In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian Adams sits down with Karen Costa and Brett Scola to discuss the evolving demands facing family office leaders and the growing importance of leadership development within the space.

The conversation explores the legacy of Tony Wood and the vision behind RSM’s partnership with Cornell University to develop a dedicated family office leadership program focused on governance, decision-making, stewardship, and navigating complex family dynamics. Karen and Brett share insights on the professionalization of family offices, preparing for generational transitions, building trust within family enterprises, and why investing in talent and leadership development has become increasingly critical for long-term success.

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This episode is sponsored by FOTechHub.

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