Catherine Garrity-Frans is a passionate Family Business Consultant at Compass Point Consulting, where she helps multi-generation family companies strengthen leadership, bridge generational divides, and shape intentional transitions that honor legacy and future vision. As a next generation leader herself in her family business, Catherine is driven by a deep love of family and a belief that when family businesses thrive, communities thrive. She brings a blend of real-world business experience, relational insight, and strategic coaching to support business owners in solving problems, building growth plans, and planning for the long term. In her work, Catherine focuses on building strong, resilient bonds between current owners and their next-generation leaders, equipping families with the tools, communication frameworks, and leadership clarity they need to move their company’s vision forward with confidence. This work naturally aligns with the principles championed by EPI. Helping owners not just plan an “exit,” but grow value, evaluate transition options, and thoughtfully prepare for a hand-off that preserves both business success and family harmony. Before joining Compass Point, Catherine honed her expertise in sales, business development, and team leadership in the medical device industry. These experiences sharpened her ability to build relationships, mentor emerging leaders, and guide people through change. At Compass Point, she applies these strengths to support owners in navigating the complexities of leadership development, succession planning, and legacy creation.