Connecting People. Strengthening Community.

Our Family Enterprise Center Ambassadors are leaders in family-owned businesses who understand both the challenges and rewards of working with those closest to you. Every Ambassador brings unique experiences—both in business and in family—and is committed to helping others navigate the journey. They’re here to share their stories, answer your questions, and help you feel more connected from the very beginning.

Become an Ambassador

What to help others feel the same sense of belonging you’ve experienced here?

Our Ambassador Program is for members who are passionate about the Family Enterprise Center’s mission and want to give back by helping others connect, learn, and grow. Ambassadors commit to attending events regularly, welcoming new members, and representing the Center in the community.

As an Ambassador, you’ll:

  • Be featured on the website and in new member materials
  • Receive an Ambassador name badge and branded Center gear
  • Expand your network while supporting a growing community

If you’re interested in serving as an Ambassador, email us at fec@kennesaw.edu to learn more.

Meet Our Ambassadors

Whether you’re considering membership, attending your first event, or wondering how to get more involved, these peer leaders are a great place to start.

Reach out directly to any Ambassador to start a conversation.

Matt Filer

Matt Filer

Innovative Outsourcing | 2nd Generation
Vice President | Atlanta, GA
mfiler@innovative-outsourcing.com

Biography
Matt is the Vice President of Innovative Outsourcing, a firm with a 30-year legacy of providing Consultative Recruiting and Fractional HR services to companies with under 150 employees. Matt joined the Family Enterprise Center as an Ambassador because of his passion for fostering exceptional cultures not only in the workplace but also within the home.

I love family businesses for their emphasis on values and legacy, which can translate into a deeply committed and loyal workplace. This provides a unique opportunity to cultivate a truly people-centric culture where individuals are an integral part of a shared, long-term vision.


Fun Fact
He enjoys any sport that requires a ball, surfing, and having his mood on fall Saturdays determined by the success of the Georgia Bulldogs.

Rob Miller & Melanie Jones

Rob Miller & Melanie Jones

Trefoil Gardens | 1st Generation
Partners | Woodstock, GA
TrefoilGardens@gmail.com

Biography
Melanie oversees operations at the business, managing propagation, botanical products, and floral divisions, while Rob leads sales, field operations, and design and consulting services. Together, they are dedicated to building a sustainable lifestyle and expanding access to safe, natural products within their community. Through their gardens and consulting work, they also help teach market garden techniques to the next generation of urban farmers.

When we started working with the FEC, we didn't know how much we didn't know, and how far from "sustainable" our business was. The workshops, panel discussions, and peer and individual support we've received has shifted not only how we view our business and our roles in it, but also helped to broaden and improve our family dynamic.


Fun Fact
In the last 18 years, they have successfully fostered and re-home over 30 dogs through IDOG rescue. They currently have 2 pups, a goldendoodle named Sammy, and a labradoodle named Snickers.