Speakers cover the basics of what is a Private Trust Company (PTC), including answering common questions families may have about them. Scott D. Weaver, J.D., General Counsel & Chief Fiduciary Officer, Willow Street Moderated by Scott Winget, Enterprise Market Leader, FOX
Compensation committees (CCs) face a critical and urgent challenge: designing competitive compensation strategies in a world where the economy is unpredictable, leader accountability is expected to go beyond the bottom line, and sought-after talent is scarce. Looking ahead, CCs must rise to the challenge of attracting and retaining talent while eff...
Compensation committees (CCs) face a critical and urgent challenge: designing competitive compensation strategies in a world where the economy is unpredictable, leader accountability is expected to go beyond the bottom line, and sought-after talent is scarce. Looking ahead, CCs must rise to the challenge of attracting and retaining talent while eff...
Compensation committees (CCs) face a critical and urgent challenge: designing competitive compensation strategies in a world where the economy is unpredictable, leader accountability is expected to go beyond the bottom line, and sought-after talent is scarce. Looking ahead, CCs must rise to the challenge of attracting and retaining talent while eff...
Compensation committees (CCs) face a critical and urgent challenge: designing competitive compensation strategies in a world where the economy is unpredictable, leader accountability is expected to go beyond the bottom line, and sought-after talent is scarce. Looking ahead, CCs must rise to the challenge of attracting and retaining talent while eff...
At some point on your family journey and through the key life stages, you may take a step back and realize the wealth and legacy you’ve created are going to live on for generations. As you begin to reflect, you can look to the legacy and estate planning guide in this Digest as a starting point. You’ll also find helpful checklists, thoughtful questi...
Also known as a family trust company, a private trust company (PTC) is an entity that allows families to unbundle fiduciary services in furtherance of family and financial goals. In this overview and primer, learn more about the elements of the PTC structure, board roles and responsibilities, and when it makes sense to form a PTC.
Trusts are valuable tools frequently used to transfer wealth within families, preserve and protect wealth, and reduce taxes. Understanding trusts and the role of the trustee is important for the people establishing trusts and the beneficiaries of those trusts. Building on this foundation, answers are provided to some questions about trusts and trus...
The use of a specific ownership structure to provide for the deduction of investment management fees has evolved since 1941 to most recently in 2018 when guidance was provided by the U.S. Tax Court in determining whether the activities of a family investment management company constitute a trade or business. With a review of the details of tha...
Slowing population growth is a global phenomenon. From this research report, learn how to establish a framework by which to understand the dynamics between demographics and economics, along with the likely effect on economic growth and financial markets in the coming decades.
The family enterprise provides a strategic framework for families to stay together and accomplish the shared goals of growing wealth and managing risks through the generations. Within the enterprise, the Private Trust Company (the PTC) provides a beneficial mechanism to support the enterprise and the family’s growth and development. In addition to ...
We’ll examine how to successfully navigate the challenges that arise with the aging and cognitive decline of a family member and/or board member from the perspective of the family office. Aging experts emphasize several strategies for identifying cognitive impairment and ensuring early detection, along with resources and approaches for handling the...
Families often find it challenging to talk about long-term plans and wishes of their aging parents. But it’s never a good idea to wait until there’s a crisis to rally family members together on a plan that will address mom or dad’s needs and wishes regarding healthcare, living arrangements, and long-term financial care. Knowing how to get the conve...
While many individuals may have the skills and experience for a private staffing position, it’s the chemistry and having a system in place that makes it work for all parties. With this guide that includes job descriptions and requirements, discover the actionable insights and best practices for optimizing your private staff throughout the hiring pr...
Occasional memory lapses are not uncommon, but there may be more going on when forgetfulness begins to affect daily functioning, performance or safety. With more than 5 million Americans diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease, it is essential for Family Office Executives to understand more about cognitive decline and recognize the warning signs early. ...