John O’Connell is the founder of The Oasis Group, a leading consultancy helping RIAs, IBDs, and asset managers build the tech stack of the future.
With over 30 years of experience at firms like Merrill Lynch, KPMG, and Oracle, John brings a rare blend of sales, tech, and executive insight to the wealth management space. At Oasis, he now advises firms on tool selection, AI strategy, and how to scale with modern infrastructure.
In this episode, we talk about:
Please enjoy our conversation with John O’Connell.
Doug Fritz is the co-founder and Executive Chairman of F2 Strategy, North America’s leading wealthtech consulting firm.
After a career as CTO and technology leader at Credit Suisse, Wells Fargo, and First Republic, Doug launched F2 Strategy to help RIAs, family offices, banks, and trust companies navigate technology, data, and M&A decisions with hands-on industry expertise.
In this episode, we talk about:
Please enjoy our conversation with Doug Fritz.
Andrew Ladwig is the Director of Business Development at Wealthbox, a CRM purpose-built for financial advisors.
With 15 years in the industry—from wholesaling to roles at Advyzon and Wealthbox—Andrew brings a broad perspective on how firms are using technology to build more efficient, client-centric practices.
In this episode, we talk about why CRMs often fail, how workflows, integrations, and data actionability drive advisor success, and the future of advice.
Please enjoy our conversation with Andrew Ladwig.
Venu Reddy is the President of FBS Securities, co-founder of 42VC, and author of The Ultimate Guide to Cash Balance Plans.
In this episode, Venu shares his journey from Wall Street to launching his own RIA and VC firm—and why he's now focused on helping high earners and business owners build smarter retirement strategies. We dive deep into cash balance plans (CBPs) and how they compare to 401(k)s and IRAs, when they make sense, and how advisors can use them to grow AUM while adding real value to clients. Venu also shares two compelling case studies—one where a CBP worked extremely well, and one where it didn’t—and the lessons learned from each.
Please enjoy our conversation with Venu Redd
Kabir Sethi is the former Chief Product Officer at LPL Financial and a veteran of Merrill Lynch and Bank of America.
In this episode, Kabir shares what he's learned leading product at some of the largest firms in wealth management—and where he sees the future going. We discuss the challenge of getting advisors to adopt new tech, what drives buy vs. build decisions at big firms, and how AI agents and automation will reshape advisor workflows. Kabir also weighs in on the growing divide between nimble RIAs and slow-moving wirehouses, the risks and rewards of building in-house tech stacks, and why he thinks consolidation is coming to WealthTech.
Please enjoy our conversation with Kabir Sethi.
Matt Reiner is the Managing Partner at Capital Investment Advisors and Wela Strategies, and the creator of Future Proof Advisor.
In this episode, Matt shares his journey growing a multi-billion-dollar advisory firm, launching a tech startup, and what he learned from shutting it down.
We talk about the future of financial advice, including how AI and virtual reality will transform advisor workflows, training, and client relationships. Matt also discusses the mindset advisors need to stay relevant and how firms can use innovation to better serve clients and scale sustainably.
Please enjoy our conversation with Matt Reiner.
Brendan Frazier is the Chief Behavior Officer at RFG Advisory and the host of The Human Side of Money podcast.
In this episode, Brendan shares his journey from sales to financial planning, and why he believes emotional intelligence—not technical skill—is the future of the industry. We talk about how technology is reshaping the advisor’s role, why connecting with clients on a human level matters more than ever, and how small changes in communication can build stronger, more lasting relationships.
Please enjoy our conversation with Brendan Frazier.
Cary Carbonaro is a financial advisor, author, and women’s wealth advocate.
In this episode, she shares how she got started in finance, what it was like working in a male-dominated industry, and why she’s focused her career on empowering women. We talk about the upcoming $30 trillion wealth transfer, how women think differently about money, and what advisors can do to better connect with female clients.
Please enjoy our conversation with Cary Carbonaro.
Ariel Lee built her financial advisory practice primarily from LinkedIn, growing one of the largest followings of any advisor on the platform today.
