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The InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 189: 'We're on the precipice of the Fourth Industrial Revolution'Bruce Kelly, senior columnist at InvestmentNews, sits down for a candid chat with industry veteran Jamie Price, CEO at Osaic, to discuss what's behind the vibrant M&A market, Osaic's position in the market, and why he believes we are entering the Fourth Industrial Revolution.2025-06-2632 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 188: Twists, turns and drama: The aftermath of the LPL-Commonwealth dealIt’s been more than two months since LPL Financial rocked the US wealth management world by acquiring broker-dealer rival Commonwealth Financial Network. InvestmentNews senior columnist Bruce Kelly sits down with colleague James Burton to discuss the aftermath, including angry Reddit chat groups and aggressive recruiters.2025-06-1322 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 187: A front-row seat to the independent revolutionBruce Kelly, senior columnist at InvestmentNews, picks the brain of Brad Bueermann, CEO and founder of FP Transitions, about the M&A market in the independent advisory space. Speaking in the wake of the blockbuster acquisition of Commonwealth Financial Network by LPL Financial, Bueermann provides insight into how the market might change given recent volatility and why best fit, not price, is critical.2025-05-0633 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 186: Donor Trends: How Charitable Clients Use DAFs to Make an ImpactIn an era where philanthropy is evolving rapidly, donor-advised funds (DAFs) have emerged as a powerful tool for individuals looking to maximize their charitable giving. DAFgiving360™ observed a record-breaking $7.7 billion in grants issued in 2024 — a 25% increase from the previous year — it’s clear that charitable clients are leveraging DAFs to create meaningful impact. But what does this shift mean for financial advisors, and how can they better serve their clients in the philanthropic space?
In this episode of ‘The InvestmentNews Podcast’, senior columnist Bruce Kelly sits down with Fred Kaynor, Managing Director at DAFgiving360, to uncover the latest trends in donor giving...2025-04-1618 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 185: Making sense of the blockbuster LPL-Commonwealth dealBruce Kelly, senior columnist at InvestmentNews, and a man with deep experience covering M&A, sits down with InvestmentNews colleague James Burton to talk about the acquisition that rocked the wealth management world - the LPL-Commonwealth deal. The two talk about the CEOs' roles in the merger, the fundamental differences between the two firms, and what this means for Commonwealth advisors.2025-04-1121 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 184: Tax-Smart Giving: Unlocking the Power of Charitable Planning and Non-Cash AssetsWith a record-breaking $124 trillion in wealth projected to transfer over the next few decades, charitable giving is poised to play a pivotal role in financial planning. As donors increasingly seek tax-smart solutions to maximize their impact, strategies like donor-advised funds (DAFs) and gifting non-cash assets are transforming how philanthropy integrates with financial planning. For financial advisors, understanding these tools isn’t just beneficial - it’s essential for deepening client relationships and growing their practice.
This podcast provides a comprehensive guide to incorporating charitable planning into your advisory offering. Featuring insights from Courtney Tsai at DAFgiving360™, you’ll gain a practica...2025-02-1216 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 183: ‘Mr Alternatives’ unpacks surge into private marketsPrivate market opportunities are in vogue as the public market becomes more reliant on a select group of names. This has meant alternatives can offer much sought-after alpha. Host Bruce Kelly, of InvestmentNews, digs deeper into this trend with Neil Menard, president of distribution at StepStone Private Wealth.2025-02-0731 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 182: What were the standout stories of 2024?The year 2024 was certainly not dull as markets soared, rates finally fell, CEOs moved on and, oh yes, a new president was elected. Bruce Kelly, InvestmentNews senior columnist, is joined by managing editor Emile Hallez, renowned multimedia anchor Gregg Greenberg, and James Burton, Key Media’s VP of Editorial, to discuss their respective highs and lows.2024-12-1129 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 181: What's going on with Social Security?The US election was bitterly fought and one of the issues kicked around was the state of Social Security, the foundation of many people's retirement. Writer Mary Beth Franklin is a renowned expert in the field and she talks to Bruce Kelly, InvestmentNews senior columnist, about why this is stressing people out and what the future of Social Security might look like.2024-12-0328 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 180: Are REITs the word once again?Bruce Kelly, senior columnist at InvestmentNews talks to Rich Hill, SVP and head of Real Estate Strategy & Research at Cohen & Steers to dive into the world of real estate investing. Why are REITs on a tear? Has the sector bottomed out? And why is the recovery uneven across property types?2024-11-2619 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 179: What does the election result mean for wealth professionals?Host Bruce Kelly settles in for a post-election chat with new InvestmentNews managing editor Emile Hallez. On the agenda this week is Social Security, M&A valuations, and President-Elect Donald Trump's cabinet picks.2024-11-1930 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 178: What’s happening at Osaic?Bruce Kelly, senior columnist at InvestmentNews, hosts another top pod in which he is joined by managing editor James Burton to chat about the biggest stories impacting the industry. In this episode, the pair address the state of play at Osaic, talk through its history and Bruce’s latest story on the firm, and wonder out loud how the potential of job cuts might affect advisors.2024-10-3025 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 177: The story of the year? We attempt to unpick LPL’s firing of Dan ArnoldIt was definitely the story of the week, month, and probably year. Dan Arnold, regarded as an extremely successful data-driven CEO of LPL, was fired for comments that breached the firm’s code of conduct. Bruce Kelly, InvestmentNews senior columnist, is joined by managing editor James Burton to discuss the ramifications, what it means for LPL, and why the story is likely far from over.2024-10-1127 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 176: Are RIAs moving away from traditional advisor fees?Bruce Kelly, from InvestmentNews, calls up Vance Barse, founder and wealth strategist at Your Dedicated Fiduciary, for an insightful chat about fee models and where Barse thinks the industry is heading. They also talk about Barse’s career path and the executives that have had the biggest influence on him.2024-09-2423 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 174: Top advisor recruitment firm is a family affairBruce Kelly, of InvestmentNews, chats with Jodie Papike, CEO of advisor recruiting firm Cross-Search, about following in the footsteps of her father Larry and being a second-generation recruiter. They also discuss the difficult topic of what it was really like rising to a senior level in a male-dominated industry, and how advisors are navigating the flood of private equity cash.2024-08-2820 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 173: From Moby Dick to Raymond James leadershipTash Elwyn, president and CEO of Raymond James & Associates, took time out from his busy day to chat to InvestmentNews’ Bruce Kelly. The duo kick off the pod with a lighthearted chat about the origins of Tash’s unusual name before diving into a number of topics, including his new role following a leadership reshuffle, the success of the company’s annual employee event, and where Tash believes the industry is heading.2024-08-2123 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 172: Private Credit and CLO InvestingPrivate credit has surged in popularity as an attractive investment alternative, especially in today's fluctuating financial landscape. As traditional banking systems face increasing scrutiny and regulatory constraints, private credit offers a promising avenue with potentially higher yields and reduced risk profiles. Understanding this investment option is crucial for anyone looking to diversify their portfolio and capitalize on the current economic environment. With interest rates climbing and traditional equity markets showing signs of volatility, private credit stands out as a compelling choice for savvy investors.
