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Here's what's covered on this week's episode:The fallout from SVB's closure.Different strategies founders can keep in mind when deciding on where to keep and invest their cash reserves, including bond laddering.With the banking system's current status, there has been a lot of crypto activity. Brett breaks it down.Startup Tip of the Week: how to navigate advisor relationshipsLinks:Links: Rho | Business finances made frictionless, Chelsea Capital, Janet Yellen's testimonyFollow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @brettpalatiello, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

In financial services, meaningful relationships matter. Clients want to work with advisors who share their values and understand their goals, are open and authentic about their purpose, and are committed to making a positive impact.  In this episode, Steve talks with Ben Walker, Vice President and Head of Global Client Service at Dimensional Fund Advisors. With over 16 years of experience serving a variety of roles at Dimensional, Ben has become the leading expert in creating meaningful relationships. Ben talks with Steve about the difference between going all-in in a relationship versus just having a great relationship. He also dives deeper into how to build trust and competence, which is critical in having a true all-in relationship, and why having purpose and wearing it on your sleeve is important.   Key Takeaways [01:31] - A look at Ben's professional history and what relationships mean to him. [05:34] - How Ben adapts every time he takes on a new role at Dimensional. [07:51] - How to build trust and competence in a relationship. [11:43] - How Dimensional establishes relationships with clients. [18:00] - When to talk about what you want versus what clients need to hear. [21:37] - The lessons Ben learned throughout his career. [30:32] - What sets a great advisor apart from others. [34:37] - How Ben keeps his energy levels high in the financial industry.   Quotes [04:09] - "Always try and understand the advisor's business, their background, what they're trying to accomplish, and how they work with clients. Getting that perspective gives you a good lens into what is valuable in building a good relationship with that firm or person and ultimately supporting their client experience." ~ Ben Walker [18:43] - "When you have a strong sense of purpose and you've thought through your advice model and your delivery of that, it's important to have conviction, wear that on your sleeve, and educate the client about what you think is the right solution and why. The growth of the RIA space is a testament to that model and that point of view." ~ Ben Walker [24:39] - "Advisors that stick to some service plan or predetermined schedule are not setting the relationship up to move from vendor to someone who's a truly admired advisor." ~ Ben Walker   Links  Ben Walker on LinkedIn Dimensional Fund Advisors Robert Merton Dave Butler   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

GHG Protocol is one of the most widely known and applied sustainability reporting frameworks. Even as ESG reporting continues to increase in prominence with proposed disclosures from the European Union as part of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), internationally by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), and in the United States by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the criticality of GHG Protocol is reinforced by its incorporation in each of these “big three” proposals.In light of this changing landscape, the GHG Protocol has undertaken a process to survey stakeholders and determine what updates are needed to its protocol, standards, and guidance. Heather Horn was joined by Marcin Olewinski, a PwC Trust Solutions partner, to unpack the key points of feedback contained in PwC's comment letter on the GHG Protocol's open consultation. Heather and Marcin both led PwC's global working group on developing our comments.In this episode, you'll hear discussion of:1:58 - The importance of governance of the GHG Protocol for long-term operability10:38 - Our view that measurement, recognition, and baseline disclosures should form the building blocks of the standards16:40 - Suggestions for structuring and organizing the standards for ease of use19:17 - Dealing with disparities in data quality and availability through transparent disclosures23:51 - The importance of aligning organizational boundaries, lease accounting, and other areas in the Protocol with financial reporting32:21 - Recommendations to improve Scope 2 reporting39:57 - Final perspectives on aligning GHG reporting with financial reportingInterested in the contents of our comment letter to the GHG protocol? Read it here.Marcin Olewinski is a partner in PwC's Trust Solutions practice, with over 20 years of experience bringing valued perspectives and insights to large clients in the energy sector. Additionally, he's focused extensively within PwC's National Office on greenhouse gas and sustainability reporting.Heather Horn is PwC's National Office thought leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting and financial reporting matters. She is the engaging host of PwC's accounting and reporting weekly podcast and quarterly webcast series. With over 30 years of experience, Heather's accounting and auditing expertise includes financial instruments and rate-regulated accounting.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com.

El 13F es un reporte trimestral que todas las firmas de inversión que controlan activos superiores a los US$100 millones deben enviar a la Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) con el fin de que exista transparencia con respecto a los movimientos de los inversionistas más grandes y poderosos. Para quienes los siguen, como los inversionistas individuales, este reporte puede dar luces con respecto a qué está sucediendo con el dinero controlado por inversionistas institucionales, conocido como “smart money”, y usar esta información para tomar decisiones de inversión. El pasado 14 de febrero, una de las empresas que reportó su 13F con corte al 31 de diciembre de 2022 fue Berkshire Hathaway, de Warren Buffett. ¿A qué empresas está destinando el dinero de los inversionistas esta firma? ¿Qué relación guarda su portafolio con el tuyo?

Investing in traditional assets like stocks, bonds, and mutual funds has long been a popular way for people to build wealth. However, as the financial landscape has evolved, investors increasingly seek new and alternative investment opportunities to diversify their portfolios and achieve higher returns.  In this episode, Steve talks with Peter Nakada, Chief Marketing Officer at Stone Ridge Asset Management. Peter is one of the ILS markets' consummate experts, with an eye for opportunity, an analytical skill set, and an understanding of the motivations that bring investors to an asset class. As someone who explains complicated quantitative things simply to all kinds of audiences, Peter likes to call himself the Chief Explaining Officer. As part of a firm dedicated to providing true alternative investment solutions, Peter talks with Steve about what alternatives are and how there's a difference between true alternatives and just alternatives. He also speaks about why it is important to seek more sources beyond stocks and bonds and what strategies and tactics can help people overcome the feeling of discomfort with alternative investing.   Key Takeaways [02:04] - How Stone Ridge serves investors and advisors. [03:52] - The key role Peter plays at Stone Ridge. [06:19] - The challenges of creating alternative funds. [09:15] - Overcoming the risks associated with stock and bond investments. [10:38] - One of the biggest challenges in investing in alternatives. [12:26] - The key to helping people overcome their discomfort with alternative investments. [20:39] - What distinguishes a good asset manager from the rest. [24:05] - The true nature of alternative investments. [28:48] - Why traditional alternatives have a checkered past. [33:24] - The red flags to look for when investing in alternatives. [39:08] - Peter's motivation for serving in the asset management industry.   Quotes [02:39] - "Investors generally have most of their money in stocks and bonds. While that's very traditional, it's quite risky. The chance of a big equity market downturn hurting investors and having them struggle through retirement is real." ~ Peter Nakada [09:15] - "People don't realize that an 80% down scenario is possible in the stock market, and if you suffer that at the wrong time, it would change your life." ~ Peter Nakada [10:56] - "The biggest challenge in getting advisors or their clients to invest in alternatives is that people generally follow the herd. So, if most people are in stocks and bonds and you decide to do something different, you feel uncomfortable and out on a limb." ~ Peter Nakada   Links  Peter Nakada on LinkedIn Stone Ridge Asset Management Morningstar   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

The chairman of the Commodities and Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has taken a firm stance against the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC)'s subtle power creep over the digital asset market. Rostin Behnam told the Senate Agriculture Committee on Wednesday that Ethereum, the second-largest cryptocurrency next to Bitcoin, is a commodity.Guest: James A. Murphy - Founder/PrincipalMetaLawMan ➜ https://www.metalawman.io/Twitter ➜ https://twitter.com/MetaLawMan~This episode is sponsored by Chart Prime~Chart Prime website ➜ https://bit.ly/3lZvR7M50% OFF! Crypto Power Index CPI & Mastermind Group - FLASH SALE ENDS March 12th! - USE CODE "23SPRING50" ➜ https://www.paulbarronnetwork.com/store

A panel of judges heard oral arguments in the Grayscale Investments suit against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) on March 7. This podcast dives into the history of GBTC, the SEC's reasoning for rejecting the spot-bitcoin ETF, Grayscale's argument against the SEC and an overview of what we heard during the oral arguments on March 7. We also cover what thought leaders in the industry expect the outcome to be, and why this application is so important to Grayscale. Sources: The United States Court of Appeals for the DC Circuit / YouTube Self-Regulatory Organizations; NYSE Arca, Inc.; Order Disapproving a Proposed Rule Change, as Modified by Amendment No. 1, to List and Trade Shares of Grayscale Bitcoin Trust under NYSE Arca Rule 8.201-E (Commodity-Based Trust Shares) / SEC GBTC discount narrows following arguments in Grayscale-SEC lawsuit / Yahoo Grayscale Appears To Win Opening Salvo in Bitcoin ETF Case vs SEC / Blockworks Judges Express Skepticism of SEC Arguments in Grayscale Bitcoin ETF Hearing / CoinDesk @JSeyff @NYCStein @xethalis Disclaimer: Jacob Robinson and his guests are not your lawyer. Nothing herein or mentioned on the Law of Code podcast should be construed as legal advice. The material published is intended for informational, educational, and entertainment purposes only. Please seek the advice of counsel, and do not apply any of the generalized material to your individual facts or circumstances without speaking to an attorney.

