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Breakaway Briefing
by Roger Gershman
The Breakaway Briefing is not just another industry podcast—it is the definitive guide for elite financial advisors considering the next, most profitable chapter of their career. Hosted by the world-class boutique financial recruiting and consulting firm, The Gershman Group, we cut through the noise to deliver the maximum economic, legal, and strategic advice for growth-minded wealth managers. With a legacy rooted on Wall Street and experience counseling advisors who manage well in excess of $200 Billion of AUM, we speak the language of high producers. Each episode of The Breakaway Briefing brings you unparalleled insights into the forces shaping the industry: the latest compensation plan changes, the aggressive retention tactics of wirehouses, the growth trajectory of RIAs like Merchant Investment Management, and the inside story of the industry’s biggest, record-breaking team transitions. If you are a Barron’s or Forbes Top Advisor looking for <b
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The Transition Imperative: Don't Negotiate Your Own Deal
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary The Transition Imperative: Don't Negotiate Your Own Deal This episode from The Gershman Group emphasizes a critical warning to financial advisors: never attempt to negotiate a transition deal with a new firm without expert, independent representation....
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The Tug Of War: Banks Versus Financial Advisors!
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary The Tug Of War: Banks Versus Financial Advisors! In this episode of "Ask Roger," The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman explores the intensifying battle between large banking/brokerage institutions and their financial advisors over client ownership and...
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Why Would You Ever Consider Leaving Your Firm in a Tough or Bear Market?
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Why Would You Ever Consider Leaving Your Firm in a Tough or Bear Market? In this episode of "Ask Roger," The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman challenges the conventional wisdom that advisors should "wait out" a market downturn before transitioning…
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Private Banking Models Versus Traditional Brokerage Models
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Private Banking Models Versus Traditional Brokerage Models In this episode of "Ask Roger," The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman analyzes the ongoing philosophical and economical "war" between the two dominant models in high-net-worth wealth management:...
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CTP or CCCP? Either Way It's a Disaster
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary CTP or CCCP? Either Way It's a Disaster In this critical episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman speaks with prominent securities attorney Brian Neville to address the major pitfalls and increasing risks associated with Merrill Lynch's Client...
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$1B Lawsuit - SEC Requires Advisors to Turn Over Personal Cells
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary $1B Lawsuit - SEC Requires Advisors to Turn Over Personal Cells This episode discusses the fallout from the massive SEC settlements (totaling nearly $2 billion) against major banks and brokerage firms for failing to properly archive electronic...
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Value Of Banks And Brokerage Firms! Ask Roger
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Value Of Banks And Brokerage Firms! Ask Roger In this "Ask Roger" segment, Roger Gershman explores the often-overlooked value proposition of remaining at a large bank or brokerage firm, despite the industry's significant shift toward independence. The...
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The Value Of Independence! Ask Roger
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary The Value Of Independence! Ask Roger In this "Ask Roger" podcast, Roger Gershman delivers a strong case for why financial advisors should seriously consider moving to the independent model, arguing that the value proposition of banks and brokerage firms...
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Do Advisors Really Leave For The Check? Ask Roger
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary In this episode, Roger Gershman tackles the common industry perception that financial advisors who leave large wirehouses do so primarily for a large transition bonus (the "check"). Roger Gershman strongly argues that this perception is false. While the...
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Roger Gershman & Vince Fertitta Interview: The Economics of Independence
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Roger Gershman & Vince Fertitta Interview: The Economics of Independence In this episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman interviews Vince Fertitta, President of Sanctuary Wealth, a former Divisional Executive at Merrill Lynch. Fertitta provides…
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A Message to Alex. Brown Advisors: Weighing Your Future Options
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary A Message to Alex. Brown Advisors: Weighing Your Future Options In this episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman provides an urgent message to Alex. Brown advisors whose contracts are nearing their end, urging them to seriously evaluate their…
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Securities Attorney Roggie Dunn on the JPMorgan Contract
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Securities Attorney Roggie Dunn on the JPMorgan/First Republic Contract In this critical episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman speaks with prominent securities attorney Roggie Dunn to address the major legal concerns of First Republic advisors...
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Independence Achieved: The 33-Year Breakaway from Merrill Lynch to mFORCE Capital
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Independence Achieved: The 33-Year Breakaway from Merrill Lynch to mFORCE Capital In this episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman interviews Bradley Bruce, the founder of mFORCE Capital, who ended an impressive 33-year career at Merrill Lynch to...
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Making The Most Out Of Independence with Roger Gershman & Kevin McCluskey
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Making The Most Out Of Independence with Roger Gershman & Kevin McCluskey In this insightful episode, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman speaks with Kevin McCluskey of Castle Island Family Office. Kevin shares his unique journey through multiple...
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Industry Titan Goes RIA: Haig Ariyan on the Future of Advisor Independence
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Industry Titan Goes RIA: Haig Ariyan on the Future of Advisor Independence In this pivotal episode of The Breakaway Briefing, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman interviews industry titan Haig Ariyan, the former President and CEO of Alex. Brown and…
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Alternative Investments + Leadership Insights
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Disrupting Wealth: Rob Sechan on Alternative Investments and Building a Top RIA In this strategic episode of The Breakaway Briefing, The Gershman Group CEO Roger Gershman sits down with industry disruptor Rob Sechan, CEO and Co-Founder of NewEdge…
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Advisors: Must-Know Legal Insights
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Protecting Your Interests: Barry R. Lax on Deferred Compensation Legal Battles The financial advisory industry is currently navigating a surge of legal actions, with major firms like Morgan Stanley, Merrill Lynch, and U.S. Bancorp facing lawsuits…
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The Powerful Shift to Independence: Tim Bello on the Future of Wealth Management
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary The Powerful Shift to Independence: Tim Bello on the Future of Wealth Management The financial services industry is in constant flux, and top-tier advisors are increasingly seeking true ownership, scale, and strategic alignment to future-proof their...
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Building The Future of Wealth Management - With Stan Gregor
🎙️ The Breakaway Briefing: Episode Summary Building The Future of Wealth Management - With Stan Gregor The industry is undergoing a foundational shift: the future belongs to advisors who prioritize true partnership, ownership, and independence. In this essential episode of The Breakaway…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The Breakaway Briefing is not just another industry podcast—it is the definitive guide for elite financial advisors considering the next, most profitable chapter of their career. Hosted by the world-class boutique financial recruiting and consulting firm, The Gershman Group, we cut through the noise to deliver the maximum economic, legal, and strategic advice for growth-minded wealth managers.
With a legacy rooted on Wall Street and experience counseling advisors who manage well in excess of $200 Billion of AUM, we speak the language of high producers. Each episode of The Breakaway Briefing brings you unparalleled insights into the forces shaping the industry: the latest compensation plan changes, the aggressive retention tactics of wirehouses, the growth trajectory of RIAs like Merchant Investment Management, and the inside story of the industry’s biggest, record-breaking team transitions.
If you are a Barron’s or Forbes Top Advisor looking for <b
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Roger Gershman
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