Our Approach

What Makes Us Different

The Power of the Emergent

In a world where rigid plans are failing, we operate with purpose-driven agility. The Power of the Emergent is our philosophy in action—it means we convene the right people, at the right time, for the most relevant conversations of the moment. Our invitations aren't a request to fit into a schedule, but a call to meet the present reality and engage in dialogues that matter.

What Guides Our Work

Our Core Values

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Creativity

We believe that building the Wisdom Infrastructure requires imagination and new ways of seeing the world. The capacity for creativity is unlimited, but it can be constrained by old mindsets and outmoded narratives.

Our creative work goes beyond simple innovation. It is about expanding the meaning of "wealth" to include personal and collective well-being, as well as the unique gifts of each person. We use our creativity to:

- Foster new relationships between people, organizations, causes, and communities.
- Identify new opportunities by challenging existing solutions and exploring emergent scenarios.
- Build a sense of collective purpose by making visible shared interests and willingness to collaborate with others.

Courage

In an ever more unpredictable world, we believe courage is essential to navigate uncharted waters. Business as usual is not enough to address the scale of change afoot. Our community embodies the courage it takes to:

- Ask hard questions and challenge existing narratives and outdated norms.
- Listen attentively to perspectives we may not agree with or understand.
- Walk an uncharted path in pursuit of solutions that truly matter.

Care

We expand the meaning of "family" to include our communities, the human family, and the natural world. This transformation requires a deep sense of care for our own well-being, as well as for all life around us.

At Intergen.Family, we cultivate our initiatives with a focus on:

- Co-creating mutually beneficial outcomes for our partners and participants.
- Turning misunderstanding into learning, welcoming both qualitative and quantitative aspects of life and work.
- Cultivating relationships that are the foundation of our high-trust community.

Committment

Our commitment extends beyond any single project or conversation. It is a long-term pledge to support great families in becoming a core force for positive transformation. Our commitment to the many generations to come gives us the strength to move forward.

Intergen.Family was born from a decade-long intention to give shape to the hopes, dreams, and genius of many people. We believe that a collaborative learning community and network has the capacity to deepen our commitments to ourselves and to each other, enabling us to:

- Engage long-term, structural challenges that few others can address.
- Honor our fiduciary responsibility by evaluating risk and possibility over an extended timeline.
- Tackle issues that none of us would be able to solve alone.

What Informs Our Programs

Our Core Practices

Our core values are not simply words on a page; they are the principles that inform and shape every aspect of our work. Our approach is centered on cultivating a new kind of leadership through a set of tangible practices. These living disciplines empower our community to turn philosophy into principled action, demonstrating how our values are actively embodied and put into practice.

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What if learning was an act of courage?

We take a holistic approach to learning, recognizing that it encompasses not only intellectual growth but also emotional intelligence and ethical decision-making. Our programs are designed to foster a culture of continuous improvement, where leaders learn by engaging with real-world challenges. This practice is a direct expression of our values of Creativity and Courage, as we believe a new path forward requires both imagination and the bravery to learn in the face of the unknown.

How can we see the patterns that shape our world?

We support leaders and stewards in navigating complexity by providing tools to see the interconnected relationships that ripple across generations. This practice reveals how a holistic understanding of systems can transform private wealth into a source of public trust. By embracing systemic thinking, our community can make more informed, strategic choices that align with their long-term goals. This practice is driven by our values of Commitment and Courage—to a vision of flourishing for many generations to come and the bravery to see the world as it is, not as we wish it to be.

What if solutions depended on the quality of our questions?

Our efforts are rooted in fostering meaningful connections, not just providing answers. We create spaces for individuals to reflect on their purpose and discover their own paths. We do this by introducing well-rounded and varied viewpoints on every topic, encouraging conversation and a richer mutual understanding. We devote significant attention to formulating our questions, not simply prescribing solutions. This practice embodies our values of Care and Creativity, as it requires the empathy to prioritize well-being and the ingenuity to see unique possibilities in every perspective.

How is your purpose being shaped by the people around you?

Our experience has shown us that a sense of purpose is only made available when in connection with others. This is the key reason we serve distinct stakeholders, bringing together wealth creators, family members, and trusted advisors. Our work is centered on the realization that we need each other to identify and bring our gifts forward, as well as to reimagine and reshape the ways we pursue shared goals for a better world. This practice is the direct application of our values of Care and Commitment by building a community where belonging and purpose are intertwined for the long-term.