There are many possible outcomes if a federal court rules in Grayscale's favor in its lawsuit against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), said Craig Salm, Grayscale's chief legal officer. On Tuesday a panel of judges on the D.C. Circuit Court of Appeals in Washington, D.C., seemed to agree with Grayscale's argument. The court is expected to issue its ruling in the next three to 12 months. Will a Bitcoin ETF trigger the next bull-run?Guest: Greg Foss - Executive Director l Validus Power CorpFollow Greg on Twitter ➜ https://twitter.com/foss_sammy50% OFF! Crypto Power Index CPI & Mastermind Group - FLASH SALE ENDS March 12th! - USE CODE "23SPRING50" ➜ https://www.paulbarronnetwork.com/store

Tax season is upon us so we decided to bring on a guest from the Interplay ecosystem to help break down some must-knows for startups when navigating the process. The guest is Kate Kelly, CEO and Co-Founder of Chelsea Capital. Chelsea Capital is a financial services company, offering alternative financing, accounting, tax, and fractional CFO services. Kate shares some great tax season tips for startups.Here's what's covered during the other partner meeting segments:Mike and I discuss our current content intake and strategies for consuming news.Chris and I chat about the last round of Q4 earnings and how those earnings stacked up against estimates. We also chat about Foxconn's announcement to open up new plants in India and what that means for China.Links:Links: Chelsea CapitalFollow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

After 2022 brought proposed ESG disclosures from the EU as part of the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), internationally by the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB), and in the US by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), many companies began in earnest to mock up potential disclosures, understand gaps in information quality and availability, and establish work plans for creating consistent, reliable reporting. This month marks one year since the SEC's proposal was released, and we wanted to ask – how have companies been preparing over the past year, and what should they be doing for the next year as we move toward mandatory ESG reporting in many jurisdictions? Heather Horn was joined by Brigham McNaughton, a PwC ESG Services & Strategy partner, to unpack these questions and provide the latest updates on what companies can do now to be prepared for upcoming requirements.In this episode, you'll hear discussion of:1:54 - Where companies have focused their readiness efforts over the last twelve months8:09 - Dealing with estimation in greenhouse gas reporting14:28 - Disclosure controls and the importance of cross-functional teams21:31 - How companies are re-evaluating their governance, strategy, risks, targets, and goals as they prepare for the new disclosure requirements31:06 - Preparing for mandatory ESG reporting requirements in the European Union under the CSRD36:59 - How companies can work to build mature processes for reportingLooking for more information on getting ready for mandatory ESG reporting? Check out our publication, Preparing for tomorrow's rules today.Brigham McNaughton is a partner in PwC's ESG practice. He has served global clients in a range of industries including utilities, automotive, and financial services, advising on core ESG strategy development and stakeholder engagement. Brigham has also worked closely with the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board on a variety of reporting initiatives.Heather Horn is PwC's National Office thought leader, responsible for developing our communications strategy and conveying firm positions on accounting and financial reporting matters. She is the engaging host of PwC's accounting and reporting weekly podcast and quarterly webcast series. With over 30 years of experience, Heather's accounting and auditing expertise includes financial instruments and rate-regulated accounting.Transcripts available upon request for individuals who may need a disability-related accommodation. Please send requests to us_podcast@pwc.com.

This was a bad week for the SEC as major loses begin to pile up. Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple, took a swipe at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a tweet today, reacting to recent setbacks the agency has taken since Monday. The SEC has suffered three setbacks in court this week.~This episode is sponsored by Kraken~Kraken website ➜ https://bit.ly/KrakenPBN

On February 21, 2023, the United States Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC) released a statement announcing that they would be charging the investment wing of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints (ope that's the Mormons) for essentially being super dishonest with money under a non-profit wing of the church called Ensign Peak. I briefly break down (to my understanding) how the Mormon church broke the law and what the SEC's "punishment" to the church was. While this certainly isn't the first time that the Mormon Church has done something sketchy or dishonest (nor will it be the last), I talk about why I don't think this particular instance will have a direct affect on church membership retention. I share one example of experiencing maaaaajor cognitive dissonance as a Mormon and why I still stayed devout, even when something felt "off."Lastly, I pull an affirmation card from Spirit Junkie by Gabrielle Bernstein (snag your own deck here: Spirit Junkie)Read the press release from the SEC here.Enjoy & stay rad! - Charisse**Listener discretion is advised due to adult language and potential religious trauma triggers.Find all my links here.The Existential Ginger podcast is executive produced by White Horse Media Group, LLC.

Host Gregg N. Sofer is joined by Salvador Hernandez, former senior FBI official and private-sector compliance officer and current senior compliance and ethics advisor at Husch Blackwell, to discuss the recent U.S. Department of Justice settlement involving Danske Bank A/S. The settlement resolved a DOJ investigation concerning instances of bank fraud that allowed Danske Bank to move billions of dollars through the U.S. financial system from high-risk accounts for non-resident customers of the bank's Estonia-based branch. Danske Bank also settled charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in a parallel proceeding for violations of U.S. securities laws.As part of the settlement, Danske Bank pled guilty to conspiracy to commit bank fraud and agreed to forfeit $2.06 billion. In a notable development, the settlement also involved a first-of-its-kind provision whereby Danske Bank agreed to “implement evaluation criteria related to compliance in its executive review and bonus system so that each Bank executive is evaluated on what the executive has done to ensure that the executive's business or department is in compliance with the Compliance Programs and applicable laws and regulations.”Our discussion will explore how the Danske Bank settlement breaks new ground by targeting executive compensation in the context of compliance program failures. Gregg N. Sofer BiographyGregg counsels businesses and individuals in connection with a range of criminal, civil and regulatory matters, including government investigations, internal investigations, litigation, export control, sanctions, trade secrets and regulatory compliance. Prior to entering private practice, Gregg served as the United States Attorney for the Western District of Texas—one of the largest and busiest United States Attorney's Offices in the country—where he supervised more than 300 employees handling a diverse caseload, including matters involving complex white-collar crime, contract fraud, national security, cyber crimes, public corruption, money laundering, export violations, trade secrets, tax, large-scale drug and human trafficking, immigration, child exploitation and violent crime.Salvador Hernandez BiographySal collaborates closely with attorney teams and clients to strategize at all stages of investigative and compliance program work. He has experience building compliance structures for clients and is equally adept at program review, risk assessment, crisis response and mitigation.Prior to coming to Husch Blackwell, Sal spent 25 years at the Federal Bureau of Investigation, where he rose through the ranks, via numerous assignments, from Special Agent to executive-level positions at FBI Headquarters in Washington, DC, the U.S. Embassy in Mexico City, and the FBI's Los Angeles Field Office. At FBI Headquarters, as Deputy Assistant Director in the Criminal Investigative Division, he had oversight responsibility for the FBI's Financial Crimes and Public Corruption Programs. In Los Angeles, he held the title of Assistant Director and served as the office's chief executive, with responsibility for the work of more than 1,300 FBI employees charged with carrying out the FBI's criminal, counterterrorism and national foreign-intelligence responsibilities in Southern California. Sal followed his FBI career with a career in the private sector where, first as Security Director, and then as Vice President of Compliance and Ethics, he expanded the security and investigations programs and established and led the legal and regulatory compliance efforts at Enterprise Holdings, Inc., the world's largest vehicle rental, leasing, and sales company.Additional ResourcesU.S. Department of Justice, press release, “Deputy Attorney General Lisa O. Monaco Delivers Remarks on Corporate Criminal Enforcement,” September 15, 2022U.S. Department of Justice, press release, “Danske Bank Pleads Guilty to Fraud on U.S. Banks in Multi-Billion Dollar Scheme to Access the U.S. Financial System,” December 13, 2022U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, press release, “SEC Charges Danske Bank with Fraud for Misleading Investors about Its Anti-Money Laundering Compliance Failures in Estonia,” December 13, 2022Wall Street Journal, “Danske Bank to Pay $2 Billion to Resolve Estonia Money-Laundering Probes,” December 13, 2022Reuters, “Danske Bank pleads guilty to resolve long-running Estonia money-laundering probe,” December 13, 2022Danske Bank, Company Announcement No. 18/2022, “Danske Bank reaches coordinated resolutions with the US and Danish authorities regarding the Estonia matter,” December 13, 2022

