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Laying the Foundations for Generational Transition

In this article, our Coach‑in‑Residence, Sarah Thorpe Scott, draws on her work with founders and next‑generation family members to explore one of the most challenging aspects of succession: the conversations that don’t happen.

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Introducing our “Inheriting the Future” Series

Inheriting the Future is a new Bedrock series exploring how the next generation is navigating that responsibility in an era of rapid technological and societal change. Written by Bedrock Advisory Board member Kydd Boyle, founder and CEO of Horizons and a member of a fifth-generation family business, the series offers a candid perspective shaped by his experience as an entrepreneur, investor, next-gen, and father.

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In Conversation With: Jo Shropshire on Helping Families Structure Their Philanthropic Giving

Recent reports show that in 2025, families of significant means contributed $207 billion to philanthropic causes, accounting for 36% of all individual giving worldwide. This growth reflects not just increased generosity, but a shift toward more structured and disciplined approaches to giving, as families increasingly professionalise their philanthropic activity. To explore this evolving landscape, we spoke with Jo Shropshire, co-founder of Benesys, a leading philanthropic advisory firm.

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