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In this episode we are excited to bring you a conversation with our CEO Manish Khatta recorded for Altruist's Advisor Journey Podcast hosted by Dasarte Yarnway. Here Manish shares how the success found in scaling Potomac from $140 million to $3 Billion was rooted in an unwavering commitment to reinvesting in the business, embracing speed, and leading with content focused on authenticity – not just tactics. For advisors looking to scale their own firms, we believe you will find this conversation valuable with clear takeaways. Enjoy the show. Make sure you subscribe to never miss an update. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Learn more about Potomac: https://potomac.com/ Read our blog: https://potomac.com/blog Disclosure: https://potomac.com/disclosures PFM-204-20260223 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
In this podcast episode, Altruists' Jason Wenk discusses the launch and impact of Hazel, their AI-driven tax planning and wealth management software. The conversation explores Hazel's development, strategic release timing, and advanced features—such as real-time data integration, automated tax analysis, and personalized financial planning. Hazel streamlines advisor workflows, reduces reliance on multiple tools, and democratizes sophisticated planning for clients. The episode also covers Hazel's role in boosting firm efficiency and valuation, its transparent AI-driven recommendations, and the competitive edge Altruist offers over traditional custodians, highlighting Hazel's transformative potential in the wealth management industry.Altruist Introduction To Tax Planning (2:10)How Is Altruist Disrupting The Indsutry (5:42)What Should We Expect From Hazel Moving Forward (10:20)Hazel and Altruist..The All-in-One Tool? (20:30)Is Ai Accretive to Enterprise Value? (29:20)The Adjustment for Major Custodians (34:00)NEWSLETTER (WHAT NOW): https://substack.com/@9icapital?r=2eig6s&utm_campaign=profile&utm_medium=profile-pageFollow Us: youtube: / @9icapLinkedin: / kevin-thompson-ricp%c2%ae-cfp%c2%ae-74964428facebook: / mlb2cfp Buy MLB2CFPHere: https://www.amazon.com/MLB-CFP%C2%AE-90-Feet-Counting-ebook/dp/B0BLJPYNS4Website: http://www.9icapitalgroup.comHit the subscribe button to get new content notifications.Corrections: Editing by http://SwoleNerdProductions.comDisclosure: https://sites.google.com/view/9idisclosure/disclosure
Il nuovo modello Seedance 2.0 e Altruist e Hazel.Il video di Tom Cruise che combatte contro Brad Pitt: https://x.com/RuairiRobinson/status/2021394940757209134
Jason Wenk joined as the featured guest on Retireholics. Topics include: Aaron Schumm and Vestwell raise 365 million, SEC backs new $300 gift limit for Advisors, Fred Barstein thinks 401k plans are an illusion, Altruist's Ai platform Hazel is making big waves in wealth management. For those that don't know Jason is the real deal... the firm (Altruist) he founded is a disruptor custodian competing with the likes of Charles Schwab, Fidelity Investments, and Pershing. In 2025 Altruist was valued at approximately 2 Billion dollars!
Self Created Valuation Boosts Apple Announces new Podcast push AI – A breakdown Playing them like a fiddle – Warner Brothers PLUS we are now on Spotify and Amazon Music/Podcasts! Click HERE for Show Notes and Links DHUnplugged is now streaming live - with listener chat. Click on link on the right sidebar. Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter Warm-Up - A NEW CTP just announced - China releasing new AI models - AI - A breakdown - we are on overload - Big Employment news.... Markets - Self Created Valuation Boosts - Apple Announces new Podcast push - Playing them like a fiddle - Warner Brothers Quick Note - Going to rip up the playbook on something this week on TDI Podcast. Anyone who owns an annuity should listen to what is about to come on next Sundays show..... No Agenda... Olympics - Anything to discuss? MONEY FOR ALL - The average tax refund is 10.9% higher so far this season, compared to about the same point in 2025, according to early filing data from the IRS. - The 2026 tax season opened Jan. 26, and the average refund amount was $2,290 as of Feb. 6, up from $2,065 about one year prior, the IRS reported Friday night. - As of Feb. 6, the total amount refunded was more than $16.9 billion, up 1.9% compared to last year, according to the IRS release. That figure reflects current-year returns only. - This is partly because there were excess-witholdings from last year on the rules changed and paycheck withholdings were not adjusted. This is a one time situation.. Emplyment - 4.3% - "Better" than expected payrolls number - A major revision was released last Wednesday. Overall 2025 job growth was much weaker than initially reported. The total net change for the full year 2025 was revised down from +584,000 jobs to just +181,000 jobs (seasonally adjusted) — an average of only about 15,000 jobs added per month instead of ~49,000. This made 2025 one of the weakest years for job creation in recent non-recession periods. - Employment levels were consistently overstated throughout 2025 by roughly 800,000 to over 1 million jobs, peaking around mid-year. For example: By March 2025, the level was revised down by 898,000. By December 2025 (preliminary), down by 1,029,000. - Monthly changes were also adjusted downward in most cases (e.g., August's originally reported -26,000 became a larger loss of -70,000; September's +108,000 became +76,000). - The revisions reflect normal annual benchmarking, but this one was unusually large (larger than the typical 0.2% average over the prior decade), likely due to factors like overestimation of business births or other data mismatches. - In short, the data reveals that the U.S. labor market in 2025 was significantly softer than the monthly headlines suggested at the time — job growth was overstated by a substantial margin, painting a picture of a much weaker employment picture for the year. AI Updates - While U.S. markets have been focused on the impact of Anthropic and Altruist's tools on software and financial services, China's tech giants have released AI models this week that have shown advancements in robotics and video generation. - Google is reporting that China's AI models are just MONTHS behind western models - However - is this progress? In a video demo, Alibaba showed a robot with pincers for hands that appeared to be able to count oranges, pick them up and place them in a basket. It was also shown taking milk out of a fridge. - Alibaba on Monday unveiled a new artificial intelligence model Qwen 3.5 designed to execute complex tasks independently, with big improvements in performance and cost that the Chinese tech giant claims beat major U.S. rival models on several benchmarks. - Zhipu AI — which trades as Knowledge Atlas Technology in Hong Kong said the model approaches Anthropic's Claude Opus 4.5 in coding benchmarks while surpassing Google's Gemini 3 Pro on some tests. - Shares of MiniMax also jumped Thursday after it launched its updated M2.5 open-source model with enhanced AI agent tools. Grok Update - Grok, Elon Musk's AI chatbot, has been gaining ground in the U.S. over the past months, data showed, even as it draws global censure and regulatory scrutiny after being used to generate a wave of non-consensual sexualized images of women and minors. - U.S. market share of the tool