Here's what's covered on this week's pod:Tesla's recall.Predictions on when self-driving cars will be the norm.The process of the tech innovation cycle for sectors and industries.Startup Tip of the Week: The Importance of Customer SupportBrett is back with a state of crypto and blockchain update, including an update on the SEC's stance on staking.Spy balloon madness and US China relations.Links:Links: Staking-as-a-Service | Office Hours with Gary Gensler, Follow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @Mikeyjrog, @brettpalatielloPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

In the fast-paced and highly competitive business world, success is often determined by one's ability to grow and adapt to new market trends and demands. For many entrepreneurs and business owners, this growth can be challenging to achieve on their own. What are key strategies and tactics that can help businesses grow and succeed? In this episode, Steve talks with Susan Foard, President and Chief Compliance Officer of Pugh Wealth Management. Susan has been in public accounting since 1986 and specializes in consulting, tax planning, and tax preparation services for closely-held businesses, individuals, estates, and trusts. She often speaks for seminars and presentations on leadership, strategic business relationships, and various technical topics within her tax specializations. A CPA with 37 years of experience and expertise in tax, Susan shares her story of launching a wealth management firm while serving as the president of a long-standing CPA firm. She also speaks about how she leads through transition and business growth, her approach to propelling change within the firm, and the power of shadowing other firms to learn new ways of approaching the client experience and maximizing business growth.   Key Takeaways [03:21] - What motivated Susan to build Pugh Wealth Management. [07:17] - The risks Susan faced when she launched Pugh Wealth Management. [10:51] - Why Susan chose to specialize in tax planning. [14:18] - How Susan balances her time between serving clients and running her business. [20:39] - How Susan grew her wealth management firm. [26:39] - What Susan looks for in a wealth manager. [31:10] - What Susan thinks about retirement plans for businesses. [38:13] - Susan's approach to building a strategic plan.   Quotes [16:04] - "The biggest things that have helped us grow our wealth management firm are having others involved with the wealth management practice, hiring new staff, and educating our partners and other team members." ~ Susan Foard [30:44] - "Clients need a good partner to help them make wise decisions. They need someone they know and trust to help them with financial planning, tax planning, and estate planning. We want to be more of a holistic approach to help them, but mostly to sit down and understand what they need." ~ Susan Foard [41:11] - "One of the things we learned by shadowing is that we understand more about the Design | Build | Protect program with Buckingham and began using the life cards. It allows us to have a much deeper knowledge of our client's goals and help them more." ~ Susan Foard   Links  Susan Foard on LinkedIn Pugh Wealth Management Pugh CPAs Charles Schwab MoneyGuidePro Alexander Vetrano Christi Fightmaster Ascendant Compliance Manager   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

Rumors began circulating after a Fox twitter journalist and Coinbase CEO tweeted about potential big announcement coming from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Rumors suggest a ban on crypto staking services for institutions and regular investors.~This Episode is Sponsored By Ledger~Ledger Website ➜ https://shop.ledger.com/?r=9e9e0aec8aad

The United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued a wells notice to Paxos, alleging that BUSD is unregistered security. On the same day, the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS) ordered Paxos to halt the issuance of BUSD. Members of the community were confused and argued that people buying the stablecoin were not expecting it to go up in value. Rumors also suggest SEC attacks may not be cooling down anytime soon.~This Episode is Sponsored By Ledger~Ledger Website ➜ https://shop.ledger.com/?r=9e9e0aec8aad

The most valuable crypto stories for Friday, Feb. 17, 2023. Binance Holdings, the world's largest crypto exchange by volume, is considering severing its ties with U.S. business partners amid heightened scrutiny from regulators, according to Bloomberg. Separately, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released a 55-page document detailing various charges of fraud against Do Kwon and Terraform Labs, alleging Kwon and others “engaged in a scheme to deceive and mislead investors … in the U.S. and abroad.” The Hash hosts share their insights on these top stories of the day.See also:Binance Considers Severing US Ties in Face of Crypto Crackdown: BloombergTrader Front-Runs Gains Network's Listing on Crypto Exchange Binance to Profit $100K4 Huge Revelations in the SEC's Charges Against Do Kwon and Terraform LabsSEC Sues Terraform Labs, Do Kwon for Misleading Investors on TerraUSD Stablecoin-This episode has been edited by Ryan Huntington. The senior producer is Michele Musso and the executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”-Are you building the next big thing in Web3? Apply to pitch your project live on stage at the CoinDesk Pitchfest Powered by Google Cloud at Consensus, the industry's most influential event happening April 26-28 in Austin, Texas. Apply by March 31 for a chance to be among the twelve finalists selected to pitch. Visit consensus.coindesk.com/pitchfest for more information.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Here's what's covered on this week's pod:Startup Tip of the Week: How startups land partnerships Part 2Messy corporate earnings resultsIs the January bump in the economy the start of a trend?A lack of mega roundsThe aftermath of January's job dataLinks:Links: Explained Season 2 Episode 3 “Animal Intelligence”Follow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

In 2013, soon after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) had started a massive whistleblowing program with the potential for large monetary rewards, two employees of a U.S. bank's asset management business debated whether to blow the whistle on their employer after completing an internal review that revealed undisclosed conflicts of interest. Should they escalate the issue internally or report their findings to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission? Harvard Business School associate professor Jonas Heese discusses the potential risks and rewards of whistleblowing.

The most valuable crypto stories for Tuesday, Feb. 14, 2023. "The Hash" squad weighs in on today's top stories, including Binance's Chief Executive Officer Changpeng “CZ” Zhao distancing himself from the Binance-branded stablecoin BUSD after regulatory action caused minting to cease. Plus, Bloomberg reports the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) plans to propose rule changes that would make it harder for hedge funds, private equity firms and pension funds to work with crypto firms.See also: ​​Binance Hires Former Gemini-Exec as Chief Compliance Officer: BloombergStablecoin Issuer Paxos Burns $700M Binance USD in 27 Hours Amid Regulatory PressureSEC to Make It Harder for Hedge Funds to Work With Crypto Firms: BloombergThis episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The latest episode of The Cyberlaw Podcast gets a bit carried away with the China spy balloon saga. Guest host Brian Fleming, along with guests Gus Hurwitz, Nate Jones, and Paul Rosenzweig, share insights (and bad puns) about the latest reporting on the electronic surveillance capabilities of the first downed balloon, the Biden administration's “shoot first, ask questions later” response to the latest “flying objects,” and whether we should all spend more time worrying about China's hackers and satellites. Gus then shares a few thoughts on the State of the Union address and the brief but pointed calls for antitrust and data privacy reform. Sticking with big tech and antitrust, Gus recaps a significant recent loss for the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) and discusses what may be on the horizon for FTC enforcement later this year. Pivoting back to China, Nate and Paul discuss the latest reporting on a forthcoming (at some point) executive order intended to limit and track U.S. outbound investment in certain key aspects of China's tech sector. They also ponder how industry may continue its efforts to narrow the scope of the restrictions and whether Congress will get involved. Sticking with Congress, Paul takes the opportunity to explain the key takeaways from the not-so-bombshell House Oversight Committee hearing featuring former Twitter executives. Gus next describes his favorite ChatGPT jailbreaks and a costly mistake for an artificial intelligence (AI) chatbot competitor during a demo. Paul recommends a fascinating interview with Sinbad.io, the new Bitcoin mixer of choice for North Korean hackers, and reflects on the substantial portion of the Democratic People's Republic of Korea's gross domestic product attributable to ransomware attacks. Finally, Gus questions whether AI-generated “Nothing, Forever” will need to change its name after becoming sentient and channeling Dave Chapelle. To wrap things up in the week's quick hits, Gus briefly highlights where things stand with Chip Wars: Japan edition and Brian covers coordinated U.S./UK sanctions against the Trickbot cybercrime group, confirmation that Twitter's sale will not be investigated by the Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), and the latest on Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) v. Covington.     Download 442nd Episode (mp3)  You can subscribe to The Cyberlaw Podcast using iTunes, Google Play, Spotify, Pocket Casts, or our RSS feed. As always, The Cyberlaw Podcast is open to feedback. Be sure to engage with @stewartbaker on Twitter. Send your questions, comments, and suggestions for topics or interviewees to CyberlawPodcast@steptoe.com. Remember: If your suggested guest appears on the show, we will send you a highly coveted Cyberlaw Podcast mug! The views expressed in this podcast are those of the speakers and do not reflect the opinions of their institutions, clients, friends, families, or pets.

