Born into a very successful enterprising family, Kirby learned family wealth basics the way most affluent offspring do (or don’t). . . in real time, around the board or dining room table. Humbled by her upbringing, today Kirby is a recognized teacher, advisor, author, and speaker in the family wealth industry. She is the founder of Tamarind Partners, Inc., a research, advisory, and consultancy firm where she and her team work with families, operators, advisors, and institutions connected to the family office landscape. Kirby provides leading edge insights, knowledge, and family education that is curated, practical, and hands-on. Kirby is Dean of Family Office at the Purposeful Planning Institute, a Fellow and Family Governance Faculty of the Family Firm Institute (FFI), co-trustee of the Harbeck Family Foundation, and is on the advisory board of Merton Venture Philanthropy and the board of directors of Hope Trust. She speaks and consults internationally on her research, books, and experiences with wealth and enterprising families.

Torri is the Chief Learning Officer (USA) with a decade of experience working with enterprising families. Having experienced the variety of joys and challenges of being part of a family business herself, Torri is passionate about helping next-generation members build their confidence and credibility through empowerment and learning. Torri loves to candidly share her experience as a next-gen and business owning woman and has had the opportunity to speak at various conferences and industry events including Family Office Exchange's Forum, Family Business' Transitions Conference, and Purposeful Planning Institute's Rendezvous.

Torri lives with her husband and her dog Murray in New Jersey. She holds an undergrad degree in family enterprise, credentials as a certified family business and wealth advisor, and a master's degree in strategic human resources.