rose to 17.8% last month from 14% in December, and 1.9% in January 2025, according to data from research firm Apptopia. - Men are still the largest % users of Grok ~ 78% (down from 89% in April 2025) AI Market Share - ChatGPT's share slumped to 52.9% last month from 80.9% in January last year, while Gemini's grew to 29.4% from 17.3% over the same period. AI Market Share InfoGrapic and AI Understanding - Have we gone through this? - At its core, AI is technology that lets machines perform tasks that normally require human intelligence — things like understanding language, recognizing images, making decisions, or solving problems. - Modern AI (especially since ~2022) is dominated by machine learning — systems that learn patterns from huge amounts of data instead of being explicitly programmed rule-by-rule. - Inference is the "using" or "applying" phase of AI — when a trained model takes new input and produces an output / prediction / answer. Contrast with training (the "learning" phase): ------ Training ? Like a student studying for years: very compute-heavy, expensive, done once (or rarely) on massive servers/GPUs, adjusts billions of parameters based on examples. ------ Inference ? Like the student taking a test or doing their job: much faster, cheaper, runs on your phone/laptop/cloud, uses the fixed knowledge from training to respond instantly. - gentic AI takes regular AI (like chat models) to the next level: instead of just answering questions or generating text, these systems act autonomously to achieve goals with minimal human help. "Agentic" comes from "agency" — the ability to make decisions, plan, use tools, take actions, adapt, and even learn from results — like a smart digital employee rather than just a smart answer machine. AI Infographic Last AI Item - A shortage of memory chips is hammering profits, derailing corporate plans, and inflating price tags on various products, with the crunch expected to get worse. - The fundamental reason for the squeeze is the buildout of AI data centers, with companies like Alphabet and OpenAI buying up large shares of memory chip production, leaving consumer electronics producers fighting over a dwindling supply. - The resulting price spikes are causing concern, with some warning of "RAMmageddon" and others predicting that memory chip prices will go "parabolic", bringing lavish profits to some companies but painful prices to the rest of the electronics sector. Here is something: - Gallup will no longer track presidential approval ratings after nearly 90 years - Founded by George Gallup in 1935, the Washington, DC-based management company began tracking the president's job performance 88 years ago. - Gallup told USA TODAY it will no longer publish "favorability ratings of political figures," a decision it said "reflects an evolution in how Gallup focuses its public research and thought leadership." - Gallup said the ratings are now "widely produced, aggregated and interpreted, and no longer represent an area where Gallup can make its most distinctive contribution." - "Our commitment is to long-term, methodologically sound research on issues and conditions that shape people's lives," the company wrote, adding that its work will continue through the Gallup Poll Social Series, the Gallup Quarterly Business Review, the World Poll and more. - Seems like they are unable to SHAPE opinion due to social media etc.....? Apple Podcast Update - Big news! - Apple on Monday announced that it will bring a new integrated video podcast experience to Apple Podcasts this spring. - The move comes as video viewership continues to reshape podcasting. About 37% of people over age 12 watch video podcasts monthly, according to Edison Research. - The update brings Apple Podcasts more in-line with its competitors Spotify, YouTube and now Netflix, which have increasingly leaned into video podcasting. -“Twenty years ago, Apple helped take podcasting mainstream by adding podcasts to iTunes, and more than a decade ago, we introduced the dedicated Apple Podcasts app,” said Eddy Cue, Apple's senior vice president of Services, in a statement. “ - By bringing a category-leading video experience to Apple Podcasts, we're putting creators in full control of their content and how they build their businesses, while making it easier than ever for audiences to listen to or watch podcasts.” M&A - Texas Instruments Inc. has reached an agreement to buy Silicon Laboratories Inc. for about $7.5 billion, deepening its exposure to several markets for chips. - Silicon Labs investors will receive $231 in cash for each share of the company's common stock and the transaction is expected to close in the first half of 2027. - The transaction still needs to win approval by investors in Silicon Labs and shares of Silicon Labs surged by 51% to $206.48 after the announcement. Inflation - This helps - PepsiCo, will cut prices on core brands such as Lay's and Doritos by up to 15% following a consumer backlash against several previous price hikes, the snacks and beverage maker said on Tuesday after it topped fourth-quarter results. Miran - Moving - Federal Reserve Governor Stephen Miran is leaving his post as chair of the Council of Economic Advisers, CNBC has confirmed. - He joined the CEA in January 2025, but had been on leave from that post since last September when he filled the unexpired term of former Fed Governor Adriana Kugler.- He reamins on Fed board No Biggie???? - There are some astonishing cased being reported of Bad AI in the operating room - JNJ's TruDi Navigation System - Since AI was added to the device, the FDA has received unconfirmed reports of at least 100 malfunctions and adverse events. - At least 10 people were injured between late 2021 and November 2025, according to the reports. Most allegedly involved errors in which the TruDi Navigation System misinformed surgeons about the location of their instruments while they were using them inside patients' heads during operations. - Cerebrospinal fluid reportedly leaked from one patient's nose. In another reported case, a surgeon mistakenly punctured the base of a patient's skull. In two other cases, patients each allegedly suffered strokes after a major artery was accidentally injured. Cuba - The main airport has putt out a bulletin that they are out of Jet Fuel - Blackouts and lack of other fuels are creating big problems - No airlines have stopped running at this point, but many will as they cannot refuel - This is a bigger problem for cargo planes (supplies) that may not be able to risk flying to Cuba as they will not be able to get out. Dalio Warning - Legendary investor Ray Dalio said on Tuesday the world was “on the brink” of a capital war. - He said central banks and sovereign wealth funds were already preparing for measures like foreign exchange and capital controls. - "When money is weaponized using measures like trade embargoes, blocking access to capital markets, or using ownership of debt as leverage." - “Capital, money, matters,” Dalio said Tuesday. “We're seeing capital controls … taking place all over the world today, and who will experience that is questionable. So, we are on the brink — that doesn't mean we are in [a capital war now], but it means that it's a logical concern.” - Could this be why gold and siver are being hoarded (physical assets over digital currency? - Is China's edict to banks to diversify away from US Treasuries a sign? Self