Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa
202 episodes - English - Latest episode: 6 days ago - ★★★★★ - 158 ratingsAdvisor Talk with Frank LaRosa offers unfiltered guidance and advice for financial advisors, wealth management professionals, and entrepreneurs alike who are interested in maximizing both their business and personal potential. Informed by Frank's unique insights and his personal conversations with industry leaders, the dynamic discussion topics of Advisor Talk include business ownership, leadership, practice management, transition and recruiting, marketing and branding, as well as a host of financial services related topics related to wirehouse, regional, and RIA advisors, firms, and teams. Frank’s goal, and the goal of his team at Elite Consulting Partners, is now as ever to be the go-to resource for actionable information and trusted guidance to elevate you and your career at whatever stage you may be.
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Attract the Right Talent
June 16, 2022 08:00 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe conversation is in-depth and goes beyond surface level, drawing upon Frank and Dale's significant executive experience to create a best practices blueprint for hiring. Among the key areas covered are: *creating a structured new hire process, focused on the organization's core values and vision, which can be articulated company-wide by key personnel interacting with prospective new hires. *evaluating your competition and their hiring practices to develop quantifiable and compelling new e...
Advisor First - with Desireé Sii, President and CEO - SagePoint Financial Inc.
June 09, 2022 08:00 - 32 minutes - 30 MBDesireé herself was an advisor first and funneled her own dedication to entrepreneurship and leadership into an impressive career trajectory that has encompassed advisory, management, and executive roles at some of financial services most storied and impressive firms. Listen in as Frank and Desireé discuss key business drivers impacting advisor success today, among them: *the SagePoint Financial Inc. and Advisor Group value propositions and the key market differentiators which set them apa...
Purpose Driven Mindset with Ben Newman - Performance Coach, International Speaker, Bestselling Author
June 02, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBBen Newman is a massive force in mindset and performance coaching. He ranks as of one of the Top 50 speakers in the country, is the mental conditioning coach for University of Alabama and Kansas State University, and the author of the best-selling book "Uncommon Leadership". Additionally, Ben wrote the Foreword to Frank's own book "Counterpunch" and is a fan favorite, repeat guest on the Advisor Talk podcast. Frank and Ben approach the idea of purpose and mindset with intensity, providing k...
Legal Perspectives Episode 4 with Brian Neville, Founding Partner of Lax & Neville
May 26, 2022 08:00 - 22 minutes - 15.8 MBIn this episode of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is once again joined by Brian Neville, Founding Partner of Lax & Neville, for a candid discussion which hones in on the enterprise value of teams and the strategic importance of having a team agreement in place to protect all advisors involved. Topics covered in the conversation include: *the particulars of what constitutes a team agreement and how the nuances of these agreements can differ from firm to firm. *the i...
Legal Perspectives Episode 3 with Brian Neville, Founding Partner of Lax & Neville
May 19, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16.5 MBIn this episode of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is once again joined by Brian Neville, Founding Partner of Lax & Neville, for a discussion which covers the legal complexities surrounding acquiring a book of business and the implications these agreements have on an advisor's ability to transition in the future. Key discussion topics include: *how agreements for acquiring books of business vary between the wirehouse and independent space, and even from wirehouse to...
Mad Libs for Advisors
May 12, 2022 08:00 - 23 minutes - 16 MBSome of the key take-aways from Frank and Dale's discussion include: *the many ways firms provide capital to advisors and how to evaluate whether the offer you may be receiving is too good to be true. *crypto currency and why some advisors are trending towards the opportunity as part of their must-have firm partner criteria. *opportunity, technology, compliance, and the role all three play in the 'you can't do that' versus 'you can't do that here' conversation between advisors and their firm...
Stifel Independent Advisors with Alex David, President & CEO, and Tim Boostrom, Director of Business Development
May 05, 2022 08:00 - 37 minutes - 25.9 MBTopics of note include: *the legacy of the Stifel firm, its culture of entrepreneurship, and the impact those factors have had on the success of its independent model. *which advisors align with the Stifel Independent Advisors value proposition and how that synergy fosters practice growth. *the long-term vision for Stifel Independent Advisors and the strategic direction behind that vision. *why advisors are choosing independence, where the industry is going, and how Stifel Independent Adviso...
