Explore how modern advisor engagement strategies are transforming client relationships in wealth management. Learn from Capital Group’s innovative approaches, the evolving role of fund wholesalers, and actionable insights to strengthen financial plans and drive long-term success.

The evolution of model portfolios is underway, presenting a substantial benefit for advisors and asset managers through the simplification of operational duties and promoting enhanced client connections. Join us as we dive deep into model portfolios with Ling-Wei Hew, a Principal Director at Envestnet and a veteran in the model portfolio space.

Wes Gray, founder of Alpha Architect, breaks down ETF tax efficiency, the rise of SMA to ETF conversions, and the future of tax-aware investing. Learn how Section 351 can help investors minimize capital gains taxes and optimize portfolio management.

US money market funds recently eclipsed $7 trillion in assets for the first time. For decades, investors have turned to this simple, conservative investment vehicle for cash management and capital preservation. And while the Fed eyes future interest rate cuts, Deborah Cunningham doesn’t see investor interest flagging anytime soon.

Jason Pereira, a seasoned financial planner and fintech advocate, shares his insights on the future of financial advice. From the growing impact of AI in wealth management to the evolving role of technology stacks, Pereira explores how financial advisors can navigate the complexities of the digital age while staying focused on client relationships. He also highlights key shifts in client expectations and how advisors can adapt to meet the needs of the next generation of investors.

Brent Beardsley is the head of advisor solutions at Vanguard, which began working directly with advisors a quarter of a century ago. Since then, investors have gained access to the same investment information as the pros. With modern investment platforms, they can choose funds and see portfolio details on their own.

Are you leveraging the latest trends in ETFs to enhance your investment strategies? In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, hosts Ben and Julie sit down with Noel Archard, Global Head of ETFs at AllianceBernstein, to unpack the evolution of ETFs and their growing role in reshaping portfolio management. Noel shares insights on the rapid growth of thematic and ESG-focused ETFs, the rise of active ETFs, and how these investment vehicles continue to democratize access for both individual and institutional investors. He also delves into the impact of ETFs during market volatility and provides actionable advice for financial advisors navigating today’s complex financial landscape.

Ramesh Poola, co-chief investment officer at Creative Planning, shares insights on how firms can prioritize client relationships while still achieving their growth objectives. Discover strategies that integrate client focus into every aspect of business development for long-term success.

In a rapidly evolving investment landscape, the ability to adapt and innovate is crucial for success. Phil Huber, the Head of Portfolio Solutions at Cliffwater, offers valuable insights into his career journey and the strategies that have propelled him to the forefront of alternative investments.

Mike Gitlin, CEO of Capital Group, offers invaluable insights for industry professionals on thriving in an ever-evolving financial landscape. His candid discussion touches on adaptability, client-centric solutions, and the critical need for continuous learning.

Amid compressing fees and mushrooming fund options, asset managers are clashing for market share in a new arena: personalization. Thanks to recent technological leaps, Dimensional Fund Advisors hopes to prevail with a newly accessible investment vehicle.

As high interest rates linger, investors are on the hunt for income opportunities. Investors have flocked to fixed-income separate accounts for the promise of personalized portfolios and tax management savvy.

Brie Williams, head of practice management at State Street Global Advisors, is addressing this challenge through her groundbreaking research, redefining the future of wealth management. Her research focuses on understanding the distinct needs of different investor segments, enabling personalized financial services to build stronger relationships and add greater value to clients' lives.

Is consolidation the answer for RIAs who want to compete in a fragmented field? Hightower’s Bob Oros talks about the industry’s future and what investors want from their advisors.

What does the future hold for model portfolios? The Big Picture in Practice podcast team had an enlightening conversation with Eve Cout from BlackRock, who leads the portfolio design and solutions pillar for BlackRock's US wealth advisory. She shared some valuable insights into the growth trajectory and future potential of model portfolios.

Bitcoin exchange-traded funds made a long-awaited splash in the market in early 2024. Asset managers rushed out of the gate with 11 SEC-approved spot bitcoin ETFs, which have already racked up billions of dollars in assets under management.

How much do people in pursuit of higher education really know about their financial options? This week on Big Picture in Practice, Tricia Scarlata Head of Education Savings at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, shares her insights about the costs and benefits of higher education and tips for financial planning.

WisdomTree’s Will Peck believes that tokenized funds could do to ETFs what ETFs did to mutual funds. In this episode, the Big Picture in Practice podcast deciphers the ins and outs of blockchain-enabled asset management.

Has your financial firm been keeping up with the biggest changes in the industry? In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, our hosts, Ben and Julie, sit down with Jen Abate of Lazard Asset Management to explore the shift from product to solution-based operations and what is coming next.

Interval funds have found a foothold in the U.S. private markets, accumulating $48.9 billion in assets under management. These complicated wrappers pull from new private-market opportunities but may be unfamiliar. When are interval funds right for a client?