Boosted Valuation - Waymo is aiming to raise about $16 billion in a financing-round that would value it at nearly $110 billion, Bloomberg News reported, citing people familiar with the matter. - Alphabet would provide about $13 billion to the autonomous driving firm while the rest would come from investors including Sequoia Capital, DST Global and Dragoneer Investment Group, the report added. - Soooooo - Waymo is a unit of Alphabet.... Alphabet providing 80% of the funding that boosts valuations..... Hmmmmmmmm Warner Brothers - Warner Bros Discovery Inc is considering reopening sale talks with Paramount Skydance Corp after receiving its amended offer. - The Warner Bros board is discussing whether Paramount could offer a path to a superior deal, which may ignite a second bidding war with Netflix Inc. - Paramount submitted amended terms that addressed several concerns, including covering a fee owed to Netflix and offering to backstop a Warner Bros debt refinancing. Economics Coming Up - Short Week - plenty of Reports - Wednesday - Durable Goods, Housing Starts, Industrial Production, FOMC Minutes - Thursday - Philly Fed, Initial Claims - Friday: PCE, Personal Income and Spending, GDP for Q4 (3.6%) ----- New Home Sales, UMich Feb Final Love the Show? Then how about a Donation? ANNOUNCING THE THE CLOSEST TO THE PIN for CATERPILLAR Winners will be getting great stuff like the new "OFFICIAL" DHUnplugged Shirt! FED AND CRYPTO LIMERICKS See this week's stock picks HERE Follow John C. Dvorak on Twitter Follow Andrew Horowitz on Twitter
AI isn't the dystopia. Misvaluing the human elements is.After an AI announcement from Altruist introducing advanced tax planning automation, wealth management stocks like Charles Schwab, Raymond James, and LPL Financial fell sharply. The narrative formed quickly: AI is replacing financial advisors.That interpretation misses something deeper.In this episode of Financial Harmony™, Dr. Preston Cherry interprets what the AI disruption narrative reveals about how we define financial advice — and where mistrust in the 1% AUM model actually comes from.This is not a defense of advisors. It's a redefinition of value.Topics addressed:• Is AI replacing financial advisors? • What AI automation actually changes in financial planning • Why the 1% AUM debate is about more than price • Flat-fee vs AUM alignment • Why high-income investors still seek human advice • What people actually want from a financial advisor • How AI affects retirement planning confidence • The difference between efficiency and relational accountabilityResearch consistently shows:• Investors working with advisors report higher financial confidence. • Advised households feel more retirement preparedness. • Behavioral guidance prevents costly emotional decisions. • Affluent investors prioritize clarity and complex decision support over performance chasing.AI removes friction.It improves pace.It does not replace trust, context, or interpretive clarity.If we define financial advice as spreadsheets, AI is a threat.If we define it as navigating ambiguity, AI becomes leverage.Financial advice has never been about beating the market.It's about helping people live with their financial decisions.This episode examines:• Advisor trust and fee alignment • Why compensation structure impacts perceived value • The real drivers behind AUM mistrust • Whether automation strengthens or weakens fiduciary advice • What happens when efficiency is mistaken for value
La produzione industriale chiude il 2025 in calo per il terzo anno consecutivo, nonostante il rimbalzo di dicembre (+3,2% su base annua), che limita la frenata complessiva a pochi decimali. L'Istat registra a dicembre un -0,4% su novembre, ma un quarto trimestre in crescita dello 0,9% rispetto ai tre mesi precedenti. La ripresa tendenziale è sostenuta soprattutto dalla farmaceutica (+24%), dai mezzi di trasporto e dai prodotti in metallo e gomma plastica, con un forte rimbalzo degli autoveicoli (+35%) su un confronto molto debole. Restano invece in calo chimica, tessile abbigliamento e legno. Il 2025 migliora nella seconda parte dell'anno, ma il fatturato globale dell'industria, stimato a 1.122 miliardi da Prometeia e Intesa Sanpaolo, cresce solo dello 0,2%, insufficiente a recuperare il calo del 2024. In questo contesto il Nord, e in particolare il Bellunese, guarda alle Olimpiadi come volano di sviluppo. La presidente di Confindustria Belluno Dolomiti, Lorraine Berton, richiama i giovani a cogliere l'occasione dei Giochi come opportunità di crescita sostenibile per il territorio montano. Un segnale arriva dal distretto dell'occhialeria: a Cortina nasce Innovereye, primo centro globale dedicato all'adozione concreta di AI e digitalizzazione nella filiera eyewear, inserito nel progetto Dolomiti Innovation Valley per attrarre investimenti e talenti. Ci raggiunge nei nostri studi a Belluno Lorraine Berton, presidente di Confindustria Belluno Dolomiti e presidente del Gruppo Tecnico Olimpiadi, Grandi Eventi ed Economia della montagna di Confindustria.Governo a lavoro sull'atteso decreto energiaIl governo prepara un decreto energia atteso dalle imprese, mentre Confindustria torna a segnalare l'urgenza di interventi per ridurre i costi che penalizzano la competitività italiana. Il presidente Orsini avverte che l'energia spinge multinazionali a investire altrove, citando il caso Stellantis in Spagna. Il ministro Urso conferma che il provvedimento sarà esaminato dal Consiglio dei ministri la prossima settimana, con misure strutturali a sostegno dell'industria e un necessario coordinamento europeo. Secondo le anticipazioni, il decreto varrebbe circa 3 miliardi e punterebbe a ridurre il costo del gas per la produzione elettrica, con benefici per imprese e famiglie a basso reddito. Tra le ipotesi: sterilizzare il differenziale tra Ttf e Psv e spostare alcuni oneri del gas sulla bolletta elettrica. Le coperture arriverebbero dalla vendita di gas nelle disponibilità di Snam e Gse e, in parte, dalle quote CO2. Restano incognite sulla compatibilità europea e sul rischio di disincentivare le importazioni in fasi di tensione. Per questo si rafforzerebbe anche il meccanismo della gas release, con sfruttamento calmierato delle riserve nazionali a favore delle imprese energivore. Ne parliamo con Celestina Dominelli, Il Sole 24 Ore.L'AI scatena le vendite sul risparmio gestitoI mercati puniscono i titoli del risparmio gestito dopo il lancio di un nuovo strumento di intelligenza artificiale che riaccende i timori di automazione del settore. Negli Stati Uniti operatori come Charles Schwab e Raymond James perdono fino al 9%, con effetti a catena in Europa: a Milano crollano Fineco, Banca Generali, Mediolanum e Azimut, mentre scendono anche i principali gruppi europei e bancari. Il catalizzatore è l'annuncio della fintech Altruist, che ha introdotto una funzione di pianificazione fiscale basata su AI capace di analizzare documenti e generare strategie personalizzate. Il selloff riflette una paura più ampia: che l'intelligenza artificiale ridisegni il modello di business dei servizi professionali, come già visto nelle scorse settimane su software, assicurazioni e consulenza legale. Gli investitori temono una compressione dei margini e un'accelerazione della concorrenza tecnologica in un settore finora protetto dall'elevata componente umana. Il commento è affidato a Giacomo Calef, responsabile per l'Italia di NS Partners.
