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The Advisor Lab by CION

CION Investments
CION Investments
Artificial Intelligence
Private Markets
Future Proof
Private Equity
Venture Capital
Ethic
Altruist
Triad Partners
RIA
Domain Money
Estate Planning
Mather Group
Dsts
Archive Intel
Fuel Venture Capital
Alternative Investments
RFG Advisory
Compliance
Independent Financial Advisors

The Financial Advisor landscape is changing in a big way and Advisors need to find new ways to gain and retain clients. Hosted by Derek Schwartz of CION Investments, the Advisor Lab is meant to help Financial Advisors gain insight and inspiration from successful thought leaders across fields and industries. We're helping Advisors get out of their own head by providing strategic & tactical advice f... more

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Eli Edwards is Head of U.S. Real Estate Equity at Fortress Investment Group. We sat down with Eli to learn about real estate investment strategies with the potential to provide portfolio diversification and tax-advantaged capital appreciation. Eli sh... more

Shannon Spotswood is CEO at RFG Advisory, an innovative RIA platform empowering entrepreneurial advisors to build their businesses and own their firms. We sat down with Shannon for a conversation on recent technological innovation driving growth in t... more

Dr. Amy D'Aprix, Founder and President of LifeBridge Strategies, has over two decades of experience coaching financial advisors on how to best serve clients as they navigate life transitions such as aging, retirement, and estate transfers. We sat dow... more

Jeff Ransdell is Managing Director and Founding Partner of Fuel Venture Capital Partners, a tech-focused VC firm creating opportunities for advisors and their clients to invest in high-growth disruptive technologies. We sat down with Jeff to discuss ... more

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Eli Edwards
Head of US Real Estate Equity at Fortress Investment Group
Fortress Investment Group
Episode: Episode 193 Eli Edwards: With Tax-Efficient Real Estate Strategies, Advisors May Gain A Competitive Edge
Shannon Spotswood
CEO of RFG Advisory
RFG Advisory
Episode: Episode 192 Shannon Spotswood: A New Frontier For Advisor Independence
Dr. Amy D'Aprix
Founder and president of LifeBridge Strategies
LifeBridge Strategies
Episode: Episode 191 Dr. Amy D'Aprix: Financial Planning For Life's Major Transitions
Jeff Ransdell
Managing director and founding partner, Fuel Venture Capital Partners
Fuel Venture Capital Partners
Episode: Episode 190 Jeff Ransdell: Expanding Venture Capital Investing to Private Wealth
Trey Prescott
Director of Business Development
Advisory Services Network
Episode: Episode 189 Future Proof Conversations: Trey Prescott
Doug Fritz
Co-founder of F2 Strategy
F2 Strategy
Episode: Episode 188 Future Proof Conversations: Doug Fritz
Mark Gatto
Co-CEO, CION Investment Group
CION Investment Group
Episode: Episode 187 Future Proof Conversations: Mark Gatto & Derek Schwartz
Alex Laipple
Chief Growth Officer for Ethic
Ethic
Episode: Episode 186 Future Proof Conversations: Alex Laipple
Larry Shumbres
CEO and founder of Archive Intel
Archive Intel
Episode: Episode 185 Larry Shumbres: Leveraging AI For WealthTech Solutions

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Derek Schwartz
Host of The Advisor Lab

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Amazing podcast!

    This podcast is an excellent resource for financial professionals everywhere! Alex is a very knowledgeable and skilled host and each episode provides helpful information and insight to help you level up in your practice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    maddie@podcastingyou
    United States4 years ago
  • So young and knows so much

    Late 20’s? Been in the FinTech game for only a year? Ms. Casperson wise beyond her years…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Eltonjeff
    United States5 years ago
  • Always a good listen

    Thanks Seven Group. Always a good show, great guests, and stellar content. I come to podcasts to learn, and you deliver 👏🏻👏🏻

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mungo Bean
    United States5 years ago
  • A must listen!

    This podcast and the process of The Seven Group is absolutely amazing. There is not a platform out there that is as helpful as theirs. The podcast and guests are insightful and it is a must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jranks
    United States6 years ago
  • All around great!

    I love listening to Alex and the team talk through strategy with in branding and marketing. They have great guests and they ask high quality questions.

    Keep it up!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jhorsch
    United States6 years ago

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Guests include leading wealthtech and advisory platform executives, offering valuable industry context.
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The host asks high-quality questions, driving useful takeaways for practice growth.
Content is consistently relevant for advisors exploring independence and platform strategy.

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Episode 168 Jessica Polito: Selling Your RIA Practice
Q: If I'm an independent operator right now and I reached out to you and said, I want to monetize this, I want to sell this, how should they think about the timeline for that?
We typically outline a six-to-ten month process depending on the client's readiness, with an initial three-month period to understand market value and begin assembling marketing materials, followed by a six- to seven-month window to move from LOI to exclusive negotiations and diligence.
Episode 193 Eli Edwards: With Tax-Efficient Real Estate Strategies, Advisors May Gain A Competitive Edge
Q: What should an adviser ask a sponsor when evaluating DST opportunities?
Ask about the sponsor's track record, the asset lifecycle, the rationale for each asset, the decision framework for exits, and the alignment of fees with tax savings and long-term value.
Episode 193 Eli Edwards: With Tax-Efficient Real Estate Strategies, Advisors May Gain A Competitive Edge
Q: Could you give a quick primer on DSTs for advisors who are familiar with 1031s but unsure how DSTs fit into a client meeting?
DSTs function like a mini-fund pre-bought by a sponsor; clients can allocate across multiple DSTs, gaining diversification and tax deferral, while preserving the option to do another 1031 or take tax on exit.
Episode 193 Eli Edwards: With Tax-Efficient Real Estate Strategies, Advisors May Gain A Competitive Edge
Q: From your seat at Fortress, how have RIAs and high net worth conversations around real estate changed over the last two, three years?
Advisors are increasingly focused on tax deferral, client retention, and diversification, with DSTs offering a structured way to deliver tax efficiency and multi-asset exposure while avoiding passive-management burdens.
Episode 177 Future Proof Conversations: Colleen Jaconetti
Q: What strategies do you recommend for advisors to protect clients from making poor decisions during downturns?
Emphasize ongoing communication, transparency about potential outcomes, and using structured frameworks to remind clients of the plan and their long-term goals; highlight the value created by staying invested and avoiding impulsive moves, including the role of semi-liquid alternatives when appropriate to manage risk.

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What is The Advisor Lab by CION about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on strategic and practical guidance for financial advisors navigating a rapidly evolving landscape, with a focus on independence, platform choices, and technology-enabled growth. Episodes frequently explore advisor-owned models, open-architecture solutions, AI-driven client conversations, and scalable business practices, often featuring leaders from wealthtech, custody platforms, private markets, and major advisory firms. A standout trait is its emphasis on actionable frameworks (e.g., ownership, back-office efficiency, and human-centered planning) delivered through candid conversations with senior executives and industry pioneers, making it useful for listeners aiming to modernize advisory practices or explore new partner ... more

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2. Shannon Spotswood
3. Dr. Amy D'Aprix
4. Jeff Ransdell
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