In this episode, Shiloh Bates, Chief Investment Officer at Flat Rock Global, delves deep into the...2024-08-0114 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 171: Into the Ether... and beyondWith the launch of a number of new Ethereum ETFs and a surge in the price in Bitcoin, crypto is having a moment. Bruce Kelly, of InvestmentNews, sits down with Roxanna Islam, of TMX/VettaFi, to talk about the latest developments, the impact of the regulators and where this is all heading.2024-07-3019 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 169: Deferred compensation cases and taking on the wirehousesInvestmentNews' Bruce Kelly sits down with trial lawyer Tom Ajamie to discuss deferred compensation cases and how a major strategic rethink led him and his team to ERISA, which could significantly change wirehouse compensation packages.2024-06-0428 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 168: Unveiling the Secrets of Advisor SuccessIn today’s financial landscape, staying ahead isn’t just an advantage, it’s essential. As demand for financial advice grows and advisors face the challenge of aging populations — along with many of their own retirement plans — understanding industry trends becomes paramount.
Join InvestmentNews senior columnist, Bruce Kelly, as he chats with Jeremy Holly, Executive Vice President at LPL Financial, as they discuss the complexities of the M&A space, focusing on advisors’ evolving liquidity needs and strategies for creating transferable value.
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• Challenges posed by aging client base and the emerging trends in advisor’s retirement pla...2024-05-1016 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 167: The Democratization of Alternative InvestmentsJoin BNY Mellon’s David Moss, Growth Ventures Partner, and Aaron Steinberg, Head of Prime Services Business Development and Capital Introductions, for the latest InvestmentNews podcast hosted by Senior Columnist and reporter, Bruce Kelly. In this episode, we dive into the expanding realm of alternative investments and explore why these assets are capturing the attention of both advisors and individual investors.
David and Aaron share their unique perspectives on the future of investing, discussing how new innovations are making alternative investments more accessible and manageable for the wealth management community. During this podcast, you will gain key insights into the ma...2024-04-2624 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 166: Women in Alts: Empowering Change and AdvancementAs we celebrate Women’s History Month, join our latest podcast for a deep dive into the impact women are making in alternative investments and across the financial sector. We’re joined by Lisa Lewin, Director of Business Development on BNY Mellon Pershing’s Prime Services team, who shares insights around women in leadership roles at hedge funds, the value of diversity, and supporting the growth of women in the industry.
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- The changing roles of women in the hedge fund industry, particularly in investment-focused positions, and what it means for the industry
- Exclusive data from BNY Mellon...2024-03-1513 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 165: Navigating the top trends for asset allocation in 2024In 2024, allocators are considering reducing allocations from public markets and traditional investment strategies, and reallocating to alternative investments in order to diversify their portfolios.
Aaron Steinberg, Head of Prime Services Business Development and Capital Introductions at BNY Mellon’s Pershing, breaks down key findings from his team’s recent alternative investment allocator survey, including the main drivers for investors allocating to both private credit and hedge funds, and key investment themes on the horizon for 2024.
Don’t miss this highly informative podcast – hit play now!2024-01-1917 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 162: Strategies for Wealth Management Leaders to Enhance Value and Stand OutIn the fast-changing world of wealth management, leaders need innovative ways to stand out and prosper. To remain competitive, attract talent, and fuel growth, firms need a modern strategy and approach. So, what does this look like?
In this episode Bruce Kelly sits down with Ken Hullings, EVP, Institution Business Development at LPL Financial to uncover how firms can set themselves apart from the competition and better serve their clients. Don’t miss out – hit play now.2023-11-1021 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastStrategies for Wealth Management Leaders to Enhance Value and Stand OutIn the fast-changing world of wealth management, leaders need innovative ways to stand out and prosper. To remain competitive, attract talent, and fuel growth, firms need a modern strategy and approach. So, what does this look like?
In this episode Bruce Kelly sits down with Ken Hullings, EVP, Institution Business Development at LPL Financial to uncover how firms can set themselves apart from the competition and better serve their clients. Don’t miss out – hit play now.2023-11-1021 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastLeveraging technology to make advisor forms easier to manageThere are many reasons why people choose to become advisors – filling out forms is NOT one of those reasons. During this episode, Chuck talks with Rich Walker, Founder & CEO of Quik Forms, about how advisors are leveraging technology to make processing forms more efficient and less time consuming.2023-11-0829 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 161: Noise pollution, the investment process, and bond ETFs.Bruce chats with Rob Isbitts, founder of ETFYourself.com, former financial advisor and fund manager, about interest rates, the bond market, and what fixed-income ETFs to consider right now.2023-10-3123 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastNoise pollution, the investment process and bond ETFsBruce chats with Rob Isbitts, founder of ETFYourself.com and a former financial advisor and fund manager, about interest rates, the bond market and which fixed-income ETFs to consider right now.2023-10-3123 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastWealth festivals and RIA custodyInvestmentNews technology editor Ryan Neal joins Bruce to talk about Future Proof and Schwab's integration of TD's RIAs.2023-09-2628 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 160: Wealth Festivals and RIA CustodyRyan Neal talks about Future Proof and the Schwab/TD integration.2023-09-2628 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastPeter Mallouk, Creative Planning and Goldman SachsBruce is joined by Peter Mallouk, president and CEO of Creative Planning, to discuss the RIA giant’s recent deal for Goldman’s RIA, the former United Capital Financial Partners.
