The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors

The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors


Latest Episodes

Why a $5B UBS Breakaway Team Set Out to Build the “Boutique Firm of the Future”
September 23, 2021

Ex-UBS $5B advisors, Rob Sechan and Jeff Kobernick found that servicing their UHNW clients became difficult at the wirehouse and wanted more than other firms offered. So they built RIA NewEdge Wealth

Industry Guru Bob Veres on Achieving Excellence and Building the Advisory Firm of the Future
September 17, 2021

Few in the financial services media that have the experience and name recognition of Bob Veresand less are as outspoken. He candidly discusses the advisory firm of the future, growth, client service, technology, and the role of financial advisors.

Ask the Breakaways: 3 Advisors Answer Your Questions About Making the Leap
September 09, 2021

Special Episode: A panel of 3 breakaway advisors share the details of their journeysLori Siegel, founding partner, Centrix Wealth Partners; Michael Henley, founder & CEO, Brandywine Oak Private Wealth; and Terry Cook, CEO, Parcion Private Wealth.

An “Industry Outsider” Shows What’s Possible When Building a Financial Planning Firm from the Ground Up
August 26, 2021

Anders Jones discusses how Facet Wealths combination of a lower-asset client target, specially-designed technology, remote client services and unique subscription-based model is serving as a template for financial advice firms of the future.

Better Together or Apart: A Breakaway Advisor Shares Why He and His Team Chose Separate Paths
August 19, 2021

For Dan Johnson and his multi-generational team at Merrill it became apparent they each had different goals and timelines. He discusses why they chose different paths, opting for independence over a r

How CPA Referrals Drove a Former Lincoln Financial Independent Group to $12B in Just 5 Years
August 12, 2021

Paul Saganeys 2016 decision to leave Lincoln Financial, build a multi-custodial hybrid RIA with LPL Financial and develop a CPA referral network has propelled the firm from $3.5B to $12B in 5 years. He shares how they achieved such growth and more.

How an ex-Wells Fargo Team Turned a “Paper Tablecloth” Vision into 3X Revenue and $8.5B in Assets in 5 Years
August 05, 2021

Gerry Goldberg, of GYL Financial Synergies, joins the show to share why he felt Wells Fargo FiNet wasnt independent enough and how, as an RIA, his team tripled their assets and revenue, in partnership with Focus Financial Partners.

Industry Update on Partnerships: 10 Questions to Help Identify if You’re Still Right for Each Other
July 29, 2021

When it comes to building a strong business, nothing is better than a great partnership. Yet the shared mindset can change over time. Learn 10 questions to help determine if youve just hit a rocky patch or if breaking up may be the best path.

A Growth Story 87 Years in the Making: Why Boutique Firm William Blair is an Attractive Home for Top Advisors
July 22, 2021

Ryan DeVore, of William Blair, joins the show to discuss the success of the boutique model, and talk about the amazing growth of the firm and how it compares to others like First Republic and Rockefel

Breaking Up: A Former $750mm UBS Advisor’s “Split” for Independence
July 15, 2021

Ex-UBS advisor Robert Harris felt that the firm no longer allowed his team to serve their clients best and greater potential existed elsewhere. His partner didnt agree. Its a common thread amongst many partnerships who reach this crossroads.