Finding Your Fit: Designing Custom Roles Across Generations

In our latest episode, Bill Brushett, Advisor, Director, and TEC Canada Chair, shares his insights on intentional leadership development and succession planning in family enterprises. With over 40 years of experience spanning roles from President & CEO of Family Enterprise Canada to National Clients & Services Partner at Grant Thornton LLP, Bill brings a powerful combination of financial acumen and executive wisdom to help families navigate generational transitions and strategic growth.Throughout the conversation, Bill illuminates the interplay between emotional connection and strategic foresight in family business success. He explores compelling perspectives on mentorship and peer learning while offering practical guidance for developing next-generation leaders. His framework for creating meaningful transitions emphasizes the importance of intentional design and external influence, providing valuable insights for families seeking to build lasting legacies that honor both individual aspirations and collective purpose.About Bill BrushettBill Brushett is a highly accomplished leader, advisor, and mentor with over 40 years of experience in financial management, executive leadership, and governance. Currently working closely with family enterprise boards, he offers strategic guidance on governance, leadership transitions, and sustainable growth. As a TEC Canada Chair, he mentors emerging executives and business leaders, creating transformative growth opportunities. His previous role as President & CEO of Family Enterprise Canada saw him championing family-owned businesses, helping them navigate succession planning, governance, and wealth stewardship. During his distinguished career at Grant Thornton LLP, he rose to become National Clients & Services Partner, providing oversight for multiple service lines and steering client strategies.A Chartered Professional Accountant with ICD.D and FEA certifications, Bill's credentials reflect his commitment to excellence and diverse expertise. He holds a Bachelor of Commerce from Memorial University and is a Fellow of the Institute of Chartered Accountants of Newfoundland & Labrador. His community engagement includes contributions to the Arthritis Society, St. John's Board of Trade, and Memorial University's School of Business Advisory Board. Beyond his professional life, Bill is a dedicated family man who values time with his wife, children, and grandchildren, and continues to empower leaders, strengthen businesses, and foster meaningful legacies through his various roles and initiatives.Resources discussed in this episode:Family Enterprise FoundationFamily Enterprise CanadaMindset: The New Psychology of SuccessTEC Canada ChairContact Cory Gagnon | Beacon Family Office at Assante Financial Management Ltd. Website: BeaconFamilyOffice.comLinkedIn: Cory GagnonLinkedIn: Beacon Family OfficeEmail: [email protected] Bill Brushett | TEC Canada Chair: Website: tec-canada.com/about-tec/our-chairs/LinkedIn: Bill BrushettEmail: [email protected] Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.