2023-09-1120 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 159: Peter Mallouk, Creative Planning and Goldman SachsBruce is joined by Peter Mallouk, president and CEO of Creative Planning, to discuss the RIA giant’s recent deal for Goldman’s RIA, the former United Capital Financial Partners.2023-09-0820 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 158: Goldman Sachs, financial advisors and anxietyBruce is joined by Ron Carson, founder and CEO of Carson Group, and John Furey, managing partner of Advisor Growth Strategies, to talk about Goldman’s sale of United Capital and how financial advisors can move beyond a mindset of fear and scarcity.
This episode is sponsored by Schwab Asset Management.2023-09-0832 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 157: Who wants to put on goggles to do financial planning?The InvestmentNews podcast returns after a summer hiatus. In this episode, Bruce talks to fellow reporters Ryan Neal and Emile Hallez, respectively, about AI and college debt.
Guest Bios:
Ryan Neal is technology editor at InvestmentNews. Originally from Northern California, Ryan received bachelor’s degrees in English and philosophy from UC Santa Barbara before beginning a career in journalism at the Santa Barbara Independent. After a few years of freelancing, bartending and snowboarding in Colorado, Ryan moved to New York to earn a master’s degree in journalism at Columbia University. He has covered the advisor fintech beat since 2014.
Emile Hall...2023-09-0826 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastGoldman Sachs, financial advisors and anxietyBruce is joined by Ron Carson, founder and CEO of Carson Group, and John Furey, managing partner of Advisor Growth Strategies, to talk about Goldman’s sale of United Capital and how financial advisors can move beyond a mindset of fear and scarcity.2023-08-2832 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 1: Financial services gets a failing grade for diversity.The inaugural episode of the InvestmentNews Podcast doesn’t hold back; diving into essential topics for the financial advice industry from diversity to succession planning to potential layoffs and cost cutting to come at large firms that advisers rely on for service and technology.
This episode includes a free-wheeling discussion of four main topics: diversity issues in the financial advice industry; potential big firm layoffs; what’s the market outlook for the second half of 2020 and succession planning. The final segment, called Open Notebook, explores the risks for advisers taking PPP loans. Please share on Twitter.2023-08-2332 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 2: Jay Clayton’s legacy as chairman of the SEC.The momentum continues with the second weekly episode of the InvestmentNews Podcast, where senior columnists Jeff Benjamin and Bruce Kelly take opposing sides of some important issues facing the wealth management industry.
This week Jeff and Bruce scratch beneath the surface of SEC chairman Jay Clayton’s contributions to the financial services industry, what recourse brokers have when consolidation leads to pay cuts, why outsourcing makes sense for advisers, how financial service industry professional sometimes talk when clients aren’t around, and Doc Kennedy’s legal wrangling. Keep the conversation going on twitter @InvestmentNews2023-08-2332 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 3: The new reality of Reg BI & why brokers and advisers will continue to butt heads.Episode 3: The new reality of Reg BI & why brokers and advisers will continue to butt heads. by The InvestmentNews Podcast2023-08-2330 minThe InvestmentNews Podcast4:PPP loans continue to haunt the wealth management industry, Bruce and Jeff explain why, plus more.The SBA released the list of PPP loan recipients recently and the wealth management industry is scrambling to justify their loans while operating a fee-based business model.
What exactly are semitransparent ETFs and why do they matter? As these unique new funds slowly come to market, questions remain as to whether the market has any interest.
Cetera’s new head of recruiting has a steep hill to climb to compete with deep-pocketed BD recruiting giants like LPL.
The state of the financial markets and the economy suggest now is the time for diversification into alternative investments.
And Bruce Kelly made hi...2023-08-2335 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 5: A closer look at Joe Biden’s tax plan and the potential for a financial transaction tax.As Joe Biden releases his tax plan, we fold in a deep dive into the odds of a financial transaction tax hitting wealth management.
The pace of mergers and acquisitions in the RIA space fell off pace from March through May, but ramped back up in June, suggesting the second half of the year could be on pace with the record levels of 2019.
IN technology reporter Nicole Casperson joins the podcast to explain Wells Fargo’s challenges getting the TikTok app removed from company-issued devices.
And Nicole, who was hired in May, shares her perspective on what it’s like to b...2023-08-2337 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 6: Schwab-TD mega merger w/ special guest Dani FavaDani Fava emerged this week as the latest example of fallout from Schwab’s pending $26 billion acquisition of TD Ameritrade. She explains her rationale for joining Envestnet to take on new challenges.
Bruce explains how the math doesn’t add up at GPB Capital, where the latest public filings point to a $200 million gap at this alternative investments operation.
The conundrum of why zero-fee funds don’t always fly off the shelf has the asset management industry scrambling to find the sweet spot when it comes to expense ratios. Spoiler alert, brand names matter.
Securities America’s quest for scale through...2023-08-2332 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 7: Will ESG be allowed in 401(k) plans? Special Guest Mark Schoeff weighs inInvestmentNews senior reporter Mark Schoeff, a veteran Washington insider, takes us behind the scenes of Congress and regulatory rule making to highlight the hurdles facing ESG investments trying to get a piece of the lucrative retirement savings market.
Bruce details the sad regulatory track record of Purshe Kaplan Sterling, where million-dollar-plus settlements are too common.
We explain why The Vanguard Group throws in the towel in a 20-year battle with value investing by folding a $1 billion actively-managed mutual fund into a $77 billion index fund.
Earnings season is here, and the message is becoming clearer that fallout from the coronavirus is...2023-08-2342 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 8: The big juicy pork chopRecruiting behemoth LPL Financial never lets up, and we look at the latest effort to expand the footprint.
Skip Schweiss becomes the latest high-profile exec to jump ship at TD Ameritrade ahead of the Schwab acquisition.
Morgan Stanley’s acquisition of ETrade has left the big bank with a small custody business that might not have a permanent home.
And in the Open Notebook segment Jeff and Bruce delve into the reality of placing “chief” in front of anything and everything to make us all feel better about ourselves.2023-08-2329 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 9: Sell baby sell! Merrill Lynch pulls the reins in on trainee programMerrill Lynch has learned that broker trainees are one group of employees that is not best suited for the remote work environment. The wirehouse has temporarily shuttered its trainee program after some of the cold-calling newbies apparently went off the rails. Who didn’t see this happening?