Purpose Over Profit
April 28, 2022 08:00 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBInsights covered include: clearly defining your purpose so all actions you take are aligned to that end. how clearly defining your core values are essential to team building and company growth. the duality between clear brand messaging and unified company action toward a goal. why focusing only on the money is the worst mistake a transitioning advisor can make. If you lead with purpose, everything else falls into place. This isn't just a business lesson; it's a life lesson and...
The Lion Hunter and The Advisor
April 21, 2022 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.9 MBKey themes of the conversation include: *why relying on a consultant as your trusted guide can help you avoid missteps when making a move to a new firm. *understanding that all consultants are not created equal and that finding the right guide for your transition to a new firm partner is key to success. *how being receptive, listening, and learning throughout the due diligence process will ultimately realize the best transition deal and the right firm partner fit. *why a proven process is th...
Vision for Growth - with Jon Kuttin, Founder & CEO - Kuttin Wealth Management
March 31, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBFrank and Jon put their decades of expertise to work providing thought leadership on: The journey from practitioner to enterprise and managing your growth trajectory for scale and success. The importance of creating a demonstratable value proposition for your practice and dialing in your processes for maximum market impact. A deep dive discussion on CPA partnership potential and how these partnerships can significantly, and rapidly, level-up practice growth when executed properly. ...
Vision for Growth - with John Kuttin, Founder & CEO - Kuttin Wealth Management
March 31, 2022 08:00 - 49 minutes - 44.9 MBFrank and John put their decades of expertise to work providing thought leadership on: The journey from practitioner to enterprise and managing your growth trajectory for scale and success. The importance of creating a demonstratable value proposition for your practice and dialing in your processes for maximum market impact. A deep dive discussion on CPA partnership potential and how these partnerships can significantly, and rapidly, level-up practice growth when executed properly. ...
LPL Financial's Strategic Wealth Services Model - with Kimberly Sanders, Senior Vice President
March 24, 2022 08:00 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this episode of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa welcomes Kimberly Sanders, Senior Vice President, Advisor Business Strategy, Strategic Wealth Services at LPL Financial for a conversation that offers listeners a true insider's perspective on the 'secret sauce' behind the model's success. Get ready to take plenty of notes as Frank interviews Kimberly about: *How LPL has scaled the Strategic Wealth Services model to provide the dedicated resources and support adviso...
Legal Perspective Series Episode 2 - with Brian Neville, Founding Partner - Lax & Neville
March 17, 2022 08:00 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MBTopics of discussion include: *protocol versus non-protocol firms and the basic mistakes advisors make when leaving a non-protocol firm. *why it is important for transitioning advisors to be informed of their receiving firms' rules for client information and the imperative of remaining consistent within that paradigm. *best practices for handling client contact information within the digital space. *what advisors can and cannot say to clients prior to making a move to a new firm partner. *wh...
Legal Perspective Series - with Brian Neville, Founding Partner of Lax & Neville
March 03, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 17.4 MBIn particular, this episode focuses on client solicitations when making a move. Topics covered by Frank and Brian include: Understanding your employment agreement, its restrictions, and how these can impact a transitioning advisor. The importance of knowing before your move the policies of the firm you are transitioning to, as well as the firm you are moving from. What to do and what not to do when soliciting clients after your move. Making a move to a new firm partner is one of ...
The Slow Boil
February 24, 2022 09:00 - 14 minutes - 10.3 MBLearn directly from Frank and Dale key insights such as: *how deferred compensation can be used by firms as a tool to restrain advisors from making a move to a new firm partner. *the psychology of the compensation break-even point for transitioning advisors and how it can create faulty thinking for timing a move. *what the real math is behind compensation grids and understanding what you are paying to stay at your current firm partner. *discovering just how much money you are leaving on the ...
Your Questions Answered!