The most valuable crypto stories for Thursday, Feb. 8, 2023. "The Hash" squad discusses today's top stories, including bitcoin exchange LocalBitcoins gearing up to close this month. This comes as Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says he's heard rumors the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) would like to ban retail investors from engaging in cryptocurrency staking, the income-generating technique at the core of running proof of stake blockchains including Ethereum. Plus, Tether, the issuer of the world's largest stablecoin, reported a $700 million fourth-quarter profit.See also: ​​Bitcoin Exchange LocalBitcoins to Close, Citing Market ConditionsCoinbase's CEO Cites 'Rumors' the SEC May Ban Crypto Staking for Retail CustomersStablecoin Issuer Tether Reports $700M Profit, Complete Exit From Commercial Paper-This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's Guests are Richard Watson and Stuart Bridges of Inigo This podcast is a really enjoyable encounter wholly because of the unexpected way these two executives decided to conduct themselves. In the build up to an interview like this I usually circulate some sample questions beforehand. This is to get the subjects comfortable and to be able gather their best thoughts before we start recording. But the night before this recording Richard emailed me suggesting that we ditch my list of questions and that he and Stuart should interview me instead. A bit of broking later and we ended up with elements of both ideas. I hope you enjoy it. Listening back it's definitely something different. But then no-one in the 153 Episodes preceding this interview has ever suggested we do any like this. I think what follows is a great advert for the business Richard, Stuart and their teams are building. The two are different, they're original and they're free thinkers who are happy to share their ideas and quite a lot of their own unique personalities. They're clearly also having the time of their lives running a business that is looking to underwrite in excess of 1.2 billion dollars of premium in its third year, which is, perhaps unsurprisingly, ahead of the original plan. NOTES: Richard speaks first. The abbreviations 10-Q and 10-K are respectively a US-listed company's quarterly and annual results, as filed to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). The figures and letters refer to the statutory forms the companies have to use. LINKS We thank our naming sponsor AdvantageGo: https://www.advantagego.com/ And our advertiser Bolton Associates: https://www.bolton-associates.co.uk/

On this week's episode I interview Tomer Biger (Co-Founder & CEO of Noble) about his company and the embedded finance space they operate in + we cover the following topics:Startup Tip of the Week: The power of partnerships and how to choose the right/best partnersSurprise January jobs data and what it means for the US economyThe FED's latest actionsUS China relationsQ1 corporate tech earningsLinks:Guest Links: NobleFollow us on Twitter: @BeNobleHQ, @mpd, @interplay, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

As a financial advisor, it is essential to ensure that clients make informed investment decisions that secure their financial futures. However, client behavior, emotions, and biases can often get in the way. These factors can cloud judgment and impact the ability to make smart investment choices.  In this episode, Steve talks with Dr. Daniel Crosby, Chief Behavioral Officer at Orion. Daniel is a psychologist, behavioral finance expert, and asset manager who applies his study of market psychology to everything from financial product design to security selection. He is co-author of the New York Times bestseller Personal Benchmark: Integrating Behavioral Finance and Investment Management and founder of Nocturne Capital. Daniel was named one of the "12 Thinkers to Watch" by Monster.com, a "Financial Blogger You Should Be Reading" by AARP, and in the "Top 40 Under 40" by Investment News. A psychologist and behavioral finance expert who helps organizations understand the intersection of mind and markets, Daniel talks with Steve about behavioral management, the framework for helping clients make better investment decisions, and how advisors can differentiate themselves from their peers.   Key Takeaways [02:28] - How Daniel got to where he is today. [06:14] - How Daniel simplifies psychology into a practical, solution-focused approach. [09:07] - What a typical week looks like for Daniel. [16:02] - How advisors can learn behavior management. [21:28] - What Daniel thinks about advisors showing vulnerability to clients. [24:17] - How to determine whether a client is on board with an advisor. [27:04] - Why clients fail to implement a financial plan. [30:14] - The framework for helping clients make better investment decisions. [35:07] - How advisors can differentiate themselves from their peers. [40:02] - Daniel's biggest 'aha' moment in his career.   Quotes [18:55] - "The number one reason people fail to seek an advisor is the fear of being judged." ~ Dr. Daniel Crosby [20:33] - "Looking at behavioral finance as a mirror of your own behavior, doing your own work, putting yourself in situations where you're a rung down on the power ladder, and getting feedback are powerful ways to learn behavioral skills." ~ Dr. Daniel Crosby [38:52] - "People don't want wealth management. They want happiness, and they want freedom and time with family. Help them understand how you're going to get that." ~ Dr. Daniel Crosby   Links  Dr. Daniel Crosby on LinkedIn Dr. Daniel Crosby on Twitter Standard Deviations Podcast The Behavioral Investor Eric Clarke Predictably Irrational Morningstar   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

Here's what we cover during this week's Partner Meeting segments:The current state of Series A valuationsThrive Capital sells stake and the institutionalization of venture capitalCurrent state of inflationData is showing how households are finally starting to conserve capital by spending less and saving more as they plan for a downturn What it means when labor participation goes upStrength of USD and what that might mean for US startups selling to cash rich countries Startup Tip of the Week: B2B pricing strategiesLinks:Books: Fall in Love with the Problem Not the Solution by Uri LevineFollow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

Alternatives can be great investments, but you must generally be a strong candidate for them. In this week's episode of the Grow Money Business podcast, Grant discusses what alternative investments are, why they are good, and what you have to look out for.   [02.08] Alternative investments – Starting the conversation, Grant defines alternative investments with examples.   [09.02] Benefits – Grant explains the benefits from the managers' perspective if you are going to develop land investments.   [12.14] For and against – Grant contrasts the alternative investment offerings that are considered good and not good.   [23.05] Regulation D Offering – A rule set by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) governing private placement exemptions, which permits businesses to raise money through the sale of stock or debt securities without registering those securities with the SEC.  [26.06] Legitimacy – Grant shares the reasons behind ensuring the legitimacy of the people you choose when buying a traditional investment.  Resources   GMB Ep #154: The Small Business Owner's Financial Order of Operations –   abovethecanopy.us/small-business-owners-financial-order-of-operations/   Blackstone - blackstone.com/  

Fear can be a powerful emotion that can cripple an investor's ability to make sound investment decisions. Whether it's fear of losing money, fear of missing out on potential gains, or fear of messing up, this emotion can lead to indecision and inaction in the market. How can investors overcome their fear of making investment decisions? In this episode, Steve talks with Matt Dixon, Founding Partner of DCM Insights. He is also a Wall Street Journal bestselling co-author of The Challenger Sale, The Effortless Experience, The Challenger Customer, and The JOLT Effect. Matt previously served as the Chief Product & Research Officer of Tethr and spent time as a Senior Partner and the Global Head of Sales Force Effectiveness Solutions at Korn Ferry Hay Group. A speaker and advisor to corporate leadership teams in sales effectiveness and customer experience, Matt talks with Steve about his 'aha' moments in sales, the investor's fears when making investment decisions, and how advisors can help clients overcome these fears.   Key Takeaways [03:24] - Matt's biggest 'aha' moment in sales. [10:47] - How people decide what to invest in or do business with. [15:17] - How advisors can build extraordinary businesses by doing the ordinary. [19:29] - Why clients rarely mention the positive experiences they have with advisors. [21:35] - The three fears investors have. [27:44] - How advisors can help clients overcome their fear of making a choice. [34:47] - Matt's approach to helping clients overcome their fear of choice. [40:03] - Why advisors should limit the use of outside experts. [44:18] - How highly effective people manage their time. [49:06] - What motivates Matt to write books.   Quotes [06:57] - "As wealth managers and advisors, we need to shift from being bartenders to personal trainers with our clients. Don't just be there to react, respond, take orders, and do whatever your client wants." ~ Matt Dixon [07:10] - "As wealth managers and advisors, you earn your client's business, keep clients investing with you, and recommend you to their friends, neighbors, and colleagues because you teach them things they need to learn about attaining their objectives and outcomes." ~ Matt Dixon [1148] - "Dialing up the FOMO (fear of missing out) isn't a great technique for moving people forward. Clients are concerned about the FOMU (the fear of messing up). They're less concerned about missing out on a golden opportunity. They're concerned about making a decision that doesn't pan out and having it reflect poorly upon them." ~ Matt Dixon   Links  Matt Dixon on LinkedIn Matt Dixon on Twitter DCM Insights The Challenger Sale The Effortless Experience The Challenger Customer The JOLT Effect The Paradox of Choice Gartner   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

The Cyberlaw Podcast kicks off 2023 by staring directly into the sun(set) of Section 702 authorization. The entire panel, including guest host Brian Fleming and guests Michael Ellis  and David Kris, debates where things could be headed this year as the clock is officially ticking on FISA Section 702 reauthorization. Although there is agreement that a straight reauthorization is unlikely in today's political environment, the ultimate landing spot for Section 702 is very much in doubt and a “game of chicken” will likely precede any potential deal. Everything seems to be in play, as this reauthorization battle could result in meaningful reform or a complete car crash come this time next year. Sticking with Congress, Michael also reacts to President Biden's recent bipartisan call to action regarding “Big Tech” and ponders where Republicans and Democrats could potentially find agreement on an issue everyone seems to agree on (for very different reasons). The panel also discusses the timing of President Biden's OpEd in the Wall Street Journal and debates whether it is intended as a challenge to the Republican-controlled House to act rather than simply increase oversight on the tech industry.  David then introduces a fascinating story about the bold recent action by the Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) to bring suit against Covington & Burling LLP to enforce an administrative subpoena seeking disclosure of the firm's clients implicated in a 2020 cyberattack by Chinese state-sponsored group, Hafnium. David posits that the SEC knows exactly what it is doing by taking such aggressive action in the face of strong resistance, and the panel discusses whether the SEC may have already won by attempting to protect its burgeoning piece of turf in the U.S. government cybersecurity enforcement landscape. Brian then turns to the crypto regulatory and enforcement space to discuss Coinbase's recent settlement with New York's Department of Financial Services. Rather than signal another crack in the foundation of the once high-flying crypto industry, Brian offers that this may just be routine growing pains for a maturing industry that is more like the traditional banking sector, from a regulatory and compliance standpoint, than it may have wanted to believe. Then, in the China portion of the episode, Michael discusses the latest news on the establishment of reverse Committee on Foreign Investment in the United States (CFIUS), and suggests it may still be some time before this tool gets finalized (even as the substantive scope appears to be shrinking). Next, Brian discusses a recent D.C. Circuit decision which upheld the Federal Communication Commission's decision to rescind the license of China Telecom at the recommendation of the executive branch agencies known as Team Telecom (Department of Justice, Department of Defense, and Department of Homeland Security). This important, first-of-its-kind decision reinforces the role of Team Telecom as an important national security gatekeeper for U.S. telecommunications infrastructure. Finally, David highlights an interesting recent story about an FBI search of an apparent Chinese police outpost in New York and ponders what it would mean to negotiate with and be educated by undeclared Chinese law enforcement agents in a foreign country. In a few updates and quick hits: Brian updates listeners on the U.S. government's continuing efforts to win multilateral support from key allies for tough new semiconductor export controls targeting China. Michael picks up the thread on the Twitter Files release and offers his quick take on what it says about ReleaseTheMemo.   And, last but not least, Brian discusses the unsurprising (according the Stewart) decision by the Supreme Court of the United States to allow WhatsApp's spyware suit against NSO Group to continue.  

As the old saying goes, it's not what you know but who you know. That is especially true in business, where connections and relationships are key to success. Creating professional partnerships is essential to both individual and organizational success. These relationships provide networking, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and more opportunities.  In this episode, Steve talks with Skip Briggs, Partner & Wealth Advisor at Briggs Advisory Group. With over 30 years of extensive tax and wealth advisory experience, Skip ensures the design and implementation of tax-optimized, goal-focused, planning-driven wealth management solutions meet each client's unique needs. At Briggs Advisory Group, Skip focuses on working with people approaching retirement to help them organize and develop plans as they enter the retirement transition process. As a former practicing CPA turned wealth manager, Skip talks about how he embodies the behaviors and traits of a successful relationship. He shares what it takes to work with other professionals, how those relationships can be so rewarding, and why protecting the other professional's reputation is critical to the relationship.   Key Takeaways [02:12] - Briggs Advisory Group: who they are and what they do. [06:00] - The types of clients Skip works with the most. [09:12] - Why Skip founded Briggs Advisory Group. [11:28] - What inspired Skip to get into wealth management. [14:00] - How Skip defines financial planning and wealth management. [16:59] - Skip's approach to helping clients find what they truly need. [19:56] - The reason Skip partners with Buckingham Strategic Wealth. [21:54] - What Skip's relationship with other professionals looks like. [25:41] - Why having relationships with other professionals can be rewarding. [30:59] - How Skip overcomes the risks of gaining clients through referrals. [33:39] - Why Briggs Advisory Group is the primary referee among solicitors. [39:02] - Skip's secret sauce for managing a large client base.   Quotes [20:36] - "We wanted to be free to make what we believed were the right decisions for our clients. And being our own RIA and having a support team like Buckingham gave us the flexibility to do what we thought was right for our clients." ~ Skip Briggs [23:42] - "Each relationship is a little different, but we treat them as partners and are uber-sensitive to what's going on in that relationship." ~ Skip Briggs [39:19] - "If we say we serve our clients as no one else will, we're doing things for the client no one else will. And that means people and time." ~ Skip Briggs   Links  Skip Briggs on LinkedIn Briggs Advisory Group Briggs Advisory Group on Twitter Christopher Ricci   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

Welcome to another episode of SCOUT. We've produced this podcast series to give clients and friends a view into SouthernSun's investment process. If you enjoyed a few celebratory spirits and craft cocktails over the holiday season, we think you're sure to like this SCOUT episode. Today we bring you the story of MGP Ingredients – your favorite company that you've never heard of...until now. MGP might not be a household name, but perhaps you know of some of its popular whiskey and tequila brands, such as George Remus Bourbon and El Mayor Tequila. But, it's not just spirits for MGP. The company is also a leading supplier of plant-based food products in the B2B sector. As CEO Dave Colo says, “MGP was plant-based before plant-based was cool.”      Important Disclosures: This information is confidential, may not be reproduced or circulated in whole or in part, and is intended for institutional clients, qualified institutional buyers, professional investors or professional clients. Any transmittal of this information to individual clients, without the prior written consent of SouthernSun, is strictly prohibited. Past performance is not indicative of future results, which may vary. The information contained herein may be estimates, are as of the dates indicated, and are subject to change without notice. The information contained herein does not constitute an offer, solicitation or recommendation of any transaction in any securities referred to herein. Holdings are subject to change and should not be construed as investment advice.  References to exited positions indicates that the position has been fully liquidated from the portfolio by SouthernSun except in instances, if applicable, where a client has instructed us otherwise. Statements received directly from the account custodian should be regarded as the official record for a client's account.  This information is being furnished to you for informational purposes only and should not be solely relied upon when making an investment decision. Any performance composite data utilized herein is used for illustrative purposes only and may not be inclusive of your account or reflective of the performance specific to your account. Performance data provided herein reflects the reinvestment of dividends and other earnings. All information has been obtained from sources believed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness are not guaranteed. This information is confidential, may not be reproduced or circulated in whole or in part, and is intended for institutional clients, qualified institutional buyers, professional investors or professional clients.  Any transmittal of this information to individual clients, without the prior written consent of SouthernSun, is strictly prohibited. Regulatory Disclosures: This material is provided for informational purposes only and is only directed at persons who may lawfully receive it.  You should satisfy yourself that you are lawfully permitted to receive this.  This material is not intended to be relied upon as a forecast or research and is not a recommendation, offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or to adopt any investment strategy nor is it investment advice.  Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future performance. SouthernSun Asset Management, LLC is registered with the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) as an investment adviser. SouthernSun Asset Management (UK) Ltd., a subsidiary of SouthernSunAsset Management LLC, is a UK domiciled limited company that is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority.     © 2023 SouthernSun Asset Management, LLC. All Rights Reserved.

The process of succession planning is difficult enough, but the transition from gen one to gen two of managing an advisory business can be even more challenging. Having different values, goals, and priorities, how can the two generations of advisors make the transition successful? In this episode, Steve talks with Aaron Terwedo, Vice President of Financial Planning at TFS Advisors. After completing his military career, Aaron wanted his civilian life to reflect one of his deeply held values - serving and helping others. He intended to work with Terwedo Financial Services while he worked his way through his law enforcement program, but spending time with clients has led him to find a different way to make an impact. As a gen two advisor, Aaron talks with Steve about the challenges he had to overcome in transitioning from his gen one father, the three main principles that are important to both gen one and gen two advisors, and the importance of agreement on principles to find common ground and consistency from one generation to the next.   Key Takeaways [02:01] - What TFS Advisors is and how it serves its clients. [04:56] - How Aaron got started at TFS Advisors. [08:29] - How Aaron bridged the generational gap in managing the business. [12:04] - How Aaron overcame the challenges of transitioning into the family business. [17:26] - The core principles of managing a family business. [19:57] - What TFS Advisors' client service model looks like. [23:03] - Aaron's future plans for the company. [26:30] - How Aaron defines financial planning. [31:51] - What Aaron wished he had done earlier in his business career. [34:08] - How Aaron spends his week working on the business.   Quotes [10:50] - "Finance is just one aspect of retirement. Many of the issues that people are struggling with, especially today, are the emotions of retirement. Approximately 50% of retirees go into depression. That is one of the gaps that we could help fill." ~ Aaron Terwedo [27:50] - "Getting clients comfortable enough to share things they don't share with many people is very important in financial planning. The more we know about our clients, the better we can serve them." ~ Aaron Terwedo [29:45] - "A lot of times, financial planning is thought of as the numbers. What impact does it have on the future if you make that decision? But if we never get to that future, it will never matter."~ Aaron Terwedo   Links  Aaron Terwedo on LinkedIn TFS Advisors Dale Terwedo Boeing   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners  on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

