Family wealth encompasses more than the financial capital of the family. From a multi-generational and family sustainability perspective, it’s about thinking beyond the private wealth and incorporating a holistic approach that prepares the human capital, enhances the intellectual capital, and builds the appropriate governance framework. This shift in thinking and practice will foster clearer communication among family members, stronger family cohesiveness, and well-prepared heirs who are better positioned to govern the family enterprise.
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Inside Scoop: D&O Insurance Tips and Trends
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In this episode, two industry experts share their thoughts and practical guidance on directors and officers insurance (D&O), covering the fundamentals of the protections that A-B-C D&O insurance coverage provides and the three topics that D&O insurers are focused on right now: event-driven litigation such as cyber breaches; board diversity, and shareholder activism around ESG. They also explain how you can be better equipped to negotiate your insurance coverage, especially during the renewal process.
Rob Wolcott, Co-Founder and Chairman of The World Innovation Network (TWIN), will explain the ‘great unwinding’ of 2021 and how organizations can harness the powerful yet chaotic energy that will be unleashed on the world as society opens back up. Now more than ever, organizations need to identify what objectives they’ll prioritize during this unprecedented period, which changes born of the pandemic they will retain, what re-opening will mean for their stakeholders, and understand who needs help and how they can contribute in relevant ways that align with their values.
Succession will happen—it’s a matter of when, not if—so families should approach it with strategic forethought, flexibility, and responsiveness to ensure a smooth, successful transition. Through three different scenarios that encompass most transitions, learn how the decision-making process succession varies in significant ways across those scenarios. There are many aspects to robust succession planning, which, when done well, can help align decision-making and strengthen family unity.
Family wealth preservation is not guaranteed simply by effectively managing a family’s wealth. The most successful multigenerational families all share five key attributes. FOX Foresight keeps you up to date on our latest thinking about matters affecting Enterprise Families. It gives you our forward look on what we're learning from our members and subject matter experts. Please share it broadly with your family, your office, and your advisors
Your Heirs and Wealth: Fostering Purpose
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Without the usual financial pressures of family wealth, how do you teach your children about money, work, and personal responsibility? Because the stakes are high at this point in your family journey, this article by NEPC recommends starting with the family fundamentals and a sense of purpose for the wealth. It further outlines a reliable 1-2-3 structure you can rely on to help put your heirs and their wellbeing on the right path.
Independent directors can enhance a family business board in a variety of ways, including providing expertise in a range of subject matter areas, leadership development, and learning opportunities. They can also help owners expand diverse viewpoints, adapt to changing circumstances in the market, and help make decisions that are difficult for the family. If you’re ready to bring in outside experts to your board, there are three steps that can help you navigate the process.
2020 FOX Family Forum: Key Insights and Takeaways
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At the 2020 FOX Family Forum, family members, office executives, and their trusted advisors heard how other families have built plans
The Evolving Role of the Wealth Advisor
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Moderated by FOX’s David Toth, we’ll hear from three prominent wealth advisors regarding the advisor role, how they see the role evolving, the technology influencing what they do and how they do it, and the skill sets they seek in the next advisor generation.Presenters:Thomas P. Melcher, Managing Director, Director of Family Wealth, GlenmedeJack Thurman, Managing Partner, BKD Family OfficeJohn Zimmerman, President, Ascent Private Capital Management of U.S. Bank
Best Practices for Virtual Client Engagement
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With almost all meetings now happening virtually, how are firms establishing and growing client relationships? Demonstrating your firm’s capabilities, better understanding client needs, maximizing touchpoints, and building deeper client relationships are all important client engagement goals. In this session, leading family learning and events professionals will share their successful strategies and activities to reinvent engagement activities, as well as tips and best practices to help you reinvigorate your own client engagement strategy.Presenters: