Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa

Elite Consulting Partners

Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa offers unfiltered guidance and advice for financial advisors, wealth management professionals, and entrepreneurs alike who are interested in maximizing both their business and personal potential. Informed by Frank's unique insights and his personal conversations with industry leaders, the dynamic discussion topics of Advisor Talk include business ownership, leadership, practice management, transition and recruiting, marketing and branding, as well as a host of financial services related topics related to wirehouse, regional, and RIA advisors, firms, and teams. Frank’s goal, and the goal of his team at Elite Consulting Partners, is now as ever to be the go-to resource for actionable information and trusted guidance to elevate you and your career at whatever stage you may be.

  1. Which CRM Should Financial Advisors Choose?

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    Which CRM Should Financial Advisors Choose?

    Show highlights include: -AI note-takers and why 2025 is shaping up to be “the year of the note taker”. -How advisors are using automation to reclaim time and improve meeting quality. -Why organic growth is becoming a top priority for billion-dollar RIAs. -The true indicators that it’s time to outgrow an entry-level CRM. -How disconnected systems create hidden cost drains inside every firm. -Why Salesforce is becoming the long-term “holy grail” for growth-minded advisors. -The KPIs most advisors aren’t tracking - but should. Brian and Sue make one thing clear: the firms winning today are the ones treating CRM as the engine of the entire business - the system where data, insights, efficiency, and client experience all come together. Download our whitepaper here: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com/resources/  Articles discussed today include:   https://www.deloitte.com/us/en/insights/industry/financial-services/financial-services-industry-outlooks/investment-management-industry-outlook.html https://finance.yahoo.com/news/customer-satisfaction-individual-annuities-strained-120000029.html? https://www.investmentnews.com/fintech/summit-financial-massmutual-boost-advisor-appeal-with-growth-focused-tech/261873? Learn more about our companies and resources: -Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com -Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors: https://elitemarketingconcepts.com -Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions: https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com -JEDI Database Solutions | Technology Solutions for Advisors: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com   Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/

    32 min
  2. M&A Masterclass with Jon Kuttin

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    M&A Masterclass with Jon Kuttin

    Frank and Jon unpack: • Why today's competitive landscape means growth-motivated buyers must approach deals differently. • The three core reasons advisors pursue acquisitions - and which ones actually lead to long-term success. • How leverage, bank financing, and EBITDA-based lending really work in practice. • Why “fixer-upper” books may offer the strongest ROI. • How elite buyers win deals by understanding the emotional side of selling a practice. • The art of creating a safe landing place for sellers, their teams, and their clients. • Why phased buyouts and seller glide paths often create better retention and better economics for everyone. Jon also shares numbers, structures, and stories that demystify the math behind buying a practice - and the mindset required to scale from practitioner to true enterprise builder. If you're a buyer, seller, or advisor considering M&A in any form, this episode is a blueprint you can’t afford to miss. Resources: Jon Kuttin’s LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/jonathankuttin   Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors: https://elitemarketingconcepts.com Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions: https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com JEDI Database Solutions | Data Intelligence for Advisors: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/eliteconsultingpartners

    50 min
  3. Cetera CEO Mike Durbin on the Future of Independent Financial Advisors

    26 NOV.

    Cetera CEO Mike Durbin on the Future of Independent Financial Advisors

    From there, the conversation turns to what advisors actually experience on the ground: Cetera’s unique ownership with Genstar and the benefits of a “fresh clock” • The breadth of affiliation models and why Cetera calls itself a “forever home”. • How multi-custody (Pershing, Fidelity/NFS, Schwab, self-clearing) helps recruiting and M&A. • Insights on Avantax, Concourse, and ongoing industry consolidation. • Why advisor equity ownership strengthens alignment. • Cetera’s focus on organic growth through regional teams and the Growth Line program. • How the firm thinks about transition deals, scale, and long-term profitability. • What advisors may not realize about Cetera’s structure, communities, and support model. Frank and Mike also contrast Cetera’s approach to scale with other major players, discuss the realities of transition deals in a changing rate environment, and talk about why insurance, tax, and planning-based advice remain central to a “super hybrid” advisor value proposition. If you’re an advisor considering independence - or re-evaluating your current platform - this conversation offers a detailed, unscripted look at how Cetera operates, what makes it different, and how it’s preparing for what Mike calls a very “dynamic” next ten years in wealth management. Resources: Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors: https://elitemarketingconcepts.com Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions: https://eliteadvisorsuccessions.com JEDI Database Solutions | Data Intelligence for Advisors: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/eliteconsultingpartners

    54 min
  4. M&A Outlook 2026: Dual Monetization, PE Pitfalls & What Advisors Need to Know

    24 NOV.

    M&A Outlook 2026: Dual Monetization, PE Pitfalls & What Advisors Need to Know

    This conversation covers: -Why M&A activity has accelerated in 2025 - and why 2026 may be even bigger. -The growing appeal of dual monetization for advisors who want flexibility. -Why partial sales can limit control and create long-term complications. -How technology, data quality, and operational readiness drive your valuation. -The emotional side of selling - and why so many deals stall late in the process. -Why larger platforms often offer deeper buyer pools and stronger financing options. -What advisors should start updating now to strengthen a future exit. Whether you’re planning to sell soon, exploring a transition, or simply trying to position your practice for the next phase, this episode delivers clear guidance, real-world examples, and forward-looking insights to help you make informed decisions. Tune in and prepare your practice for what’s ahead in 2026 and beyond. Elite Consulting Partners | Financial Advisor Transitions: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com Elite Marketing Concepts | Marketing Services for Financial Advisors: https://elitemarketingconcepts.com Elite Advisor Successions | Advisor Mergers and Acquisitions: https://eliteadvisorssuccessions.com JEDI Database Solutions | Data Intelligence for Advisors: https://jedidatabasesolutions.com Listen to more Advisor Talk episodes: https://eliteconsultingpartners.com/podcasts/ Follow us on LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/company/eliteconsultingpartners

    36 min
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À propos

Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa offers unfiltered guidance and advice for financial advisors, wealth management professionals, and entrepreneurs alike who are interested in maximizing both their business and personal potential. Informed by Frank's unique insights and his personal conversations with industry leaders, the dynamic discussion topics of Advisor Talk include business ownership, leadership, practice management, transition and recruiting, marketing and branding, as well as a host of financial services related topics related to wirehouse, regional, and RIA advisors, firms, and teams. Frank’s goal, and the goal of his team at Elite Consulting Partners, is now as ever to be the go-to resource for actionable information and trusted guidance to elevate you and your career at whatever stage you may be.

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