February 17, 2022 09:00 - 25 minutes - 23.7 MBIn this episode of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and President Dale Dempsey provide exactly that thought leadership, offering up a unique Q&A conversation to their listeners covering the most frequently asked questions they have received directly from advisors considering a transition to a new firm partner. Key topics covered include: *Detailed answers to the top two advisor questions - which firms do you work with and what firms are advisors moving to? *The funda...
Double Down on Service
February 10, 2022 09:00 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBIn this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and President Dale Dempsey educate their listener on the specifics of why focusing on client service is the key strategy advisors can employ to achieve the greatest positive impact on their practice now, regardless of market fluctuations that may be occurring. Actionable insights covered include: *why you need a bullet-proof client service model. *the statistical analysis that demonstrates how your clients respond to your business ...
Legal Lessons for Advisors Making a Move
December 09, 2021 09:00 - 48 minutes - 33.3 MBTopics covered in the conversation include: *best practices, from a legal perspective, for transitioning a book of business and how to avoid making unnecessary missteps. *why it is important for an advisor to consider seeking their own legal and consultative counsel during the transition process. *how to approach clients the right way to ensure a successful move of their account and specific tips on managing client conversations to avoid legal pitfalls. *regulatory oversight and its impa...
The Future is Now - Plan Ahead for a Successful 2022
October 14, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBTopics covered include: *Why it is important to evaluate whether your current firm partner is still the right partner for you. *How to capitalize on new advisor-friendly product solutions to pivot your offerings for better client alignment. *Using valuations and continuity planning to gain strategic insight and employing a dual-monetization strategy to maximize your payout opportunity. *Creating a team culture with the right people in the right seats promoting a unified firm vision. The mos...
'Tis The Season To Hit The Bid
October 07, 2021 08:00 - 17 minutes - 16.2 MBKey insights Frank and Dale cover include: *Why year-end AUM, head count, and other revenue targets drive the deal making decisions of firms during Q4. *Using the insights of an informed recruiting consultant to evaluate and maximize the financial upside of a transition deal and ensure the firm partner you choose is the right one for you. *The importance of transitioning the right way, regardless of the financial carrot being dangled. *Predictions on how transition conditions in Q4 shift in ...
Entrepreneurial Explosion - The New Advisor Mindset
September 09, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 21.9 MBKey points covered in the conversation include: *the strategic and empirical differences between a practitioner, a business owner, and an entrepreneur. *risk tolerance and the ability to orchestrate the business pivot as key separators when it comes to entrepreneurial mindset. *the importance of finding the right firm partner as an entrepreneurial advisor in order to realize your business and personal aspirations. *the positive client impacts generated by the entrepreneurial advisor tren...
Power Podcast - Practice Growth by CPA
September 02, 2021 08:00 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBKey points from the conversation include: *CPA acquisition as a client information and referral source. *Structuring a CPA acquisition deal to provide additional revenue to the firm. *Ways to open a dialog for potential acquisition with prospective CPA partners. *CPA leads as a 'carrot' when recruiting new talent to your firm. For the right firm with the right attributes, the upside of a CPA acquisition can be huge. For the entrepreneurial advisor looking to generate new growth for t...
Wirehouse Wave - Why W2 to W2 Moves Are Increasing
August 26, 2021 08:00 - 21 minutes - 20 MBThere is a lot of activity as of late when it comes to advisors moving from wirehouse to wirehouse. In fact, it is a trend Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa predicted three years ago in an episode of The Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa podcast. Why advisor moves between wirehouses are gaining momentum, what impacts this will have on the industry, and how advisors can capitalize on the opportunity are all topics covered by Frank and his COO Dale Dempsey, in a conversation that digs p...
RIA Boom - An Interview with Nathan Stibbs, President & CSO - Continuum Advisory LLC
July 29, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBLearn from these two industry insiders what makes the RIA space so compelling to advisors today, including: *RIA model growth as a direct corollary between the commoditization of the Broker-Dealer channel and the contrasting advisor need for dynamic, entrepreneurial opportunity. * The ability of the RIA model to maximize scalability through improved resources and technology that facilitate quantum growth potential for an advisor and their practice. *The role custodians will play in advanc...
