In this week’s episode, we welcome back Tony Parish, CFA, CQF, Chief Investment Officer at Alphastar Capital Management, for another insightful conversation about the U.S. economy and market trends. This episode offers an exclusive preview of our upcoming State of the Markets presentation.

Stay tuned as Tony sheds light on the overarching theme for 2024: the incredible persistence and resilience of the U.S. economy and markets. Despite global challenges and inflation concerns, the U.S. economy has demonstrated unparalleled strength and recovery, which is reflected in this year’s market performance. Join us as Tony dives into the data, discusses the impact of elections on the markets, and offers insights on inflation trends.

Then, at the end of the episode, he’ll also share some exciting updates from Alphastar, including their new Orion Enterprise Experience, which is launching this year.

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• The U.S. economy's impressive resilience and strength in 2024
• The lack of a strong correlation between U.S. elections and market performance
• Common misconceptions surrounding inflation + managing expectations about its impact on daily expenses
• Exciting updates and projects from Alphastar this year

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In this episode, we’re joined by the one and only Dave Hostetler to talk about the evolving world of mergers and acquisitions (M&A) for independent financial advisors. He’s here to share the insights he's gained from talking with small business owners, highlighting current trends like friend-to-friend deals and internal succession plans becoming more popular. Join us as we discuss key factors influencing the valuation of advisory practices and provide some helpful insights for buyers and sellers preparing for successful transactions.

This conversation also touches on some broader practice management topics such as team building, talent acquisition, and the importance of structured training programs for new hires. Dave talks about how process manuals and standardized procedures can boost efficiency and create a positive workplace environment. Whether you're considering selling your advisory practice, exploring growth through acquisitions, or optimizing your operational framework, this episode is one you don’t want to miss!

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• The increasing trend of internal transactions over open market sales
• Key factors that can enhance a business’ valuation for potential mergers and acquisitions
• The lengthy and complex nature of M&As + ensuring a good fit in terms of values, processes, technology, and more
• The importance of training and process manuals for new staff in financial advisory practices
• The considerations and challenges of hiring associate advisors

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As the financial services industry continues to evolve, staying ahead of the curve means engaging with the next generation of clients and advisors. Today we are joined by FIG’s Chief Strategy Officer, Nicholas Ross, to discuss the transfer of wealth to younger generations and the integration of younger clients and advisors into financial firms.

One key takeaway from this discussion is the importance of understanding what wealth means to the next generation. While incorporating technology into the planning process is crucial for attracting the right talent and clients, it is equally important to understand where younger demographics spend their time and what they value. By asking the right questions, you can develop more comprehensive strategies that resonate with the next generation. Tune in to learn more!

Here’s some of what we discuss in this episode:

• The evolution of next-gen wealth management
• Engaging with the next generation + understanding their financial needs
• Integrating technology seamlessly into client interactions
• Strategies for attracting and retaining young talent and clients

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