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Today, we're taking you on an exclusive journey behind the scenes of one of the industry's most coveted events: the MarketCounsel Summit. 

We spent an entire day recording 18 back-to-back podcast interviews. It was a marathon, but we couldn't have done it without the help of some truly amazing people. A huge thank you goes out to Brian Hamburger and Ryan Marcus from MarketCounsel, who helped make this episode possible. Erica Ellis, Conference and Event Manager from Intention.ly, was an incredible event wingman, and Kevin Hirshorn, our talented podcast producer and editor at large worked miracles to bring it all together.

Last, we want to thank the 18 guests you'll hear from in this episode. These experts generously shared their time and insights with us, and we couldn't be more grateful. 

1. Brian Hamburger - Founder of MarketCounsel and the Hamburger Law Firm
2. Joe Anthony - President & Co-Owner, Gregory FCA
3. Megan Carpenter - CEO & Co-Founder, FiComm Partners
4. Scott MacKillop - CEO, First Ascent Asset Management
5. Suleman Din - Advisor Intelligence Lead, AdvisorEngine 
6. Brian McLaughlin - President, Orion Advisor Technology 
7. Eric Clarke - CEO, Orion Advisor Services 
8. Aaron Klein - CEO & Co-Founder, Riskalyze 
9. Joel Bruckenstein - FinTech Expert, T3 Technology Tools for Today
10. Zach Conway - Founder & CEO, Seeds Investor
11. Anthony Stich - CRO, Entrustody
12. Spenser Segal - CEO, ActiFi
13. David Wood - Founder & Chief Visionary Officer, Gateway Financial Partners 
14. Stephanie Bogan - Founder, Chief Possibility Officer, Limitless Adviser Coaching 
15. Martine Lellis - Chief Talent & Administrative Officer, Mercer Advisors 
16. Shannon Spotswood - President, RFG Advisory 
17. David Canter - President, Bluespring Wealth Partners 
18. Eric Godes - SVP, Senior Consultant, FP Transistions

And thank you so much for listening and subscribing, and giving us 5-star reviews. We are so so grateful to you.  We’ve got listeners in 1,361 cities and 66 countries. That’s the most we’ve ever had, and we owe it all to you, so thank you. 

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Taking a seat in the suite for an inspiring episode is the unstoppable Tricia Rothschild, a powerhouse in the world of FinTech. With a career spanning over 30 years and an impressive portfolio of success, Tricia is the epitome of excellence in wealth tech. From serving as the President of Apex Fintech Solutions to her nearly 26 years at Morningstar, where she held positions as Chief Product Officer and Co-Head of Global Markets, managing a $700M portfolio of global software, data, and research businesses.

With a Bachelor's degree from Northwestern University, a Master's in Russian and Central European economics from Indiana University, and a CFA designation, Tricia is an expert in her field. Recognized as "Women to Watch" by InvestmentNews and named "Most Likely to Change Wealth Management" by Financial Planning, Tricia is a true leader in the industry. She is currently Vice Chair of the CFA Institute Board of Governors and sits on the advisory board of Riskalyze and Financial Fitness Group.

And that's not all! 

One of the many gifts you’ll discover about Tricia Rothschild in this episode is that she is a pioneer in many ways, including her philanthropy endeavors. Tricia and her husband co-founded the Chicago Giving Circle, a community of families supporting local non-profits. 

In this episode, Tricia opens up about the evolution of Fintech, the importance of checking in, and women's representation in the industry. She also sheds light on the rebranding of Riskalyze and the difference between a CFA and CFP designation while sharing key lessons she's learned from trailblazing a long and successful career as a WealthTech Investor and Independent-minded fan of the disrupter and the underdog In The Suite. 

Some key points include the influence and evolution of Fintech, the importance of checking in, retaining women clients, and embracing creative methods to reach out to younger investors. 

Below is the agenda:

1. Welcome Tricia!
2. Congrats On Being Appointed to the Board of Directors (04.45)
3. Rebranding Riskalyze (07:00)
4. Lessons learned from 26 years at Morningstar (13:38)
5. The Role of Certification In Careers (20:20)
6. Women’s Representation In The Industry (28:35)
7. The Simple Concept Of a Check-In (32:44)
8. New Year Resolution (37:10)
9. About Financial Fitness Group (39:36)
10. Family Life (45:00)
11. How To Get In Touch with Tricia (47:15)
12. Tricia’s choice of charity (47:35)

Resources
Tricia Rothschild LinkedIn
Riskalyze
Financial Fitness Group (FFG)
CFA Institute
The Giving Circle

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Today we take a seat in the suite, live from Orion Fuse Park City Utah, with the one and only Dr. Daniel Crosby. Daniel is a psychologist and behavioral finance expert who helps organizations understand the intersection of mind and markets. He is the Chief Behavioral Officer at Orion Advisor Solutions, Orion is a tech powerhouse, designed to bring together leading-edge technology and wealth management. Through a most-in-one advisor platform, Orion powers the success of growth-focused advisors, helping them compete more successfully.

 His role entails bringing behavioral tools, training, and technology to financial advisors and investors so that they can make better decisions with their money. 

