about us

Who we are & what we do

Empowering Family Businesses Through Expert Guidance

BlueRoots is a family-run business dedicated to helping other family businesses navigate complex organizational challenges with knowledge, honesty, and trust.

Founded by Tammy Buss, a Certified Financial Planner and Family Business Advisor, our mission is to simplify complicated business issues and support family enterprises through strategic planning and communication.

How do we do that?

Understanding your team members (Business & Family) is the first place to start. We use tools to optimize performance and communication.

Get to know business/family and its pain points. Identify the communication issues.
Use assessment tools to bring clarity & aid in understanding the family and business. Help you understand your family/team and how to communicate effectively.
Get the conversations going in the family and business. Drive growth & maximize productivity.
Next step recommendations to meet full potential. Measure impact of communication & productivity on the family/business. 6 month follow up.

Our Core Values

Knowledge: We leverage our extensive expertise to help families and businesses overcome unique challenges
Honesty: Open communication is fundamental to our approach
Trust: We view our clients as family, building strong relationships that drive success

What We do

BlueRoots specializes in:

Family Business Consulting: Helping businesses successfully transition between generations
Team Performance: Enhancing communication, collaboration, and productivity
Strategic Planning: Providing tools to optimize team dynamics and business potential

Our Unique Approach

We use advanced assessment tools like PRINT® and KOLBE to:

Identify communication pain points
Predict team performance
Assign roles that maximize individual strengths
Reduce workplace stress and conflict

why blueroots?

let’s get you working on your business, not just in your business

We take a holistic and unique approach to business & family planning. We help your leadership understand the employees and each other to work more collaboratively and how to communicate for optimal success.

Family Business

Do you have a family and own a business? Are you struggling with deciding your next steps? BlueRoots is here to help you simplify the complex issues family businesses face when planning for the next generation.

Business Teams

Want to give your team a performance boost/edge against your competition? BlueRoots can help your team understand their team & individual instinctive strengths & use that understanding to enhance communication, collaborate effectively, boost performance, forecast how teams will perform and create teams with the most synergistic mix.

Advisors

If you work with Family Businesses, have you ever experienced the negative dynamics of miscommunication? Understanding the unique family you are working with will be a time saver. Decisions can be made more quickly, getting everyone on the same page. We are here to give you the tool to help your clients.

our team

experts facilitating success

tammy buss

nicole novick

duncan callam

hilary mackie

read team bios

with trusted associations

blueroots belongs to…

Chamber of Commerce London

Family Enterprise Canada

CEPA

London Home Builders Association

WeConnect

Woman’s Presidents Organization

STEP Global Professional Body

wbe Canada

LET our expertise

be your guide in navigating the complex world of family business.

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"Miscommunication was causing costly delays and mistakes in our operations. BlueRoots analyzed our leadership team communication patterns in our family business and educated us on how to improve information flow. Their strategies have dramatically increased our efficiency and teamwork across all of our companies."

– Shawn Bellefeuille
1st Generation Owner, Retirement by Design

"Many of our women-owned businesses are family-run. BlueRoots offered valuable insights on navigating the complexities of managing a family business, including strategies for distinguishing between business and family roles, and tips for improving workflow within the often challenging dynamics of a family environment."

– Sherry Cummins
Women’s Business Development Senior Specialist, Great Lakes Women’s Business Council

"As a family-run company, we often let emotions get in the way of clear communication. BlueRoots provided us with neutral third-party facilitation during tough conversations. Their methods helped us express ourselves constructively and truly listen to each other's perspectives."

– Jo-Ann Fisher
Founder, Hangar9

"I am writing to wholeheartedly recommend the service of BlueRoots., led by the exceptional Tammy Buss and her dedicated team. My family had the pleasure of working closely with BlueRoots, and our experience was nothing short of transformative. From the onset, Tammy and her team demonstrated an extraordinary ability to align our personal, financial and business goals into a cohesive and effective strategy. Tammy's approach was not only strategic but also deeply collaborative, ensuring that every family member felt heard and valued throughout the process. The final strategy was truly reflective of our family's collective vision and values."

– Lisa Ferguson
2nd Generation co-owner, Hangar9

"Communication is not only essential for the success of family businesses, but also for the harmony and well-being of family members. Without this cornerstone, poor communication can lead to misunderstandings and conflicts that can damage both the business and the family. On the other hand, good communication can foster trust, collaboration, and innovation that can benefit both the family and the business. Tammy's presentation was a valuable opportunity to learn how to communicate effectively in family businesses. She shared insightful tips and strategies that can help family members communicate more clearly, respectfully, and constructively. She also showed us how to avoid common communication pitfalls and handle challenging situations with grace and professionalism. If you are looking for a speaker who can help you improve your communication skills and enhance your family business performance, Tammy is the one. She is knowledgeable, engaging, and passionate about helping family businesses thrive. Don't miss this chance to learn from her."

– Mary Ann Wenzler
VP Financing, BDC, GTA West

"Tammy was a very engaging presenter and we learned invaluable tools for our team. She helped shine a light on where opportunities for improvement existed, and how we can work most effectively as a team by better understanding how we each work and communicate. Tammy taught us skills for having productive conversations, even when discussing difficult topics. Communication truly is the key for preventing misunderstandings and conflicts."

– Jared Zaifman
CEO, London Home Builders Association

"Passing down our family business to the next generation was an emotional and complex process for me. BlueRoots guided me through it all with professionalism, empathy, and expertise. Their succession plan ensured a smooth transition while preserving our family's values and legacy. We're forever grateful for their invaluable support."

– Arne and Joanne Madsen
1st Generation Founder, CCR build and Remodel

"Tammy and her team at BlueRoots were exceptional to work with. My dad and I struggled with the transition of our family business on our own and couldn't gain any traction. Tammy came highly recommended, and we were thrilled with her process and deep understanding of the unique challenges family businesses face, stemming from her own experience. Thanks to her guidance, we've successfully transitioned to the next generation, and I now feel well-prepared for the future, should my children wish to join the business. I highly recommend BlueRoots!"

– Peder Madsen
2nd generation owner, CCR Build and Remodel

LET’S WORK TOGETHER

We understand that your family and your business are important to you.
Let our expertise be your guide.