Finding Your Fit: Designing Custom Roles Across Generations

Episode notes

In our latest episode, Bill Brushett, Advisor, Director, and TEC Canada Chair, shares his insights on intentional leadership development and succession planning in family enterprises. With over 40 years of experience spanning roles from President & CEO of Family Enterprise Canada to National Clients & Services Partner at Grant Thornton LLP, Bill brings a powerful combination of financial acumen and executive wisdom to help families navigate generational transitions and strategic growth. Throughout the conversation, Bill illuminates the interplay between emotional connection and strategic foresight in family business success. He explores compelling perspectives on mentorship and peer learning while offering practical guidance for developing next-generation leaders. His framework for creating meaningful transitions emphasizes the importance of intentional design and external influence, providing valuable insights for families seeking to build lasting legacies that honor both individual aspirations and collective purpose.

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