Stewardship, Responsibility, and the Next Generation of Wealth

Stewardship, Responsibility, and the Next Generation of Wealth

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian Adams sits down with Frazer Rice, Director of Family Office Services at Next Capital Management, to discuss what happens after trusts and estate plans are established. Their conversation explores how families can prepare beneficiaries to understand wealth, responsibility, and stewardship long before they inherit assets. They examine the importance of financial education, communicating the purpose behind estate planning structures, introducing beneficiaries to fiduciaries and advisors, and helping younger generations develop a sense of responsibility that extends beyond personal wealth. To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com This episode is sponsored by In Three Generations. In Three Generations provides education and coaching for individuals and families with significant financial means, helping both leading and rising generations navigate wealth with confidence, clarity, and intention. Learn more at inthreegenerations.com

Captive Insurance and Family Offices: Taking Control of Risk

Captive insurance companies have become an increasingly valuable tool for family offices seeking greater control over risk, insurance costs, and long-term planning. In this panel episode, Brian Adams is joined by Paul Vogelgesang and Yvette Connor to explore how captive insurance structures work, when they make sense, and the key considerations families should evaluate before moving forward. The conversation covers governance, regulatory oversight, risk transfer, IRS scrutiny, and the role captives can play in broader family office strategies. Paul and Yvette also share practical lessons from their experience helping organizations design and manage captive insurance programs. 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.

Creating Space for Connection: The Rise of Multi-Generational Travel

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Brian C. Adams sits down with luxury travel advisor Amira Bixby to explore how the travel landscape has evolved for high-net-worth individuals and families. Drawing on her background on Wall Street and her experience designing bespoke travel experiences around the world, Amira shares insights on emerging destinations, the realities of luxury travel pricing, and why trusted advisors have become increasingly valuable in an era of complexity and rising demand. The conversation also examines the growing popularity of multi-generational travel, balancing unique experiences with practical considerations, and how thoughtful planning can help families create lasting memories together. To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com This episode is sponsored by Ultimate Resumes and BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors. Founded by Liz Handlin, Ultimate Resumes helps professionals transform their resumes into powerful career marketing tools. Through an in-depth consultation process and strategic storytelling, they help clients clearly articulate the value they bring to potential employers, boards, and leadership teams. Learn more at ultimateresumes.com. 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.

Luxury, Liquidity & Legacy: Rethinking Collectibles as Assets

In this Mack Podcast panel discussion, Brian Adams is joined by Eric Wind of Wind Vintage, Rich Vinhais of Wax Collect, private jeweler Asher Hoffman, and Molly Gron of Freeman’s Auction House to explore the role of watches and collectibles within family office portfolios. Together, they unpack the shift from hobbyist collecting to institutional-level acquisition strategies, touching on provenance, authentication, liquidity, estate planning, insurance, generational wealth transfer, and the growing influence of storytelling in alternative assets. The conversation also examines the realities behind gray market pricing, collector psychology, long-term holding strategies, and why relationships, expertise, and patience remain critical advantages in the world of passion assets. To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com This episode is sponsored by Ultimate Resumes and BanyanGlobal Family Business Advisors. Founded by Liz Handlin, Ultimate Resumes helps professionals transform their resumes into powerful career marketing tools. Through an in-depth consultation process and strategic storytelling, they help clients clearly articulate the value they bring to potential employers, boards, and leadership teams. Learn more at ultimateresumes.com. 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.

Designing Family Offices That Endure Beyond the Founder

In this episode of The Mack Podcast, Stephan Roche joins Brian C. Adams for a conversation on what it really takes to build a family office designed to last beyond the founder. They discuss the difference between founder-dependent and founder-designed family offices, why purpose and governance matter early on, and how families can create structures that support long-term continuity rather than short-term convenience. Brian and Stephan also explore the growing complexity of the family office landscape, including talent challenges, next-generation engagement, independent governance, private investing trends, and the increasing role of emotional intelligence in leadership. To learn more about Mack International, please visit www.mackinternational.com This episode is sponsored by Ultimate Resumes. Founded by Liz Handlin, Ultimate Resumes helps professionals transform their resumes into powerful career marketing tools. Through an in-depth consultation process and strategic storytelling, they help clients clearly articulate the value they bring to potential employers, boards, and leadership teams. Learn more at ultimateresumes.com.