Episodes

  • RIA Edge Podcast: Alternatives at the Core with Dick Pfister

    RIA Edge Podcast: Alternatives at the Core with Dick Pfister
    Oct 22 2024
    In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director at Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, sits down with Dick Pfister, founder of AlphaCore Wealth Advisory, to explore his firm’s investment approach that places alternatives at the core of the service offering. Dick discusses his early days bringing alternatives to advisors with his …

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    39 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Enhancing the RIA Experience with Jalina Kerr

    RIA Edge Podcast: Enhancing the RIA Experience with Jalina Kerr
    Oct 8 2024
    In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director at Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, sits down with Jalina Kerr, managing director of client experience for Schwab Advisor Services. Jalina talks about Schwab’s approach to enhancing the advisor experience, including the group’s work on technology integrations, changes made in the wake of …

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    33 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Ken Stern on Lido Advisors’ Path to $20B in AUM

    RIA Edge Podcast: Ken Stern on Lido Advisors’ Path to $20B in AUM
    Sep 30 2024
    Ken Stern’s journey with Lido Advisors started almost a decade ago with a chance meeting at a family office conference. His initial connection with Lido’s founders quickly evolved into a shared vision of providing unmatched client service and scaling a national brand. In some ways, the Lido story is a bit different among RIAs—instead of …

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    31 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Talent Development and Client Engagement with Nate Lenz

    RIA Edge Podcast: Talent Development and Client Engagement with Nate Lenz
    Sep 16 2024
    Learn how independent financial advisors can drive growth and streamline operations while maintaining their autonomy as David Armstrong, editorial director for Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, speaks with Nate Lenz, CEO & co-founder at Concurrent. They explore talent development, organic growth strategies and the unique model Concurrent uses to allow advisors to thrive while maintaining …

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    43 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Organic Growth Fuels Industry Rebound in 2023

    RIA Edge Podcast: Organic Growth Fuels Industry Rebound in 2023
    Aug 20 2024
    Schwab’s Lisa Salvi shares insights from the firm’s annual benchmarking report, revealing how top-performing RIAs are driving significant organic growth amidst industry challenges. In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director for Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, talks with Lisa Salvi, managing director of advisor services at Schwab, about the firm’s …

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    35 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: How Conway Wealth Prioritizes Clients’ Life Goals Beyond Investments

    RIA Edge Podcast: How Conway Wealth Prioritizes Clients’ Life Goals Beyond Investments
    Aug 6 2024
    Michael Conway shares how advisors at his firm, Conway Wealth, prioritize a deep understanding of each client’s values and puts health and well-being at the center of the planning conversation. In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director for Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, talks with Michael Conway, founder and CEO …

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    33 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Helium Advisors’ Tax-Optimized Approach to Building Wealth

    RIA Edge Podcast: Helium Advisors’ Tax-Optimized Approach to Building Wealth
    Jul 23 2024
    Helium founder and partner Howard Morin explains the benefits of bridging financial planning with deep tax expertise. In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director for Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, talks with Howard Morin, founder and partner at Helium Advisors, about integrating tax planning into the center of wealth management …

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    37 mins
  • RIA Edge Podcast: Client-Centric Growth: A Model for Modern Wealth Management

    RIA Edge Podcast: Client-Centric Growth: A Model for Modern Wealth Management
    Jul 9 2024
    President and CEO Phillip Hamman of Linscomb Wealth on how his firm outpaced market growth with a laser focus on client satisfaction. In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, David Armstrong, editorial director for Informa Connect’s Wealth Management Group, talks with Phillip Hamman, president and CEO of Linscomb Wealth, about the firm’s comprehensive financial …

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    34 mins