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Whiskey&WealthTech

Alex Serman

27 episodes

1 week ago

n this special live episode recorded at First Rate’s 2025 WealthTech Connect conference in Dallas, host Alex Serman sits down with Martin Tarlie and Matt Kadnar, co-founders of Nebo Wealth, for a fascinating conversation about the evolution of goals-based investing. They unpack how Nebo bridges the long-standing gap between financial planning and portfolio construction—helping advisors deliver personalization at scale while driving client confidence and better life outcomes. The trio dives in...

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n this special live episode recorded at First Rate’s 2025 WealthTech Connect conference in Dallas, host Alex Serman sits down with Martin Tarlie and Matt Kadnar, co-founders of Nebo Wealth, for a fascinating conversation about the evolution of goals-based investing. They unpack how Nebo bridges the long-standing gap between financial planning and portfolio construction—helping advisors deliver personalization at scale while driving client confidence and better life outcomes. The trio dives in...

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Episodes (20/27)

Whiskey&WealthTech

The Future of Goals-Based Investing: Bridging the Gap Between Planning and Portfolio Construction with Nebo Wealth

n this special live episode recorded at First Rate’s 2025 WealthTech Connect conference in Dallas, host Alex Serman sits down with Martin Tarlie and Matt Kadnar, co-founders of Nebo Wealth, for a fascinating conversation about the evolution of goals-based investing. They unpack how Nebo bridges the long-standing gap between financial planning and portfolio construction—helping advisors deliver personalization at scale while driving client confidence and better life outcomes. The trio dives in...

1 week ago

24 minutes

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Data, Diversification, and the Rise of Private Markets with Carol Penhale

In this Toronto edition of Whiskey & WealthTech, Alex Serman sits down with Carol Penhale, Head of Canada at RIMES Technologies, for a spirited discussion on private markets, data granularity, and wealth trends shaping the future. Over a glass of Glen Breton—the first North American single malt—they explore how institutions are navigating the complexities of private asset data, the growing role of target date funds, and Canada’s outsized position in the alternatives space. Carol also shar...

3 months ago

20 minutes

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Reimagining the ‘Old Fashioned’ Way: AI’s Disruption in Wealth Management with Greg Woolf

In this episode of Whiskey & WealthTech, Alex Serman sits down with Greg Woolf, founder and CEO of AI Think Tank, to sip Knob Creek whiskey and dive into the evolving role of AI in wealth management. From whiskey tasting notes to wealthtech trends, Greg shares his take on generative and agentic AI, the changing expectations of wealth managers, and how firms can stay competitive. Whether you're into bourbon or big data, this episode has something for every modern advisor.

6 months ago

27 minutes

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The Global Triangle: Connecting Capital Across Africa, Europe, and the U.S. with Mouctar Bah

In this episode of Whiskey & WealthTech, host Alex Serman sits down with Mouctar Bah, Co-Founder and President of the Brussels Africa Hub (BAH), to explore how BAH is creating a frictionless flow of capital between Africa, Europe, and the U.S.. Mouctar shares how BAH bridges investors, policymakers, and financial institutions to unlock investment opportunities across the African continent—beyond traditional aid models. They discuss the four pillars of BAH’s mission: ✅ Capacity building fo...

8 months ago

31 minutes

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Transforming WealthTech with Agentic AI and Raising a Glass to Two Years of Whiskey & WealthTech

In this milestone episode of Whiskey and WealthTech, host Alex Serman welcomes back Nayan Madhamshettiwar, Managing Director of Professional Services at First Rate. Together, they celebrate two years of the podcast with a toast to Amrut Fusion, the world's best whiskey of 2024. The conversation dives deep into the advancements in AI within wealth management, exploring the transformative potential of Agentic AI. Nayan explains how this next-generation technology moves beyond large language mod...

10 months ago

11 minutes

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Bridging Technology and Trust: Bart Vanhaeren’s Approach to Empowering Investors

Our latest episode of Whiskey and WealthTech, Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, sits down with Bart Vanhaeren, CEO and co-founder of InvestSuite. Together, they explore the rapidly evolving WealthTech landscape and how InvestSuite is partnering with First Rate to pioneer solutions that blend advanced technology with a deep understanding of human behavior. Bart shares insights into how InvestSuite’s tools are empowering financial institutions to enhance ...

1 year ago

15 minutes

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Special Edition: The Spaulding Group's London Performance and Risk Summit Panel Discussion

The wait is over! 🎉 We are thrilled to release a Special Edition of our Whiskey & WealthTech Podcast, featuring an exclusive panel discussion from the London Performance and Risk Summit! Moderated by Steve O’Brien, and including expert panelists Alex Serman, Alexander Shalson, and Paul Farrar.In this insightful episode, the panel delves into the transformative power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in wealth management. Alex Serman offers a behind-the-scenes look at how First Rate is using...

1 year ago

55 minutes

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Balancing Tech, Client Relationships, and Mentorship in Wealth Management with Jay Morrison

In this episode of ‘Whiskey and WealthTech, host Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, sits down with Jay Morison, a seasoned wealth management professional to share his journey through major firms like Morgan Stanley and Merrill Lynch, highlighting his role as an architect of new ventures. The conversation delves into the nuances of managing multiple stakeholders as a COO, the importance of aligning technology with client-advisor relationships, and the imp...

1 year ago

17 minutes

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The Journey of Transformation: Embracing WealthTech in the Modern World with Susan Agbenoto

In this episode of ‘Whiskey and WealthTech, host Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, explores the profound impact of change and technology in our day-to-day operations with Susan Agbenoto, CIPM, Director of Investment Performance at Opus Investment Management. Join Alex and Susan as they explore the rapid advancements in technology, wealthtech innovations and evolution, long-term sustainability, and the shift to remote work, highlighting how these in...

