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RIA Edge is the only podcast that focuses on how the wealth management industry’s top RIAs are growing their businesses through M&A and strategic organic growth plans. Hosted by David Armstrong, RIA Edge provides leaders of advisory firms with research, best practices and recommendations that are designed to drive intentional growth. Guests of RIA Edge will share how they have grown through acquis... more

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Wealthcare Capital Management’s evolution from a software pioneer to a national advisory platform reveals the power of strategic reinvention.

In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, host David Armstrong speaks with Matt Regan, president and CEO of ... more

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In this episode of the RIA Edge podcast, host David Armstrong speaks with Kay Lynn Mayhue, president of Merit Financial, about the firm’s approach to growth as it reaches $24 billion in assets under management and celebrates its 50th acquisition. May... more

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Is true independence possible at scale? In this episode of the RIA Edge podcast, host David Armstrong talks with Concurrent CEO Nate Lenz about how his fast-growing RIA platform is helping advisors stay independent while accessing the scale, capital ... more

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Scaling growth isn’t just about getting bigger; it’s about vision, discipline and striking the right balance between legacy and innovation.

So how does a $30 billion-plus RIA navigate the complexities of rapid acquisitions, evolving culture and the ... more

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Explosive growth doesn’t happen by accident. It’s fueled by intentional partnerships, strategic resources, and cultural alignment.

In this episode of the RIA Edge Podcast, host David Armstrong sits down with Stan Gregor, CEO of Summit Financial, who... more

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James Bogart, founder of Bogart Wealth, has created an organic growth machine, going from $526 million to $3 billion in assets in less than 10 years—client by client, no M&A.

His story shows the benefits of putting in place a strategic, repeatable a... more

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It’s not surprising that tech-native firms see the wealth management industry’s high margins and sticky revenue, even with its notoriously disjointed and sometimes subpar tech stacks, and think, “Good business. But it could be better.”

At the recent... more

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Join host David Armstrong, fresh off the Wealth Management Edge Conference in Boca Raton, Fla., as he interviews Michael Henley, founder and chief executive officer of Brandywine Oak Private Wealth. Michael talks about the firm’s rapid growth since l... more

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Recent Guests

John Bunch
Chief Executive Officer of Allworth Financial
Allworth Financial
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: John Bunch on Scaling Up Allworth Financial
Stan Gregor
CEO of Summit Financial
Summit Financial
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: Building Growth Partnerships with Summit Financial’s Stan Gregor
James Bogart
Founder of Bogart Wealth
Bogart Wealth
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: How James Bogart Grew His Firm to $3B Client-by-Client—And What Comes Next
Taylor Matthews
Co-founder and CEO of Farther Finance
Farther Finance
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: How Taylor Matthews Built Farther to Boost Advisor Efficiency by Removing Platform Friction
Michael Henley
CEO of Brandywine Oak Private Wealth, a firm that transitioned from Merrill Lynch to independence, focusing on personalized wealth management and tax services.
Brandywine Oak Private Wealth
Episode: RIA Edge: Building a Future-Ready Firm with Brandywine Oak CEO Michael Henley
Susie Cranston
President and Chief Operating Officer at Cresset
Cresset
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: Cresset’s Susie Cranston on How an ‘Industrial Scale’ RIA Benefits Clients, the Firm
Chris Erblich
CEO of TFO Wealth Partners, TFO Family Office, and the TFO Trust Company
TFO Wealth Partners
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: Chris Erblich on TFO’s Response to Client Needs
Mark DeLotto
Chief Development Officer at Simon Quick Advisors
Simon Quick Advisors
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: Building Wealth Firms That Last with Mark DeLotto
Grant Rawdin
Founder and CEO of Wescott Financial Advisory Group
Wescott Financial Advisory Group
Episode: RIA Edge Podcast: Wescott’s Commitment to Community, Client Retention with Grant Rawdin

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David Armstrong
Host of RIA Edge, providing insights and discussions on growth strategies in the wealth management industry.

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RIA Edge Podcast: Wescott’s Commitment to Community, Client Retention with Grant Rawdin
Q: What is missing from the contemporary RIA?
Grant suggests a deeper alignment with counseling, particularly for clients undergoing major life transitions.
RIA Edge Podcast: Wescott’s Commitment to Community, Client Retention with Grant Rawdin
Q: Was that a straight story or how did you approach growth?
Grant explains that the firm's growth was strategic and based on building referral networks and relationships rather than just relying on market appreciation.
RIA Edge Podcast: Building Wealth Firms That Last with Mark DeLotto
Q: What is the strategy now for Simon Quick Advisors regarding growth?
The current strategy focuses on organic growth and the importance of ownership mindset among employees, as well as evaluating potential mergers and acquisitions.
RIA Edge Podcast: Building Out the ‘Anti-Aggregator’ RIA, with David Hefty
Q: What does your client experience model entail?
The client experience model includes a deep dive discovery process for onboarding clients and ensuring the right people deliver services according to the firm's high standards.
RIA Edge Podcast: Building Out the ‘Anti-Aggregator’ RIA, with David Hefty
Q: What do you mean by being an anti-aggregator?
Hefty explains that Credent Wealth focuses on full assimilation instead of treating acquisitions as simple additions, emphasizing a client-centric model over an advisor-centric one.

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This podcast focuses on the growth strategies employed by leading Registered Investment Advisors (RIAs) in the wealth management industry. Episodes often feature influential guests who share their experiences and insights on topics such as mergers and acquisitions, organic growth, marketing strategies, and client relationship management. The discussions revolve around how firms have successfully navigated market challenges and adapted to the evolving financial landscape by leveraging innovative practices. Listeners can expect practical advice and case studies from industry leaders that highlight best practices and foster intentional and sustainable growth.

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