RIA Collective
Are you a financial advisor stuck with a firm that no longer serves your needs, fits your ideals, or gives you the flexibility to serve your clients as a true fiduciary? That is a tricky place to be, but rest assured, you’re not alone. RIA Collective Podcast is created with you in mind. We interview leaders at Registered Investment Advisory firms to learn from their wisdom and experience. It is our goal to take the fear and mystery out of going independent.Most of the industry leaders we talk with were in the exact same place you find yourself today. They too saw themselves as entrepreneurs. They became an advisor to create flexibility in their lives and help many others create financial security and peace of mind. Like you, those professionals become stifled by their captive environment. Sales quotas, proprietary products and services, the firm’s agenda, compliance, and other factors can make it difficult to grow and to act as a true fiduciary to your clients. RIA Collective podcast is hosted by Charlie Van Derven, an industry veteran who has been serving the advisor community for almost 25 years. During his time working in Financial Services, Charlie has seen trends come and go. One trend that continues with no end in sight, is the migration of advisors from the captive wire-house space to independence.The move to independence can go smoothly, or it can be a battle. Tune in to RIA Collective podcast to learn from industry leaders how to set your practice up for a smooth transition. Learn important things to consider and actions to take 3, 6, 12, or 18 months ahead of your move. Learn how to solidify key client relationships so you can retain the assets you’ve built.If you are an advisor considering a change or an industry leader who is building their firm and has wisdom to share, we would love to talk to you.Visit RIAcollective.com for more information or reach out to Charlie directly on LinkedIn. Thanks for being here.If you'd like to be a guest or connect directly with Charlie, visit https://www.riacollective.com.
Episodes
69 episodes
RIA Collective: Andrew Winig | Why Most Financial Advisors Sound the Same
What makes a financial advisor different?According to Andrew Winig, most advisors struggle to answer that question clearly.In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Andrew Winig, found...
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RIA Collective: Damian Lo Basso | Why RIAs Need a CFO Before They Think They Do
Most RIAs don’t think they need a CFO… until they realize they do.In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Damian Lo Basso, Founder of My RIA CFO, to discuss the financial blind spots...
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RIA Collective: Andree Mohr | Why Advisor Independence Starts With Your “Why”
What does advisor independence actually mean?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Andree Mohr, President of Integrated Partners, to explore why the move to independence is about m...
RIA Collective: Tyson Ray | What Advisors Don’t Know About Succession (And It Costs Them)
What if you don’t actually own your book of business?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Tyson Ray of FORM Wealth Advisors to break down one of the most misunderstood topics in f...
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RIA Collective: Thomas Clawson | The AI CRM Changing How Advisors Build Relationships
What happens when a CRM is built for advisors with AI at its core, instead of having AI bolted on later?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Thomas Clawson, Co-Founder of Slant...
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RIA Collective: Dennis Huergo | What Advisors Get Wrong About Growth and Independence
What does it really take to grow as a financial advisor?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Dennis Huergo of Wealth Enhancement Group to explore the mindset, career decisions, and experiences that sh...
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RIA Collective: Sam Sova | AI Coworkers Are Changing Advisory Firms
AI is everywhere in financial services, but most advisors are only scratching the surface.In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Sam Sova, Co-Founder of Subatomic AI, to expl...
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RIA Collective: Jon Henderson | Building a One-Stop RIA for the Next Decade
What does the next generation of advisory firms actually look like?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Jon Henderson, Founder of Echo45 Advisors, to explore how independen...
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RIA Collective - Jon Randall: How Capacity Constraints Kill Advisor Growth
Most advisors don’t hit a growth ceiling because they lack effort - they hit it because their capacity is broken.In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Dr. Jon Randall, fou...
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RIA Collective: Peter Krull | Building an Independent RIA That Aligns With Your Values
What does it really take to build an advisory firm that aligns with your values - and lasts for decades?In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Peter Krull, Founder of Earth Equit...
The Deeper Purpose of Financial Advisors | Darren Hinshaw on RIA Collective
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Darren Hinshaw, Managing Director at NBC Securities, to discuss the often-overlooked impact financial advisors have on the stability and wellbeing of...
What Independent Advisors Are Getting Wrong About Cybersecurity - With Carm Cicalese
Independent advisors often think cybersecurity is something “the big firms” need to worry about. But the truth? RIAs are often at greater risk.In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Carmine “Carm” Cical...
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From Pro Sports to Fiduciary Finance: Shawn Zell on True Client Alignment
Former NFL & NBA performance-nutrition lead Shawn Zell (Fruition Financial, St. Louis) shares how he pivoted from the Rams and Bucks to fiercely independent financial planning—plus what “true client alignment” really looks like. We cover ra...
Unapologetically Jen: Building a Client-First Practice on Her Own Terms
Welcome to a high-energy, no-BS conversation with Jen Staben, Financial Advisor at Prime Capital and unapologetic force of nature in financial services.In this episode of the RIA Collective, Jen sits down with host Charlie Van Derven to ...
Building Pillars of Independence with Greg Curry
In this engaging episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Greg Curry, founder of Pillar Financial in Louisville, Kentucky. With nearly three decades of experience spanning accounting, insurance, and independent a...
Driving Success with Judd Allen
In this insightful episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven engages in a captivating conversation with Judd Allen of Judd Allen Financial and the ICG Group. They delve into Judd's strategic transition from a broad financial advisory r...
Blueprint for Independence with Justin Stevens
In this compelling episode of RA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven welcomes Justin Stevens, co-founder of O'Keefe Stevens Advisory, based in Rochester, New York. Justin shares his unconventional journey into the financial services sector, sta...
From Marketing to Finance with Sara Stanich
In this episode of RIA Collective, Charlie van der Ven welcomes Sara Stanich of Cultivating Wealth, based in Montauk, New York. Transitioning from a vibrant marketing career to founding her own RIA, Sara shares her journey through the early day...
Moving from Asset Centric to Client Centric in Finance: A Conversation with Tyson Ray
In this insightful episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven engages in a thought-provoking conversation with guest Tyson Ray, the founding partner of Form Wealth Advisors. Urging a transition from a riches-focused mindset to a wealth-...
Navigating Independent RIA Setups with Michael Rasmussen
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven invites Michael Rasmussen of United Atlantic Legal Services to share his expertise in aiding financial advisors in their transition to independent practices. Michael, with a background ...
Niche Mastery in Finance with Emily Haberkern
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Emily Haberkern of Evangelista & Associates to discuss the triumphs and trials of niche marketing within the financial advisory sector. Emily recounts her path to ali...
Mastering Independence: Data Aggregation and Client Management with Sam Kingston
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with Sam Kingston from Arch, a SaaS platform serving family offices and RIAs, to discuss the transition of financial advisors from large firms to independent practices. They c...
Mastering Client-Centric Financial Transitions with Anthony Mlachnik
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with financial expert Anthony Mlachnik in a reflective conversation about the complexities and nuances of navigating client-focused transitions in the financial industry. Anth...
Navigating Independence: The Evolving Landscape of Financial Advising with David Pappalardo
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven sits down with David Pappalardo of Segal Marco Advisors. Together, they dive deep into the world of financial advising and the ever-evolving trajectory towards independence. David sheds...
From Courtroom to Boardroom: Bridging Law and Business with Scott Matasar
In this episode of RIA Collective, host Charlie Van Derven is joined by Scott Matasar, a seasoned attorney with a unique perspective on the intersection of law and business. Dive into the intricacies of navigating legal complexities in the corp...