In this episode, she shares her unconventional path from automotive finance to wealth management, the financial pitfalls she witnessed, and how those experiences shape her approach to advising clients. We also discuss marketing on LinkedIn, the power of authenticity and relatability, and finding a niche.
Please enjoy our conversation with Ariel Lee.
Jeremiah Desmarais is the CEO of Advisorist and a member of the Forbes Coaches Council. He’s helped over 10,000 financial advisors and insurance agents grow their practices—and in this episode, he shares exactly how. We talk about the journey from scrappy startups to billion-dollar exits, the evolution of advisor marketing, and why the shift from “advisor” to “coach” is changing the game.
Jeremiah explains why emotional storytelling is more powerful than logic, how LinkedIn has become the most underrated client acquisition platform in wealth management, and what it really takes to build a seven-figure practice working just four days a week. If you’re looking to scale with less stress and more intention, this one’s for you.
Please enjoy our conversation with Jeremiah Desmarais.
Derek Kinney is the founder of the Good Money Framework and Success for Advisors, drawing from his experience as a Forbes top 1% advisor.
In this episode, Derek shares insights from his unconventional journey, including how community engagement helped him scale his advisory practice. We discuss effective marketing strategies, practical ways to identify your ideal client by focusing on relatable pain points, and how to bridge generational gaps by connecting emotionally with clients. We also explore how advisors can position their value beyond traditional portfolio management, the importance of tying financial success to purpose, and key lessons learned from Derek’s own entrepreneurial transitions.
Please enjoy our conversation with Derek Kinney.
https://www.successforadvisors.com/
Noah Damsky is the founder of Marina Wealth Advisors, a boutique wealth management firm specializing in alternative investments and tailored financial planning. With a career that spans roles at renowned institutions like PIMCO, Bessemer Trust, and the Los Angeles County Pension Fund, Noah brings a unique perspective to the world of private markets and wealth advisory.
In this episode, Noah shares his journey from working with institutional investors to launching his own firm, offering valuable insights into the rise of alternative investments and their growing role in client portfolios. We dive into the nuances of private market investing, from evaluating fund managers and understanding liquidity challenges to aligning private and public market exposure for diversification. Noah also discusses practical due diligence strategies, the importance of realized versus unrealized returns, and how financial advisors can navigate the complexities of the alternative investment landscape to better serve their clients.
Please enjoy our conversation with Noah Damsky.
Tim Welsh is the president of Nexus Strategy, a consulting firm dedicated to helping financial advisors grow their businesses. With a career spanning roles at Merrill Lynch and Schwab, Tim has been at the forefront of practice management and the evolution of the wealth management industry.
In this episode, Tim shares his journey from Wall Street to launching Nexus Strategy, offering insights into how financial advisors can scale their practices by simplifying complexity, focusing on niche markets, and leveraging technology. We explore the evolution of the wealth tech ecosystem, the challenges of "tech piles" versus unified solutions, and the transformative potential of AI in improving productivity and client engagement. Tim also provides actionable advice for new and independent advisors looking to grow beyond the early stages of their careers.
Please enjoy our conversation with Tim Welsh.
Dave Thornton is the CEO and co-founder of Vested, a platform designed to help startup employees unlock the value of their stock options.
In this episode, Dave dives into the complexities of stock options, the challenges of providing liquidity for startup employees, and how Vested is bridging the gap by offering innovative funding solutions. We also discuss the evolving private markets, the role of secondary markets, and the increasing need for liquidity as companies stay private longer.
Please enjoy our conversation with Dave Thornton.
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The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Meb Faber, Brent Beshore, Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Dave Thornton at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/davejthornton/
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Key Takeaways
The Liquidity Challenge for Startup Employees: As startups stay private longer, employees face significant challenges in accessing liquidity for their stock options, leading to missed opportunities to realize the value of their equity.
The Growing Importance of Secondary Markets: With extended IPO timelines, the need for robust secondary markets has increased, providing employees and investors with alternative ways to access liquidity without waiting for a public offering.