Jeff and Bruce take another look at the potential conflicts of interest that could arise as Morgan Stanley continues to absorb ETrade’s custody business.
What’s up with buffered ETFs? Jeff and Bruce discuss how they work, when they work, who needs them and the reason they cost so much more than other...2023-08-2335 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 10: Mixing politics and financial advice is a dangerous cocktailWe look at how the Twitter dustup between two advisers over politics should send a message to the financial services community that it doesn’t pay to let your political colors show on social media. Also, Covid has had a negative impact on broker recruiting. Then we get into the trend toward reducing bond allocations from otherwise balanced portfolios. And Bruce Kelly dishes up another example of a bad broker. Finally, in the Open Notebook segment, we delve into whether New York can continue to be the center of the universe, as far as New Yorkers are concerned.2023-08-2335 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 11: The weather and political temperature in Washington are hotFrom Washington, D.C., special guest Mark Schoeff joins hosts Jeff Benjamin and Bruce Kelly to look at the fallout for the wealth management industry in the wake of both the Democratic and Republican national conventions. Jeff raises the question of accredited investors, Bruce has an update on the ongoing GPB scandal and Mark takes issue with PR folks hampering interviews at times.2023-08-2345 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 15: The future of financial planningHosts Jeff Benjamin and Bruce Kelly are joined by fellow InvestmentNews reporter Emile Hallez to dig deep into how living longer and getting a better sense of longevity in general is changing financial planning. This episode also looks at examples of prejudice across the financial services industry2023-08-2332 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 16: Schwab closes $22 billion acquisition of TD Ameritrade. Nicole Casperson breaks it downHosts Jeff Benjamin and Bruce Kelly are joined by fellow InvestmentNews reporter Nicole Casperson to discuss what the Schwab-TD megamerger means for the overlapping custodial platforms. Also on the docket, Morgan Stanley buys Eaton Vance, and a look at whether one financial adviser on the lam is a sign of things to come.2023-08-2330 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 29: “A lot of dialogue is going to turn into action.” A 2020 review and look aheadIn this review of the troubling year behind us, InvestmentNews staffers join Jeff and Bruce to share personal stories of challenges overcome, lessons learned and what everyone is looking forward to next year. From becoming woke to hitting a black bear and learning the thrilling and scary news that one is expecting during a pandemic, our staff members open up about their unique trials and triumphs this year.2023-08-2332 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 37: Ariel Alternatives seeks to close the racial wealth gap, plus a dive into HSAsLes Brun, co-founder of Ariel Alternatives, shares his vision for “Project Black,” the firm’s initiative to invest in middle-market companies to scale the number of minority-owned businesses. InvestmentNews’ own Emile Hallez joins to discuss HSAs, their potential benefits for clients and how advisers can work with them.2023-08-1833 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 38: On Bitcoin and the Wells Fargo Asset Management saleJeff and Bruce delve into the murky world of Bitcoin. Chris Kuiper from CFRA sets Bruce and Jeff on the path to crypto enlightenment. They may not be “hodling” by the end of the episode, but you’ll learn some of the basic, but interesting details, why it works and whether crypto ETFs make any sense. Bruce and Jeff have also have a lively discussion about the sale of Wells Fargo Asset Management to PE.2023-08-1835 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 42: Susan Antilla on her long crusade to rid Wall Street of sexual harassment.Susan Antilla has spent more than 25 years writing about and exposing sexual harassment and discrimination on Wall Street. She joins the pod today to talk to Jeff and Bruce about her stellar career, her work, and progress made. InvestmentNews CEO Christine Shaw makes her long-awaited debut on the pod to discuss her work towards gender equality through her own stewardship of InvestmentNews, as well as her podcast, Her Success Matters, which focuses on the journey's and success's of C-Suite women across the business.2023-08-1841 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 53: Bruce wins a Neal award! Mindy Diamond talks adviser movement, compensation & diversityGeorge Moriarty, our chief content officer, makes his inaugural visit to the podcast to chat about Bruce’s amazing Neal award. Mindy Diamond starts off the episode with a conversation about adviser movement, the wirehouses, compensation and why there aren’t more female RIAs.2023-08-1850 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 55: Ric Edelman’s next move aims to bring advisers into digital assetsFinancial planning icon Ric Edelman, who created Edelman Financial Services in 1987 and merged it with Financial Engines in 2018 to create the mammoth Edelman Financial Engines, joins the podcast to share his plans now that he’s stepped down from daily duties at his namesake firm. Bruce and Jeff ask him about his efforts to help the financial services industry understand and embrace digital innovations like blockchain, Bitcoin and more.2023-08-1840 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 56: Kara Murphy’s new Kestra role and Blair DuQuesnay on Britney SpearsKara Murphy, formerly of United Capital and then Goldman Sachs, recently became the first chief investment officer of Kestra Holdings, which has about $33 billion in assets under management. She joined the podcast to share her plans for the new division she will lead, Kestra Investment Management, which will work the firm’s 2,400 advisers on investment selection and advice. Blair DuQuesnay of Ritholtz Wealth Management joined Jeff Benjamin and co-host for this episode Nicole Casperson to discuss takeaways from Britney Spears’ public plea to end her 13-year conservatorship.2023-08-1840 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 59: Robinhood IPO and the end of ESG’s sparkling performance?InvestmentNews’ fintech reporter, Nicole Casperson, has become a true expert on all things Robinhood through her reporting, and she joins Jeff and Bruce on Robinhood’s IPO day to share her findings. They discuss the companies challenges, where they go from here, and the performance of the IPO itself. Professor Luke Taylor from Wharton joins today’s pod to chat about the results of his department’s research on the future of ESG performance. Their verdict? The future will not be as bright as the prior two years worth of gains.2023-08-1842 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 62: ESG and direct indexing bolstering each other and the RIAs that took PPPTom O’Shea, a director at Cerulli Associates, explains why taxes and ESG are creating a surge of interest in direct indexing, a separately managed account product that has been around for 20 years. His research firm predicts a 12.4% growth in direct indexing assets, compared with 11.3% for exchange-traded funds and 3.3% for mutual funds. InvestmentNews hosts Jeff Benjamin