The Inheritance Podcast High Performing Family Offices with Jay Hughes, Kirby Rosplock and Scott Saslow
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Sep 16, 2025 
In this conversation, Kirby Rosplock, CEO of Tamarind Partners, Scott Saslow, founder of One World Investments, and Jay Hughes, an expert in family governance, share insights into high-performing family offices. They discuss the importance of defining the true client—founder, trustees, or beneficiaries—and maintaining clarity of purpose. The panelists emphasize balancing family and independent talent, preparing rising generations for stewardship, and innovative roles like chief learning officers. They also touch on Delaware's well-being trusts and sustainable investing strategies to foster engagement and well-being.
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Document Who You Serve
- Explicitly decide and document who the office serves now and in future transitions to avoid role confusion.
- Reassess client focus as trusts and beneficiaries take precedence in later generations.
Founders Often Underinvest In Stewardship
- First-generation tech founders often prioritize their operating business over professional stewardship of newly liquid wealth.
- That focus gap can leave wealth structures underdeveloped and risk long-term sustainability.
Teach Beneficiaries, Don't Expect Osmosis
- Use the family office to teach beneficiaries practical governance, trust mechanics, and financial responsibilities.
- Design onboarding and learning with varied levels, not assume beneficiaries learn by osmosis.
