In this episode, Thomas Clark, Chief Operating Officer of Veritage International, shares his distinctive approach to nurturing family enterprises through education and intergenerational development. With over a decade of experience from the Business Families Foundation to Family Enterprise Canada, Thomas brings a unique blend of educational expertise and practical business acumen to help families develop shared language and cultivate intrapreneurial mindsets across generations.

Throughout the conversation, Thomas draws compelling parallels between sports team dynamics and family enterprises, illuminating insights about legacy building and sustainable growth. He introduces innovative concepts like the family learning budget and emphasizes the vital role of emotional governance in business success. His practical framework for developing good ownership and fostering collective learning experiences provides valuable guidance for families navigating generational transitions.

About Thomas Clark

Thomas, the current COO of Veritage International, has dedicated his career to advancing family business education since 2010. His journey began at Business Families Foundation (BFF) in Montreal, where he spent eight years developing innovative educational tools and interactive content to support intrapreneurial initiatives within family businesses. Following BFF's merger with Family Enterprise Canada (FEC) in 2020, he took on the role of National Director of Content Development, where he conducted vital research on Canadian family business transitions and their associated challenges.

Driven by his passion for preparing and integrating the next generation of family business leaders, Thomas has consistently worked to create resources that help successors thrive in their roles. Based in Ottawa, he maintains an active lifestyle outside of work, pursuing interests in scuba diving, sailing, hockey, and rugby, while continuing to explore new destinations through his love of travel.

Resources discussed in this episode:

• Family Enterprise Canada
• Peter Jaskiewicz
• Veritage International

Contact Cory Gagnon | Beacon Family Office at Assante Financial Management Ltd.

• Website: BeaconFamilyOffice.com
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Contact Thomas Clark | Veritage International:

• Website: veritage.ca
• LinkedIn: Thomas Clark
• Email: Thomasc@veritage.ca