Build Your Business For Success - An Interview with Michelle Seiler Tucker, CEO, Seiler Tucker
July 15, 2021 08:00 - 34 minutes - 32 MBSubjects covered by Frank and Michelle's include: *How to use Michelle's proprietary GPS Exit Model to define where you want your business to go, and then reverse engineering the steps to get there. *Why the AIM philosophy - Always Innovate & Market - is essential to creating a business that scales. *What comprises a successful business valuation and the importance of conducting this analysis annually in order to build business value. *Why treating your business as your greatest asset ho...
Road Warrior - An Unfiltered Financial Services Discussion
July 08, 2021 08:00 - 23 minutes - 23.1 MBIn this week's episode of Advisor Talk, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa takes his podcast on the road and shares his candid and insightful viewpoint on the latest news impacting advisors in the financial services industry. Frank's discussion is broad-ranging and includes topics such as: *What exactly is going on at Merrill Lynch and the negative impacts of their private banking strategies which are causing their large advisor teams to leave in droves. *The upwards of 2x greater ...
HAVE FAITH - An Interview with Vaughn Kohler
June 10, 2021 08:00 - 45 minutes - 41.6 MBIf you take the time to consider the one trait every successful entrepreneur has in common, you inevitably arrive at the simplest of answers - Faith. Faith means different things to different people. It can represent a higher power or the universe but ultimately it reflects a belief system that a greater good is working on your behalf. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by business and success writer, speaker, and former pastor Vaughn Kohler for an energeti...
Independent Thinking with Bill Walsh - Regional Market Manager, Senior Transition Consultant
May 20, 2021 08:00 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBExperience brings insight and this certainly holds true in financial services where legacy professionals offer a unique ability to see the matrix and understand the past, present, and future of the industry in a way only they can. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Bill Walsh, Regional Market Manager and Senior Transition Consultant, for a conversation that puts their more than six decades of combined industry expertise to work analyzing the financial se...
Industry Impact - A Discussion with Scott Breault, Regional Market Manager, Senior Transition Consultant
May 13, 2021 09:30 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBFor advisors considering a transition, many factors come into play as they navigate that decision. From industry trends to their own goals and vision for their practice, advisors need to consider every angle in order to ensure they find the right firm partner fit for their long-term business vision. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Regional Market Manager and Senior Transition Consultant Scott Breault, who puts his industry expertise to work by providi...
Expand Your Mind, Expand Your Business
May 06, 2021 09:30 - 31 minutes - 28.4 MBThe power of positive mindset in attracting the business and personal growth you desire are undeniable, as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa discusses with the company's Regional Market Manager Len Murtha. Their in-depth conversation mines the theories of positivity, abundance, and the laws of attraction to offer financial advisors a new perspective on how to approach their practice - and life - in order to achieve goals and realize success. Key insights and takeaways include: ...
NFT Confusion - Why the Disruptive Trend Is One To Watch
April 29, 2021 09:30 - 15 minutes - 14 MBThe advisor community is starting to question the NFT trend, which is gaining significant media attention as of late, and rightly so. For starters what is an NFT? The concept is confusing to many. Essentially an NFT, or Non-Fungible Token, is new category of commerce that trades crypto currency for a unique piece of digital content. So, why should this matter to financial advisors? Listen in as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsey break down the NFT topic. Key ...
No Grind, No Glory
April 22, 2021 09:30 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBAdvisors today have 100% control of their businesses but make no mistake you can't have the glory of the practice and firm partner you want without being willing to put in the grind to make it happen, as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsey explain in this episode. If you are an advisor who isn't happy with your firm partner, the fact is you need to be committed to doing the work to change your situation. Afterall, it has never been easier for an advisor to make a ...
Crypto Currency - Why Advisors Need to Pay Attention
April 15, 2021 09:30 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MBFinancial Advisors may not be giving credence to the crypto currency trend circulating social media, but it is still important to pay attention as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsey discuss in this episode. Crypto currency has gained a following with younger people and make no mistake - they are sharing what they are learning with their parents. As a financial advisor, it is important that you protect your flank by staying knowledgeable about all financial trends...
Eyes Wide Open - Is it a DEAL or a LOAN?
