Suzanne is a trusted Family Enterprise Advisor™ (FEA) who works closely with high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth individuals, business families, and multidisciplinary teams. She specializes in navigating issues such as family communication, relationship dynamics, inherited wealth management, governance, business continuity, and succession planning.

 

Expertise in Family Enterprise and Complex Dynamics

At Blackwood, Suzanne brings a unique ability to quickly identify and resolve the complex roadblocks that often arise within enterprising families. Her deep commitment to this work is grounded in a passion for helping families grow stronger and more connected as they face these challenges together.

 

A Holistic Perspective Rooted in Experience

Alongside her advisory work, Suzanne is a certified psychotherapist with more than 20 years of experience. She has successfully built and led psychotherapy practices in both Ottawa and Vancouver, giving her a nuanced understanding of individual and relational dynamics that complements her work with families.

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When she's not working with families, Suzanne enjoys cycling the Vancouver Mainland on her road bike with friends, walking her beloved dogs alongside her husband, or spending precious time with her granddaughter.

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