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April 12, 2025 | FBCG was a proud sponsor of Transitions Spring held on April 9-11, 2025 in St. Petersburg, FL. FBCG consultant Robert DeAngelis co-presented a special preconference session on “Family Governance Fundamentals” and senior consultant Lisa Morel facilitated a panel on “How to Engage Married-Ins.” Lisa also led a breakout session interview with her client on “From Business as the Glue to Family as the Glue: What Works Across Generations?” That session was so popular that the organizers had to break down the divider to make room for all 90 people! 

March 19, 2025 | Congratulations to FBCG consultant Shawna Lecuyer, on being named one of Private Company Director magazine’s “2025 Directors to Watch.” Known for her collaborative leadership, Shawna helps organizations align stakeholders and drive long-term success. Per the nomination, “Shawna Lecuyer is an accomplished director and governance expert, serving as vice chair at PrimeCareHealth, an award-winning community health center, where she leads the board quality committee. She is also chair of the human capital committee at Family Office Exchange, a premier global peer network connecting enterprise families with resources to thrive. Her prior board service includes Compatibility LLC, Harvest Insurance Company and several association boards.”

February 7, 2025 | The Purposeful Planning Institute appointed Kristi Daeda, FBCG’s President and CEO, Dean of Family Business for a three-year term. In her role, Kristi will help shape thought leadership, frameworks, and meaningful conversations that inspire flourishing lives and enduring legacies. PPI’s mission is to educate, empower, and develop family advisors to cultivate family flourishing and individual well-being.

February 20, 2025 | FBCG’s Amy Wirtz is gracing the cover of the inaugural edition of Annual Exit by Exit Planning Institute. Amy, recognized as the Exit Planner of the Year, is spotlighted for her invaluable guidance and expertise in aiding family firms through their business transitions. Listen to Amy’s journey as an exit planner and a family business consultant on “The Exit is Now” podcast.

February 6, 2025 | Private Company Director magazine published “Recruiting the Best Directors” article co-authored by Agape Redwood Rogers, our Board Search Practice Lead, and Rob Sligh, FBCG senior consultant. They share that great boards don’t just happen — they’re built with intention, starting with the right directors. This article walks through how to recruit top talent to your board, tackle common fears, and create a board that’s not just for show, but a real asset to your enterprise’s future.

February 1, 2025 | FBCG consultant Jennifer Strom is serving as an Executive in Residence at the John L. Ward Center for Family Enterprises, Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University. She will provide input on strategic planning, course offerings and content, student and alumni engagement, and research direction. Jennifer is also an adjunct lecturer for the center and a Kellogg alumnus.