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Year-End Charitable Giving Strategies: Learn from the Experts
We invite you to join us for year-end charitable giving strategies to consider as we approach the end of 2023. Fiduciary Trust International Director of Estate and Financial Planning and Trust Counsel Bryan Kirk and Philanthropic Director Abby Axelrod-Wunderman...
Policy Update, Legislative Lowdown, and Tax Worldview
House Republicans Continue Search for Speaker; Consequences of Vacancy Grow. Rep. Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) was removed from his position as speaker of the House on Oct. 3, days after he partnered with Democrats to pass a 45-day continuing resolution (CR) to avoid a...
2023 Annual Family Business Report
Each year we reach out to America’s family businesses to get a first-hand reading on what their critical issues are and how policies are affecting their businesses. Through this annual research we focus our initiatives, messages, and calls to our legislative...
Webcast Replay: South Dakota Trusts’ Game-Changing Tactics in Family Business Planning
South Dakota Trust Company Execs in New Webcast Detail How Flexibility in Family Trust Design is Crucial for Family Enterprise Planning ‘Powerful Trust Designs and Structures’ is Topic of Panel Discussion with SDTC’s Paladino, Murphy, Signori, and Family...
Exclusive Webcast Alert: Dive Into Congress’ Future with Frank Luntz on Nov 9!
Register Now for November 9 Supporters Webcast: Listen to Frank Luntz on "How the New Speaker Will Impact Congress" This is a Policy and Taxation Group Exclusive Supporters Only Webcast. Don’t miss out on this important and interesting Supporters Only...
High Growth for Family Businesses Despite Inflation, Labor, and Recession
Growth Continues High for Family Businesses Despite Worries of Inflation, Labor, and Recession, Study Shows Family Enterprise USA Report Reveals 2023 Growth Is Running High for Multi-Generational Family Businesses in Face of Economic Uncertainties Consumers may be...
Exclusive Invitation: State of Family Business & Critical Tax Issues Presentation!
We are pleased to invite you to be our guest for a dinner presentation addressing the State of Family Business & the Critical Tax Issues Impacting the Wealthy in the US Congress on October 19, 2023 at 5:30-7:00pm in Newport Beach, CA 92660. There is a wine...
Weekly Washington Policy Updates
General Updates McCarthy Ousted from Speakership in Historic Move: On Tuesday, Oct. 3, the House made history by removing Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) as speaker of the House in a 216-210 vote. Although 210 Republicans voted to keep McCarthy as speaker, the eight...
Legislative Update and long awaited Tres and IRS Priority Guidance Plan
Government Shutdown Averted at the 11th Hour; McCarthy Ousted from Speakership. On Sept. 30, Congress passed a 45-day continuing resolution (CR) with strong bipartisan support to fund the government until Nov. 17, averting a shutdown. The bill includes $16 billion in...
Navigating Company Valuation Amidst Sales & Mergers: IRS Insight
by Thomas C. Berg, JR., CFA, ASA, CVA & David M. Eckstein, CFA IRS Releases Inflation Reduction Act Strategic Operating Plan: Is an Audit Storm Brewing for High Net-Worth Individuals? In early April, the IRS released its long-anticipated Inflation Reduction...
2023: Family Businesses Flourish Despite Challenges!
Growth Continues High for Family Businesses Despite Worries of Inflation, Labor, and Recession, Study Shows Family Enterprise USA Report Reveals 2023 Growth Is Running High for Multi-Generational Family Businesses in Face of Economic Uncertainties Consumers may be...
Key Industry Leaders Gather: Congressional Family Business Caucus
Congressional Family Business Caucus Meets for Third Time with Family Businesses, Industry Leaders on Capitol Hill Caucus Co-Chair Rep. Brad Schneider (D-Ill), as well as Caucus Members Reps. Nick Langworthy (R-NY), Brad Sherman (D-CA), and Glenn Thompson (R-Pa.),...
Weekly Washington Update: Taxes, Health Care, Immigration, and More
General Updates Government Shutdown Just Days Away: Congress is barreling toward the first full-government shutdown in roughly five years after repeated attempts to enact short-term funding stopgaps stalled or failed. Existing levels of government funding expire at...
Register Today – Ensure Your Family’s Financial Security with a Trust
We are excited to invite you to an exclusive webcast that could transform the way you protect your family's assets and financial future. Mark your calendar for: Event: Powerful Trust Designs and Structures for Family Enterprises: The Need for Flexibility Date: October...
Transform Your Family’s Financial Future with Modern Trust Designs
We are excited to invite you to an exclusive webcast that could transform the way you protect your family's assets and financial future. Mark your calendar for: Event: Powerful Trust Designs and Structures for Family Enterprises: The Need for Flexibility Date: October...
