Russ is the founder of The Family Business Partnership and is a specialist adviser, facilitator, and coach working with family businesses and family offices. He has over fifteen years’ experience supporting families as they navigate the relational, strategic, and governance challenges that come from owning and leading together. He is also Head of Governance, Transition and the Rising Generation at Charles Park Family Office.
His work is grounded in a deep understanding of family dynamics, decision-making, and transition, shaped by a background in financial planning and wealth management. This combination allows him to work comfortably across both commercial and personal dimensions, helping families build clarity, confidence, and alignment over time.
Russ holds the Advanced Certificate in Family Business Advising from the Family Firm Institute, a globally recognised certification for advisers working with family-owned enterprises.
He is known for his thoughtful, plain-speaking approach and for creating the conditions where families can have honest conversations and make well-considered decisions together.
He is the host of The Family Business Podcast and The Ultra High Net Worth Institute Podcast, he also holds Advisory Board and Faculty positions with the Institute.
