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Barron's Advisor

The Way Forward: interviews with top wealth management professionals about topics including compensation, hiring, marketing, next-gen, and more.

  1. 300

    Envestnet’s Chris Todd: AI Helps Advisors Predict the Next Best Moves

    The CEO of Envestnet explains why data and AI are increasingly valuable assets for advisors. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  2. 299

    Anthony Scaramucci: How Inflation and Populism Change Financial Advice

    The SkyBridge Capital founder and short-lived White House communications director says that financial advisors must recognize the growing economic disparity and rise of populism and educate clients about AI and digital assets. Host: Steve Sanduski. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  3. 298

    State Street’s Yie-Hsin Hung: We’re Not Done Innovating

    State Street Investment Management’s president and CEO discusses the company’s product strategy, corporate partnerships, and "incredibly important" retirement segment. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  4. 297

    Rob Nelson: Nine Converging Forces in Financial Advice

    The CEO and founder of NorthRock Partners explains how industry consolidation, AI, digital assets, private markets, and a consumer shift toward digital convenience are connected. Host: Ray Sclafani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  5. 296

    Omani Carson: What He Learned After ‘Winning’ the Game

    Carson Group’s founder opens up about the highs, lows, lessons learned, and sacrifices made in building a $57 billion firm. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  6. 295

    Alex Shahidi: How to Build a ‘Truly Diversified Portfolio’

    Given the current uncertain environment, the co-chief investment officer of Evoke Advisors advises investors to maintain a long-term horizon and reduce asset correlation. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  7. 294

    Jason Early: How Top Advisors Win Business Owner Clients

    The founder of RISR describes how advisors can position themselves to attract, and deliver more value to, business owners. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  8. 293

    Michelle Magner: Powering Growth Through an Integrated Framework

    A partner at Socium Advisors, Magner describes her firm's growth from $12 million to $2.6 billion in assets under management and its shift from investment management to a comprehensive "defensive planning" structure. Host: Ray Sclafani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  9. 292

    Kelly Gaur: Finding Non-Advisor Roles in Wealth Management | Next Gen

    The Mercer Advisors regional vice president discusses her business development role and tips for breaking into the industry and gaining valuable experience in a non-advisory capacity. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  10. 291

    Liz Ann Sonders: Inflation, AI, and the Next Market Cycle

    Charles Schwab’s chief investment strategist discuses the forces reshaping markets—and what investors should watch. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  11. 290

    Mollie Colavita: The Blueprint for Modern Advisory Success

    The CEO of J.P. Morgan Advisors says financial advisors should embrace AI to streamline workflows and focus on client relationships, while adopting a CEO mindset. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  12. 289

    Nate Fisher: Stay Focused on the Client Relationship | Next Gen

    The Carson Wealth managing director and wealth advisor discusses how he assured clients that the fundamental advisor-client relationship and the firm's personalized "look and feel" would remain unchanged as it partnered with Carson.. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  13. 288

    Robert Crossley: AI Agents Are Coming for Your Clients' Cash Flow

    Franklin Templeton’s head of industry advisory services explains how tech and AI are reshaping retirement advice. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  14. 287

    Eleni Mavromati: What It Takes to Be a Great Wealth Management COO

    The chief operating officer of Merrill’s Jones Zafari Group describes the core qualities required to excel in the role and what COOs must do to thrive in the future. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  15. 286

    Katie Partridge: Financial Advice for Tech Founders | Next Gen

    The Morgan Stanley private wealth advisor says that serving founders requires a long-term, network-driven effort, and that advisors must provide creative, high-touch service beyond what AI can offer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  16. 285

    Stan Gregor: What Changes When Revenue Reaches—Then Tops—$5 Million

    Summit Financial's CEO describes the leadership shifts, capital investments, and strategic decisions that separate firms which scale from those that plateau. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  17. 284