With another year almost in the books, we take a look back at some of the notable events and lessons learned in 2022 + discuss our predictions for 2023 and suggest ways founders can navigate the near future.Show Links:Follow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @brettpalatiello, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

Here's what we cover during this week's Partner Meeting segments:Open AI's ChatGPT and what it means for tech + societyStartup Tip of the Week: Co-Founder relationship managementUS domestic economic data China's updated Covid policyRussian oil price cap and whether or not it will workShow Links:Follow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @brettpalatiello, @MikeyjrogPodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

This episode is sponsored by Bitstamp and the Galaxy Brains Podcast.The most valuable crypto stories for Monday, Dec. 12, 2022."The Hash" hosts discuss a report from Bloomberg that former Alameda CEO Caroline Ellison recently hired Stephanie Avakian and law firm WilmerHale. Avakian is a former enforcement division chief at the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) who worked on several high-profile cases against figures like Elizabeth Holmes and Elon Musk. Plus, Cathie Wood's Ark Investment Management said in an email it bought 78,982 shares in cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN), its first investment in the crypto exchange in a month.See also:10 Questions for FTX CEO John J. Ray III From a Securities LawyerSEC Strikes Back in Grayscale Suit Over GBTC ETF ConversionArk Invest Adds Coinbase Stock as Crypto Exchange's Price SlidesFirst Mover Americas: Cathie Wood's Ark Buys More COIN; Do Kwon is in Serbia-This episode has been edited by Michele Musso. Our executive producer is Jared Schwartz. Our theme song is “Neon Beach.”-Bitstamp is the longest-running crypto exchange and was recently rated #1 in the world by CryptoCompare. Regulation, transparency, and security are pillars that ensure customers' funds are safe; it's the Bitstamp way. Learn more about how your crypto is always yours at bitstamp.net.-Galaxy Brains: Whether it's breaking down market volatility or analyzing the latest development, come for the latest market insights from our in-house trading professionals and renowned experts from across the industry. Stay for the occasional rap from host Alex Thorn. Check out the latest episodes here: https://www.galaxy.com/research/podcasts/galaxy-brains/?utm_source=Hash&utm_medium=podcast&utm_id=CoinDeskSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When most people think about their financial future, their first thoughts are about numbers and investments. However, financial planning is about so much more than just money. It's about living with your core values and purpose and making choices and decisions that align with your goals, ethics, and beliefs. In this episode, Steve talks with Nathan Fulks and Samuel Dye, Managing Partners and Stewardship Coaches at Family Wealth Partners. In their roles, Nathan and Samuel serve individuals, families, and business owners through comprehensive, values-based financial planning. At Family Wealth Partners, they call themselves Stewardship Coaches instead of Financial Advisors to demonstrate that the role they play goes beyond simply financial decisions. As the second-generation owners of Family Wealth Partners, Nathan and Samuel talk with Steve about their team structure and how important it is for the founding partner to bring and help them pass the trust of the clients and the entire team. As young advisors, they also speak about why they call themselves stewardship coaches instead of financial advisors and the importance of finding your style in engaging clients and resisting the temptation of trying to be like someone else.   Key Takeaways [01:29] - What Family Wealth Partners looks like. [03:33] - What brought Samuel and Nathan to Family Wealth Partners. [05:41] - How Samuel and Nathan have helped Family Wealth Partners grow. [07:52] - Why Samuel and Nathan call themselves stewardship coaches. [11:04] - Samuel and Nathan's discovery process for getting to know their clients. [16:06] - How Samuel and Nathan gain clients' trust to communicate openly. [21:14] - Samuel and Nathan's most common conversations with clients. [24:29] - The challenges Nathan and Samuel face at the beginning of their careers. [30:58] - What Nathan and Samuel consider most important in client relationships. [37:33] - How Nathan and Samuel balance their roles as business owners and stewardship coaches. [40:24] - How Nathan and Samuel invest in their personal development.   Quotes [17:12] - "Every stewardship coach can put their spin on things, and it's based on their personality. It came down to building up the level of confidence we needed through the experience we were able to sit through and then figure out how to make it our own." ~ Samuel Dye [20:49] - "Trust is hard to build. So the more involved you are from square one with a client, the better the relationship will be." ~ Nathan Fulks [21:40] - "One thing that people have a challenge with when they think of transitioning from working and creating a paycheck to the next season of their life is how they recreate income and being thoughtful around their legacy." ~ Samuel Dye   Links  Nathan Fulks on LinkedIn Samuel Dye on LinkedIn Family Wealth Partners Liberty University Kingdom Advisors   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners  on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

On November 7, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court heard oral argument in Michelle Cochran v. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In April 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) brought an enforcement action against Michelle Cochran, a certified public accountant, alleging that she had failed to comply with federal auditing standards. A SEC administrative law judge (ALJ) determined Cochran had violated federal law, fined her $22,500, and banned her from practicing before the SEC for five years. The SEC adopted the ALJ's decision, and Cochran objected.Before the SEC could rule on Cochran's objection, the Supreme Court decided Lucia v. SEC, in which it held that SEC ALJs are officers of the United States under the Appointments Clause, who must be appointed by the President, a court of law, or a department head. In response to the Lucia ruling, the SEC remanded all pending administrative cases for new proceedings before constitutionally appointed ALJs, including Cochran's. Cochran filed a federal lawsuit arguing that while Lucia may have addressed one constitutional issue with ALJs, it left uncorrected another problem: because SEC ALJs enjoy multiple layers of "for-cause" removal protection, they are unconstitutionally insulated from the President's Article II removal power. The district court dismissed her case for lack of subject-matter jurisdiction based on five circuit courts of appeal ruling that the Exchange Act implicitly stripped district courts of the jurisdiction to hear challenges to ongoing SEC enforcement proceedings. Arguing that in 2010, the Supreme Court had unanimously ruled in Free Enterprise Fund that nothing in the Exchange Act stripped federal court jurisdiction either explicitly, or implicitly, Cochran appealed to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit. A three judge panel affirmed the dismissal 2-1, but later, the Fifth Circuit sitting en banc, reversed 9-7, holding that Cochran had district court jurisdiction to bring her challenge to the SEC ALJ's removal protections. Tune in to hear a breakdown of the oral argument.

Bitcoin bull Michael Saylor notoriously doesn't care much about altcoins, including Ripple (XRP) and Ethereum (ETH). In a most recent podcast appearance, Saylor spoke out about the classification of those cryptocurrencies as securities. In reference to the legal battle between Ripple Labs and the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Saylor laid out that he believes Ripple is an unregistered crypto security. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Here's what we cover during this week's Partner Meeting segments:VC deal flow has slowed, but there's still a lot of action including an increase of insider roundsApple's in-app purchase policy and what it means for mobile blockchain adoptionDissecting November's economic dataChina's zero Covid policy protestsStartup Tip of the Week: Community BuildingShow Links:Follow us on Twitter: @mpd, @interplay, @brettpalatiello, @MikeyjrogLinks: Podcast with Lisa Barnett of Little Spoon, Gavekal Research - Covid And China's Polical Choices, Vanguard investor pulse: Anxiety and cash needs on the risePodcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

