Claudia Sangster Director, Philanthropy, Estate and Trust Services, Harris myCFO (at time of writing) With her background in law and sociology, Claudia Sangster is a well-regarded expert in the field of philanthropy. She earned her BA in Sociology from Pepperdine University, graduating Summa Cum Laude. She later graduated Magna Cum Laude with a JD from University of Houston Law Center. Sangster co-founded both the Philanthropic Advisors Network of Los Angeles and Los Angeles Social Venture Partners, and also serves on various boards of nonprofits.
CLAUDIA SANGSTER | TUESDAY, 5 NOV 2013 For years, private family foundations have rewarded those who operate them in a variety of ways. They help families focus their giving on issues that matter to them, so they can turn affluence into influence. Read more PAGE: 1 |
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Wealth with purpose
PHIL HARKNESS
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MUTUAL TRUST PTY LTD
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
MUTUAL TRUST PTY LTD
In the realm of Australian family offices, a stark reality emerges: 70% risk dropping the ball on wealth transfer. To curb this trend, Mutual Trust chief executive Phil Harkness and head of strategy Tracy Conlan are dedicated to helping clients create and preserve purposeful multi-generational wealth. Chloe Walker writes.