    Nancy Daoud: The Changing Nature of Asset Allocation

    The Ameriprise private wealth advisor discusses alternative investments, constructing portfolios for retirement income, and the behavioral aspects of asset allocation. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  18. 283

    Frank McKiernan: ‘A Client Is a Client’ | Next Gen

    The co-founder of Third View Private Wealth discusses the firm’s comprehensive planning focus, its access to private markets, and its commitment to treating individuals and family clients like institutions.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  19. 282

    Ric Edelman: Crypto, Longevity, and the Death of the 60/40 Portfolio

    The Barron’s Hall of Fame advisor discusses the mindset that built the nation’s top RIA and how he approaches innovation and investing in a fast changing world. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  20. 281

    Anthea Tjuanakis Cox: Longevity, AI, and Multigenerational Planning

    Morgan Stanley’s head of financial planning on why the traditional retirement model is becoming obsolete and why advisors should embrace scenario planning. Host: Greg Bartalos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  21. 280

    Emily Green: Women, Wealth, and Alternative Investments | Next Gen

    Ellevest’s head of wealth management discusses the biggest misconceptions among women investors, what clients care most about, and how the firm works with alternative investments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  22. 279

    Sam Kang: What Today’s Ultrawealthy Families Expect From Advisors

    The head of Schwab Family Office explains why advisors often lose influence, trust, and assets as the complexity of their clients' financial plans increases. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  23. 278

    Bill Cates: How Financial Advisors Can Master Their Marketing Message

    The founder of Referral Coach International discusses how empathy, differentiation, and a value-positioning statement can help advisors win more ideal clients. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  24. 277

    Cameron Rogers: Investing With Impact | Next Gen

    The Angeles Wealth Management financial advisor discusses the importance of offering a customized, values-based approach to financial advice and impact investing, particularly for women and younger generations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  25. 276

    Seth Levine: The Capitalism That Advisors Were Trained for Is Ending

    The co-founder of the Foundry VC fund discusses how to navigate uncertainty, complexity, and the future of capitalism. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  26. 275

    Jeff Gonyo: The Rise of the ‘Sell and Stay’ M&A Model

    These deals offer operational relief to advisors and help them monetize their business while continuing to serve clients, says Steward Partners’ head of wealth management. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  27. 274

    Eric Leeper: Why Compensation Structure Is Vital to M&A Success

    Compensation is the “largest expense for a financial advisor” and ultimately drives the valuation of RIAs, says the CFO of the consulting firm FP Transitions. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  28. 273

    Doug Messina: Be Yourself and Connect With Clients | Next Gen

    The Ameriprise Financial Services private wealth advisor underscores the importance of being authentic when nurturing strong relationships with clients and discusses the shift to holistic planning.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  29. 272

    Mary Ann Bartels: Tech and International Stocks to Rise in 2026

    Sanctuary Wealth's chief investment strategist expects a “'reset year” with more modest gains, favoring growth over value and large-cap stocks over small-caps. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  30. 271

    Troy Nelson: Building Strength Through Adversity

    The Edward Jones private wealth advisor discusses how he overcame a decade of personal trauma and burnout then used that experience, and his influence, to help leaders grow in emotional health and vulnerability. Host: Ray Sclafani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  31. 270

    Tony Carpentieri: The Keys to a Successful Practice | Next Gen

    The Merrill Lynch private wealth advisor discusses the importance of honing your value proposition, cultivating a strong culture, and embracing AI. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  32. 269

    John Furey: When RIAs Should Rebrand—and How to Make the Call

    Advisor Growth Strategies’ founder describes the strategic signals that tell an RIA its brand no longer reflects its true value. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  33. 268

    Debra Brennan Tagg: Challenges and Opportunities for Women in Finance

    The president of BFS Advisory Group shares tips to help women, particularly those in wealth management and business owners, advance in their careers. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  34. 267

    Heather Robison: Success in a Small Town | Next Gen

    Based in Bartlesville, Oklahoma, the financial advisor discusses how she built an advisory practice with her mother and shares wealth planning strategies and tips to humanize client conversations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  35. 266

