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The Enlightened Family Business Podcast

Chris Yonker
Family Business
Leadership
Family Governance
Succession
Stress
Governance
Artificial Intelligence
Estate Planning
Exit Planning
Green Goo
Burnout
Governance 2.0
Resilience
Longevity
Wealth Transfer
Succession Planning
Puzzle Setting and Puzzle Solving
Mosaic Cakes
Wealth and Well-Being
Raymond James

What if governance, succession, and leadership weren't just business strategies—but sacred opportunities for growth, healing, and transformation? Welcome to The Enlightened Family Business Podcast with Chris Yonker—author, trusted advisor to ultra-high-net-worth families, and 7th-degree black belt whose work bridges legacy with soul. This isn't your typical family business podcast. Each episode di... more

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The Enlightened Family Business Podcast

Ep. 164: Unlocking Inner Potential: Tools for Sustainable Leadership

with Shalin Desai

In the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker welcomes Shailendra (Shalin) Desai, an engineer and l... more

Susan Weingartner has spent more than 25 years working at the intersection of capital and human behavior.

Although she grew up as the daughter of a wealth advisor, Susan initially chose a different path. Her career led her through philanthropy, imp... more

The Enlightened Family Business Podcast

Ep. 162: You May Be Making Decisions in the Dark — Jacques Santucci on Financially Preparing Your Business for the Future

In this episode of the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker sits ... more

The Enlightened Family Business Podcast

Ep. 161: AI Is Coming Fast — What Family Businesses Should Do Now with Jack Potvin

In this episode of the Enlightened Family Business Podcast, host Chris Yonker is joined by AI product builder Jack Potvin ... more

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Jacques Santucci
President of Opus Consulting, CFO experience in family-owned businesses
Opus Consulting
Episode: You May be Making Decisions in the Dark - Jacques Santucci on Financially Preparing your Business for the Future
Jack Potvin
Guest speaker on AI adoption for independent family businesses
Unspecified (Family AI advisor)
Episode: AI Is Coming Fast — What Family Businesses Should Do Now with Jack Potvin
Doug Baumoel
Author of Deconstructing Conflict, Understanding Family Business, Shared Wealth and Power; co-author
Continuity (Family business consulting)
Episode: The Family Factor: Why Some Families Survive Conflict and Others Don't with Doug Baumoel
Dr. Mark Su
Founder of RootSeek Health; President of ISEAI; longevity/functional medicine expert
RootSeek Health; True Wellness clinic
Episode: You Can't Lead the Next Generation If You're Not Around For It — Dr. Mark Su on Longevity
Don Ford
Estate planning attorney
Ford Bergner (fordbergner.com)
Episode: The Conversation Your Family Needs to Have Before You Die — with Attorney Don Ford
Nate Collins
Former CEO of a multi-generational family business, now an advisor focusing on exit planning and wealth strategy
Raymond James
Episode: The Hollow Win: What a mid-eight figure Exit Taught One CEO About Money, Purpose, and What Actually Matters with Nate Collins
Patrick Thean
Best-selling author, early pioneer of scaling up methodologies; founder of MetaSys (transportation and logistics software)
Patrick Thean, MetaSys
Episode: Stop Reacting, Start Strategizing with Patrick Thean
Jodi Scott
Founder of Green Goo, herbalist, co-creator of the skin-care line
Green Goo
Episode: How a Family Turned a Passion Project into a Resilient Brand With Jodi Scott
Mehmet Tascioglu
Gen Z founder of Mosaic Cakes
Mosaic Cakes
Episode: A Family Built Startup Story From The Kitchen Table with Mehmet Tascioglu

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 25 ratings
  • Chris is so inspiring

    This is a great podcast for anyone who has built a busy business and life and is thinking about a deeper sense of purpose.

    Chris talks with some successful, fascinating, and generous people who can help you navigate transition and building a more fulfilling life in and out of the office.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ImpactMaker
    United States4 years ago
  • Great podcast for business leaders

    I enjoy this podcast very much and have gotten some great insights from Chris

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WDPeach
    United States4 years ago
  • Well done Chris! This is why you want to listen to this podcast

    Behind the scenes with successful people running successful companies — add to that a well-spoken host with great experience, lots of wisdom and an ideal way of presenting a message….all that combined equals “The Secret Thoughts of CEO’s. ~Doug Sandler, Turnkey Podcast Productions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DJ Doug Sandler
    United States4 years ago
  • Fresh and Inciteful

    Here’s a podcast that actually provides a unique perspective on the advertised subject matter. The topics are relevant, realistic, and presented in a thought provoking manner. Chris is an excellent host who isn’t shy about challenging his guests with questions that lead to a lively discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TK21LL
    United States5 years ago
  • Excellent and thought-provoking!!

    Chris is a master interviewer, he asks unique questions to take the conversation to soul depths. I love this podcast. Way to go Chris!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Amber Lilyestrom
    United States5 years ago

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High-quality guests and thoughtful, challenging questions.
Audience finds episodes uplifting and transformative, with practical frameworks for real-world use.
The show is praised for actionable takeaways and a nuanced look at wealth and governance.
Listeners value the blend of business strategy with personal growth and wellbeing.
Compelling host with deep insights into leadership and family dynamics.

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When Families face Echoes of the Past with Steve Legler
Q: What role does a family council play in succession planning?
A family council acts like a university for governance, teaching stewardship, governance, communication, and wealth management, while providing a structured forum for ongoing dialogue to reduce conflict during ownership transitions.
When Families face Echoes of the Past with Steve Legler
Q: Can you walk us through how you approach a family meeting when past issues are clouding present decisions?
We start with one-on-one conversations to understand personal triggers, then design a safe group space with clear roles, ensuring all participants feel heard. We emphasize pre-work, establish a structured agenda, and use outside resources if needed to support deeper work.
You May be Making Decisions in the Dark - Jacques Santucci on Financially Preparing your Business for the Future
Q: How does a family know when it's time to start considering these resources like a CFO or fractional CFO?
Families typically recognize the need when cash flow is unstable, forecasting is poor, or strategic decision-making becomes constrained by emotion or legacy pressures, signaling that a formal financial leadership role could help.
You May be Making Decisions in the Dark - Jacques Santucci on Financially Preparing your Business for the Future
Q: Can we talk through those roles?
We discuss how a bookkeeper, a controller, and a CFO each play distinct, essential roles, with the CFO focusing on cash flow, forecasting, budgeting, and strategic decisions to drive growth and compliance.
AI Is Coming Fast — What Family Businesses Should Do Now with Jack Potvin
Q: What are the practical first steps for a family business to start using AI?
Start with professional subscriptions for core tools (chatbots, cloud AI), then leverage vertical AI within existing systems (ERP, QuickBooks, etc.), and finally build a knowledge base and workflows that embed AI into daily operations.

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An insightful show focused on governance, succession, and leadership within multi-generational families and their enterprises. Across episodes, listeners are guided through identity-driven dynamics, purpose-filled governance, and practices that blend strategic business outcomes with mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. Notable angles include a system-oriented approach to conflict, family storytelling, and practical frameworks for continuity that honor legacy while embracing transformation. A recurring strength is translating complex family dynamics into actionable governance and leadership strategies, making it especially relevant to founders, next-generation leaders, family-office advisors, and wealth managers seeking deeper impact... more

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7. Patrick Thean
8. Jodi Scott

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