and Bruce Kelly discuss a report from two academics that suggests $36 million of the $590 million that RIAs accepted in the first round of PPP loans last year went to firms that abused the program.2023-08-1832 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 63: Is the S&P overvalued? Look to historyJim Paulsen of The Leuthold Group and Paulsen’s Perspective joins the podcast to discuss his views on S&P valuations, the possibility of inflation and a market outlook. Our own Mark Schoeff Jr. fills Jeff and Bruce in on Barbara Roper’s move to the SEC from her longtime work for the Consumer Federation of America.2023-08-181h 02The InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 68: Target-date funds — why the sudden hate?Target-date funds have come under fire recently, with comments made by Peter Mallouk disparaging the products. Jason Kephart joins the pod today to discuss what’s up with TDFs. Why are they popular, are investors using them wrong, and what are collective investment trusts? Devin McGinley also joins to share the latest from the 2021 InvestmentNews compensation and staffing study.2023-08-1831 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 76: Deals and no dealsBruce Kelly takes the reins of this week’s pod so Jeff can take care of his last-minute Christmas shopping and fruitcake baking. InvestmentNews’ Sean Allocca joins the podcast to chat with Bruce about some of the big acquisitions and hoped-for acquisitions in the wealth tech space. They go over Wealthfront as a possible buy target and Apollo’s purchase of Griffin.2023-08-1827 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 80: The work-from-home dilemma and the lack of diversity in conference agendasAs the InvestmentNews Podcast reaches its 80th episode, Bruce and Jeff tackle big industry issues with Brian Hart from KPMG, including when and how employees are expected to return to the office, and talk to Sonya Dreizler of hellochoir.com, which is a trailblazer in the effort to set new industry standards for diversity at big conferences.2023-08-1857 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 81: Are our industry’s diversity programs working?Episode 81: Are our industry’s diversity programs working? by The InvestmentNews Podcast2023-08-1838 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 88: The Lipper Awards reflect the new normalBruce and Jeff speak to Tom Roseen, head of research services at Refinitiv Lipper Research, about the recently announced Lipper Awards. They clarify how the awards work and discuss some of the winners, including T. Rowe Price. They also address how the shift in the fund industry from actively managed funds to index and passively managed funds has impacted Lipper. Bruce and Jeff also talk about the upcoming release of InvestmentNews’ New Normal story, which explores how work culture has been transformed for the long haul and what the financial industry must do to retain talent.2023-08-1827 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 96: Behind the scenes at T3 with Ryan NealEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff reconnect with InvestmentNew’s very own technology editor, Ryan Neal, as he dives into the T3 conference in Texas. The guys discuss what Ryan’s been doing during his hiatus from InvestmentNews, his big plans now that he’s back, and the misleading bro culture of Silicon Valley.
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Originally from Northern California, Ryan Neal received bachelor’s degrees in English and philosophy at UC Santa Barbara before beginning a career in journalism at the Santa Barbara Independent. After a few years of freelancing, bartending and snowboarding in Colorado, Ryan moved to New York to earn...2023-08-1824 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 97: Crypto and its place in 401(k) plansBruce Kelly sorts through the complicated pairing of crypto and 401(k)s with InvestmentNews’ very own Mark Schoeff Jr. and Jennifer Gibbs Swets, partner and retirement plan consultant at DWC – The 401(k) Experts. Together they address the big questions:
-Why is Fidelity advocating to push crypto onto its 401(k) platform?
-How should you explain this to option to your client?
-Where does the DOL stand on regulating this option?
-Why are these blurred lines a legal higher risk for the financial adviser than for a company like Fidelity?
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Jennifer Gibbs Swets is a partner and retirement plan consultant at D...2023-08-1832 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 98.1: T3 special edition: Charles Schwab’s Andrew SaleskyEpisode Notes
Reporting from the Technology Tools for Today conference in Denton, Texas, InvestmentNews technology editor Ryan W. Neal sits down with Andrew Salesky, head of digital adviser solutions at Charles Schwab, to get an update on the ongoing TD Ameritrade integration and the latest digital developments for advisers using Schwab’s platform. They also discuss Schwab’s latest third-party tech integrations, takeaways from the T3 conference and Salesky’s new passion for swimming.
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Andrew Salesky leads Charles Schwab’s digital advisor solutions team, which manages the suite of technology platforms used by the registered investment advisers that custody...2023-08-1810 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 100: Merrill Lynch’s Andy Sieg discusses the recent shift in wealth managementIn the 100th episode of the InvestmentNews Podcast, Bruce and Jeff go in strong with a big guest, Andy Sieg, president of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. They address a multitude of topics related to the shift in wealth management from 2021 to 2022, including how firms are hiring and retaining talent, and when it will be time to start raising adviser fees.
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Andy Sieg is president of Merrill Wealth Management and a member of Bank of America Corp.’s executive management team. In this role, he oversees more than 25,000 employees who provide investment and wealth management strategies to individuals and bu...2023-08-1737 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 102: The SEC’s lawsuit against Western International SecuritiesBruce takes the pod solo this week and interviews InvestmentNews senior reporter Mark Schoeff Jr. about the SEC’s lawsuit against Western International Securities Inc. There’s much to unpack about the lawsuit, which involves GWG bonds and violations of Reg BI. Bruce and Mark talk through the specific charges, how effective Reg BI has been during its two years of operation, and the potential outcome of the case.
Guest Bio:
Mark Schoeff Jr. is a senior reporter at InvestmentNews. Based in Washington, D.C., he covers legislation and regulations affecting retail investment advisers and brokers. Prior to joining InvestmentNews in 2...2023-08-1733 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 104: What does David Canter’s exit mean for Fidelity?Bruce and Jeff explore the news that David Canter is leaving Fidelity Institutional for Bluespring Wealth Partners with Timothy D. Welsh, CEO of Nexus Strategy. They discuss the impact this will have on Fidelity and its custody business, as well as what it means for Bluespring.
Guest Bio:
Timothy D. Welsh, CFP is president, CEO and founder of Nexus Strategy, LLC, a leading consulting firm to the wealth management industry.
