Guiding multi-generational families through complexity & change

Independent counsel on strategy, governance & succession

Holding and growing wealth across generations comes with complexities: agreeing on shared purpose, balancing individual perspectives with the need for long-term, collective decision-making, and developing governance structures that support both unity and performance.

As independent strategic advisors, we support families in managing these demands. We guide owners in finding alignment around their overarching purpose, and developing actionable strategies around their portfolio, succession planning and family talent – ensuring all align with their broader purpose.

Who we serve

Families

We help families align on key decisions, navigate governance and succession, and build a shared vision for the future.

Operating Businesses

We work with owners to deliver fact-based insights that support confident decisions and drive value across businesses & portfolios.

Family & Investment Offices

We help Family & Investment Offices align strategy, governance, and talent to achieve long-term financial and non-financial goals.

Trusts & Trustees

We support Trustees & Directors in stewarding beneficiary wealth through effective governance, alignment, and communication.

Family Advisors & Partners

We collaborate with specialist service providers to support clients, guiding selection and ensuring recommendations align with client needs.

CLIENT STORY

Helping a family owner make the most of their own talent

A family in transition from fourth to fifth generation were seeking support in unlocking the potential of their own people. There was a sense that there were many capable next generation family members, but none were interested in helping the family business – and few had the knowledge and skills required to do so.

The situation stemmed from a decision taken by the previous generation to heavily restrict the opportunities for family members to work in operational roles. Over the course of a generation, the family had convinced its younger members to progress their careers elsewhere, leaving the impression that there was no pathway back to the family business.

With a critical leadership transition on the horizon, the family recognised the need for a new approach to re-engage the next generation and secure the long-term continuity of the business.

Who we are

Independent strategic advisors to Owners

Acanthite Partners is an independent, specialist advisory firm dedicated to addressing the unique situations faced by family-owned groups. Our mission is to help families make the right decisions for their business and investments and protect their legacies for future generations.

We create lasting solutions, enabled by decades of experience and an intimate understanding of family dynamics.

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What we do

  • Ownership thrives on shared understanding, so we help families align on the purpose, objectives, and values that guide decision-making and governance. Through structured dialogue, we translate aspirations into a clear, actionable statement of intent that brings purpose to life.

  • We help families align portfolio decisions with their overall purpose by assessing the portfolio as a whole, rather than in isolation. This broader view supports more intentional and effective capital allocation.

  • We help families build strong governance structures that reflect their purpose and values, ensuring resilience across generations. Our support includes managing transitions, clarifying board roles, and putting the right people, processes, and policies in place.

  • We support families in developing next-generation talent and clarifying future leadership roles to ensure long-term success. Our approach fosters mutual development and embeds new structures through practical application.

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