Census Report Fuels Child Tax Credit Debate and More Updates
Legislative Lowdown Census Poverty Report Renews Democratic Push for Child Tax Credit Expansion. The fight for a year-end tax deal may have just gotten a boost. On Sept. 12, the U.S. Census Bureau released three new reports including the Official Poverty...
Saying It Out Loud, By Pat Soldano. September 2023.
Trust is Everything When Saving America By Pat Soldano Family businesses may have to save America. Let me explain. Not so long ago, a more innocent time, we trusted the future would be brighter than the past. The world was not without trouble, but the...
Chris Thorkelson Provides Insights into Post-Covid Growth, Succession Planning, in New Video
Real Estate Leader Lloyd Companies’ CEO Thorkelson Provides Insights into Post-Covid Growth, Succession Planning, in New Family Enterprise USA Video Hosted by Family Enterprise USA’s President Pat Soldano, Lloyd Companies’ Thorkelson details how COVID Shattered...
Discover the Secrets to Safeguarding Your Family’s Financial Future – Join Our Webcast!
We are excited to invite you to an exclusive webcast that could transform the way you protect your family's assets and financial future. Mark your calendar for: Event: Powerful Trust Designs and Structures for Family Enterprises: The Need for Flexibility Date: October...
Make an Impact: Contact Your Representatives to Join The Congressional Family Business Caucus!
Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they are facing a number of challenges. The Congressional Family Business Caucus is a bipartisan group of lawmakers who are committed to supporting family businesses, and we need your help to get...
Comprehensive Updates: Government, Health Care, and Immigration
Government Funding Bills Stall in House and Senate: The odds of a government shutdown gradually increased over the course of this week. In the Senate, consideration of the first appropriations minibus was delayed after Sen. Ron Johnson (R-WI) objected to a procedural...
How Can Philanthropy Build the Next Generation’s Financial Skills?
For family business owners, preparing the next generation to someday join your business is an important goal. Teaching children the financial skills required is a key first step. Our partners at Fiduciary Trust International understand the benefits of educating...
Nasser Watar Joins Family Enterprise USA Board of Directors
Nasser Watar, Chairman & CEO of Trophy Automotive Dealer Group Elected to Board of Directors, Family Enterprise USA Philanthropist working with Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation and Co-Founder Nasser & Rula Watar Foundation, Watar Brings Expertise to Help...
Cybersecurity is No Longer Optional, It’s a Necessity
By Bonnie Ohlinger JD, CPRIA, USI-National Content Manager No one is immune from cybercrime. Large corporations, government facilities, family businesses and individuals are all prey for hackers. In 2022, Americans lost $10.3 billion to a wide variety of...
Congressional Deadline Looms: What to Expect for Fiscal Year 2024
28th Time’s the Charm? For 27 years in a row Congress has failed to pass its 12 spending bills by the Sept. 30 deadline. Will this year bring more of the same? Or will the streak finally be broken? Short-Term CR to Avert a Government Shutdown Likely in...
Register Now for Webcast Starting at 12P PT: Philanthropic Strategies for Successful Families
Are you interested in learning how to make your charitable giving more effective? If so, we encourage you to register for the upcoming webcast "Philanthropic Strategies for Successful Families".In this webcast, Casey Hale and John Peiffer, partners at Brown &...
24 Hours Left: Don’t Miss This Opportunity to Learn How to Make Your Giving More Effective
Are you interested in learning how to make your charitable giving more effective? If so, we encourage you to register for the upcoming webcast "Philanthropic Strategies for Successful Families".In this webcast, Casey Hale and John Peiffer, partners at Brown &...
Unlocking Success: Join us for a Family Business Roundtable with Frank Luntz
We hope you’ve enjoyed this article. While you’re here, we have a small favor to ask… As we prepare for what promises to be a pivotal year for America, we’re asking you to consider becoming a supporter. The need for fact-based reporting of issues important to family...
Your Voice Matters: Contact Your Representatives in Congress Today!
Family businesses are the backbone of the American economy, but they are facing a number of challenges. The Congressional Family Business Caucus is a bipartisan group of lawmakers who are committed to supporting family businesses, and we need your help to get...
Trucking Industry and Family Businesses Unite to Fight Tax Hikes
American Trucking Associations and Family Enterprise USA Form New Strategic Partnership to Advocate Jointly on Capitol Hill The Voice of America’s Truckers Team Family Enterprise USA to Fight Negative Tax Proposals Aimed at Hurting Truckers, Family Businesses The...