to save and make money!

When is the deadline to sign up?

Although you can sign up even 7 days prior to the event, the price increases as we get closer to March 11th. Also note, the discounted hotel rate ends before then or when sold out.

 

Save money, register NOW!

Is this event only for family businesses?

Yes! We have a heart for family businesses which is why we only serve family-owned companies. These businesses have unique challenges that they face and we LOVE helping them succeed not only in their finances, but in their relationships too!

Can I access an agenda for the event?

The general agenda for The CEO Exchange is above. The reason it is not a full agenda is for one awesome reason: Meridian events focus on the real-time, live challenges that attendees bring!

 

We craft unique roundtables around these exact challenges! Return home with solutions and answers to exactly what you want.
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