Prior to founding Nexus Strategy, Tim was Director of Business Consulting Services for Schwab Advisor Services, where he led the development and marketing of practice management resources for independent advisors...2023-08-1720 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 108: Exploring single-stock ETFs with Nate GeraciEpisode Notes
Jeff takes the pod solo, interviewing the founder and president of The ETF Store, Nate Geraci, about the nuances of single-stock ETFs. Nate talks about how we got to this point, how the newly released ETFs that invest in a single security work, and who they work for.
Guest Bio:
Nate Geraci is chairman and president of The ETF Store, an ETF-focused registered investment advisor providing comprehensive wealth management. Nate also hosts the weekly podcast “ETF Prime” and offers ETF perspectives at The ETF Educator blog.
Nate has contributed to major financial media outlets including The Wall Street Jour...2023-08-1724 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 110: The anti-woke response to ESGEpisode Notes
Bruce is joined by Mark Schoeff Jr., senior reporter with InvestmentNews, and Emile Hallez, US News Editor for ESG Clarity, to discuss current news about ESG. They explore government officials’ efforts related to ESG, including the SEC and Labor Department. However, there’s pushback coming from states like Texas and Florida, which have declared an anti-woke approach to ESG.2023-08-1728 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 111: Fintech deals and conferences to keep on your radar this fallEpisode Notes
InvestmentNews’ tech reporter, Ryan Neal, joins Bruce on the pod this week to talk through current major fintech deals and the tech conferences on his radar this fall. At the top of the list is the termination of UBS’ acquisition of robo-adviser Wealthfront.
Guest Bio:
Originally from Northern California, Ryan received bachelor’s degrees in English and philosophy from UC Santa Barbara before beginning a career in journalism at the Santa Barbara Independent. After a few years of freelancing, bartending and snowboarding in Colorado, Ryan moved to New York to earn a master’s degree in journalism at Columbia...2023-08-1726 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 121: Why DEI is the future of finance, and what you can do about itEpisode Notes
Jeff and Bruce are joined by Joanne Cleaver, diversity, equity and inclusion editor at InvestmentNews, who explains her work highlighting the many individuals and firms who have put in the DEI work at their businesses, including celebrating them at the Women to Watch event in New York City this month. Cleaver also explains why the future of the business is in DEI and what you can do to continue growth.
Related article: https://womentowatchaward.com/2023-08-1732 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 125: The sky isn’t falling on nontraded REITSEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff connect with Kevin T. Gannon, CEO of RA Stanger Investment Bank, to talk about nontraded REITS, their history, all of the current nuances when working with them, and their advantages and disadvantages.
Related article: https://www.investmentnews.com/nontraded-reit-math-bedeviling-230132
Guest Bio:
Mr. Gannon is chairman and CEO of Stanger. Mr. Gannon joined Stanger in 1983 and has been the lead or co-lead investment banker on more than $75 billion of assignments involving real estate assets and securities. Mr. Gannon is a frequent speaker at industry events sponsored by the Institute for Portfolio Alternatives (IPA) and ADISA and...2023-08-1734 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 129: Breaking down BettermentEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff are joined by Thomas Moore, director of Betterment for Advisors, to talk about all things Betterment. They leave no stone unturned as they discuss the robo-advisor’s business, its strategy and Betterment’s outlook on its future.
Guest Bio:
Thomas Moore heads up the business development group for Betterment for Advisors. Prior to this, he held lead sales roles for Affiliated Managers Group, SEI and The Vanguard Group.
As a wealth management partner, LPL Financial helps advisors, enterprises, and institutions serve their clients.2023-08-1736 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 130: Is going full equity in portfolios being fiduciarily responsible?Episode Notes
Bruce and Jeff talk to Ben Carlson, director of institutional asset management at Ritholtz Wealth Management, about going 100% equities in portfolios, dealing with the risk averse versus the non-risk averse, and answering the big recession questions.
Guest Bio:
Ben Carlson CFA serves as the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. Mr. Carlson is responsible for working directly with institutional investors and developing portfolio solutions that address their needs, as well as leveraging and contributing to the firm’s internal research program. Prior to this, he was a part of the investment team that managed the en...2023-08-1737 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 131: Alternatives as an all-season investmentEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff speak to Nadia Papagiannis, head of model portfolio products at Northern Trust Asset Management, about investing beyond one’s comfort zone and what it is about our current economy that makes alternative investments unique.
Additional Resources:
The name of the model portfolio discussed by Nadia is Diversified Strategist Growth with Income, and the FlexShares ETFs that provide its alts exposure are: iBox 3-Year Target Duration TIPS Index (TDTT); High Yield Value-Scored Bond Index (HYGV); Morningstar Global Upstream Natural Resources Index (GUNR); STOXX Global Infrastructure Index (NFRA); and Global Quality Real Estate Index (GQRE).
Guest Bio:
Na...2023-08-1731 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 132: ESG investing, Twitter showdowns and the politics involvedEpisode Notes
Inspired by a Twitter showdown about ESG investing, Jeff and Bruce seek more information from Adam Fleck, director of equity research for ESG at Morningstar Research Services. The guys dive deep to better understand the landscape of ESG investing and how we can get past the political challenges.
Guest Bio:
Adam Fleck is the director of equity research, ESG for Morningstar Research Services LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Morningstar Inc. He leads Morningstar’s environmental, social and governance equity research efforts, including collaboration with Sustainalytics, along with a team of analysts in Chicago and Amsterdam.
Before assuming hi...2023-08-1732 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 133: The ins and outs of Goldman Sachs’ custody operationEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff are joined by Jeremy Eisenstein, co-head of RIA custody sales at Goldman Sachs. Jeremy gives his views on the custody operation at Goldman, where it’s going, where it’s been and how it got here.
Guest Bio:
Jeremy Eisenstein is co-head of the RIA custody sales and relationship management teams at Goldman Sachs, which is part of the Firm’s Global Banking & Markets Division. He is based in New York.
