Joshua Nacht

Joshua is a principal consultant with The Family Business Consulting Group, and works with business families to help them become more intentional and organized to achieve their goals. He’s adept at working with multigenerational families to integrate their diverse perspectives and create structured plans for continuity.

Joshua has helped family businesses of all sizes create and develop governance forums, communication and decision-making processes, ownership development initiatives, and family retreat planning. 

An active collaborator and thought leader in the field, Joshua is co-author of numerous articles. He’s the co-author of the book Family Champions and Champion Families, which explores the role of family leaders in creating enduring business family success. 

Joshua has also presented on a range of issues, including next-generation leadership development, multiple roles, incorporating married-ins, and creating generational cohorts. 

Thought Leadership

Honors

  • 2016 FFI Best Dissertation Award

Education

  • PhD: Saybrook university, 2015
  • MA: Naropa University, 2007
  • BA: Cornell College, 1996

Personal

Joshua lives in Lyons, Colorado where he enjoys cooking, listening to music, mountain biking, and nature excursions with his children Benjamin and Naomi. Prior to earning his doctorate, Joshua led wilderness skills trips and worked as a counselor with individuals and families.

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