Welcome to Big Canyon Advisors!
After more than 30 years of working for large companies, and nearly 20 years focused on family businesses and family offices, I took the leap to start my own consulting firm. I have been inspired by the entrepreneurial spirit of many of the clients I’ve advised over the years.
We will use this blog site to share insights into some of the common challenges we find across our clients, and hope to hear back from you, with your own insights and experiences.
Our intent is to have a fresh post at least monthly, so please check back.
Thank you for visiting.
Charlie
Discover how a thoughtfully designed family bank can encourage entrepreneurship, support future family leaders, and create lasting opportunities.
Discover how successful family businesses help the next generation build responsibility, entrepreneurial thinking, and leadership while avoiding entitlement.
Should your family business prioritize current income or future growth? Learn how strategic planning and governance shape long-term success.
Explore the governance, engagement, leadership, and operational challenges facing large family offices as they support families across generations.
Learn how a family business dividend policy creates predictability, supports family harmony, and balances current distributions with long-term growth.
Learn how intentional celebration strengthens family business culture, reinforces shared values, and inspires loyalty across generations.
Learn how family businesses can foster innovation, encourage new ideas, and build a culture that supports growth while honoring family values.
As family businesses grow, formal policies become essential. Learn how clear guidelines support governance, reduce confusion, and strengthen continuity.
When should a family member join the family business? Explore readiness, expectations, and the role of family employment policies.
Understand how strategic plans and business plans differ, and why both matter for guiding growth, governance, and long-term success in family enterprises.
