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61: Meet the New Boss - An Interview with Steve Beauchesne

Let's Talk Family Enterprise

Release Date: 11/29/2024

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Let's Talk Family Enterprise

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Welcome to Let’s Talk Family Enterprise, a podcast that explores the ideas, concepts, and models that best serve Family Enterprise Advisors in supporting their clients.

All views, information, and opinions expressed during this podcast are solely those of the individuals involved and do not necessarily represent those of Family Enterprise Canada.

In our latest episode, Host Steve Legler speaks with recently arrived CEO of Family Enterprise Canada, Steve Beauchesne, to discuss the organization's evolution through the merger, COVID and what's ahead for our community.

Guest bio

Steve Beauchesne

Steve is no stranger to the family enterprise world. His journey with his father, from creating Beau’s, a leading craft brewery, to spearheading charitable initiatives, showcases his exceptional leadership and commitment to making a difference.

Steve’s vision for FEC and FEF revolves around empowering our members with valuable resources and a strong community support system. His track record of visionary leadership, strategic planning, and impactful communication promises to elevate our mission to new heights.

You can learn more about Steve Beauchesne on his LinkedIn and the Family Enterprise Canada website.

Key Takeaways

[:26] Steve Legler welcomes Steve Beauchesne and asks him to share his first experience with Family Enterprise Canada as a former Family Enterprise of the Year Award recipient.

[3:17] Steve talks about MCing and how he has enjoyed connecting with people in the community. 

[5:48] From the two constituents of Family Enterprise Canada to the future ahead, Steve shares his vision for getting back to basics and getting some wind into FEC's sails.

[10:22] The impact stories and venting Steve has heard over the past months are great ways to set guide posts and indicate how truly passionate people are about FEC.

 

[13:27] New members are looking to find advisors, and FEAs are looking for collaborators; the future is about getting the right people connected.

[16:13] Steve doesn’t see finding opportunities as his challenge as CEO. The opportunities are there!

[18:08] Why Steve applied and how he is expecting to effect change.

[20:48] Steve is taking the full FEA course to attain a few specific goals, he explains how he thinks it will help guide him as CEO.

[23:25] The importance of learning before doing, but also champing at the bit!

[26:36] Steve’s thoughts on the team that surrounds him.

[27:51] Steve asks Steve to share one surprising thing about himself as well as one of his aspirations for the organisation.

[28:49] Steve Legler thanks Steve Beauchesne for sharing his passion and knowledge and closes this episode by reminding listeners to rate and subscribe.

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