Allow us to introduce James Studinger, a man who believes ‘Wealth is a Choice’, as he shares in his bestseller of the same name. James, a Yooper, has shaped his financial advising approach through his outdoor adventures in Michigan's Upper Peninsula. His experiences, from hiking across the U.P. to conquering Ironman races and climbing Mt. Rainier, have instilled in him a philosophy of meticulous planning, balanced strategy, and a relentless pursuit of excellence. On this episode of The Active Advisor podcast, host Bryan Moore chats with James Studinger, Owner of JPStudinger Group, about his big three investment strategies for building wealth. Spoiler alert: James is a firm believer in active management of his investments and a fan of Roth Savings over pre-tax contributions because taxes are set to rise.

Meet Bruce Berry; he’s intentionally not that guy. He’s not the guy who chases every business opportunity. He’s not someone who spends time on LinkedIn prospecting and connecting with potential clients. In fact, he doesn’t even have a LinkedIn account. He believes that fostering a fewer deep, and highly customized client relationships brings greater long-term value than managing mediocre relationships with many clients. 100% of his new business growth comes from referrals. Meet Bruce Berry, the founder of Genesis Financial Partners. On this episode of The Active Advisor podcast, host Bryan Moore chats with Bruce about the world of active management and its potential effectiveness in beating the index. Discover how Bruce's customized approach to financial advisory and focus on building strong relationships has had a positive impact on his clients' lives. Gain valuable insights on managing money through a highly customized lens and how to select a broker dealer that works for you.

‘Family First’ is a philosophy many believe in, yet few follow it in their work life. Why? Is it really possible to build a successful business around this philosophy? How about doing it while transitioning from a stable wholesaler career in financial advisory to the independent advisory side? Anthony Zanetti shows us how. On this episode of The Active Advisor podcast, host Bryan Moore chats with Anthony Zanetti, Partner and Financial Consultant at Mardin Capital Group, a wealth management firm based out of Portsmouth, New Hampshire. Join us as we learn how to build a successful advisory around the ‘Family First’ principle and adapt to the shift from a high-paying wholesaler job to an independent advisor. Anthony discusses different touchpoints related to retirement planning and financial advising. We cover the importance of keeping up to date with new software, the challenges of building trust with clients, and the benefits of active management in the industry. Anthony also shares his unique perspective and experiences, offering valuable insights to listeners.

Discover why community involvement, philanthropy, and doing what’s right clients is at the core of Rany Cohen’s advisory practice. Catch this episode of The Active Advisor podcast, where host Bryan Moore chats with Randy Cohen, Financial Advisor at IHT Wealth Management. Join them as they discuss the world of finance, the importance of active management, and why keeping your hands on the wheel matters.

What’s the single most important part of an Advisor’s website and how can you maximize its impact? Why does it matter if we can see your pupils? For answers to these questions and many more actionable tips to improve your website and LinkedIn profile, catch this episode of The Active Advisor. Host Bryan Moore chats with Matt Kress who is actively building innovative growth strategies using AI for mid-market enterprises. Bryan and Matt discuss the importance of optimizing an advisor's online presence, specifically focusing on their website and LinkedIn profile. They highlight the need for advisors to differentiate themselves through uncommon commonalities and how to provide valuable content to prospects.

Discover the unconventional journey of Matt Zeigler, Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor at Sunpointe Investments, as he shares insights on the role of trust, connection, and creativity in advisory. Host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, explores topics ranging from the impact of being unlucky early in one's career to the parallels between an advisor's role and that of a music producer. Join the conversation on The Active Advisor podcast and learn how Springsteen's "Money for Nothing" influenced Matt's investment philosophy.

Curious what it looks like when you leave a high-paying job on Wall Street to purchase the family business? Why is estate planning a crucial part of the financial planning process? Why is financial services a great career choice for women? Your search ends here; click the link and listen to the podcast. Welcome to another episode of The Active Advisor podcast where host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Barbara Ginty, CFP®, CEPA®, and President of Independent Financial Services.

Do you want to know the power of using AI in investment management and how it can help RIAs attract and retain clients? Are you aware of the importance of creating exceptional investment experiences, and how AI can be used to improve customer service, compliance, and marketing efforts? It’s within your reach: just listen to this podcast. Welcome to another episode of The Active Advisor podcast where host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by David Marra, Co-Founder and Head of Portfolio Management at Markin Asset Management. David has a unique understanding of how investment management can be a secret weapon for transforming RIAs and driving their business growth to new heights. In this episode, David reveals: -The potential of AI to revolutionize global growth and the investment industry -Ways RIAs can use AI to improve their practices -The importance of marrying AI with traditional economic and financial principles -Why RIAs should focus on their areas of expertise and find specialized partners to handle other functions

Do you want to know what separates successful advisors from the rest? Are you ready for insights on growth coaching, technology consulting, and advisor training and development as the foundation for scaling your business? It’s easier than you may think and within your reach! Check out this episode to learn more. Welcome to another episode of The Active Advisor podcast where host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Alisa Maute, CIMA®, CAIA℠ , and EVP of Advisor Growth Solutions at LPL Financial. Alisa shares her wealth of experience in the financial services industry and her advocacy for women in finance. Some highlights from the episode: -Leaning into your superpowers as an independent advisor -The broken rung for women climbing the financial ladder -6 key characteristics of high-performing advisors

Do you want to stand out from other advisors in the industry? Did you know that writing a book or getting one ghostwritten can help build trust with clients? It’s easy and within your reach; just listen to this podcast. Welcome to another episode of The Active Advisor podcast where host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Michael Levin, the New York Times Best-Selling Author, prolific ghostwriter, and CEO of AdvisorGhost. Michael’s company plans, ghostwrites, publishes, distributes, and markets books written for financial advisors, wealth managers, and insurance professionals as marketing, thought leadership, and sales tools. Michael shares insights on: -How telling your story can help define and attract your target audience -How to monetize your book by making it front and center -Writing a book with limited time and resources -Best-selling author vs. best-earning author -Why independent publishing is the way to go, hands down, for advisors

Welcome to this special Best of 2023 episode of The Active Advisor podcast brought to you by Harbor Capital, with your host, Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital. As the year winds down and the new one is around the corner, let’s spend some time casting the mind back to some of the amazing guests who’ve graced this show and the wonderful insights they shared. From earliest money memories to setting up an advisory practice, the best advice for advisors, and viewing active investing from different lenses, this episode has you covered!