April 08, 2021 09:30 - 16 minutes - 15.6 MBAdvisors contemplating a transition have many reasons for making a move; however, the financial upside is always at the top of the list. Given how hot the transition market is right now, with firms offering ever increasing transition deals to attract the right talent, it may be tempting for an advisor to make a move based solely on a large upfront payout. As Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsy explain in this episode, make no mistake - that large upfront number is ...
Protect Yourself - FSI's New Health Insurance Program for Financial Advisors
March 18, 2021 09:30 - 33 minutes - 30.5 MBHealth insurance is an important issue for financial advisors considering independence. Among the primary concerns are how to navigate the process of establishing health insurance and the ultimate cost. To-date the choices and resources for establishing health insurance for independent financial advisors have been limited at worst and confusing at best, but that has all changed with the launch of a new health insurance program by the Financial Services Institute (FSI). In this episode, Elite...
In-Network - Relationships, Recruiting, and Results
March 04, 2021 10:30 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBThe best business relationships don't just happen, they are built upon years of common philosophy, networking, goals, and achievement. One such relationship that certainly fits that bill - and more - is that between Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and his new Head of Business Development Kevin Frank, who joins in for this episode. Frank and Kevin have more than two decades of friendship and camaraderie behind them. Their collaborations early in their careers resulted in achievemen...
Keep the Home Fires Burning - Wells Fargo Chooses to Leave the International Space
February 25, 2021 10:30 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MBWells Fargo's decision to leave the international space is a move that makes sense, as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsey discuss during an episode which highlights the pluses and minuses for firms interested in considering international business. The fact is international financial services is a high-stakes game that is not right for every firm or advisor. In order to be successful, knowing who you are and aren't as an organization is a vital component of succes...
Watch Your Back - Beware of Hidden Competition
February 11, 2021 10:30 - 16 minutes - 15.2 MBFinancial advisors are well aware of their traditional competition, be it advisor vs. advisor or W-2 vs. independent. However, few advisors are aware of a new competitor lurking just in the shadows yet already working hard to take their piece of the client asset pie. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and COO Dale Dempsey expose the newest competitor in the wealth management space - large payroll companies such as ADP and Paychex - and pull back the curtain on the ta...
Lead-Gen Lessons with Jeremiah Desmarais, CEO - Advisorist
February 04, 2021 10:30 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBEvery financial advisor intends to grow their AUM and build their client list, but have they developed a solid marketing and branding strategy that delivers on generating consistent sales growth? Get out your pen and paper and get ready to take some notes as Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Jeremiah Desmarais, CEO of the Advisorist for a strategic conversation that outlines specific marketing and branding actions advisors can use now to increase their AUM and take thei...
Babies, Boxing, and Business - A Conversation With Austin Philbin, Chief Administrative Officer, Dynasty Financial Partners
January 21, 2021 10:30 - 48 minutes - 44.2 MBForming personal and professional relationships with colleagues whose opinion you respect - and with whom you can have a candid discussion - is paramount to success in all areas. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by long-time friend and collaborator Austin Philbin, Chief Administrative Officer of Dynasty Financial Partners, for a just such a discussion which encompasses life, family, business, and the connectivity between them all. Topics which Frank a...
Thinking Ahead - Predictions That Matter For Financial Services In 2021
January 14, 2021 10:30 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBAs we put what was undoubtedly a tumultuous year behind us - one defined by a seemingly never-ending string of changes and surprises - it begs the question how does one predict what financial services trends can we expect to see in 2021? By putting their combined decades of industry experience to work, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and his COO Dale Dempsey do just that, not only sharing the 2021 predictions that matter but providing the context and methodology behind them. T...
HubTalk - The COVID Wave To Independence
November 24, 2020 10:30 - 10 minutes - 7.51 MBIn this special episode, Frank LaRosa shares his HubTalk presentation from AdvisorHub's First National Virtual Summit "Industry in Transition". As Frank discusses during his candid assessment of where the financial services industry is now and where it is going, the impact of COVID-19 can most be seen in the W-2 space where advisors, who now are working from home, have gotten a taste of what it means to be independent - albeit without the financial upside. For those W-2 advisors who may now...
