The Mack Podcast

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian sits down with Andrew Beardsley, founder of Colorado Estate Management, to discuss how estate management is changing as ultra-high-net-worth families navigate increasingly complex properties, staffing needs, and lifestyles.

Andrew shares his path from private chef to director of residences and explains why fractional estate management is emerging as an alternative to traditional full-time structures. The conversation also explores the importance of setting clear expectations, creating consistent processes across multiple properties, maintaining discretion, and building trusted networks of professionals and vendors. Brian and Andrew also discuss why chemistry and cultural fit are so important in domestic and estate roles, and where the industry may be headed as the next generation approaches wealth and lifestyle management differently.

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This episode is sponsored by BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors.

Banyan works with family business owners to navigate complex decisions around succession, ownership, and long-term strategy—helping families clarify their options, align as a group, and move forward with confidence. Learn more at banyan.global.

In this panel episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian C. Adams is joined by Vadym Doroshenko and Giuliano Celle for a conversation on how family offices should approach currency exposure across their portfolios and broader financial lives.

They discuss why FX should be viewed as more than a standalone asset class, how currency risk can appear across investments, operating businesses, liabilities, and jurisdictions, and the role of hedging, governance, and asset-liability matching.

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Personal protection dogs are becoming a growing consideration for families looking to add another layer to their security strategy. But selecting and training the right dog requires far more than simply choosing a breed known for protection.

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian C. Adams sits down with Alex Collier, a professional canine search and rescue handler and founder of Trail Dogs, to discuss what families should understand before investing in a personal protection dog.

To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com

This episode is sponsored by BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors.

Banyan works with family business owners to navigate complex decisions around succession, ownership, and long-term strategy—helping families clarify their options, align as a group, and move forward with confidence. Learn more at banyan.global.

In this panel episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian C. Adams is joined by Matt Malone of Opto Investments, Hendrik Jordaan of Nelson Mullins, and Josh Roach of SFO Collaborative for a conversation on the growing role of club deals and direct investing within the family office landscape.

The panel explores why more families are pooling capital, how family offices can leverage their long-term investment horizons and industry expertise, and what it takes to successfully structure and execute these opportunities. They discuss the importance of alignment, governance, due diligence, trusted relationships, and clearly defined expectations around leadership, liquidity, and investment duration.

To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian Adams is joined by Ross Baird, Founder and CEO of Blueprint Local, to discuss the evolution of Opportunity Zones and their role in long-term family office portfolio construction.

Ross shares how families are using Opportunity Zones to diversify concentrated positions, manage capital gains, and increase exposure to real assets. They also discuss what is changing with Opportunity Zones 2.0, the current opportunity in real estate, common mistakes investors make, and why a strong underlying investment thesis should always come before the tax benefits.

To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com

This episode is sponsored by BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors.

Banyan works with family business owners to navigate complex decisions around succession, ownership, and long-term strategy—helping families clarify their options, align as a group, and move forward with confidence. Learn more at banyan.global.

In this panel episode of The Mack Podcast, we explore how family offices can look beyond traditional financial analysis to identify potential red flags, evaluate management and governance, and better understand the businesses behind the numbers. The panel discusses when forensic accounting can add value, the importance of boots-on-the-ground diligence and strong reporting systems, and how technology and AI are changing the diligence process. The conversation also highlights the role of judgment, trust, and thoughtful deal structuring in protecting capital and making more informed investment decisions.

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In most portfolios, diversification follows a familiar path of public markets, private equity, real estate, and other traditional alternatives. But what about tangible assets that combine rarity, portability, and long-term value?

In this episode, Brian Adams sits down with graduate gemologist Doris Hangartner to explore the investment potential of rare colored gemstones. They discuss how gemstone portfolios are constructed, the market trends driving demand for emerging colored stones, and why some families are incorporating gemstones into broader wealth preservation and legacy planning strategies.

To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com

This episode is sponsored by BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors.

Banyan works with family business owners to navigate complex decisions around succession, ownership, and long-term strategy—helping families clarify their options, align as a group, and move forward with confidence. Learn more at banyan.global.

In this panel episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian Adams speaks with Brandon Henry, Dan DiLella, Robert Dietz, and Bob Chesner about private placement life insurance (PPLI) and its potential role in ultra-high-net-worth and family office planning.

The conversation explores how PPLI can improve the tax efficiency of alternative investments, support multigenerational wealth planning, and provide greater flexibility within a family’s broader portfolio. The panel also discusses the trade-offs, including investor control requirements, liquidity considerations, fees, underwriting, and ongoing administration, as well as the importance of assembling an experienced advisory team before moving forward.

To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com

A family's legacy is built on more than financial and legal structures. It's also shaped by the stories that define its identity, values, and relationships across generations.

In this episode, Brian Adams sits down with Jamie Yuenger, Founder and CEO of StoryKeep, to explore why family narrative should be treated as an essential part of family office infrastructure rather than an afterthought. Together, they discuss how intentional storytelling strengthens governance, creates deeper engagement across generations, and provides a foundation for leadership transitions and long-term family continuity.

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What if your most valuable asset isn't financial capital, but time?

In this special bonus episode, Brian Adams sits down with Olympic medalist, author, and innovation expert John Coyle to explore the concept of time capital—the idea that the quality of our lives is shaped not by how much time we have, but by how intentionally we experience and remember it.

Drawing on neuroscience, psychology, and his own journey from Olympic competition to advising families and organizations, John explains why memories are the true currency of time, how novelty and meaningful experiences can make life feel richer, and why designing moments that matter may be one of the most important investments we ever make.

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