The Easemakers Podcast
Every estate manager has a story — and this is where you get to hear them. The Easemakers Podcast is made for people who are passionate about the art of private service. Tune in to learn from the best in the business, get tips and inspiration to fuel your career, and connect with people get it. The Easemakers Podcast is presented by Nines, household management software and services built to help discerning households and the people who support them live with ease.
Episodes
87 episodes
Avoiding AI-driven cybercrime and protecting digital privacy in a changing landscape with BlackCloak Founder & CEO Dr. Chris Pierson
The cybersecurity landscape is changing rapidly with the increasing prevalence of AI-driven cybercrime. In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, we talk about what private service professionals can do to minimize risk with Dr. Chr...
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Season 4
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Episode 31
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42:57
The value of range in estate management with Estate Manager, Consultant and Founder of Resonate Estate Management Steve Davis
Every private service professional has a unique path into the industry. For Steve Davis, a wide range of experiences — including a lifelong love of music — prepared him for a career in estate management.In this episode of the Easemakers ...
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Season 4
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Episode 30
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36:04
The most common losses facing HNW homeowners and how to prevent them with PURE Insurance Chief Growth Officer Mark Galante and Head of Risk Management Jason Metzger
What are the most common losses facing high net worth homeowners, and what are they overlooking when it comes to prevention?In this conversation, PURE Insurance Chief Growth Officer Mark Galante and Head of Risk Management Jason Metzger ...
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Season 4
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Episode 29
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38:26
The generational wealth transfer's impact on properties, family office staff and more with Parere Advisory's Janet Arzt and Skye Young
How do you navigate the changes that come with transferring wealth from one generation to another? What are the challenges and opportunities families have as G2+ starts to share properties and assets?In this conversation, Parere Advisory...
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Season 4
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Episode 28
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48:40
Organizing for smoother moves and transitions with project-based personal assistant Heather Swain
LA-based Easemaker Heather Swain has carved out a niche helping clients stay organized through any transition.In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Heather shares what she's learned from helping clients move, consolidate properties,...
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Season 4
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Episode 27
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39:31
Surprising art discoveries, rare collections and tips for navigating the art market with Fine Art Advisor Ronald Varney
We've all heard stories of surprising art discoveries — jewelry found in desk drawers, vintage cars uncovered in barns — so what can we learn from these stories? How do you protect and preserve valuable assets and collections, and what should e...
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Season 4
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Episode 26
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26:17
From PA to secure lifestyle expert: Umbra International CEO Kate Bright on her path to invisible protection
At first glance, you might not expect Kate Bright to be a part of a security detail — which, she says, is exactly why she's right for the job.In this conversation, we talk with Kate about invisible protection, and how she made the move ...
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Season 4
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Episode 25
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42:12
Soft skills and emotional intelligence in private service with Institute of Modern Butlers Chairman Steven Ferry
When emotions are running high, how do you turn things around, solve the problem, and provide the best possible service?In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Steven Ferry, Chairman of the Institute of Modern Butlers, shares how wor...
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Season 4
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Episode 24
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28:30
[Special episode] Managing risk and assessing executive protection programs in times of uncertainty with Rescor Group Co-Founder & CEO Wayne DeCoste
Today, security is top of mind for high profile individuals and the people who support them. In the aftermath of the shooting that killed United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson, Wayne DeCoste and his team at
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Season 4
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Episode 23
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37:53
Bringing creative projects and estate brands to life with Jack Grayson
How do you bring a big creative vision to life, whether it's a logo and brand for an estate, a once-in-a-lifetime party, or an upgrade of simple service touches like napkins and platters? Jack Grayson started out as a photographer, then...
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Season 4
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Episode 22
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25:16
The value of personalized insurance coverage for high net worth clients with Private Risk Management Association CEO Diane Delaney
What's the difference between mass market insurance and personalized insurance coverage? How do you decide on the best fit, and how do you find a broker that's right for you?In this episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Private Risk Manage...
