DR. GERALD PULVERMACHER - Ph.D., C.Psych

Gerald Pulvermacher has been in practice as an Organizational and Clinical Psychologist for 52 years. The firm which he founded, Gerald Pulvermacher & Associates (GPA), is a North American boutique consultancy consisting of highly credentialed practitioners in a variety of disciplines.

GPA specializes in guiding family businesses and family offices through leadership transitions to the next generation. The firm provides comprehensive support, including succession planning, psychological assessments for the purpose of leadership development planning, executive coaching, conflict resolution and addressing complex issues which can impede both family and non-family members from embracing change.

Additionally, the firm excels in assisting the next generation in formulating, refreshing and executing organizational strategy. When required, GPA can work with the NextGen to conduct an organization redesign to align with updated strategic plans, emphasizing change management, developing governance structures and family charters with enduring relevance.

Collaboration characterizes GPA's approach. The firm partners with specialists in insurance, tax, legal, investment, health and wellness to ensure a holistic advisory service. While GPA does not directly offer these specialized services, GPA can facilitate the engagement with experts to cover all essential aspects of a successful and sustainable transition.

With extensive experience across such sectors as multi-faceted real estate, automobile dealerships, professional services, financial services, healthcare, home care, staffing, and energy, the firm has established its credibility over decades of successful service to its clients both in the USA and Canada. For families navigating the intricate landscape of generational transitions, GPA emerges as a highly qualified and dependable choice.