Legacy Builders: Strategies for Building Successful Family Enterprises

Prioritizing for Impact: Identifying and Aligning Key Family Objectives


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In this episode, Spencer Mellace shares his journey from his early days as a financial advisor to his current role as a trusted guide for families seeking alignment and prosperity. As a fee-only adviser specializing in estate and succession planning, Spencer emphasizes the importance of a personalized, client-centric approach that focuses on understanding each family's unique dynamics, values, and aspirations. He highlights the significance of prioritizing objectives, tailoring strategies to meet specific needs, and guiding families through the decision-making process with clarity and purpose.

Throughout the conversation, Spencer discusses the evolution of his career and the key lessons he has learned along the way. He highlights the significance of prioritizing objectives, tailoring strategies to meet specific needs, and guiding families through the decision-making process with clarity and purpose. Spencer also delves into the importance of creating a safe space for open dialogue, empowering quiet voices, and fostering a sense of belonging within the family system.

About Spencer Mellace

Spencer Mellace is an advice-only advisor who specializes in helping families and family businesses navigate the complex landscape of estate and succession planning. With a keen focus on understanding each family's unique dynamics, Spencer works closely with his clients to define their family values and wealth philosophy. By gaining a deep understanding of their specific needs and goals, he develops comprehensive plans that align tax, legal, and financial strategies with the family's objectives, ultimately creating a solid foundation for maintaining family harmony.

As a highly qualified professional, Spencer holds several prestigious designations, including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Life Underwriter (CLU), and Trust and Estate Practitioner (TEP). These certifications demonstrate his expertise and commitment to providing top-tier advice and guidance to his clients. Spencer's company, Experience Financial - Coaching and Consulting Inc., serves as a platform through which he delivers his personalized, client-centric approach to estate and succession planning, ensuring that each family receives the attention and support they need to achieve their long-term goals.

Contact Cory Gagnon | Beacon Family Office at Assante Financial Management Ltd. 

  • Website: BeaconFamilyOffice.com
  • LinkedIn: Cory Gagnon
  • LinkedIn: Beacon Family Office
  • Email: [email protected]

Contact Spencer Mellace | Experience Financial - Coaching and Consulting Inc.: 

  • Website: experiencefcc.com
  • LinkedIn: Spencer Mellace
  • Phone: (403) 803-7780
  • Email: [email protected]

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Legacy Builders: Strategies for Building Successful Family EnterprisesBy Cory Gagnon