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Risk Management at FOX is focused on all aspects of risk for its membership including families, family offices, operating companies, and advisor organizations. FOX hosts a quarterly meeting comprised of different vendors and thought leader specialists whose focus is in the areas of Cybersecurity, Physical Security, Personal Security, Insurance, Gov...

Many family businesses are undergoing or anticipating transitions, prompting the need for trusted advisors more than ever. This session features experts who have deep breadth of experience in helping families manage business transitions and the complexity that comes with them, including new liquidity, helping founders find their next purpose, and m...

The decision to sell or continue ownership of a family business is complex. Business owning families who recognize early the importance of both the financial and non-financial considerations of a potential sale are more likely to make good transition decisions.

Statistics show that teenagers are more likely than any other age group to be in an automobile accident. In several tragic incidents, the use of a cell phone was involved. Some accidents, however, simply reflected the teenagers’ lack of driving experience. As a parent, you can help your teenager become a safe and skilled driver by setting a good ex...

No matter what stage of the business cycle you are in, you should always have a defined strategy for your business operations and potential exit. For many family business owners, the sale of their business will be the single largest transaction of their lives. Yet many enter this transaction not fully prepared. To ensure you maximize your sale, the...

Families of wealth and business-owning families face security risks in their everyday lives, where personal and business risks are often blended and are typically managed by different people and processes. This creates a gap in identifying risks and solutions that can be addressed through a holistic and collaborative risk management approach. With ...

Vulnerability and personal security risks can be greatly reduced by following five basic principles of security at all times—awareness, low profile, unpredictable routine, communication, and layers of security. Based on those principles, these guidelines are designed to give practical advice on safety and security to anybody who is living in or tra...

Lawsuit awards can be incredibly high, and individuals known to have substantial assets are particularly vulnerable. In some cases, the high-stake lawsuits can cause devastating reputational damage. Given the risks and exposure, the need for holistic liability protection is an important issue. Learn the different types of liability i...

While many business owners are struggling to find qualified successors, family members oftentimes oppose proposed sales to outsiders because they think they should have the chance to take over the business. Research from Rothstein Kass suggests that advance planning can minimize family squabbles and ensure smoother business transitions.

Going on the internet can put your devices and personal details at risk from unexpected online threats like malware and ransomware. Learn about the threats and see some internet safety tips to help keep your devices and data safe when you browse online.

Sustainability is increasingly material to investment return, and there are five prominent trends—including climate change and technological revolution—that are likely to have relevant implications for investment portfolios over the long term. Ultimately, investors that evolve more quickly to incorporate these risks and opportunities into...

How can an organization be confident it is agile enough to react to the unknown and the evolving risk landscape? One of the best ways is by establishing a strong risk culture. In this e-book, Baker Tilly practitioners take a closer look at some of the critical risks that organizations are dealing with now, how those risks have evolved in recent yea...

Before a hurricane or storm hits, plan in advance by having an evacuation “Grab and Go” checklist, with special considerations made for children, infants, and pets. Continue to follow all evacuation orders and allow for enough time to pack and inform family and friends if you need to leave your home.

If you have been ordered to evacuate a storm area, knowing how to respond will help you protect your family and home before and after an evacuation. Learn the important steps to take when local authorities ask you to leave your home.

The wildfire season has caused unprecedented damage across the United States. With drought conditions prevalent across much of the western United States, the wildfire outlook continues above normal wildfire conditions. Learn what you can do to be prepared for it.