Futures stretch into the green on both sides of the Atlantic as investors await a crucial U.S. non-farm payrolls print with the White House aiming to temper expectations. Dutch brewing giant Heineken announces it will be slashing thousands of jibs in the next two years and it has lowered its FY growth forecast after weak demand for its beers. German lender Commerzbank enjoys a Q4 beat on the top and bottom line and expects net profit for the year to top expectations. CEO Bettina Orlopp tells CNBC the bank is always open to renewed interest from Unicredit. On Wall Street, shares in U.S. financial stocks plunge following the unveiling of Altruist's new A.I.-powered tax planning tool. We hear from Anthoropic's CCO Paul Smith who says his company is set on extracting real value from A.I.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
endant que le Dow Jones s'offre un club VIP au-dessus des 50 000 points, le S&P 500 patine dans la semoule sous les 7 000. Mais ne vous laissez pas endormir par les records de façade : sous le capot, le moteur fume. Entre la "Saaspocalypse", les chiffres de l'emploi (NFP) bricolés par le BLS et le consommateur américain qui ferme son portefeuille, l'ambiance est plus proche de l'an 2000 que du champagne pour tout le monde. Au programme de ce Morningbull Live du 11 février 2026 :
Starting over in the US, Wall Street saw a mixed trading session overnight, as the S&P500 and Nasdaq slipped 0.2% and 0.6% respectively, while the Dow Jones added 0.1%, at one point in the day trading at its 3rd all time high in the last 3 days. The market was weighed down by financial stocks, which took a hit after tech platform Altruist officially launched their new AI-powered tax planning tool. Investors are likely to rotate to areas which are most protected from being impacted by the emerging prevalence of AI. What to watch todayThe ASX200 is expected to rise at the open today, with the SPI futures indicating an increase of 0.3%A big morning in reporting season as Australia's biggest bank Commonwealth Bank (ASX:CBA) announced their cash profit has increased 5% to $5.4 billion in the half year ending 31 December, and that they will pay a dividend of $2.35 per share. Although not released at the time of recording, keep an eye on other major results including AGL Energy (ASX:AGL), Evolution Mining, and James Hardie Industries (ASX:JHX), which are all due to be released this morning. You can stay up to date with results as they come out via Bell Direct's reporting season pagePharmaceutical giant CSL (ASX:CSL) also announced their results, reporting total revenue down 4% to $8.3 billion, Adjusted Net profit after tax of $1.9b, which is a 7% drop, and a reported NPA of $0.4 billion, which represents an 81% drop from last results. These results come in a day after it was announced that they would be dumping chief executive Paul McKenzie, extending the volatile period for the blue chip stock. In Bell Potter's latest research, the broker has maintained its Buy rating, however lowered the 12-month target price on WiseTech Global (ASX:WTC) from $100 per share to $87.50, citing the fact that the stock is currently trading on its lowest EBITDA multiple since its IPO nearly 10 years ago. And in commodities, Gold has slipped 0.7% to be trading a shade over US$5000 per ounce, while silver has dropped 3.2% to 80 USD ounce. Crude Oil has remained flat at US$64.17 per barrel.
Mindy Diamond on Independence: A Podcast for Financial Advisors Considering Change
With Jason Wenk—Founder and CEO, Altruist Overview A candid conversation on rethinking custody from the ground up—and why simplification, aligned economics, and integrated technology are becoming critical for advisors building modern, scalable firms. Listen in… > Download a transcript of this episode… NOTE: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Diamond Consultants. Neither Diamond Consultants nor the guests on this podcast are compensated in any way for their participation. About this episode… For decades, advisors have built their businesses on custodial infrastructure that was never designed to support how modern firms actually operate. In many cases, fragmented technology stacks, paper-heavy processes, and economic factors often benefit the platform more than the advisor or client. Jason Wenk saw that firsthand. Before launching Altruist, Jason built and scaled FormulaFolios from zero to over $4B in assets—giving him a front-row seat to what works, what breaks, and where traditional custody and technology create friction as firms grow. Rather than layering another tool on top of an already complex system, Jason made a far more ambitious bet: to rebuild custody, technology, and economics from the ground up as a single, fully integrated platform. In this conversation with host Louis Diamond, Jason pulls back the curtain on what it really takes to build a next-generation custodian, including: The myths around custody and brand—and why the next wave of growth may belong to firms willing to rethink the infrastructure they build on. Challenging long-standing assumptions around custody—and why Altruist built a vertically integrated solution from the ground up. The advantages of vertical integration—and why simplification, automation, and aligned economics are becoming essential to advisor growth. The real cost of complexity—and why so many advisors and business owners underestimate it. The value of AI and automation—and how Jason sees it will reshape the next-generation RIA. It's a thoughtful, candid look at the future of custody and what it means for advisors who want to build scalable, modern businesses. Want to learn more about where, why, and how advisors like you are moving? Click to contact us or call 908-879-1002. Related Resources The Future of Prospecting: How AI Is Powering the Next Era of Advisor Growth FINNY Co-Founder Eden Ovadia shares how AI is transforming advisor prospecting: automating outreach, matching advisors with ideal clients, and freeing time for deeper human connection. A forward-looking conversation on what growth will look like in the next era of wealth management. The Four Horsemen of the Independent Apocalypse Model or partner misalignment is often the driver of these four common frustrations independent advisors encounter. Wealth Management Landscape at a Glance We created this “at a glance” continuum infographic—to help you navigate the different models and understand how their features stack up. Jason Wenk Founder and CEO Jason Wenk is the Founder and CEO of Altruist, the only modern custodian that’s fully digital, vertically integrated, and built exclusively for RIAs. Jason has lived and breathed the financial services industry over the last 25 years as a financial advisor, investment systems developer, analyst, and founder of his previous company, FormulaFolios. With Jason as CEO, FormulaFolios achieved a 13,927% 3-year growth rate and managed over $3.2 billion. This rapid growth ranked the firm as a fastest-growing private company in the country by Inc. magazine 4 years in a row, reaching as high as #10. Jason was also recently named a national EY Entrepreneur of the Year in 2018. Also available on your favorite podcast app and other media sites
Ola om Rutger Bregman som vill lösa världsproblemen genom att övertala eliten att bli mer moralisk.Jonatan om att Kanye West gjort en offentlig ursäkt för sin antisemitism. Bok som refereras:Rutger Bregman – Moralisk Ambition: Sluta slösa bort din talang och börja göra skillnad
Jason Wenk, Founder and CEO of Altruist, joins the show for a wide-ranging conversation about what advisors should be paying attention to next and what many have overlooked during an unusually forgiving market cycle.Jason reflects on the state of the advisory industry after years of strong markets, demographic tailwinds, and easy growth. He breaks down why high margins can be misleading, how some firms are more fragile than they appear, and what happens when the music eventually slows.Jason also shares how his own leadership approach has evolved, why sustainability matters more in this phase, and how advisors can prepare their businesses to endure beyond the next market cycle. This episode is a candid look at what it really takes to build something durable.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Emlen Miles Mattingley has never been afraid to experiment. What he learned the hard way is that experimentation without focus can leave advisors busy, but stuck.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Emlen shares the real story behind his marketing journey, from trying every platform and tactic to eventually narrowing his focus and taking control of his business. He breaks down the difference between “riding” a practice versus intentionally driving it, and why clarity around who you serve changes everything.Emlen walks through his evolution as an advisor, including difficult decisions to walk away from revenue, rework his niche, and rebuild his marketing around retirement-focused clients. He also reflects on podcasting as a long-term growth engine, the discipline required to commit to content, and why consistency matters more than early results.This conversation is an honest look at what it takes to build momentum, make uncomfortable business decisions, and design a practice that actually fits the life you want to live.