Equity as a Recruitment and Retention Tool: Founders who proactively build liquidity options for employees stand to gain a competitive edge in recruitment and retention by offering a more tangible reward for employees' contributions.
The Complexity of Pricing Private Company Stock: Accurately valuing stock options in a private company is a difficult task due to the lack of real-time pricing, and employees must navigate issues like 409A valuations and the fluctuating value of their equity.
Corey Hoffstein is a quantitative researcher, portfolio manager, and financial innovator.
In this episode, Corey shares his insights on return stacking, the overlooked impact of rebalancing timing, and how to find alpha in increasingly efficient markets. We also explore his views on trend following, the 13-month momentum anomaly, and how his innovative ETF strategies are reshaping portfolio construction.
Please enjoy our conversation with Corey Hoffstein.
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The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Meb Faber, Brent Beshore, Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Corey Hoffstein at:
https://www.newfoundresearch.com/
https://www.returnstacking.com/
https://flirtingwithmodels.com/
https://twitter.com/choffstein
https://www.linkedin.com/in/coreyhoffstein/
https://www.amazon.com/Corey-Hoffstein/e/B0BLYBQ4XR
https://www.youtube.com/c/FlirtingwithModels
https://papers.ssrn.com/sol3/papers.cfm?abstract_id=3981826
https://blog.thinknewfound.com/
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Key Takeaways 1. Return stacking is an innovative approach to portfolio construction that allows investors to maintain core exposures while adding diversifying strategies without sacrificing traditional allocations. 2. Rebalancing timing can have a significant and often overlooked impact on portfolio performance, highlighting the importance of considering 'when' in addition to 'what' and 'how' in investment strategies. 4. The 13-month momentum anomaly suggests that the optimal combination of lookback period and holding period for momentum strategies may be around 13 months, challenging traditional views on momentum investing. 4. Quantitative strategies need to balance theoretical efficiency with practical implementation considerations when moving from research to product development, especially in the context of ETFs and retail investor accessibility.
Jared Dillian is a writer, trader, musician, entrepreneur and educator.
In this episode, Jared shares his views on the potential $8 trillion private equity bubble, the current market environment, and how the relationship between time and money impacts financial success. We also discuss his views on commodities, investing strategies, personal finance tips and his books including his upcoming collection of short stories
Enjoy our conversation with Jared Dillian.
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Links
The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Meb Faber, Brent Beshore, Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Jared Dillian at:
https://www.jareddillianmoney.com/
https://www.youtube.com/c/TheJaredDillianShow
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jared-dillian-411aaa1b
https://www.amazon.com/No-Worries-live-stress-free-financial/dp/1804090409/
https://www.amazon.com/Night-Moves-stories-Jared-Dillian-ebook/dp/B0DDLB49X1
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Key Takeaways
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Timestamps
00:00 The Unsustainability of the Private Equity Bubble 02:17 Comparing the Private Equity Craze to the SPAC Craze 09:41 The Potential for a New Super Cycle in Commodities 12:06 Understanding the Relationship Between Time and Money 17:45 Managing Finances: Keeping Money Separate to Avoid Conflicts 20:05 Investment Strategies for Retail Investors: Active Management and Diversification 21:57 The 'Awesome Portfolio': A Balanced and Low-Volatility Investment Strategy 23:38 Consistency in Asset Allocation Throughout an Investor's Career
Brent Beshore is the CEO and founder of Permanent Equity, a private equity fund uniquely focused on the long-term.
In this episode, we dive into Brent’s journey into private equity, the value of operational experience as an investor, the diligence process, leadership, and the importance of long-term relationships and compounding.
Enjoy our conversation with Brent Beshore.
