Progress is never Linear - with Chris Yonker
Safe Space with Francesco Lombardo
Release Date: 07/02/2024
Navigating the Complex World of Family Offices and Family Wealth
Safe Space with Francesco Lombardo
In this episode, Tom McCullough, co-founder, chairman and CEO of Northwood Family Office, joins Francesco to discuss the evolution of family offices, the challenges faced by wealthy families, and the importance of preparing both parents and children for wealth transition. He emphasizes the need for integrated advice and the emotional aspects of wealth management, providing insights into how families can navigate these complexities for better outcomes. Connect with me here: • • • •
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Wealth Education for Future Generations
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In this episode, Vicki Furnish of Wellspring Family Group shares her insights on managing family dynamics within a family business, particularly focusing on the transition to a single family office. She discusses the importance of educating the next generation about wealth, fostering motivation, and the necessity of open communication. Vicki emphasizes the role of emotional intelligence in navigating family relationships and the impact of creating safe spaces for discussions. The conversation highlights the balance between business responsibilities and family connections, ultimately aiming to...
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Creating a Meaningful Legacy with Craig Kielburger
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In this episode, Francesco Lombardo interviews Craig Kielburger, a renowned social entrepreneur and co-founder of WE Charity. They discuss Craig's journey from starting Free the Children at a young age to his collaboration with Oprah Winfrey, which significantly impacted his work in social impact. The conversation delves into the concept of legacy, exploring how families can create meaningful legacies and the importance of self-reflection and accountability in this process. They also touch on the emotional traditions that families pass down, both positive and negative, and how these affect...
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Building Trust to Ensure Sibling Unity
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In this episode of Safe Space, the Fidanza siblings—Paolo, Adrian, and Carmen—share their journey of navigating the complexities of family dynamics after the sale of their family business, Salerno Dairy. They discuss the identity crisis they faced, the importance of self-discovery, and how they transformed their relationships through trust and emotional intelligence. The siblings emphasize the significance of changing their mindsets about money and the value of investing in themselves as individuals and as a family unit. They offer insights and advice for others in similar situations,...
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The Power of Vulnerability in Personal Growth
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In this episode of Safe Space, host Francesco Lombardo speaks with personal coach, therapist, and healer, Ashley Best. Ashley shares her journey from being a CPA to embracing her true self and helping others do the same. The conversation delves into the importance of listening to one's internal compass, the courage to be vulnerable, and the significance of self-love. They discuss the shift in family offices towards recognizing human capital and the impact of shame on personal and familial relationships. The episode concludes with practical advice for the next generation on embracing change and...
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You Can’t Read The Label of the Jar You Are In
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In this episode, Franco interviews family business advisor and co-author of , Russ Haworth, who shares insights from his work with family businesses and the rising generation. They discuss the importance of understanding family dynamics, the quest for legitimacy, and the emotional aspects of succession planning. Russ emphasizes the need for individuals to explore their identity and purpose while navigating the complexities of family businesses. The conversation highlights the shift towards recognizing emotional needs in business relationships and the significance of connection within families....
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Nourishing Traditions: The Link Between Food, Family, and Health with Agathe Holowatinc
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In this episode of Safe Space, host Francesco Lombardo engages with Agathe Holowatinc, Founder of FUELLED, to explore the significance of nutritional traditions and their impact on health and behavior. They discuss practical steps for making healthier food choices, the rise of food allergies, and the importance of understanding food values. Agatha shares insights on how to empower oneself to make better dietary decisions and offers advice on maintaining a healthy lifestyle while honoring family traditions. Connect with me here: • • • • Guest Bio: Agathe Regina Holowatinc, BA,...
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The Journey of Marrying into Wealth
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In this episode of Safe Space, host Francesco Lombardo speaks with John Michael Elder, a third-generation family business member, about the complexities of navigating family dynamics, wealth, and emotional intelligence within a family business. John Michael shares his journey of marrying into a business family, the challenges of understanding wealth, and the importance of emotional intelligence in fostering a supportive family culture. The conversation emphasizes the need for open communication, introspection, and the balance between leveraging wealth and addressing feelings of inadequacy....
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All Relationships are BY Agreement with Renuka Baron
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ORIGINALLY AIRED OCTOBER 8, 2020 We had the pleasure of hosting Renuka Baron, an internationally renowned executive coach and expert in personal and professional transformation on the Safe Space podcast back in October 2020. To this day it remains one of our top episodes. Renuka shared how she empowers individuals and organizations to embrace authentic, soul-driven leadership. Her insights on overcoming limiting beliefs and unlocking true potential were truly inspiring. Don't miss this episode! Connect with me here: • • • • https://veritage.ca
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The Art of Trust: Cultivating Serendipity in Life
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In this episode, Christian Busch, author of The Serendipity Mindeset, explains the concept of serendipity and its importance in personal and professional contexts. He shares his journey from a troubled youth to a successful author and academic, emphasizing the role of connecting ideas and people. The conversation explores how to cultivate serendipity through trust, psychological safety, and vulnerability, particularly in family businesses. Busch provides practical advice on overcoming self-limiting beliefs and fostering meaningful connections, ultimately advocating for a mindset that embraces...
info_outlineWorking with family enterprises and business owners, Chris Yonker helps them navigate the intricate and unique aspects of both being related and owning a business. Combining his own personal experience and professional work with entrepreneurs, executives, athletes, and celebrities, Chris has created a process inspired by eastern philosophy to preserve continuity.
In this episode, Chris offers his advice for both next-gen and senior-gen family business leaders on how to create a safe space to effectively communicate with one another. He also discusses the impact of childhood trauma and why progress is never linear, highlighting that it begins with an internal evaluation of who we really are, why we are here and what we want to do in the world.
Connect with me here:
- https://www.linkedin.com/in/francesco-lombardo-fea-496a7966/
- https://www.facebook.com/VeritageFamilyOffice
- https://www.youtube.com/@VeritageInternational
- https://veritage.ca