Prior to this role, he was a member of the Goldman Sachs derivatives franchise with responsibilities across the insurance and Structured Products groups covering financ...2023-08-1730 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 134: Michael Tiedemann identifies keys to RIA successEpisode Notes
On this episode, Jeff and Bruce come on strong with the questions and Michael Tiedemann, CEO of Alvarium Tiedemann, takes them in stride. There’s so much to unpack, from the inception of the Tiedemann Advisors to its journey of rebranding and going public. Jeff is curious about Michael’s lack of interest in private equity. Bruce wants to know what the heck Gwyneth Paltrow and Goop have to do with Michael Tiedemann. And of course the bigger questions: Does an RIA go public? If so, when? And do you misalign with your clients by going public? They note...2023-08-1738 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 135: NightShares takes on the markets while they’re closedEpisode Notes
This week Bruce and Jeff connect with Bruce Lavine, founder and CEO of NightShares. They discuss NightShares’ strategies for trading ETFs while the markets are closed, the methodologies that make this successful and how advisors can use these strategies for their clients.
Guest Bio:
Bruce Lavine is NightShares’ founder and chief executive officer. Pragmatic and inventive leader in multiple high-impact roles building successful businesses with an expertise in wealth management, asset management and exchange-traded funds. One of the early pioneers in creating the ETF industry’s success path by building relationships and partnerships, contributing to the design of creati...2023-08-1721 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 136: Video is the future for marketing advisory servicesEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff chat with Candice Carlton, head of advisor growth marketing at FiComm Partners, about Merrill Lynch’s new tool allowing advisors to share custom videos and why Candace sees it as a wake-up call for advisors. She goes through the do’s and don’ts of using video to market yourself as an advisor, and explains why this is a tool everyone will have to master.
Candice Carlton is the head of advisor growth marketing at FiComm Partners. Prior to FiComm, she worked for and with some of the fastest growing and most innovative firms in the US...2023-08-1728 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 137: Is this the start of a full-throttle banking crisis?Episode Notes
Bruce and Jeff are joined by Alexander Yokum, equity research analyst at CFRA, who provides context on what Silicon Valley Bank’s problems mean for the immediate future of banking. He also talks about how First Republic, considered one of the least risky banks, got caught up in this, and whether or not we should be concerned for the banking industry as a whole.
Guest Bio:
Alexander Yokum is an Equity Research Analyst at CFRA. Alexander is primarily responsible for covering regional banks and diversified banks, including companies such as U.S. Bancorp, PNC, Truist and the largest si...2023-08-1729 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 138: Special episode from T3 with Alison Dooher of Charles SchwabEpisode Notes
Alison Dooher, the managing director of digital advisor solutions at Charles Schwab, shares an update on the ongoing technology integration between Schwab and TD Ameritrade. Live from the T3 expo hall in Tampa, Florida, Dooher also talks with InvestmentNews technology editor Ryan W. Neal about how advisors are using their data, her quest to make the perfect pizza dough, and the show “Yellowstone.”
Guest Bio:
Alison Dooher leads the Digital Advisor Solutions team, which oversees the suite of technology platforms that help the Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) that custody assets with Schwab serve their clients and increase the scal...2023-08-1706 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 139: Special episode from T3 with Aaron Klein of RiskalyzeEpisode Notes
Riskalyze co-founder and CEO Aaron Klein reflects on 10 years of attending the T3 conference and speaks with technology editor Ryan W. Neal about how his company is helping financial advisors grow without twisting them into salespeople. Live from the T3 floor expo floor, Klein also talks about how the company is strategizing integrations and lighting the beam for the Sacramento Kings.
Guest Bio:
Aaron Klein is co-founder and CEO of Riskalyze. Aaron’s career has largely been at the intersection of finance and technology. As co-founder and CEO at Riskalyze, he led the company to twice being named on...2023-08-1710 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 140: Special episode from T3 with Joel BruckensteinEpisode Notes
T3 producer Joel Bruckenstein shares some inside tips on what to enjoy in Tampa Bay; discusses what his latest advisor technology survey uncovered about cybersecurity; and talks about some of the most interesting new technology startups in the T3 expo hall.
As an independent financial advisor, you need a custodian who truly understands your hopes, your dreams, and your headaches. For the last three decades, Schwab Advisor Services has been there for thousands of advisors just like you who want to serve their clients’ best interests – whether they’re just starting out or have more complex needs. Together, we can...2023-08-1707 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 141: Special episode from T3 with Nimesh Patel of Carson GroupEpisode Notes
Should wealth management firms build their own technology or integrate with third parties? Carson Group chief technology officer Nimesh Patel joins InvestmentNews technology editor Ryan W. Neal on the T3 conference floor to discuss the options for creating a differentiated technology platform, and their shared love of “The Last of Us” on HBO.
Guest Bio:
Nimesh Patel is chief technology officer at Carson Group. Prior to joining Carson Group, Patel was CEO of Prefix Health Technologies, a tech startup that modernized access and delivery of social benefits to vulnerable populations. Previously, he served as COO and CTO at Cres...2023-08-1706 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 142: Special episode from T3 with Rose Palazzo of EnvestnetEpisode Notes
In this special episode of the IN Pod, straight from the conference floor of T3, InvestmentNews Rose Palazzo, group president of financial planning at Envestnet, joins technology editor Ryan W. Neal on the T3 conference floor to share some of the latest features and enhancements coming to MoneyGuide, as well as a sneak peak at a product coming to help advisors charge for financial planning.
Guest Bio:
Rose Palazzo is the Group President of Envestnet Financial Planning, where she oversees all MoneyGuide operations.
As an independent financial advisor, you need a custodian who truly understands your hopes, your...2023-08-1706 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 143: The great success of a woman-led RIAEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff chat with Shannon Eusey, CEO and founder of Beacon Pointe Advisors, about how Shannon launched Beacon Pointe, the nation’s largest woman-led RIA, and how the firm has continued to grow amid challenging times. Shannon also talks about how she’s been able to run the company while becoming a mother of four. They also ponder the question of when big firms will start acquiring other big firms.
Guest Bio:
Shannon is the Chief Executive Officer of Beacon Pointe Advisors, the largest female-led Registered Investment Advisory (RIA) firm in the country serving private clients, foundations, and...2023-08-1728 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 144: Relationships and timing are key to Pershing’s continued successEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff talk to James Crowley, chief executive and chair of the executive committee at Pershing, about the continued success of the world’s largest custodian and the keys that make that possible. James claims much of it has to do with his longevity as CEO and the relationships he’s cultivated, mixed with the proper timing to create opportunity. He also stresses the need to continue to innovate the services offered.
