1141: Richard Wilson

Thrive in Business

Jan 20

“Family Office Club”

What if we told you that the world’s ultra-wealthy are powering an investment vehicle bigger than private equity and venture capital—managing a mind-blowing $14 trillion—and yet, most people have no idea what a family office actually is?

Get ready to have your perspective shifted in this episode of Thrive Loud with Lou Diamond!

Host Lou Diamond sits down with Richard Wilson, founder of the Family Office Club, leader of the largest global investor community in the family office niche. Coming to us from Hawaii and fresh off a mega event in South Florida, Richard pulls back the curtain on:

How family offices became the global investment powerhouse
The biggest challenges family office investors face—including the trust crisis and AI-fueled disruption
Why so many hedge funds are converting to family offices, and what that means for the industry’s explosive growth
The all-powerful daily practice that has made Richard millions (and how you can use it yourself)
Personal insights into balancing ambition, family, and well-being—plus a peek at Richard’s goals for 2026
Rapid-fire fun: favorite movies, songs, family adventures, and dream destinations (yes, even for someone living in Hawaii!)

Whether you’re interested in elite investing, the psychology of influence, or want practical advice for thriving every day, this episode is packed with inspiration and actionable wisdom.

Episode Overview:

[00:00:02] Show intro: Meet host, Lou Diamond and guest, Richard Wilson
[00:01:11] How Richard discovered and built the Family Office Club
[00:02:16] What is a family office? And why are they so important?
[00:03:32] The challenges family offices face today: Trust and adaptation in a changing world
[00:04:40] Hedge funds turning into family offices—industry secrets revealed
[00:06:39] Legal and regulatory definitions, and what’s really a family office
[00:07:42] Richard’s simple, millionaire-making daily practice (and how YOU can do it)
[00:10:32] 2026 goal setting—a behind-the-scenes look at Richard’s annual targets
[00:12:02] Personal and family goals: Health, fatherhood, adventure, and thriving in business and life
[00:14:06] Where to find Richard Wilson and Family Office Club resources
[00:14:35] Fun Street rapid fire: Movies, music, food, adventure, dream destinations
[00:17:54] Outro and next steps to keep thriving!