1 year ago

30 minutes

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How Trust Enables the Integration of Technology with Bruce McKenzie

In our latest episode of Whiskey and WealthTech, our host, Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth & Institutional at First Rate, sits down with Bruce McKenzie, Senior VP of Northern Trust Company. Bruce delves into the critical role of trust in his enduring career and the esteemed reputation of his firm. As an advisor that is constantly and consciously working towards building and maintaining trust with clients, he discusses how critical it is to vet and leverage trusted technology to s...

1 year ago

24 minutes

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WealthTech Visionaries: Building Legacy Beyond Borders with the Dave & Trina Stone

In this episode of Whiskey&WealthTech, host Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, explores the intersections of business innovation, purpose-driven leadership, and the evolving landscape of wealth management. In this special episode we sit down with Dave and Trina Stone, the visionary founders of First Rate, for an insightful conversation spanning from the origins of their company to its enduring legacy.Join Alex, Dave, and Trina as they sip on Mexican ...

1 year ago

22 minutes

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Making a Difference with Purpose-Driven Financial Advice with Derrick Kinney

In this episode of "Whiskey and WealthTech," host Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, engages in a spirited conversation with financial advisor Derrick Kinney. The episode kicks off with a tasting of Teeling Irish Whiskey, setting the stage for a discussion on the intricacies of financial success and the role of generosity in wealth management. Derrick shares his journey from financial advisor to advocate for purpose-focused financial investing. He e...

1 year ago

28 minutes

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Pouring Wine & Wisdom: Fiduciary Responsibility and Investment Insights

Hosted by Alex Serman, Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate, this episode takes a unique turn away from whiskey to explore the world of port wine with guest Stephen Campisi from the Pensar Group. The discussion touches on critical topics such as sustainable withdrawal rates, intergenerational equity, and the shift towards client-focused investing. Campisi emphasizes the need for a client-centric approach, urging professionals to prioritize client goals over s...

1 year ago

36 minutes

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Whisky Blends to Financial Trends with Pete Baksh

In this episode of "Whiskey&WealthTech," host Alex Sermon, Managing Director at First Rate, is joined by Pete Baksh, Chief Investment Officer at First National Bank of Mount Dora. They explore the unique blend of Compass Box's "The Story of the Spaniard" whisky while discussing Pete's fascinating journey in the finance industry. Starting from a background in physics, he entered the trading world, faced challenges during the 2008 financial crisis, and ultimately rose to become the Chief In...

1 year ago

23 minutes

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Cask & Career: WealthTech Talk and Community Involvement with Rachel Guy

Tune into the latest episode of Whiskey and Wealth Tech with our host, Alex Serman, the Managing Director of Wealth and Institutional at First Rate. In this episode, Alex is joined by Rachel Guy, Managing Director of First Rate Community Trust. They explore the world of whiskey while discussing the latest trends in the tech and wealth industry.The duo samples two unique whiskeys from Ironroot Republic, a Texas-based distillery, while embarking on dynamic discussion about Rachel’s journey in t...

1 year ago

17 minutes

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The Founders Arena with Hamza Qadir - Where Innovation Meets Success

In this insightful conversation, we had the pleasure of sitting down with Hamza Qadir, a trailblazer in the world of wealthtech as the Managing Director of The Venture Center and a visionary Founder behind The Founders Arena. This exclusive cohort program is dedicated to fueling revenue opportunities for burgeoning wealth management and tech startups.The accelerator program is ingeniously crafted to assemble a diverse array of wealth managers and technology service providers, fostering collab...

2 years ago

30 minutes

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Interactive Summit Designed to Impact and Empower the Wealth Management Industry

Welcome to the latest episode of Whiskey&WealthTech! In this engaging conversation, we sat down with Patrick Fowler, President and COO of The Spaulding Group, to delve into the captivating members-only Spaulding Group Forum. These dynamic forums, fueled by the fervor of dedicated wealth management industry professionals - from institutional asset managers to the vendors that support them - have shaped numerous facets of the industry's evolution. We discuss an array of compelling top...

2 years ago

13 minutes

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Empowering Wealth Managers: Maximizing Fixed Income Investments with a Strategic Partnership

Welcome to another episode of Whiskey and WealthTech! In this insightful discussion, we had the pleasure of sitting down with David Curtis, the esteemed Head of Global Client Business at bondIT. Together, we delved into the fascinating realm of explainable AI technology and Machine Learning, specifically exploring their invaluable role in revolutionizing Fixed Income investing for wealth managers. Our conversation shed light on the transformative power of this strategic partnership betw...

2 years ago

25 minutes

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First Rate Single Barrel Pick with Andalusia Whiskey Co

First Rate sits down with co-owner of Andalusia Whiskey Co, Ty Phelps, to discuss picking our very own single malt whiskey barrel that we can share and enjoy with our clients, co-workers and community. We discussed the fermenting, distilling, and aging process that the Andalusia Whiskey Co. goes through to make their ‘Irish-Style’ Single Malt in the unique Texas Hill Country environment.

2 years ago

9 minutes

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Creating Transparency with ESG Data through Strategic Partnerships and Innovation

In our latest episode of Whiskey and WealthTech, we sat down with ESG expert and CEO of OWL ESG to discuss the challenges of ESG data and the evolution of how that data has been processed and reported over time. Listen to our full podcast to learn how OWL ESG and First Rate have created a strategic partnership to leverage innovation and wealthtech to increase efficiency, enhance transparency, and improve the overall quality of the data.

2 years ago

31 minutes