Who We Remember Tim Brown on his mother - The Yellow Bug and the Bunny Hill
We ask each of our guests a simple yet profound question: "Whose life story from your own family would you most want to have documented on film?" and "How does your family's story shape your own personal and professional legacy?"
Today's guest: Tim Brown, Founder of TTB
Tim's pick: His mother, Carol Norton Brown
Sound Bites
- "When I think of what defined my mother, it was generosity, courage, and the ability to inspire others—especially when life got hard."
- "Some of my most meaningful conversations happened in the front seat of a yellow Volkswagen bug, just talking with my mom while the world rolled by."
- "You can lose everything in life—but not your good name. That was my mother’s quiet wisdom, and I still carry it with me today."
Summary
In this deeply moving episode, Tim Brown reflects on the life and legacy of his mother, Carol, who passed away more than 25 years ago. Through heartfelt stories—singing together in her yellow Volkswagen bug, spontaneous road trips, and late-night conversations—Tim paints a picture of a woman who found joy in life’s simplest pleasures.
He honors Carol’s quiet courage during her battle with breast cancer and the powerful sisterhood she cultivated among fellow survivors. Tim shares how his mother’s values—generosity, resilience, and character—continue to shape his personal life and his professional mission in the world of family offices.
He opens up about his own journey of self-worth, the danger of tying identity to professional success, and how he’s learned to embrace his roots. Now, as a father and mentor, Tim seeks to pass on the same enduring values of character and connection to his son and the families he serves.
About Tim
Tim Brown is the founder of TTB, a bespoke advisory serving families across private capital markets, governance, and generational leadership. He is Partner and Global Co-Head of Family Office Services at Berkowitz Pollack Brant, and co-founder of Fortaleza and Somos22—two global initiatives connecting family offices through curated, values-driven experiences.
Tim also consults with Anschutz Investments, with holdings in sports, entertainment, hospitality, and natural resources.
He’s the author of Jumping into the Parade: The Leap of Faith That Made My Broken Life Worth Living, a raw and candid memoir about rebuilding his life after personal and professional collapse. The book shares how Tim overcame trauma, shame, and crisis through faith, courage, and a commitment to living authentically.
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Credits
Produced by Jamie Yuenger and Piet Hurkmans. Our show’s musical intro and outro is taken from the track “Thursday” by the independent artist Nick Takénobu Ogawa. You can listen and support his music on bandcamp here