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Yohance Harrison has built a thriving advisory practice without chasing trends or relying on constant outbound marketing. Instead, he focused on trust, vulnerability, and a repeatable referral system rooted in real relationships.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Yohance, founder and CEO of MoneyScript Wealth Management, shares how he scaled his firm by intentionally activating his existing client base. He walks through his “kings and queens” framework, why public recognition fuels referrals, and how asking for help the right way unlocks growth.Yohance also opens up about the challenges that come with success, including what happens when a referral engine works too well. He explains how he refined his ideal client profile, adjusted his systems, and prepared his firm for the next phase of growth.This conversation offers practical insight into building a referral-driven practice that compounds over time; without losing the human connection that makes it work.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Brian Portnoy believes that great financial advice starts long before portfolios and performance. It starts with understanding what actually matters to people.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Brian, founder of Shaping Wealth and author of The Geometry of Wealth, shares how behavioral finance, psychology, and purpose-driven conversations can transform the advisor-client relationship.He introduces the concept of “funded contentment,” the idea that true wealth is the ability to underwrite a meaningful life. Brian explains why emotion is inseparable from money, why advisors should lean into deeper conversations, and how helping clients feel seen and understood creates stronger relationships and better outcomes.This conversation challenges traditional approaches to advice and offers a framework for advisors who want to move beyond market commentary and toward work that is both human and enduring.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
You can read today's edition of The 7 newsletter here. In the meantime, we're sharing something else you can listen to now or over the holiday weekend. It's the first “class” of the recent Try This series on giving. What's really going on inside the brain of an altruist? Why do altruists care so much more for a stranger who needs help? Why are they so willing to give away a kidney?In this episode, host Cristina Quinn explores what it means to be an altruist with Abigail Marsh, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University. Together, they break down how altruists view their own actions and how others can become more altruistic too.Marsh offers insight into what scientists know about altruists and shares surprising findings from her own research. She also tells us how you can build the muscle of giving more in simple steps that fit your lifestyle.Read more about Marsh's work on altruism here. Also, read Washington Post Brain Matters columnist Richard Sima's story on how doing good is good for you.Subscribe to The Washington Post or connect your subscription in Apple Podcasts.
Gideon Drucker didn't set out to simply maintain a successful practice. He wanted to build something that could grow beyond any one person.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Gideon, president of Drucker Wealth, shares how he helped transform a founder-led, rainmaker model into a planning-first, ensemble firm managing more than $1B in assets.He walks through the early years of putting in the reps, finding his own voice, and building a client base from scratch, even while stepping into a legacy business. Gideon also explains how writing and long-form content unexpectedly became a growth engine, helping the firm clarify its niche and attract the right clients organically.This conversation offers practical insight into evolving a firm's structure, balancing autonomy with scalability, and building systems that support both client experience and long-term growth.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Aaron Sherman has never been interested in chasing growth for growth's sake.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Aaron, president of Odyssey Group Wealth Advisors, shares how his firm chose a slower, more intentional path—one centered on deep client relationships, long-term clarity, and values-led decision-making.Aaron walks through his journey from Commonwealth to full independence, the decision to register his own RIA, and why control and alignment mattered more than speed. He also explains how focusing on intentional philanthropy created stronger client trust, clearer differentiation, and organic growth without forcing scale.This conversation offers a grounded perspective for advisors deciding what kind of firm they actually want to build—and what it takes to stay true to that vision over time.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Jason Wenk is the founder and CEO of Altruist, a fully-integrated digital brokerage platform and RIA custodian designed to help fiduciary advisors optimize and scale their practices. Jason joins host Mark Gatto, co-founder and co-CEO of CION Investments, to discuss how Altruist is re-envisioning the custodial space and improving the accessibility and outcomes of financial advice.
Discover how Jason Wenk is pioneering AI in wealth management. In this episode, we dive into Hazel, the AI engine powering Altruist, and explore its origin, current impact, and future potential. Subscribe now for insights that could redefine your approach to investing. Make sure you subscribe to never miss an update. Subscribe in Apple Podcasts Subscribe on Spotify Learn more about Potomac Fund Management: https://potomac.com/ Read our blog: https://blog.potomac.com/ Disclosure: https://potomac.com/disclosuresPFM-204-20251209 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Manish Khatta took over Potomac in 2017 with a $3M SBA loan, two young kids, and a firm that soon dropped from $185M to $140M in assets. Today, Potomac manages more than $3B.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Manish shares the real story behind that growth — the bets he made, the setbacks he fought through, and the discipline that shaped his leadership.He talks about the importance of understanding your P&L, reinvesting aggressively, building a content-first brand, and hiring people who have already operated at the next level. Manish also breaks down why transparency became the core of Potomac's marketing, how he built a scalable structure, and why speed matters when the industry shifts.Advisors will walk away with clear insights on growth, identity, and the self-awareness required to build a firm that can keep climbing.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Khe Hy spent 15 years rising through the ranks on Wall Street, eventually becoming one of BlackRock's youngest managing directors. Then he walked away.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Khe shares how he traded a high-status career for a life aligned with his values. He talks about the immigrant work ethic that shaped him, the internal voice advisors often battle, and the “magic window” that led him to prioritize fatherhood.Khe reflects on building RadReads, developing an executive coaching practice, becoming an early Notion creator, and launching his current AI consultancy. Through it all, his focus never changed: follow what feels alive, reduce the noise, and let curiosity lead the way.Advisors will hear a perspective that goes deeper than growth tactics — one grounded in clarity, intention, and creating a life you actually want to live.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
What's really going on inside the brain of an altruist? Why do altruists care so much more for a stranger who needs help? Why are they so willing to give away a kidney?In this episode from the Washington Post's “Try This” podcast, host Cristina Quinn explores what it means to be an altruist with Abigail Marsh, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University. Together, they break down how altruists view their own actions and how others can become more altruistic too.Marsh offers insight into what scientists know about altruists and shares surprising findings from her own research. She also tells us how you can build the muscle of giving more in simple steps that fit your lifestyle.Read more about Marsh's work on altruism here. Also, read Washington Post Brain Matters columnist Richard Sima's story on how doing good is good for you.To hear more, check out “Try This” wherever you listen to podcasts.Subscribe to The Washington Post or connect your subscription in Apple Podcasts.
