Tell Us What Matters Most to Your Family-Owned Business
In this insightful episode of the Family Enterprise USA podcast, host Pat Soldano welcomes Catherine Fankhouser and John Fitton, Family Office Advisory executives from Ernst & Young. Together, they delve into the complex world of family offices, providing clarity for enterprising families considering establishing or utilizing one.
Gain a comprehensive understanding of what a family office truly is – more than just wealth management, it’s a collection of essential services tailored to the unique needs of high-net-worth families. Catherine and John break down the three main models: the cost-effective embedded family office, the private and customizable single-family office, and the shared-service multi-family office.
Discover the advantages and potential challenges of each model, including the common pitfalls of embedded offices and the key inflection points that might prompt a transition to a standalone structure. The experts also explore the crucial decisions around insourcing versus outsourcing family office functions and highlight the importance of effective coordination.
Whether you’re a family business owner contemplating your first steps into the family office landscape or seeking to optimize your existing structure, this episode offers valuable insights into the key dimensions to consider – cost, risk management, privacy, and control – and provides guidance on determining the right approach based on your family’s specific circumstances and asset levels. Learn practical advice on finding trusted partners and adopting a long-term, business-oriented perspective to ensure the success and longevity of your family office.
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