Inside the Independence Movement: Ed Swenson on Culture, Capital, and Growth for the Independent Advisor

Inside the Independence Movement: Ed Swenson on Culture, Capital, and Growth for the Independent Advisor

“There’s no better time than now to be an independent Advisor.” In this special episode of the Disruption Blueprint Podcast, host Shannon Spotswood sits down with Ed Swenson, newly named President of RFG Advisory, to explore the future of independence, technology, and Advisor empowerment. With more than 25 years in wealth management, most notably as co-founder …

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Unlocking Return on Time: Doug Fritz on How AI, Data & Martech Are Reshaping Wealth Management (EP60)

Unlocking Return on Time: Doug Fritz on How AI, Data & Martech Are Reshaping Wealth Management (EP60)

“By end of 2025, 50% of Advisors will be leveraging AI tools for client meetings, task management, follow up.” What happens when one of the sharpest minds in wealthtech gets behind the mic? In this episode, Doug Fritz, Co-Founder and Executive Chairman of F2 Strategy, sits down with host Shannon Spotswood for a high-impact conversation …

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From Corporate Tech to Fintech Trailblazer: Martha Underwood and Prismm (Ep 59)

From Corporate Tech to Fintech Trailblazer: Martha Underwood and Prismm (Ep 59)

“You’re going to leave a legacy. Everyone’s going to leave a legacy. And it really is just going to be determining what type of legacy you want it to be.” In this episode of the Disruption Blueprint Podcast, we’re joined by Martha Underwood, founder of Prismm, a groundbreaking digital vault platform that’s revolutionizing how families …

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Understanding Industry Disruption and Innovation in Financial Services with Rohit Mahna (Ep. 58)

Understanding Industry Disruption and Innovation in Financial Services with Rohit Mahna (Ep. 58)

What does it take for Financial Advisors to thrive?  In this episode of The Disruption Blueprint Podcast, Shannon Spotswood delves into the world of financial services with Rohit Mahna, Head of Client Growth at Fidelity Institutional Wealth Management Services. They discuss the critical elements of disruption, innovation, and forward-thinking strategies necessary for navigating the complexities …

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The Financial Playbook: Jim Sumpter’s Story of Propelling Growth (Ep. 57)

The Financial Playbook: Jim Sumpter’s Story of Propelling Growth (Ep. 57)

Ready to explore the world of finance and advisory through the lens of experts who are steering the industry’s future? In this episode of The Disruption Blueprint Podcast, Shannon Spotswood sits down with Jim Sumpter, CFP®, and founder and CEO of CMC Financial.  This conversation takes you on a journey from Jim’s early days as …

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Feature Episode: Embrace Change & Reshape The Future of Finance with Dany Martin and Chase Crump

Feature Episode: Embrace Change & Reshape The Future of Finance with Dany Martin and Chase Crump

Get ready to delve into the heart of disruption in the financial advisory landscape with Dany Martin and Chase Crump in this week’s episode of The Disruption Blueprint! Here, Shannon Spotswood embarks on a captivating journey exploring the transformative shifts occurring within the financial advisory sector. Joined by industry mavericks Dany Martin, MBA, and Chase …

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Transforming The Financial Advisory Industry Through Data-Driven Organic Growth with Tom Rieman and Jordan Hutchison (Ep. 56)

Transforming The Financial Advisory Industry Through Data-Driven Organic Growth with Tom Rieman and Jordan Hutchison (Ep. 56)

What does it take to revolutionize the financial advisory landscape? In this episode, Jordan Hutchison is joined by Tom Rieman, the founder of Practice Intel, to talk about the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship in the financial advisory industry.  Tom sheds light on the challenges, triumphs, and impact of creating a data-driven platform for organic …

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Breaking Through Growth Barriers in Wealth Management with Samuel Deane and Dr. Preston Cherry (Ep. 55)

Breaking Through Growth Barriers in Wealth Management with Samuel Deane and Dr. Preston Cherry (Ep. 55)

How can financial advisors unleash their growth potential in the ever-changing landscape of the wealth management industry? Today on The Disruption Blueprint Podcast, Shannon Spotswood interviews Samuel Deane of Deane Wealth Management, who specializes in serving founders and tech employees with equity compensation and tax planning, and Dr. Preston Cherry of Concurrent Financial Planning, who …

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The Female Financial Revolution: Rethinking Wealth Management with Dr. Barbara Provost (Ep. 54)

The Female Financial Revolution: Rethinking Wealth Management with Dr. Barbara Provost (Ep. 54)

How can the financial industry better serve women’s unique needs? In this episode, Shannon Spotswood speaks about women and money with Dr. Barbara Provost, Ed.D., MS Ed, MBM, founder of Purse Strings.  Shannon and Dr. Provost explore the disconnect between financial services and women’s needs while emphasizing the importance of a personalized approach, citing research …

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From Captive Insurance BD to 4x Organic Growth in Independence ft. Wes Miller, Partner, Wealth Management Advisor, Willow Private Wealth (Ep. 53)

From Captive Insurance BD to 4x Organic Growth in Independence ft. Wes Miller, Partner, Wealth Management Advisor, Willow Private Wealth (Ep. 53)

Welcome back to another episode of the Disruption Blueprint Podcast! If you’re a financial advisor navigating the challenges of the insurance channel and contemplating a shift to independence, Wes Miller’s transformative journey is a must-listen on the Disruption Blueprint podcast.  Wes Miller, Partner and Wealth Management Advisor at Willow Private Wealth, spent the majority of …

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