Do you get anxious when making investment decisions? Would you rather dip your toes into the markets before jumping in head first? If so, join us on this episode of The Active Advisor podcast where host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Michael Heyman, CFA®, Investment Counselor at Heyman Investment Counseling LLC. Michael discusses: -How self-awareness can lead to better financial decisions -Advantages of short-term problems for long-term investors -How to talk to clients about market volatility -Tips to overcome investment anxiety

Welcome to this episode of The Active Advisor, where your host, Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Komson Silapachai, CFA®, and Partner at Sage Advisory Services, an investment and asset management company for institutional investors and private clients. Join us as we discuss the following topics: - Komson’s first memory of money - The process of building a portfolio - The tone and theme of conversations with advisors - Notes from the desk: Sage’s weekly market commentary - Why active and passive are made up categories

In this episode of The Active Advisor, host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Sarin A. Barsoumian, CFP®, CRPC®, LPL Financial Advisor and Founder at SMB Financial Strategies. Join us as we discuss the following topics: -Sarin’s journey to starting her own practice -Leveraging a fractional CIO as an independent advisor -Establishing three buckets of work to get clients to take action -Building multigenerational client relationships -Diversity and inclusion – women in finance

In this episode of The Active Advisor, host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Bruce Lee, Founder and CEO of Keebeck Wealth Management, a boutique, independent advisory firm. Bruce has over three decades of experience in finance and has been named among the top financial advisors by both Barron’s and the Financial Times. Join us as we discuss the following topics: -Monetizing intuition and how it plays into volatility -The concept of investment vertebrae in diversification -Advice for advisors considering going independent -Lessons learned through going independent

In this episode of The Active Advisor, host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Brian Portnoy, CFA and Founder of Shaping Wealth, a learning technology platform transforming the human experience of money. Brian Portnoy, Ph.D., CFA, is an expert in the psychology of money. He is also the founder of Shaping Wealth, an applied behavioral finance coaching and content platform serving the global wealth and investment industries. Join us as we discuss the following topics: -The difference between being rich and wealthy -Holistic wellbeing vs. portfolio outperformance -The only two questions that matter in client conversations -How to adapt to the evolution of changing advisor - client relationships -Building human-centric wealth cultures -Emotional intelligence and why it matters

Today, we have a special episode of The Active Advisor podcast as our famed host, Bryan Moore, ETF and Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, steps into the guest seat. Interviewing him is Glenn McBride, Head of Distribution Operations at Harbor. They dive into Bryan's journey from the US Army to capital markets, the role of a capital markets expert, strategic approaches to product development, and key insights from The Active Advisor podcast.

Welcome to the latest episode of The Active Advisor podcast with Bryan Moore, ETF and Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital. Joining us today is Yohance Harrison, BFA™, CRPC®, and CEO at Money Script Wealth Management. Yohance Harrison has a 22-year career in financial advisory and management, and after a decade in corporate America, he departed to start his own firm, Money Script Wealth Management. He is passionate about financial literacy and provides financial education courses for colleges and organizations across the United States. Join us as we discuss different touch points around wealth management, including: The concept behind the money script How the BFA has transformed client interactions and improved the bottom line The smart money management philosophy Growing your book of business solely through referrals Building an authentic brand How to build and evaluate your tech stack as an independent advisor

Welcome to the latest episode of The Active Advisor podcast. Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, and Gavin Ernst co-host today's episode. Join them as they welcome Nicole Middendorf, CEO and Wealth Advisor at Prosperwell Financial. Nicole is a money maven, a knowledge junkie, and a born coach. She is an entrepreneur who left Morgan Stanley in 2003 to run her own wealth management firm, Prosperwell Financial. Nicole is the author of five books, a world traveler, a philanthropist, and an accomplished public speaker. Join us as we discuss different touch points around finance, including: How to achieve the “wow experience” for your clients How does the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst certification differentiate Nicole’s practice Statistics say 1 in 3 people are happy, learn how Nicole beats these odds Finding the balance between customization and standardization in investment management Nicole’s passion for diversity in the financial workspace How to leverage LinkedIn to grow your brand, philosophy, and culture Whether wealthy single women are an underserved segment in wealth advisory Nicole’s philosophy on active management

In this episode of The Active Advisor, host Bryan Moore, ETF Capital Markets Expert at Harbor Capital, is joined by Tunde Ogunlana, CFS, CES, Founder, and Family Wealth Advisor at Axial Family Advisors, an independent wealth advisory firm with a holistic approach to working with its clients. Tunde has over 20 years of experience as a financial planner and advisor. He founded Axial Family Advisors in 2015 after being employed by one of the world’s largest financial services firms. Tunde has been passionate about community and non-profit involvement since the start of his career in 2001 and currently serves on the board of Governors for the Museum of Art Ft. Lauderdale. Join us for a fascinating conversation where we cover the following touchpoints: The role of humility in building a business Building generational wealth Defining the ideal customer profile Advice for setting up your practice Key skills for advisors Active vs. passive management