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Season 4
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Episode 21
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30:41
From weed-whacking to UHNW estate management: Estate Manager Nick Washburn on learning to manage a diverse portfolio
Nick Washburn fell into private service at 18 years old, when he landed a job on a groundskeeping team. Since then, he's grown in his career to become an ultra-high net worth estate manager who oversees properties in New York City, Washington, ...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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33:01
What's behind the curtain in healthcare and how private service professionals and family offices can help with Wellworth Founder & CEO John Samuels
How do you know when to bring up conversations around healthcare, and how to minimize risk as you navigate health-related situations with your principals?In this conversation, Wellworth F...
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Season 4
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Episode 20
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30:54
How to recognize a successful family office and find a high performing private service environment with Mack International Partner Brian Adams
How do you recognize a great family office, and choose the right environment for a long term role?In his role as a Partner at the retained executive search firm Mack International, Brian Adams vets family offices every day, and he knows...
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Season 4
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Episode 19
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27:49
Transitioning from private chef to estate manager with Bay Area Estate Manager Melissa Winstead
Melissa Winstead spent 15 years as a private chef before moving into an estate management role, and in a new episode of the Easemakers Podcast, she's sharing how her experience in the kitchen serves her in her role today.Tune in to hear...
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Season 4
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Episode 18
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29:50
Hiring the right private chef and setting them up for success with Sorensen Staffing Principal Marc Sorensen Leandro
How do you find the right private chef for your household staff? Should you look for someone with Michelin star experience, or a deep knowledge of specific cuisines? And, how can you set a new chef up for success? In this episode of the...
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Season 4
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Episode 17
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29:43
Luxury travel trends with Ryan Rudolph, Co-Founder of Luxurious Getaways
Looking for inspiration for creating a luxury travel experience for your principals? Ryan Rudolph, Co-Founder of Luxurious Getaways, joins us in a new episode of the Easemakers Podcast to share what's trending in high-end travel, from t...
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Season 4
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Episode 16
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27:54
Creating technical estate manuals with Modern Life Technical Solutions Founder & CEO Juliet Prater
In today's high tech estates, it's critical that both principals and household staff know where to turn when something goes wrong.In a new episode of the Easemakers Podcast, Modern Life Technical Solutions Founder & CEO Juliet Prate...
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Season 4
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Episode 15
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26:46
Building out a team of private service professionals with Pocketbook Agency Co-Founder Brittany Dolin
Hiring a team of private service professionals for your principal? Whether you're starting from scratch or inheriting a team, Brittany Dolin shares her tips for hiring managers in a new episode of the Easemakers Podcast.Tune in to hear ...
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Season 4
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Episode 14
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38:33
Endowing legacy properties with Winged Keel Group Principal Mark Richards
How can an endowment help a family preserve a legacy property? Mark Richards, a Principal at the independent life insurance brokerage firm Winged Keel Group, has spent decades helping families preserve their assets, and in this conversa...
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Season 4
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Episode 13
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37:45
Designing vehicles for maximum productivity with Becker Automotive Design CEO Howard Becker
Can a car also be an office, a gathering place, a space to relax? Becker Automotive Design creates custom vehicles for VIPs in government, tech, Wall Street, Hollywood, sports and more from all over the world — always striving...
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Season 4
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Episode 12
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35:06
Overseeing complex development projects with Peak Projects Founder & CEO Grant Bowen
How do you keep a complex development project running smoothly and bring a principal's vision to life? Peak Projects Founder & CEO Grant Bowen shares insights around complex development projects in a new episode of the Easemakers Po...
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Season 4
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Episode 11
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37:51
The contractor’s perspective: tips for vetting and working with vendors
How do you find great contractors and work with them effectively to get projects done the right way?As a contractor himself, Loft Home Services Founder David Deray has a passion for helpin...
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Season 4
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Episode 10
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36:11
Trends in home automation systems with Global Wave Integration Founder & President Kyle Steele
What's trending in home automation, and what's on its way out? What are principals looking for in smart home technology, and how do you ensure you're building a setup that actually works for their lifestyle?In this episode of the Easema...
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Season 4
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Episode 9
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33:26
Supporting principals who are aging in place with House Manager & Personal Assistant Laurie Reese
How do you support a principal who's aging in place, or navigating a terminal illness at home? Bay Area House Manager and Personal Assistant Laurie Reese has supported a number of principals through the most challenging moments of their...
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Season 4
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Episode 8
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41:02