Aaron Cirksena built one of the fastest-growing virtual advisory firms in the country by treating marketing like a real business function, not an afterthought.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Aaron shares how he went from a one-man shop to a multi-advisor, fully remote firm by mastering paid digital marketing, tracking key metrics, and building a repeatable system for growth.He breaks down the early days of hustling for business, the moment he discovered scalable digital funnels, and the mindset shift that allowed him to delegate, hire, and expand the firm's reach.Advisors will learn the importance of knowing their numbers, reinvesting in marketing, and building a structure that creates predictable opportunities rather than relying on luck or referrals.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
What's really going on inside the brain of an altruist? Why do altruists care so much more for a stranger who needs help? Why are they so willing to give away a kidney?In this episode, host Cristina Quinn explores what it means to be an altruist with Abigail Marsh, a professor of psychology and neuroscience at Georgetown University. Together, they break down how altruists view their own actions and how others can become more altruistic too.Marsh offers insight into what scientists know about altruists and shares surprising findings from her own research. She also tells us how you can build the muscle of giving more in simple steps that fit your lifestyle.Read more about Marsh's work on altruism here. Also, read Washington Post Brain Matters columnist Richard Sima's story on how doing good is good for you.Subscribe to The Washington Post or connect your subscription in Apple Podcasts.
Tim Farley has spent over a decade shaping what great advisory leadership looks like.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Tim Farley, founding principal of Tempo Wealth, shares the story behind launching a new RIA with his two business partners, Bernie Garrah and Corbin Blackburn, that quickly grew to manage more than $700 million in client assets.He explains how genuine relationships, deep specialization, and a client-first mindset helped him and his partners build a firm defined by trust and collaboration. From mastering a niche among corporate executives to overhauling technology and team structure, Tim breaks down the lessons learned along the way.Advisors will take away insights on building partnerships, leading with purpose, and creating a firm culture built to last.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Advisors spend nearly half their time on tasks that take them away from clients. Hazel was built to change that.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Dasarte sits down with Altruist's Gokul Ramanathan and Fernando San Martín to share how Hazel, Altruist's new AI-powered assistant, is helping advisors work smarter and focus on what matters most.They discuss Hazel's origins, its role in simplifying advisor workflows, and the standards that keep client data secure. From automating meeting prep to identifying follow-up opportunities, Hazel is designed to give advisors time back while improving the client experience.Advisors will learn how this technology evolved from a startup idea into a core Altruist product—and why the future of advice should feel more efficient, personal, and human.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Danika Waddell's journey from solo founder to firm leader is a masterclass in intentional growth.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Danika—founder of Zena Financial Planning—shares how she built a practice centered on professional women in tech, the lessons learned from evolving her business model, and what it takes to create lasting partnerships.From starting her firm in 2020 to merging with another RIA five years later, Danika opens up about the realities of entrepreneurship, why she left the hourly model behind, and how aligning values and vision made her merger a success.Advisors will walk away with insight into fee structures, niching with purpose, and building meaningful collaborations that amplify both impact and joy.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Cameo Roberson has made it her mission to rescue advisors from operational chaos.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Cameo—founder and managing partner of Atlas Park Consulting—shares how she helps growing advisory firms build infrastructure, clarity, and confidence as they evolve from practitioners to business owners.With over 20 years of experience in wealth management, Cameo brings a unique lens to operations—helping advisors reclaim time, strengthen decision-making, and design systems that actually support growth. From tackling “head trash” to redefining what independence really means, she offers tangible steps for advisors at every stage of their journey to run a more intentional business.Advisors will walk away with insights on operational leadership, mindset shifts for breakaways, and what it takes to transition from doing the work to leading the firm.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Shawn Tydlaska built the kind of firm most advisors dream about—steady referrals, a growing team, and over $1 million in annual revenue. But behind the milestones was a different story.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Shawn sits down with Dasarte to talk about what happens after you hit every goal and still feel stuck. He opens up about burnout, redefining success, and the decision to stop drinking—an act that forced him to face the parts of himself he'd buried beneath constant work.From scaling too quickly to rebuilding his firm around balance, family, and purpose, Shawn shares the lessons that helped him reconnect with the “why” behind his business. This isn't a story about exponential growth—it's about learning when to slow down, recalibrate, and build something that truly lasts.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Doug and Heather Boneparth are redefining what it means to build wealth together.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, the founders of BoneFide Wealth share how partnership in both life and business has shaped their approach to advising clients and leading a modern firm. They discuss the lessons behind their new book Money Together, their experience transitioning over $100M in assets to Altruist, and how the right technology can strengthen client relationships.Doug and Heather reflect on the power of communication, empathy, and shared purpose in building both a family and a firm that thrive on authenticity.Advisors will take away practical insight on navigating change, embracing transparency, and creating practices that serve people as well as portfolios.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
In this miniepisode, Kirk and Paul talk about Sudden Impact, then there's a Beatles trivia quiz.
Ami Shah has one mission: to change the way families experience financial advice.In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Ami Shah, co-founder and CEO of Steward, shares how her path from McKinsey and Facebook led her to build a firm designed for first-generation wealth builders. She opens up about the personal story that sparked her calling, the operational systems that fueled Steward's $60M growth, and how her “CORE” framework (Confident, Organized, Relieved, Engaged) helps families feel in control of their money and their future.From developing a 60-point custodian evaluation matrix to using automation to enhance trust and empathy, Ami proves that modern advice can be both deeply human and highly efficient.Advisors will walk away with tactical insights on building scalable systems, fostering emotional connection, and serving clients who've worked hard to earn what they have—often for the first time.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
In this special The Advisor Journey episode recorded live from Futureproof, Altruist founder and CEO Jason Wenk sat down with Doug and Heather Boneparth of Bone Fide Wealth to talk about their firm's transition to Altruist, the evolution of independence in wealth management, and their new book, Money Together.Doug and Heather shared how they've built a firm centered on the next generation of clients; high-achieving millennials and Gen Z professionals—by rethinking technology, experience, and trust. They also discussed the deeper connection between money and relationships, and why communication around both is essential.It's an honest look at what it means to grow a business and a partnership that endures.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Eden Ovadia, co-founder and CEO of Finny, joins The Advisor Journey live from Future Proof 2025 to share how her team is tackling one of the industry's most pressing challenges: organic growth.Before starting FINNY, Eden worked in private equity and M&A at Boston Consulting Group, where she saw firsthand how unsustainable acquisition-driven growth had become for advisory firms. That experience sparked her vision for FINNY: a platform that uses AI and machine learning to make client acquisition scalable, efficient, and—most importantly—achievable for every advisor.In this episode, Eden explains why most advisors struggle to grow beyond referrals, how FINNY built traction from 15 signed clients before even launching an MVP, and why having three co-founders became their biggest growth hack. She also breaks down FINNY's approach to prospecting—where setting up a campaign takes just 15 minutes and can generate millions in new assets with minimal advisor time.From early YC rejection to a $600K sales quarter, FINNY's story is a blueprint for what's possible when technology meets real advisor pain points. Eden also shares her vision for the future: a $1B solo advisor, enabled by automation, focusing only on what they love most—serving clients.If you want to understand how technology is reshaping growth in wealth management, this episode is essential listening.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
AI is already reshaping the way we work—but the most successful firms won't be the ones that adopt the most tools. They'll be the ones that adopt them with purpose. On this episode of The FutureProof Advisor, I sit down with Jason Wenk, Founder and CEO of Altruist, to talk about what it really means to modernize through AI—without losing the human connection at the heart of advisory work.Jason brings decades of experience at the intersection of wealth management and technology, sharing how he's seen AI evolve from early experiments in algorithmic trading to its current role in everyday advisory operations. We talk through practical examples, like Hazel—Altruist's AI assistant designed to replicate a first hire's tasks—and how tools like this are freeing advisors to focus more on empathy, creativity, and trust-building. But Jason makes it clear: none of this works without good data. Firms that ignore data hygiene and operational clarity will fall behind—fast.As AI becomes more powerful, the advisor's role will evolve—not disappear. Jason sees a future where firms split: some leaning into AI-first operations, others branding themselves as AI-free. But those who succeed will strike a balance—embracing automation where it enhances the client experience, and doubling down on the distinctly human skills that technology can't replicate. For firms ready to think strategically about growth, relevance, and scale, this is the conversation to start with.