    Alison Dooher: Why Data Is the Engine Behind RIAs That Scale

    Charles Schwab’s head of Digital Advisor Solutions says the top advisory firms make data—not software—the core operating asset of their business. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  36. 265

    John Nersesian: Make These Tax Moves Before 2026 Arrives

    Pimco’s head of advisor education offers guidance on recent tax changes, covering investments, income tax, retirement, and legacy planning. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  37. 264

    Nate Lenz: Key Wealth Management Trends | Next Gen

    The co-founder and CEO of Concurrent Investment Advisors discusses the evolution of his career, the growth of his firm, and notable wealth management trends involving next-gen advisors. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  38. 263

    Scott Sparks: How Starting in Insurance Gave His Firm an Advantage.

    The founder and CEO of Sparks Financial discusses his firm's evolution from insurance to comprehensive wealth advisor, emphasizing multi-generational planning, tax mitigation, and a unique "second opinion" service. Host: Ray Sclafani. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  39. 262

    Ryan Parker: What Advisors Can Learn From EP Wealth’s Rapid Growth

    The CEO of the acquisitive wealth management firm, which has about $40 billion in assets, discusses how it pursues organic and inorganic growth. Host: Greg Bartalos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  40. 261

    Aileen Schruth: Financial Planning for Divorcing Clients | Next Gen

    The UBS financial advisor shares her best advice for advising clients who are going through a divorce.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  41. 260

    Alisa Maute: Cracking the Organic Growth Code for RIAs

    Mercer Advisors’ head of client development discusses how the firm built a data-driven client development machine that separates advice from acquisition and drives measurable, repeatable growth. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  42. 259

    Dryden Pence: Why I'm Bullish on Small-Caps, Defense Stocks, and AI

    Pence Wealth Management's CIO expects strong earnings and lower interest rates to lift the S&P 500 and smaller stocks next year. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  43. 258

    Nick Kavallieratos: Mastering Lifestyle Planning | Next Gen

    The Morgan Stanley managing director explains how advisors can serve multigenerational clients and cater to their ever-changing priorities while helping them achieve their goals. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  44. 257

    David Gelles: Patagonia, Capitalism, and the 'Dirtbag' Billionaire

    What financial advisors and entrepreneurs can learn from Yvon Chouinard and Patagonia’s paradoxical approach to capitalism, profit, and purpose. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  45. 256

    Stephanie Gularte: How Advisors Can Foster Loyalty on Their Teams

    The executive director of the Women's Leadership Alliance discusses providing a clear career path to employees and creating a company culture of trust and belonging. Host: Greg Bartalos. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  46. 255

    Ritik Malhotra: Independence, Culture, and AI | Next Gen

    “There is a pathway for every advisor, wherever you are in your journey, to be able to jump to independence,” says the founder and CEO of Savvy Wealth, who also discusses how to establish a strong team culture and effectively use AI.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  47. 254

    Matt Reiner: Practical AI Use Cases for High-Growth RIAs

    Capital Investment Advisors’ managing partner shares a clear-eyed look at what’s hype, what’s working, and how to experiment safely with AI. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  48. 253

    Michele Welsh: How Advisors Can Leverage YouTube, Podcasts, and AI

    The CMO of Verdence Capital Advisors offers practical tips to help advisors craft messages and reach targeted audiences. Host: Greg Bartalos.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  49. 252

    Ariana Bhatia: Investing for Multigenerational Families | Next Gen

    The Merrill Lynch private advisor discusses how different generations approach their investment portfolios, why private investments are often misunderstood, and why they are so important to offer clients. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

  50. 251

    Michael Nathanson: Scaling Your Firm From Practice to Enterprise

    Focus Financial Partners' CEO shares the mindset and required shifts in structure to turn a billion-dollar AUM firm into a lasting 100-year enterprise. Host: Steve Sanduski, CFP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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