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Links:
The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Brent Beshore at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/brentbeshore/
https://twitter.com/BrentBeshore
https://www.permanentequity.com/
https://www.permanentequity.com/content/how-to-acquire-your-first-smaller-company
https://www.mainstreetsummit.com/
Other links mentioned:
https://www.giantworldwide.com/
https://www.amazon.com/100X-Leader-How-People-Follow/dp/1119519442
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Key Takeaways
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00:00 Introduction and Background 03:07 The Value of Operational Experience in Private Equity 09:09 Building Long-Term Relationships and Healthy Cultures 17:37 Advice for Buying Small Businesses 27:31 Understanding Personality Types for Effective Leadership 31:13 Assuming Risks and Being Properly Compensated in Small Business Investing
Diana Cabrices is the founder of Diana Cabrices Consulting and the wealth industry's first Chief Evangelist, helping firms establish a strong brand presence to attract and retain clients. In this episode, we dive into Diana's journey into brand evangelism, the importance of building relatability as a financial advisory, how to both scale trust and drive better client engagement in a digital world, and how to do all of it compliantly. Please enjoy our conversation with Diana Cabrices. ----
Links:
The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Diana Cabrices at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/dianacabrices/
https://www.youtube.com/@dianacabrices
Diana’s Compliant Online Reviews Template: https://wealthtender.com/grow/online-reviews-playbook/
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Key Takeaways:
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Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction and the Role of Brand Evangelists 02:07 Differentiation and the Importance of Dynamic People 04:00 Relatability and Authenticity in the Wealth Industry 07:39 Client Engagement in a Digital Strategy 13:48 The Power of Client Testimonials for Referrals
Justin Castelli is multifaceted. He is the founder of RLS Wealth, the AGC, and PRST, as well as the host of the LifeDesign+ podcast. He is a speaker, a poet, and a strong advocate for living an authentic life and helping others to do the same.
In this episode, we explore Justin's journey to authenticity, his approach to client relationships, and how he encourages clients to pursue their interests and passions. We also discuss the evolving role of financial planners, why being less focused on the numbers when setting goals can actually be beneficial in the long run, and how Justin's supporting other financial advisors through initiatives like the Advisor Growth Community.
Please enjoy our conversation with Justin Castelli.
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Links:
The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Justin Castelli at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/justincastelli/
https://www.justincastelli.io/
https://open.spotify.com/show/4BhLKTrF1Jz7eyEacHwQ76?si=a4e747d6cf3d4986 ----
Key Takeaways
---- Timestamps 00:00- Introduction by Cameron Howe and guest introduction of Justin Castelli.
00:22 - Justin Castelli talks about the origins of RLS Wealth and its name.
01:08 - Justin Castelli explains what it means to be his authentic self and the impact it has had on his life.
05:17 - Cameron Howe shares a personal story about authenticity in the workplace.
07:27 - Justin Castelli describes his various ventures and the importance of following his passions.
13:21 - Justin Castelli discusses how he encourages clients to pursue their interests and passions.
25:09 - Cameron Howe and Justin Castelli talk about the future role of financial advisors and life planners in an AI-driven world.
Travis Freeman is a partner at a $30 billion RIA and author of Make Your Money Work and The Fortune of Youth, his newest release that explains how time is the greatest asset for building wealth.
In this episode, we talk about Travis's journey from a life-changing accident to becoming a top financial advisor. We also discuss his experience building a startup, how he approaches marketing, the future of wealth management, AI, Madonna, and much more.
Please enjoy our conversation with Travis Freeman.
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Links:
The Investipal Podcast is produced by www.investipal.co. Past guests include Peter Lazaroff, Douglas Boneparth, Jamie Hopkins, Tyrone Ross and many more.
Follow us on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/investipal | www.linkedin.com/in/cameronhowe/; Twitter: www.twitter.com/camhowe16 | www.twitter.com/investipal; Tiktok: www.tiktok.com/@camhowe16 | www.tiktok.com/@investipal; or Instagram: www.instagram.com/investipal/
Find Travis Freeman at:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/traviscfp/
https://monetagroup.com/professional/travis-freeman/
https://www.amazon.ca/Make-Your-Money-Work-Performance/dp/074147557X
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Key Takeaways
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Timestamps
00:00 The Journey of a Financial Advisor: From Door-to-Door Sales to Wealth Management 06:19 The Power of Time: Leveraging Finite Resources for Financial Success 21:52 Financial Education and the Client-Centered Approach in Wealth Management