Most people think of financial planning as crunching numbers and making investment decisions. But in reality, financial planning is about so much more than that. It's about helping people live their best lives. And to do that, having a conversation that goes beyond the numbers is important. In this episode, Steve talks with Jeff Vistica, Wealth Advisor at Vistica Wealth Advisors. In his role, Jeff focuses on addressing and solving clients' most pressing tax, estate, and financial concerns. Their clients include individuals with special needs and those caring for a loved one with special needs, dental practitioners, retirement plan sponsors, families, and individuals.  As a CFP and chartered special needs consultant, Jeff talks with Steve about how he goes the extra mile to help clients clarify their goals and connect them with their financial goals, his idea of no-agenda meetings, and the importance of family mission statements for multigenerational planning.   Key Takeaways [01:57] - What Vistica Wealth Advisors can do for its clients. [05:52] - How Jeff built his client base. [08:06] - How Jeff goes the extra mile in serving clients. [11:50] - The value of discovery meetings in building client relationships. [13:31] - What the discovery process looks like. [17:09] - At what stage do prospects become clients. [18:23] - How Vistica Wealth Advisors keeps its clients' documents up to date. [21:48] - Jeff's approach to multigenerational wealth planning. [27:34] - How Jeff overcame the challenges of life planning. [31:29] - Jeff's advice to his younger self. [32:37] - What it's like for Jeff to work with his father in the business.   Quotes [11:50] - "If we're bringing on a new relationship, the most effective start is having multiple discovery meetings. We get to know as deeply and comfortably as the new family might be willing to become." ~ Jeff Vistica [14:51] - "We never prepare an agenda for a meeting. We leave it completely open. Keeping it open-ended and folks in the driver's seat at all times is part of our fiduciary responsibility. It also sets the right tone for a relationship or partnership." ~ Jeff Vistica [22:29] - "For clients struggling with what they want to do from a wealth transfer perspective, we'll help them articulate a family mission statement. And within that family mission statement, they will identify the core family values they want to pass along." ~ Jeff Vistica   Links  Jeff Vistica on LinkedIn Vistica Wealth Advisors Lynne Mosier MoneyGuidePro Buckingham Strategic Wealth RightCapital   Connect with our hosts Steve on LinkedIn Buckingham Strategic Partners   Subscribe and stay in touch Apple Podcasts Spotify Steve on LinkedIn Follow Buckingham Strategic Partners  on Twitter   Disclosure For informational and educational purposes only and should not be construed as specific investment, accounting, legal, or tax advice. Certain information is based upon third party data which may become outdated or otherwise superseded without notice. Third party information is deemed to be reliable, but its accuracy and completeness cannot be guaranteed. Some analysis presented is based off current economic information and may become outdated or irrelevant without notice. Individuals should speak with their qualified financial professional based on his or her unique circumstances. Neither the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) nor any other federal or state agency have approved, determined the accuracy, or confirmed the adequacy of this podcast. © 2022 Buckingham Wealth Partners, LLC. Buckingham Strategic Wealth, LLC and Buckingham Strategic Partners, LLC (collectively, Buckingham Wealth Partners)

On November 7, 2022, the U.S. Supreme Court will hear oral argument in Michelle Cochran v. U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. In April 2016, the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) brought an enforcement action against Michelle Cochran, a certified public accountant, alleging that she had failed to comply with federal auditing standards. A SEC administrative […]

This week's pod ep is another Partner Meeting + guest interview combo.Here's what we cover during the Partner Meeting segments:Twitter and some thoughts on the situationAn update on the continued FTX fallout and how classic crypto principles like Proof-of-Reserves and self custody could help us avoid similar situations in the futureG20 summitDomestic midterm elections and potential ways a gridlocked gov might affect the economyStartup Advice of the Week: social media strategies for startupsAfter the Partner Meeting segments I chat with Jehan Luth, Founder & CEO Banyan. Banyan is a global infrastructure company for item-level receipt data that allows its partners to enrich transactions. This is a super interesting topic that led to some great tangents about how new tech enabled data collection will unlock a whole world of studies and possibilities.Follow us on Twitter: @jehan_luth, @get_banyan, @mpdGuest Links: BanyanPartner Segment References: Relief (debt app), Podcast Links: Website, YouTube, Twitter, LinkedIn*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

Rep. Warren Davidson (R-Ohio) sits on the House Financial Services Committee and is the founder of the Sound Money Caucus. He wants to know what the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) knew about the state of the now-bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX. He says the SEC was working closely with FTX and should have been well aware of the problems at the company. FTX went bankrupt owing over 1 million creditors money. Davidson is also asking why FTX's founder, Sam Bankman-Fried, the Democratic Party's second-largest donor this year, has not yet been taken into custody. “We had a very assertive FBI doing all kinds of things to American citizens for things that most people say are nowhere near as serious. And so the treatment looks like it's a two-tiered justice system to a lot of people.” ⭕️Watch in-depth videos based on Truth & Tradition at Epoch TV

On this week's Partner Meeting episode we cover the following topics:Recent tech layoffs and whether or not it's an indicator for what's to comeCPI data that suggests inflation is slowingThe FTX debacle and what that means for cryptoBusiness Lesson: building marketplacesShow Links:Podcast: The King of Marketplaces with Fabrice Grinda of FJ LabsBooks: The Cold Start Problem: How to Start and Scale Network Effects by Andrew Chen*DISCLAIMER*Interplay Family Office LLC (“Interplay”) is registered as an investment adviser with U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). Registration of an investment adviser does not imply any level of skill or training. Information about the qualifications and business practices of Interplay is available on the SEC's website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov._ Interplay only transacts business in states where it is properly registered or is excluded or exempted from registration requirements. Offering of asset management services through Interplay is pursuant to an investment advisory agreement.The views expressed in this podcast/vodcast are subject to change based on market and other conditions. The podcast/vodcast may contain certain statements that may be deemed forward looking statements. Please note that any such statements are not guarantees of any future performance and actual results or developments may differ materially from those projected. Any projections, market outlooks, or estimates are based upon certain assumptions and should not be construed as indicative of actual events that will occur.Information communicated during the podcast/vodcast does not involve the rendering of personalized investment advice but is limited to the dissemination of general market information. A professional adviser should be consulted before implementing any of the strategies or options presented. The podcast/vodcast is not an offer to buy or sell, or a solicitation of any offer to buy or sell the securities mentioned herein. Neither Interplay nor its advisory persons render tax or legal advice. Please consult your tax and legal advisors for advice concerning your circumstances.

