Ever wondered if working with your mom (or any family member) could actually grow your businessor just make the holidays awkward?
In this episode of The Brown Way to Money Podcast, Alejandra Rojas sits down with Vonmarie Thomas, a brilliant NYC-based accountant, fractional CFO, and Afro-Latina powerhouse, to explore the beauty and boundaries of working with family in business. From onboarding her mom as a business partner to setting emotional and contractual boundaries, Vonmarie shares the behind-the-scenes of building generational wealth while keeping relationships strong.
If you’ve ever thought about working with your parents or family—but fear the tension, blurred lines, or cultural hierarchies—this episode is your permission slip and your playbook.
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Important Links:
Visit The Brown Way to Money – www.brownwaytomoney.com
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Follow Alejandra Rojas on LinkedIn – www.brownwaytomoney.com/LinkedIN
Follow Vonmarie on Instagram – @vonmarie_breakaway_ba
Connect with Vonmarie on LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/vonmariethomas
Key Takeaways:
Business + Family Can Work (If You Set the Rules)
Contracts, clear communication, and defined roles are essential—even when you’re hiring your mom.
You Are the Authority—Even in Family Dynamics
Vonmarie shares how redefining “authority” helped her lead confidently while maintaining deep respect for her mom.
Soft Skills Are the Secret Sauce
Kindness, humility, forgiveness, and emotional awareness are non-negotiables when business meets family.
Generational Wealth is More Than Money
From passing on business knowledge to creating travel memories, Vonmarie shows how wealth lives in bo
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