Kirsten Taylor-Martin

Partner – National Head of Family Business Consulting, Grant Thornton Australia 

Kirsten Taylor-Martin is a passionate advocate and leading advisor to family businesses, known for her ability to blend strategic insight with genuine empathy. With extensive experience across Australia and internationally, Kirsten specialises in designing governance structures and succession plans that empower family enterprises to thrive across generations. 


Her approach is both professional and personal—she listens deeply to the goals of the family and the business, then tailors frameworks and reporting mechanisms that honour legacy while enabling growth. Kirsten’s expertise spans Family Office, Family Governance, Succession Planning, and Estate Planning, and she is widely recognised for her ability to guide families through complex transitions with clarity and care.

Kirsten is an Accredited Specialist Advisor with Family Business Australia and a Fellow of the Family Firm Institute, the global benchmark for excellence in family enterprise advisory. She is a regular international speaker and published author, and her insights have been featured in Sky News Australia, Australian Financial Review, SmartCompany, AusBiz, and 2GB Radio.

She also hosts the acclaimed podcast Keeping it in the Family, where she shares real-world stories and practical wisdom for families navigating the challenges of business and legacy.

Whether she’s facilitating family meetings, supporting rising generation leadership, or helping families in crisis move forward with confidence, Kirsten brings both head and heart to every conversation. Her mission is simple: to help family businesses beat the odds and flourish for generations to come.

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