The Family Business Executive Forum™ Presents 

Mastering
High-Stakes Decision-Making in Family Businesses

The Intersection of Governance, Relationships, and Psychological Safety

Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
12pm - 1pm ET

Save Your Spot for August 19th, 12pm ET, Live via Zoom

Why Attend?

Family businesses often face pivotal moments that require deep reflection, courageous leadership, and coordinated decision-making. Whether you’re navigating ownership transitions, clarifying governance, or working through generational tension, how you communicate in these moments can make or break long-term success.

In this Family Business Executive Forum, you’ll join peers in a private, confidential setting to explore practical frameworks and strategies that help families make aligned decisions—without sacrificing trust or harmony.

Led by Chris Yonker, with special guests Stephen Altair and Raquel Spring, this conversation blends real-world family business experience with holistic insights drawn from mindfulness, psychology, and inner development work.


Key Takeaways

  • Understand governance’s role in effective decision-making

  • Learn how relationships influence alignment and clarity

  • Explore the impact of emotional safety on trust and communication

  • Discover practices to reduce reactivity and increase presence

  • Identify next steps to strengthen your family’s long-term success


Learn From Industry Experts

Meet our host and guest speaker.

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Host
Chris Yonker, CFBA

Family Business Advisor | Speaker | Executive Coach
 

Chris Yonker is a Certified Family Business Advisor, speaker, and author who specializes in helping family enterprises navigate succession, leadership transitions, and family conflict. Known as a “Life Journey Sherpa,” Chris integrates trauma-informed leadership, Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP), and expertise in Organizational Health to support personal and professional transformation. His holistic approach helps families address generational patterns and create sustainable strategies for business continuity and harmony. Chris’ unique methodology as an agent for change blends heart and mindfulness, fostering lasting, profound results in both family and business dynamics.

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Guest Speaker
Raquel Spring

World-Renowned Astrologer | Purpose Strategist
 

Raquel Spring helps individuals uncover their unique strengths and align with their purpose in work and life. With a background in astrology and psychology, she brings a powerful, intuitive approach to personal development that resonates with leaders navigating transition and growth. Drawing from her own remarkable life experience and years of practice, Raquel supports clients in building clarity, confidence, and alignment. She works with families and individuals who are ready to step into their full potential through a blend of insight, structure, and purpose-driven coaching.


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Guest Speaker
Stephen Altair

Integrative Coach | Meditation Teacher
 

Stephen Altair is an experienced advisor and coach supporting high-performing individuals and families in developing clarity, alignment, and resilience. With a career spanning business, education, and well-being, he has authored ten books and launched global learning programs that integrate emotional intelligence, neuroscience, and leadership development. Stephen’s work with multigenerational families centers around connection, legacy, and unlocking potential across generations. His grounded, thoughtful approach helps clients bridge the personal and professional to create meaningful impact.