Episode 112: This week, Kyle Van Pelt talks with Jason Wenk, Founder and CEO of Altruist. Jason has lived and breathed the financial services industry over the last 20 years as a financial advisor, investment systems developer, analyst, and founder. Jason shares his journey from humble beginnings to building some of the fastest-growing RIAs. From his early days at Morgan Stanley to pioneering digital marketing for his own RIAs, Jason discusses the innovations that led to the founding of Altruist. Jason also explores the power of content and why social media platforms are today's hub for advisor growth. In this episode: (00:00) - Intro (02:44) - Jason's money moment (05:21) - From intern to industry disruptor: Jason's path to building two RIAs (13:56) - Jason's digital marketing playbook (17:38) - Where attention is won: YouTube, TikTok, referrals, and more (25:02) - Why offline marketing still crushes in 2025 (28:05) - The pain points that led Jason to create Altruist (34:12) - How Altruist is using AI to transform advisor workflows (43:06) - Jason's Milemarker Minute Key Takeaways Leverage digital marketing. Blogging and creating videos on social media build authority and trust. Play the long game. Social media platforms can drive billions in new business. But when they eventually get crowded, differentiation comes from client experience and outcomes, not just marketing tactics. Know your audience. AI and SEO shifts may impact younger investors, but retirement-age clients still search the old-fashioned way. Tailor your approach to the people you want to reach. Consistency wins. Whether it's local seminars, radio shows, or social media content, firms that pick a lane and execute with discipline tend to outpace the rest. Quotes "A lot of our fastest-growing advisors are using YouTube as their primary mechanism to be in front of new clients. We have a few who are using social media, so they're active on X, some are heavy on LinkedIn, and we're starting to see some who are actually doing decent volume from TikTok." ~ Jason Wenk "Our generation is open about how and what we do. We all have an abundance mindset, and we share and love celebrating everybody else's wins." ~ Jason Wenk "In a world where it'll be nearly impossible to be different and unique based on your content, what you actually deliver will matter a lot more. Driving the best outcomes and the best experience will become a differentiator. " ~ Jason Wenk Links Jason Wenk on LinkedIn Altruist Morgan Stanley AI Assistance - Altruist Elon Musk Connect with our hosts Milemarker.co Kyle on LinkedIn Jud on LinkedIn Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Produce game-changing content with Turncast Turncast helps your company grow by producing top-quality content and fostering transformative conversations. We specialize in content generation, podcasting, digital strategy, and audience growth for fintech and financial services companies. Learn more at Turncast.com.
Nyle Bayer, CMO of Future Proof, joins The Advisor Journey to share how he helped turn a bold idea into one of the most innovative events in wealth management. Drawing from his background as an advisor and now event builder, Nyle explains the principles behind Future Proof's growth, from creating unforgettable experiences to engineering meaningful networking opportunities.He breaks down what advisors can learn from world-class event marketing—why product quality comes first, how every touchpoint shapes client experience, and why brand design communicates trust before you ever say a word. Nyle also discusses hiring lessons, the future of community-driven growth, and why AI represents both a reset and the biggest opportunity advisors have ever faced.This episode gives advisors a rare inside look at the mindset, playbook, and practical steps behind building movements that scale far beyond a single event.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Torie Happe, Head of Partnerships at Holistiplan, joins The Advisor Journey to discuss how tax planning has become a cornerstone of modern wealth management and why advisors leveraging tools like Holistiplan stand out in today's competitive landscape.In this engaging episode, Torie shares Holistiplan's journey from a grassroots solution with just a few thousand users to a platform now serving over 50,000 advisors. She explains how the tool empowers advisors to deliver “aha moments” for clients by uncovering overlooked opportunities, catching costly mistakes, and creating stickier, trust-based relationships.Torie also explores the evolving role of technology in advisory firms—covering the limitations of AI, the expansion into estate and insurance planning, and why trust remains the industry's true currency. She closes by outlining the three keys behind Holistiplan's rapid growth: flexibility, speed, and confidence—lessons that apply to both fintechs and advisory firms alike.Whether you're looking to deepen client trust, differentiate your services, or understand the future of advisor technology, this episode offers actionable insights and inspiration.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Cathy Curtis, founder of Curtis Financial Planning, joins The Advisor Journey to unpack how she built a thriving advisory practice focused exclusively on serving single women, sustaining steady growth for over two decades.In this insightful conversation, Cathy shares the pivotal shift she made after floundering as a generalist, and how committing to a clearly defined niche accelerated her success. She breaks down practical marketing strategies—combining compelling digital branding with intentional face-to-face networking—that helped her connect authentically with clients and foster referrals.Cathy also highlights her innovative approach to leveraging AI to keep her lean practice highly efficient and client-focused, offering specific examples of how tools like ChatGPT have streamlined her workflow.Listeners will gain actionable insights into building a long-lasting, niche-focused advisory business, the critical balance of technology and personal connection, and the importance of defining success on your own terms rather than chasing constant growth.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Kevin Thompson, former MLB player and founder of 9Innings Capital Group, joins The Advisor Journey to share his experience transitioning from professional baseball into financial advisory and his strategic approach to building an independent advisory firm. Kevin discusses his intentional shift away from commission-based products toward holistic financial planning driven by authentic client relationships and values alignment.In this candid conversation, Kevin explores common challenges advisors face when breaking away from traditional institutions, including managing compliance, financial pressures, and the critical importance of mentorship. He offers practical guidance on developing a referral-based growth strategy, emphasizing the power of authentic communication through platforms like YouTube and LinkedIn.Listeners will walk away with valuable insights into navigating the early stages of independence, sustainably scaling their practice, and creating a firm culture that resonates with both advisors and clients.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Emily Binder, founder of Beetle Moment Marketing and WealthVoice, returns to The Advisor Journey to share her deep expertise in financial services marketing. Emily dives into the critical shifts she's witnessed over her eight years in the industry, emphasizing the democratization of content creation and the evolving landscape shaped by short-form video and social media.In this insightful episode, Emily highlights why authenticity and distinctiveness are more crucial than ever, detailing practical ways advisors can build standout brands that resonate deeply with clients. She explores common pitfalls such as reliance on generic, canned content, and shares actionable strategies for advisors to elevate their online presence effectively.Listeners will gain valuable insights on leveraging powerful tools like Descript for streamlined content creation, and discover why genuine human connection remains a timeless differentiator despite rapid technological advancements. Emily also shares compelling case studies illustrating how advisors have successfully used targeted content strategies to drive significant growth and client engagement.Whether you're refining your existing brand or launching your marketing efforts from scratch, this episode provides a clear, actionable roadmap to authentically connect with your ideal clients and position your advisory firm uniquely within the marketplace.