Episodes

Episode 043: In this episode, Kyle talks with Justin Steitz, President at Copper Financial. In his role, he leads sales, investment operations, compliance, and audits for the CommunityAmerica advisor channel and the broker-de...

Episode 042: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Kyle talks with Jason Gordo, Co-founder and President of Modern Wealth Management. Jason is an accomplished wealth management executive with a diverse background in busin...

Episode 041: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Kyle talks with Melissa Bouchillon, Managing Partner at Sound View Wealth Advisors. With a background in psychology and education, Melissa brings a different perspective ...

Episode 040: The traditional path to building a business is often painted as a clear roadmap, following established blueprints and pre-defined steps. But, some founders follow a different playbook — one that focuses on the hu...

Episode 039: The wealth management industry is moving beyond asset allocation and investment management. Clients require a broader suite of services, encompassing areas like tax planning, estate planning, and retirement accou...

Episode 038: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Kyle Van Pelt is joined by John Barrows, Founder and CEO of JB Sales. John has a wealth of experience in all aspects of business and sales, from making 400 dials …

Episode 037: The pace of technological change is rapid, to say the least. But change often brings with it exciting opportunities. Technology innovation presents nearly endless possibilities and potential to improve how firms ...

Episode 036: Athletes are often stereotyped as prone to making poor financial decisions. While this perception is unfair, the real problem lies in a lack of financial education. This gap can leave them susceptible to mismanag...

Episode 036: The conventional route to becoming a financial advisor is no longer the only path to success. The industry is evolving, demanding a more holistic and strategic approach to developing elite, successful, and growin...

Episode 034: Providing excellent client service is more than just answering phone calls and replying to emails promptly. It means cultivating a loyal client base of raving fans. Achieving this requires building deep connectio...

Episode 033: The financial world thrives on relationships, not just with individual clients but with strategic partners who can supercharge offerings and take the business to new levels. However, forging successful partnershi...

Episode 032: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Kyle Van Pelt is joined by Lyle Wolberg, CEO, Senior Financial Life Advisor & Partner at Telemus. They discuss the importance of trust and how Telemus differentiates itse...

Episode 031: The future of wealth management is about a strategic balance between people, technology, compliance, and marketing. Investing in skilled professionals, robust tech platforms, stringent compliance measures, and ef...

Episode 030: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Kyle is joined by Peter Raimondi, Founder & CEO at Dakota Wealth Management. With more than 40 years of experience in the industry, Peter has built multiple successful co...

Episode 029: Educating clients and creating value are pillars of success in the financial advisory industry. Bogart Wealth's explosive growth is a testament to the effectiveness of providing valuable content and actionable st...

Episode 028: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Jud Mackrill is joined by Scott Klaassen, Managing Director at Milemarker to discuss the critical role of reporting in advisory services. Together, they explore the chall...

Episode 027: In wealth management, data is paramount. But it's not just about the data itself. It's about how people present, digest, and ultimately act upon it. That's where the user experience (UX) revolution in wealth mana...

Episode 026: Delivering world-class integrated advice lies in a harmonious blend of human expertise and digital efficiency. It's a tightrope walk between leveraging the knowledge and intuition of seasoned professionals and ha...

Episode 025: In this episode of The Connected Advisor, Jud Mackrill is joined by Victoria Bills, Chief Investment Strategist at Banrion Capital Management, and Steve Zushin, Chief Revenue Officer at Mammoth Technology. Togeth...

Episode 024: When it comes to wealth management, building a high-growth firm requires more than just providing financial advice. It requires a deep understanding of who you are as a brand and the ability to authentically conn...

Episode 023: The heartbeat of any organization lies within its workforce — the collective sum of individual talent, skills, and aspirations. Understanding the intricate connection between building and leading a team, nurturin...

Episode 022: The financial advisory industry has always been known for its meticulous attention to detail and dedication to providing a seamless client experience. However, the traditional approaches to managing fees and cont...

Episode 021: The growth of a wealth management firm is about cultivating a culture that thrives on innovation, effective delegation, and a deep understanding of the intrinsic value of financial advisors. It's about embracing ...

Episode 020: In this episode of Connected, we’re sharing a conversation between Milemarker Co-Founder Jud Mackrill and Great Hill Partners Executive in Residence John Wernz, about finding success through organic growth for yo...