Second Story Advisor Success

42In this episode titled “Second Story Advisor Success” we discuss the qualities that make a good book-based advisor, increasing wallet share, AUM, and client retention. In addition we discuss how these second story advisors can be effective mentors.

Our guests are Jane Ellen Porter from Wilmington Advisors at M&T, and Kevin McCarthy from Synovus Financial Services. And our special guest co-host is Chris Melton from Ameriprise.

Leveraging Data for Growth

In this episode titled “Leveraging Data for Growth”, with Brian Venn from California Credit Union and Chris Melton from Ameriprise, we discuss the following: 

  • Taking an active approach to data mining
  • Leveraging data across channels
  • Using data to identify advisory and planning prospects
  • Using data to right-size advisor books

Leveraging Centers of Influence

Compelling new podcast episode featuring Kimberly Cole and Mike Wyatt of Ameriprise where we discuss the following:

  • Developing relationships with COIs inside and outside the institution.
  • The best COIs to work with.
  • How to build trust with COIs.
  • Fostering two-way referrals.
  • Community building with COIs

Fostering Cross-Departmental Cooperation

In this episode we discuss working effectively as a team cross-departmentally to better and more seamlessly service a broader array of client needs, and consequently manage more assets. We cover subjects that include embracing the value propositions of other departments, collaborative discovery meetings, and supercharging referral flow.

Our guest is Merrill Stewart of Allegacy Federal Credit Union who has done a very impressive job of integrating wealth management into the institution and unifying the organization.

Leveraging Advisor Mentorships

In this episode we will discuss the following:

  • Successful advisor mentorship structures
  • Rookie advisor career pathing
  • Succession planning mentorships
  • Mentorship mistakes to avoid

Our guests for this discussion are…

  • Solomon Schmidt – National Executive of Wealth – Key Investment Services
  • Matthew Griffin – Managing Director – Steward Concepts (Family Trust CU)
  • Jason Driver – Financial Advisor – Steward Concepts (Family Trust CU)

Join us for valuable insights on implementing a successful mentorship program!

The State of Advisor Training

For this episode titled “The State of Advisor Training” we discuss current tactics and challenges related to advisor training as our channel evolves from a transactional-based model to more of a relationship-based wealth management model. Part of that equation is also the growing prominence of technology as an enabler in that regard, and how those dynamics affect training strategies. Join us as our panelists, David Chan from Citibank, and Joshua Hinsch from Ameriprise provide insights.

Leveraging Technology to Gather Assets

In this episode we discuss leveraging technology to enhance the client experience, engender trust, optimize client discovery, identify next best actions, and strike a balance between high-tech and high-touch. Our guests include Jonathon Allen, President of Wescom Financial Services, and Scott B. Wilkins, VP of Ameriprise’s Advisor Business Development Group

Exceeding Client Expectations

In this episode we discuss the evolution of client expectations, optimizing the client experience via technology, leveraging client data, varying generational preferences, and contributing to financial wellness. Our panelists are the following:

  • Jane-ellen Porter – Wilmington Advisors @ M&T
  • Erin Candler – Wilmington Advisors @ M&T
  • Terry Powell – Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union
  • Wes Garner – Randolph Brooks Federal Credit Union

Our special co-moderator for this episode is Chris Melton from Ameriprise Financial.

We would like to thank Ameriprise Financial for making this podcast series possible.

Life Insurance Awareness Should Be All Year – Pt. 2

In part two of this episode we will continue our discussion about the importance of servicing protection needs based on our believe that to be a true Trusted Advisor you must not only help your clients manage their assets, but also make sure they protect their assets. And insurance is a critical part of a de-commoditized relationship containing trust, longevity, majority wallet share, and hence… profitability.

Our guests once again are…

  • Jonathan Allen – Wescom Financial Services
  • Ryan Hughbanks – Ameriprise
  • David Jabczenski – Wescom Financial Services
  • Lisa Young – Rise Private Wealth Management

Life Insurance Awareness Should Be All Year – Pt. 1

This episode was recorded in September, which is life insurance awareness month. As many of our listeners know we passionately believe that to be a true Trusted Advisor you must not only help your clients manage their assets, but also make sure they protect their assets. And life insurance is a critical part of a de-commoditized relationship containing trust, longevity, majority wallet share, and hence… profitability. So life insurance awareness month should be perpetual, and that is the core of today’s discussion with the following guests:

  • Jonathan Allen – Wescom Financial Services
  • Ryan Hughbanks – Ameriprise
  • David Jabczenski – Wescom Financial Services
  • Lisa Young – Rise Private Wealth Management