Much Ado About Nothing - The Protocol Non-Event
November 19, 2020 10:30 - 14 minutes - 10.2 MBIn the past, whether a firm was or was not in protocol played a major role in an advisor's decision to move firms. Afterall, non-protocol firms were sending the none to veiled message that clients were theirs and not advisors. This left non-protocol firm advisors to question - 'if I make a move, how does it impact my future success'. The answer to that question is it doesn't, as discussed by Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and Dale Dempsey in an episode which outlines just why pro...
Watch For The Waves - The Effect of COVID on Financial Services
November 12, 2020 10:30 - 18 minutes - 12.4 MBThere has been one predominant effect of COVID on the financial services industry which is poised to have ripple effects in the months and years to come and that is the impact of work from home policies at larger firms. Large firms are essentially training their W-2 advisors on how to go independent without realizing the financial upside that independence offers. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa and his COO Dale Dempsey dive deep into the issue. Insights which t...
'Tis The Season - Analyzing The Fiscal Maneuvering Firms Will Use To Close 2020
November 05, 2020 10:30 - 17 minutes - 11.7 MBYear-end is always a time of financial maneuvering in the financial services industry, particularly at larger firms. As Frank LaRosa, Elite Consulting Partners CEO, shares in this episode during his conversation with his COO Dale Dempsey, it seems firms just can't help themselves from making changes this time of year. In particular, this year's financial shenanigans by firms may prove particularly interesting given the COVID-19 crisis smoke screen that firms have to fall back on as an excuse...
Want To Increase Your Succession Payout by 288%? Consider Dual-Monetization
October 08, 2020 09:30 - 21 minutes - 15 MBSuccession planning is of paramount importance to every advisor as it is a direct, financial reflection of the valuation for an advisor's book of business and lifetime of hard work and achievement. Yet the fact is, the cookie cutter approach for succession planning which most firms offer - and which most advisors are familiar with - simply isn't the best way. In this episode, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined at the whiteboard by COO Dale Dempsey to discuss the innovative ...
Forward Thinking - An Interview with Michael Bryan, CEO, Triad Hybrid Solutions
October 01, 2020 09:30 - 36 minutes - 24.9 MBThe financial services industry is undergoing an awakening, the catalysts for which are many while the impacts are undeniable. In a wide-ranging discussion, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Michael Bryan, CEO of Triad Hybrid Solutions, to provide their unique leadership perspectives on how the past and present are impacting the trajectory for the financial services industry of the future. Key insights provided during the conversation include: *strategies advisors and...
Leading and Listening - An Interview With Adam Antoniades, CEO, Cetera Financial Group
September 24, 2020 09:30 - 29 minutes - 20.5 MBThe COVID-19 pandemic has transformed financial services and understanding where the industry was, where it is now, and where it is going will be vital to creating a new playbook for success. In an insightful and dynamic discussion, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Adam Antoniades, CEO of Cetera Financial Group, to address head-on how leadership and strategic direction can foster growth and achievement in the wake of the most recent crisis. Learn directly from these...
A Time of Opportunity - An Interview with Manish Dave, Senior Vice President, Business Development, Ameriprise Financial
September 01, 2020 09:30 - 36 minutes - 24.8 MBAs firms, advisors, and clients come to grips with the new financial services landscape of the post COVID-19 world, it is important to recognize that with skillful planning, business management practices, and an eye to the future there is the potential for great opportunity and upside in the industry. In a broad ranging discussion that focuses on just such optimism, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa is joined by Manish Dave, Senior Vice President, Business Development, Ameriprise Fi...
A New Kind Of Independence - An Interview with James Gold, CEO, and Douglas Kentfield, Head of Wealth Management, Steward Partners
August 18, 2020 09:30 - 32 minutes - 22.6 MBThe realization that true independence is not for every advisor has gained a strong foothold in the financial services industry. Top firms are innovating and evolving to offer models which address this, while holding the delicate line between advisor support and advisor autonomy. One such firm is Steward Partners which, as an alternative to the firm's W-2 model, offers an affiliate/1099 model that has gained recognition for uniquely combining the best of the indy and the best of the retail s...