The Easemakers Podcast
Episodes
113 episodes
Booking talent for once-in-a-lifetime private events with Empire Entertainment President & CEO J. B. Miller
Whether you're hoping to have Andrea Boccelli sing an aria at a wedding, or to throw a Pitbull dance party, booking talent for a private event may seem like a tall order.In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast,
Capturing a detailed inventory for insurance, operations, estate planning and more with Virtual Home Inventory Founder Ken Aaron
What's the value of documenting high value assets, and how do you ensure you've captured every detail?In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Founder of Virtual Home Inventory Ken Aaron ...
Managing art as an asset: stewardship, documentation, and the missing piece in collecting with Cadell + Co Americas President and CEO Caroline Sayan
How do you care for an art collection to help it maintain its value and build the legacy the collector wants to create?The missing piece, says Caroline Sayan, President and CEO of Cadell + Co Americas, is being organized, and documenting...
Managing cars, fleets and private collections with Precision Automotive Group Founder Dave Bentson
What should every estate manager know about maintaining cars, and how do you manage a fleet or a collection across properties?Car fiduciary Dave Bentson answers all our automotive questions in this episode of the Easemakers Podcast. Tune...
Supporting equestrian families and navigating the logistics of horse ownership with Dean Dorton Tax Director Jen Shah
When your principal says they're thinking about buying a horse, what questions do you need to ask, and what do you need to know? Jen Shah is a tax director at the CPA and advisory firm Dean Dorton. She specializes in working with eq...
Chartering and monetizing luxury assets with LVH Global Co-Founder & CEO Hugh Barton
What are the risks and benefits of putting luxury assets — from homes to yachts to cars — up for charter? In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, LVH Global Co-Founder & CEO Hugh Barton shares how the right charter setup...
Restorative cleaning and the science behind preserving a home with Immaculate Collective Founder Emily Dodds
What is restorative cleaning, and how does it differ from day to day housekeeping?Emily Dodds has studied the science behind cleaning, and has a passion for using cleaning best practices to help families maintain their homes and all the ...
From the Air Force to Estate Operations: Managing Logistics, Protocols and Change with Consultant and AW Strategies Founder Aubree Weathers
The right protocols can create peace in a family's everyday life.Aubree Weathers honed her skills managing operations and logistics in the Air Force, and today, she applies what she's learned in private service. As a consultant and the f...
HR tips for reducing burnout and retaining great household staff with Critical Path Advisors Co-Founder and President Reisa Diamond and Director of Employee Relations Lisandra Gatson
How do you reduce turnover and retain your top household staff members? In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, the team from Critical Path Advisors shares HR best practices for onboarding, benefits, PTO, and more — so you can se...
Hosting incredible private events on a tight deadline with Party Crush Events Founder & Creative Director Jessica Goldklang
You have one week to plan a 50th birthday party for 100 people — how do you make it happen?Jessica Goldklang found her calling answering questions just like this, and created Party Crush Events to bring big visions to life on a short tim...
Maintaining luxury ski homes with Co-founder and CEO of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group Paul Benson
Owning a ski home comes with unexpected maintenance challenges — so what should you consider if you're tasked with managing a home in a town like Park City, UT?Paul Benson is the Co-founder and CEO of Engel & Völkers Gestalt Group, a...
Easemakers 100: Celebrating the Easemakers Community with Jacco de Bruijn, Mohamed Elzomor, Kristin Twiford and Shelby Boudreau
To celebrate 100 episodes of the Easemakers Podcast, the Nines team turns the microphone around. Tune in to hear Kristin and Mohamed talk with Jacco de Bruijn and Shelby Boudreau about the founding story of Nines and Easemakers, the evolution o...
The importance of continuity for generational well-being with RayLign Founder & Managing Partner Greg Rogers and Business Administrator Molly Monahan Grunner
How can estate managers make a positive impact on family dynamics and well-being for the families they support?In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, we talk about generational well-being, family dynamics, and continuity with the tea...
Embracing the evolution of long careers in private service with Estate Manager Beth Langley
In private service, no two days are the same — and as time goes on, a role can change drastically.Beth Langley has worked with the same principals for two decades, and her role has continuously evolved over time. In this conversation, sh...
Protecting high-end homes and assets from storms, floods and hurricanes with Aon Private Risk Management President Jason Ott
NOAA, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, predicted an above-normal hurricane season for 2025, but so far, none of the Atlantic hurricanes that have formed this year have made landfall in the US. With another month to go, Presi...
Managing private islands with EVI Projects Director of Project Luciana Nijdam
What are the unique challenges of managing a private island? In a new episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Luciana Nijdam shares what estate managers and the families they support need to know about purchasing, developing and maintain...
Continuing education for luxury yacht and estate chefs with Chef Adrienne Gang
In 20 years serving on luxury yachts, Chef Adrienne Gang has learned every lesson the hard way, and now, she wants to create calmer waters for her peers. This October, Adrienne is launching a course with Florida International Univer...
Guiding families through estate sales with the Christie's International Real Estate Group Trusts & Estates Division's Leslie Hirsch and Howard Morrel
Managing estate sales comes with a unique set of challenges, from complicated family dynamics to maintaining an empty property.In this conversation, co-founders of the Christie's International Real Estate Group Trusts & Estates Divis...
Preparing for and preventing medical emergencies with Emergency Black Bag Founder & Medical Director Christopher Sidford
Are you taking all the right steps to prevent medical emergencies, and to ensure you're prepared in the worst case scenario?In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Emergency Black Bag Founder & Medical Director Christopher Sidford...
Building a network of trusted tradespeople with Fractional Estate Manager Rachel McGrath
A strong network of tradespeople and vendors serves as the key to Rachel McGrath's fractional estate management company, RK Estate Management. In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Rachel shares her tips for any private service...
Helping families navigate health insurance and care with Emry Concierge's Lindsay Loomis
Wealth brings complexity to all aspects of life, and health insurance is no exception.Emry Concierge's Lindsay Loomis has spent her career in the insurance industry, and in this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, she shares her tips for ...
Professionalizing childcare operations with Dr. Virginia Schwager
Dr. Virginia Schwager combines a psychology background and years of experience in private service to help families improve their childcare operations. In her time working in private households, she's learned that childcare teams shouldn't opera...
Creating continuity, preserving legacy, and planning for the future with Leafplanner Founder & CEO Josh Kanter
In every family office, turnover is inevitable. So how do you plan for the future and ensure information doesn't get lost over time? In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Josh Kanter shares how his own family's story shaped his...
Proactive planning for seamless private jet travel with Apollo Jets Aviation Advisor Michael Palagonia
What should you consider when booking private jet travel, and how do you ensure everything goes smoothly? In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Apollo Jets Aviation Advisor Michael Palagonia shares the common mistakes to avoid ...
Anticipatory excellence and the new definition of luxury with The Pantheon Group Managing Director Joe Pellegrino
What is the definition of luxury in 2025?Joe Pellegrino says we all have our own definition — and it's his team's job to deliver on each client's unique vision. In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, the Managing Director...