Guest Bio:
Jim Crowley is the Chief Executive and Chair of the Executive Committee for Pershing. He is also a member of the BNY Mellon Exec...2023-08-1734 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 145: Mary Beth Franklin talks about the insecurities of Social SecurityEpisode Notes
Jeff and Bruce chat with InvestmentNews contributing editor Mary Beth Franklin about recent projection that the Social Security trust funds will run out by 2034. Mary Beth walks us through how Social Security currently works, how it’s been an ever-evolving system in constant need of reform, and the reality that this current problem is not a math problem but a political one.
Guest Bio:
Mary Beth Franklin is a dontributing editor at InvestmentNews specializing in Social Security, Medicare and retirement income. She has been a financial journalist for more than 40 years, covering everything from federal budget and tax po...2023-08-1735 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 146: Niche advisory practice has unusual focusEpisode Notes
Jeff takes the pod solo this week to talk to Lindsey Swanson, who founded and runs a niche advisory practice, Stripper Financial Planning. Lindsey takes us through how she identified her niche working with sex workers, and how she used tools like SEO and her desire to serve an underserved demographic to help define and grow her business.
Guest Bio:
Lindsey Swanson CFP® has worked in financial planning for the better part of the last decade. She is passionate about bringing education and advice to every corner of society. She noticed a severe lack of financial advice targeted t...2023-08-1733 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 147: South Dakota bank shows how to build custom banking businessEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff are joined by Adam Cox, executive vice president and chief wealth management officer at First National Bank in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. In addition to running his own award-winning podcast, ‘Common Sense on the Prairie,’ Adam walks us through how he’s led the growth and hybrid development of First National Bank to provide a variety of banking and RIA services to its clients.
Guest Bio:
Adam Cox is executive vice president and chief wealth management officer at The First National Bank in Sioux Falls, a community bank located in southeastern South Dakota. A native of Sou...2023-08-1736 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 148: Evaluating advisory fees with Matt Matrisian of AssetMarkEpisode Notes
Jeff takes the pod solo this week to talk to Matt Matrisian, chief channel officer at AssetMark. They evaluate the current structure of fees and look at how advisors can use benchmarking to optimize their fee-based practice. They also consider how advisors can approach raising their fees.
Guest Bio:
Matt Matrisian serves as the senior vice president and chief channel officer for AssetMark. Matt started at AssetMark in April of 2010. Matt is based in the San Francisco Bay area.
As one of the industry’s largest and most experienced asset managers, we offer a focused lineup of competitively pr...2023-08-1735 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 149: A recruiter’s view of First Republic and JPMorganEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff talk to Louis Diamond, president of Diamond Consultants, about First Republic Bank, JPMorgan’s role as its acquirer, and what the road ahead may look like for the First Republic brokers and clients. They also discuss the road paved by Louis’ mother, Mindy Diamond, who started Diamond Consultants at a time when a woman leader in the industry wasn’t common.
As one of the industry’s largest and most experienced asset managers, we offer a focused lineup of competitively priced ETFs, mutual funds and separately managed account strategies designed to serve the central needs of most...2023-08-1725 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 150: Bud Light and ESGEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff are joined by InvestmentNews ESG editor Emile Hallez to talk about the backlash he received in response to his recent column, ‘The Bud Light case for ESG.’ They discuss how ESG is defined and how it applies to Anheuser-Busch hiring a transgender influencer to promote its brand.
Guest Bio:
Emile Hallez is ESG editor at InvestmentNews. Previously he was U.S. news editor for ESG Clarity, covered retirement at InvestmentNews, and worked as a reporter and associate editor at Ignites, a Financial Times publication. Prior to his work in financial journalism, he cut his teeth as a...2023-08-1718 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 151: How to factor financial wellness into your advisory servicesEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff speak to Emily Koochel, manager of financial wellness at eMoney Advisor. Emily stresses the importance of financial wellness through the exploration of financial psychology and helps us understand the difference between financial psychology and behavioral finance.
Guest Bio:
Dr. Emily Koochel is an experienced financial professional, academic, and researcher. She currently serves as a leader for eMoney Advisor’s Financial Education and Wellness initiatives in her role as the Senior Financial Planning Education Consultant. Dr. Koochel’s Ph.D. in Applied Family Science and Master’s in Financial Planning provide a multidisciplinary lens to inform her wo...2023-08-1730 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 152: The current state of wealth managementEpisode Notes
Bruce takes the pod solo as he speaks to Peter Nesvold of Republic Capital Group, an investment banker, teacher and author. Peter talks about recent deals Republic Capital has been involved in, the current premium on getting into the wealth management business, and his overall sense of the marketplace now.
Guest Bio:
Peter Nesvold, a lawyer, CFA and CPA by background, is a multi-disciplinary finance executive with 25 years of Wall Street experience in the asset and wealth management industries. He is a partner at Republic Capital Group and the founder of Nesvold Capital Partners (NCP).
Peter cut his...2023-08-1727 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 153: Michael Kitces explains how to use AI to improve your advisory businessEpisode Summary
Bruce and Jeff speak with forward thinker Michael Kitces, chief financial planning nerd at kitces.com. With ChatGPT pushing artificial intelligence into the mainstream, Michael walks us through how AI…
Episode Notes
Bruce and Jeff speak with forward thinker Michael Kitces, chief financial planning nerd at kitces.com. With ChatGPT pushing artificial intelligence into the mainstream, Michael walks us through how AI can complement your advisory services and how to integrate it.
Guest Bio:
Michael E. Kitces, MSFS, MTAX, CFP®, CLU, ChFC, RHU, REBC, CASL, is the Head of Planning Strategy for Buckingham Wealth Partners, a private wealth man...2023-08-1731 minThe InvestmentNews PodcastEpisode 154: Dave Ramsey and the multiple lawsuits he’s facingEpisode Notes
Bruce and Jeff speak with Bob Smietana, national reporter at Religion News Service, about Christian radio host Dave Ramsey and the multiple lawsuits he’s facing. They work through the question of how legally responsible Dave Ramsey is in these suits as someone considered a “financial guru.”
Guest Bio:
Bob Smietana is a national reporter at Religion News Service with more than two decades of experience covering the intersection of faith, values and everyday life. His work is fueled by a wide range of sources, deep subject knowledge, a knack for finding stories that attract a large audience online...2023-08-1731 min