This is Garrison Hardie with your CrossPolitic Daily Newsbrief for Tuesday, November 15th, 2022. Just a heads up ladies and gentleman, I will be out of the country and into Canada with Gabe the Waterboy the 16th-21st, so we will only have a newsbrief today, and Wednesday morning, but not to worry, I’ll be back next week to bring you the news… Redballoon Not so long ago, the American dream was alive and well. Employees who worked hard were rewarded, and employers looked for people who could do the job, not for people who had the right political views. RedBalloon.work is a job site designed to get us back to what made American businesses successful: free speech, hard work, and having fun. If you are a free speech employer who wants to hire employees who focus on their work and not identity politics, then post a job on RedBalloon. If you are an employee who is being censored at work or is being forced to comply with the current zeitgeist, post your resume on RedBalloon and look for a new job. redballoon.work, the job site where free speech is still alive! www.redballoon.work https://thepostmillennial.com/maricopa-election-officials-launched-pac-in-2021-to-stop-maga-candidates?utm_campaign=64487 Maricopa election officials launched PAC in 2021 to stop MAGA candidates It has been revealed that embattled Arizona's Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer and Supervisor Chairman Bill Gates in 2021 started a political action committee to stop MAGA candidates. On November 17, 2021, Meg Cunningham from the Kansas City Beacon tweeted that Richer, "the Maricopa County recorder, is launching a PAC to support Rs running for non-federal AZ offices who 'acknowledge the validity of the 2020 election and condemn the events of Jan. 6, 2021, as a terrible result of the lies told about the November election.'" Richer retweeted her saying, "Thanks to a few generous donors this is now launching. Join me if you care about traditional Republican 'stuff' (free people, free markets, rule of law), but also don’t believe in conspiracies about the 2020 election or that Jan 6 was a tourist event." The PAC called Pro Democracy Republicans of Arizona claims on their website that they are "fighting to keep our democratic institutions alive." The website is sparse on details aside from how to donate but does have a few sentences on their mission. "The Arizona election wasn’t stolen. We Republicans simply had a presidential candidate who lost, while we had many other candidates who won. It’s time we Republicans accept and acknowledge that fact." "Candidates come and go. But our democratic institutions are long-lasting, and peaceful transitions of power are a hallmark of the United States. We should not abandon this history in favor of conspiracy theorists and demagoguery." "To that end, we are launching this PAC to support pro-democracy Arizona Republicans." Political pundits, candidates, and others have continued to slam Arizona’s Maricopa County Elections Department for ongoing failures in their election system. Almost a week after election day, the county, as well as the state, are some of the last to not have candidates declared as winners, as votes continue to be counted. As Secretary of State, gubernatorial Democratic candidate Katie Hobbs was in charge of overseeing the election after failing to recuse herself. https://twitter.com/i/status/1590526914019864577 - Play Video 0:00-2:12 On Wednesday night, Republican gubernatorial nominee and Trump-endorsed candidate Kari Lake called out her opponent and Maricopa County Richer as "incompetent." The results of Arizona's gubernatorial race between Hobbs and Lake are still pending as is the senatorial race between Democrat Sen. Mark Kelly and Republican challenger Blake Masters. https://www.theepochtimes.com/another-court-rules-against-biden-administrations-student-loan-forgiveness-program_4862341.html?utm_source=partner&utm_campaign=BonginoReport Appeals Court Rules Against Biden Administration’s Student Loan Forgiveness Program A federal appeals court on Nov. 14 entered a ruling against the student loan forgiveness program announced by President Joe Biden’s administration earlier this year. Erasing student loan debt would be “irreversible,” a panel of the St. Louis-based U.S. Court of Appeals for the 8th Circuit ruled, entering an injunction against the administration pending an appeal. The panel consisted of U.S. Circuit Judges Bobby Shepherd, a George W. Bush appointee; Ralph Erickson, a Donald Trump appointee; and Steven Grasz, another Trump appointee. They sided with Missouri and five other Republican-led states that had sued Biden and Education Secretary Miguel Cardona after the announcement of the program, alleging that it was illegal for the executive branch to enact such widespread loan relief. Biden administration officials have said that the Higher Education Relief Opportunities for Students Act of 2003 grants the authority for the relief, which is expected to cost about $400 billion and apply to tens of millions of Americans. The appeals court ruling came after U.S. District Judge Henry Edward Autrey, a George W. Bush appointee, rejected the states’ suit, finding that they lacked standing to sue on behalf of the Missouri Higher Education Loan Authority (MOHELA). The three appeals judges disagreed, finding that MOHELA is effectively an arm of the state of Missouri and even if it wasn’t, the financial effect of the administration’s debt discharge still threatens Missouri because it would affect the state’s Lewis and Clark Discovery Fund, a capital fund that can support projects at colleges. The fund receives money from MOHELA. The ruling follows a separate appeals court decision to temporarily block the program and U.S. District Judge Mark Pittman, a Trump appointee, finding it unconstitutional and vacating it. After Pittman’s ruling, dated Nov. 8—the same day as the midterm elections—the administration stopped accepting applications for the program. Administration lawyers have already appealed that ruling and the government will hold onto information from the 26 million borrowers, including the 16 million who have already been approved for relief, “so it can quickly process their relief once we prevail in court,” White House press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre said. https://hotair.com/jazz-shaw/2022/11/14/oregon-leftists-bragging-about-new-gun-control-law-n510693 Oregon leftists bragging about new gun control law The red wave in Oregon didn’t happen for the most part, though Republicans took a House seat here and there and performed well in the more rural, western part of the state as usual. The hype surrounding the possibility that Democrat Tina Kotek could be defeated, turning the Governor’s Mansion red, fizzled in the end. Another piece of bad news turned up in a ballot measure that didn’t draw all that much attention on the national level. Measure 114 passed on election day, ushering in a new round of gun control restrictions and requirements. NBC News launched into a celebration of this “victory” in which they bemoaned the rising number of deaths involving firearms in recent years while claiming (without evidence) that this new law in Oregon would do something about it. In this climate, voters in Oregon have fought back. Heading into the midterm elections, voters took it upon themselves to strengthen gun laws by proposing Measure 114, a ballot initiative that requires a background check, a license and safety training to buy firearms in the state. The measure also prohibits large-capacity magazines that hold more than 10 rounds of ammunition. Oregon’s measure is particularly important because Congress, the courts and many state legislatures have done so little to contain the violence. Meanwhile, the number of gun deaths in the United States has skyrocketed — in fact, our analysis of the data shows that guns drove a recent spike in homicides and suicides… Given the Supreme Court’s expansion of Americans’ right to own guns, it can be frustrating to consider what preventive steps are possible. The Oregon referendum, however, is an example of how laws can prevent gun violence. Firearm purchaser licensing, as contained in the ballot measure, is one of the most effective policies at reducing gun deaths. First of all, there’s nothing really unique or groundbreaking about this measure when compared to similar proposals in other liberal states. They are requiring all purchasers of firearms to complete a background check (which everyone already had to do anyway) and complete mandatory gun safety training before being able to obtain a license to own a gun. It also limits the size of magazines to ten rounds of ammunition. What Measure 114 really does is make it more time-consuming, expensive, and laborious for lawful residents to legally obtain a firearm. NBC goes to great lengths to document how many gun-related deaths have been recorded in the country of late, concluding that Oregon’s law will impact those statistics in a positive way. As usual, what’s entirely missing in this liberal “analysis” is any sort of context or even a nod to the reality of gun crime in the United States. Yes, more people are getting shot. That’s only one facet of the rising violent crime rates we’ve been seeing, primarily in urban areas. And the NBC report conveniently ignores the fact that the vast, vast majority of the people being shot are the victims of criminals who could never pass a background check and get their guns on the black or gray markets. Also ignored in this report is the reality that lower-income minority citizens are disproportionately the victims of these gun crimes. And by making it harder for the law-abiding to obtain a firearm, you’re making it hard for them to defend themselves if such a thing happens to them. https://thepostmillennial.com/report-ftx-ceo-detained-by-authorities-in-bahamas?utm_campaign=64487 FTX CEO detained by authorities in Bahamas Sam Bankman-Fried, the former CEO of the collapsing cryptocurrency company FTX, along with two others associated with the company, director of engineering Nishad Singh and co-founder Gary Wang, are "under supervision" in the Bahamas after the trio reportedly were planning on fleeing to Dubai. According to Cointelegraph, "Right now three of them, Sam, Gary, and Nishad are under supervision in the Bahamas, which means it will be hard for them to leave." Dubai is a city in the United Arab Emirates that prior to February 24, 2022, had no extradition treaty with the United States. However, as of that date, the two countries signed a mutual legal assistance treaty which does permit extradition. The multi-billion dollar cryptocurrency company FTX, run by CEO Sam Bankman-Fried, the second biggest Democrat donor right after George Soros, collapsed last week as details emerged regarding their financial practices, which led to a run by customers on FTX. FTX did not have the funds to pay out. "FTX is under investigation by the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) regarding the management and handling of client funds. With this latest development, FTX has more questions to answer as scrutiny builds around the SEC investigation," Cryptoslate reported. Roughly $5 billion was withdrawn from FTX on Sunday. The trouble began for FTX last week when rival crypto company Binance said they were selling off their holdings of FTT, the proprietary coin of FTX. After Binance's comments, FTX was in financial trouble and essentially sought a bailout from other firms, Binance among them. The New York Post reports that FTX's implosion followed revelations "that co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried had been funneling money to a sister trading company run by his girlfriend." That company, Alameda Research, is run by Bankman-Fried's girlfriend, Caroline Ellison, and is also based in the Bahamas. Binance announced that they would buy the company, then pulled out of the deal, saying that after some due diligence, they decided it would not be a good investment. Part of the issue for Binance is that Alameda Research, helmed by Bankman-Fried's girlfriend, holds a great deal of their assets in FTT, and FTX had invested their customers' funds into Alameda through a "back door," without oversight. Details have emerged that FTX had partnered with Ukraine to process donations to their war efforts within days of Joe Biden pledging billions of American taxpayer dollars to the country. Story Real Estate: Home. It’s where you build your legacy. Where traditions are started, seeds are planted, meals are shared, and stories are told. Home is where you prepare to go out into the world. Finding the home that’s perfect for your family is a big job. Story Real Estate is Moscow’s top real estate team. They give people real estate advice all over the country. Family homes, investments, land, new construction, or commercial— they know real estate. If you’ve thought about a move to Moscow or anywhere in the country, reach out to get connected with a Story Real Estate agent. Wherever you’re going, they can help guide you Home. Visit storyrealestate.com. Now it;s time for my favorite topic… sports! This one hits close to home for our producer Neil, as this was his first ever favorite fighter when it came to MMA… https://www.mmafighting.com/2022/11/13/23456635/two-time-ufc-title-challenger-anthony-rumble-johnson-dead-at-38 Two-time UFC title challenger Anthony ‘Rumble’ Johnson dead at 38 Anthony Johnson, a Bellator fighter and two-time UFC title challenger, has died. He was 38 years old. MMA Fighting has confirmed the news with sources with knowledge of the situation, following an outpouring of messages on social media regarding Johnson’s death. The cause of death has yet to be announced. Johnson is best remembered for a pair of UFC stints from 2007-2012 and 2014-2017. His first run with the promotion saw him emerge as an intriguing welterweight prospect with unmatched knockout power, while his second run occurred as a light heavyweight. It was during Johnson’s second UFC run that he defeated the likes of Glover Teixeira, Ryan Bader, Alexander Gustafsson, and Phil Davis, and earned two cracks at the light heavyweight championship. He announced his retirement after a 2017 title fight loss to Daniel Cormier, but returned to competition in 2021 and fought once for Bellator, defeating Jose Augusto by second-round knockout. In October 2021, Johnson was to fight Bellator light heavyweight champion Vadim Nemkov as part of a grand prix tournament, but was forced to withdraw from that contest due to an undisclosed illness. Johnson’s pro MMA record was 23-6 with 17 wins coming by way of KO/TKO.