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Alex Newman returns to The Advisor Journey to share his innovative two-pronged approach to growing Grape Wealth Management: building a vibrant community of retirees through in-person events while implementing advanced AI systems for practice efficiency.Alex reveals how his "Retire Temecula" events have evolved from just five attendees to gatherings regularly drawing 80-150 people, creating powerful organic growth opportunities. Simultaneously, he explains his custom AI implementations for personalized client newsletters, content creation, and SEO optimization.This episode offers a masterclass in balancing high-touch relationship building with cutting-edge technology implementation. Advisors will gain practical insights on creating community-centered events that attract ideal clients and leveraging AI tools to enhance client service while streamlining marketing efforts.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
In this special host-only episode of The Advisor Journey, Will Steiner and Dasarte Yarnway discuss how advisors can effectively integrate AI into their businesses to drive growth and efficiency. They break down practical strategies for using AI to enhance marketing, streamline operations, and improve client experiences. Plus, they cover essential tools every advisor should know, address common misconceptions about AI replacing jobs, and share insights on how AI will reshape the financial advice industry in the coming years.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Ari Taublieb, Chief Growth Officer at Root Financial, joins The Advisor Journey to share how he helped scale the firm from $25 million to $1.1 billion in AUM, primarily through YouTube.Ari breaks down the playbook behind Root's explosive organic growth, fueled by video content, community building, and a culture-first hiring model. He explains how one viral YouTube video can change everything, why conversion starts before the first meeting, and what it really means to build a client experience that scales without sacrificing quality.From salmon breakfasts in a two-person office to a 65% close rate on $2M+ clients, Ari offers a behind-the-scenes look at Root's rapid rise and the content engine powering it.If you're wondering what modern growth really looks like for advisory firms, this episode delivers the blueprint.ABOUT ALTRUIST: We're on a mission to make independent financial advice better, more affordable, and accessible to everyone. As a modern custodian, Altruist helps high-growth, client-centric, and tech-forward RIAs deliver great advice to more clients at lower costs. Want to find out how Altruist can help you grow? Talk to our team by visiting www.altruist.com/talk-to-us STAY CONNECTED: Instagram ► https://www.instagram.com/altruistcorp/ Twitter ► https://x.com/altruist Linkedin ► https://www.linkedin.com/company/altruistcorp/ ABOUT THE ADVISOR JOURNEY: Real-life strategies for the modern financial advisor who's ready to scale. Join Altruist leaders and guests as they share proven tactics, unfiltered advice, and hard-won lessons you can apply to your own practice. These conversations will propel your career to the next level—don't miss it. Disclaimer: Altruist Corp ("Altruist") offers technology and tools designed to help financial advisors achieve better outcomes. Advisory and certain other services are provided by Altruist LLC, an SEC-registered investment adviser, and brokerage related products and services are provided by Altruist Financial LLC, a member of FINRA/SI...
Buckle up for a raw, unfiltered journey of transformation that'll make your entrepreneurial soul IGNITE!From a rough San Francisco neighborhood to selling his financial advisory firm, building groundbreaking tech, and now revolutionizing sports content with Bench, Dasarte Yarnway is the embodiment of creating your own destiny. This isn't just another success story—it's a masterclass in turning trauma into triumph, authenticity into opportunity.In this electrifying episode, Dasarte breaks down:How losing his father at 12 became the fuel for his entrepreneurial fireThe power of being unapologetically yourself in a world that tries to dim your lightTurning personal pain into a mission to change generational financial narrativesInsider secrets from his journey through Fisher Investments, Altruist, and beyondWhether you're a budding entrepreneur, a sports fan, or someone hungry for real-world wisdom, this conversation will challenge everything you thought you knew about success.Connect with Dasarte:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dasarte-yarnway-b3b39443/Instagram: @dasarteyarnway
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In this episode, Steven is joined by the CEO of Altruist, Jason Wenk, to talk about a reporting issue that happened at multiple custodians this last tax filing season. Jason openly shares what happened, how it happened, how Altruist responded, and shares a little insight along the way of what it's like to build a tech-forward custodian platform. This episode is a must listen as Jason gives an incredible example of how to be a leader in spite of challenges and shares some of the exciting things that Altruist has in store in the future. Be sure and listen to the full episode and be ready to take notes as Jason shares clear action steps any leader can take when faced with challenges. https://zurl.co/5iyi5
Send us a textIt's a solo episode for Perry today as the Beauty Brains travel schedule made it too difficult to record together. But we'll be back together next show. In the meantime, enjoy these answers to a variety of questions sent in including...1. Is Ethylhexylglycerin a suitable preservative?2. What are your thoughts about coenzyme Q10?3. Do hair thinning shampoos really help?4. What are the best ingredients for skin and hair?5. What do you make of this research article about paraben and phthalate exposure?6. Is it ok to make DIY natural deodorant?7. How do we learn the clinical data used to support the brand Germ Star One?8. Do home microcurrent devices work?9. Why do DHA products stink?10. What do you think of the brand Altruist?11. What is the difference between the baby version and normal Aquaphor?LinksThe only 4 ingredients proven to workAltruist skin careReduction of daily use of parabens and phthalatesPura d'or thinning shampooApproximate timestamps0:00 Intro01:45 Beauty questions - ethylhexylglycerin09:00 Thoughts on Coenzyme Q1016:25 - Hair thinning shampoos21:33 - Best ingredients for skin31:30 - Paraben and phthalate research38:40 - Making DIY natural deodorant44:50 - Germ Star one48:42 - Do microcurrent at home devices work51:57 - What do you think of Altruist53:35 - Why does DHA smell55:10 - Aquaphor57:40 - endingFive Ways to Ask a question -1. Send us a message through Patreon!2. You can record your question on your smart phone and email to thebeautybrains@gmail.com3. Send it to us via social media (see links below)4. Submit it through the following form - Ask a question5. Leave a voice mail message: 872-216-1856Social media accountson Instagram we're at thebeautybrains2018on Twitter, we're thebeautybrainsOn Bluesky we're at thebeautybrainsAnd we have a Facebook pageValerie's ingredient company - Simply IngredientsPerry's other website - Chemists CornerFollow the Porch Kitty Krew instagram accountSupport the show