Daniel holds a Ph.D. in Psychology from Brigham Young University and started his career as a consultant before joining Brinker Capital as Chief Behavioral Officer in 2018, which Orion Advisor Solutions then acquired.

Daniel hosts the award-winning podcast, "Standard Deviations," in which he discusses with his guests everything from finance to retirement to wellness you can find it on all the major podcast platforms.

To date, he's written five books on behavioral finance. His first book, 'Personal Benchmark: Integrating Behavioral Finance and Investment Management,' was a New York Times bestseller, and his second book, 'The Laws of Wealth,' was named the best investment book of 2017 by the Axiom Business Book Awards and been translated into seven languages!

One of the many gifts you’ll discover about Dr. Daniel Crosby in this episode is his gift for transforming research methodology data and financial terms into simple and easy-to-implement strategies in real-life. Within seven years, he's launched five books in which he has simplified behavioral finance concepts and looks at the psychology, physiology, and sociology of financial decision-making.

Daniel's ideas have also appeared in the Huffington Post, Risk Management Magazine, WealthManagement.com, and Investment News. Daniel was named one of the "12 Thinkers to Watch" by Monster.com and a "Financial Blogger You Should Be Reading" by AARP. Without a doubt, Daniel's insights on how emotions can cloud our judgment and impact logical decisions can give us all food for thought.

While today's episode is jam-packed with great insights into the evolution and future of financial behavior, we also get a glimpse into Daniel's personal life, his life as a husband, a father, and a FinTwit sensation, and his viral tweet with Elon Musk In The Suite!!!

Resources
Dr. Daniel Crosby Standard Deviations Podcast
Tina Powell's Episode on Standard Deviations Podcast
Dr. Daniel Crosby on Amazon
Orion Advisor Solutions
Orion Advisor Fuse
Dr. Daniel Crosby on Twitter
Daniel Crosby on Instagram
Daniel Crosby on LinkedIn 

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In today’s episode of In The Suite, we’re honored to welcome Shruti Joshi. Shruti is the COO of Facet Wealth, one of the fastest-growing FinTech firms in America, empowering people to live more enriched lives through a no-minimum, flat-fee model.

Shruti is different from your typical leader in wealth management. She is a former consumer tech founder and a proven Fortune 15 executive with a track record of driving efficient and rapid growth across multiple B2C and B2B businesses. 

 Before joining Facet Wealth, Shruti was an Equity Partner/Director at Altman Solon, the world’s largest global strategy consulting firm focused on telecommunications, media, and technology. She was also the Executive Director of Verizon Communications, in which she was responsible for customer acquisition and bringing FiOS and other network products to market.  Most recently, Shruti has been one of the keynote speakers at Nicole Casperson’s FinTech Femme event!

Shruti initially joined Facet Wealth as an early investor and member of its advisory board. Over time she grew into the role of a consultant and eventually became the COO. Shruti admits that the role of a COO is one of the most misunderstood titles because its definition completely varies from company to company. However, for Shruti, being a COO is about bringing humanity to financial planning and changing the narrative around wealth-building models into something affordable and accessible to everyone. 

Our discussion with Shruti is incredibly powerful in gaining insights and a competitive edge. Shruti proves you do not need to be the founder of a company to make positive changes in the industry – there are other leadership roles in which you can utilize and leverage your skill sets to excel. Today’s episode is about making financial choices that align with your value system and, above all, dreaming big. 

Be sure to tune in! 

• Welcome Shruti!
• Highlights of The FEM event (03:08)
• The Journey to FinTech & Facet Wealth (06:30)
• The Role of COO (13:30)
• How to Up Your Game To Become a Leader (16:15)
• Work Culture at Facet Wealth (21:03) 
• The Benefit of a Subscription-Based Business Model (25:44)
• Health Wellness in Financial Wellness (28:09)
• Tips on Raising Capital (34:35)
• Aim High and Dream Big (38:24)
• Shruti Outside Work (41:15)
• Get In Touch With Shruti (44:15)
• Shruti’s Choice of Charity (45:10) 

Links to Resources
Shruti Joshi LinkedIn
Shruti Joshi Instagram
Shruti Joshi Twitter
Facet Wealth Website
Fintech Is Femme
Grit by Angela Duckworth
Transcendental Meditation
David Lynch Foundation

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In this amazing conversation, live from Excell, my guest cohost Vanessa Martinez and I sit down with Dana Wilson, Founder & CEO of CHIP (Changing How Individuals Prosper), a B2B financial services marketplace that makes it easy to find Black and Latinx financial professionals. 

Dana is a diversity and inclusion award winner named "One To Watch" in Fintech from Money 20/20 and a 2021 Trailblazer from Black Women In Media. Dana is also the co-founder of The BRIEF, a quarterly digital magazine with a mission to elevate the voices and knowledge of Black and Latinx professionals in finance and law. 

This past December 2022, Dana won the BGV - Black Girl Ventures Foundation - NYC Pitch Competition. Congratulations Dana!  She’s also a Board Member and Partner for MAXBLACK WEALTH and MAXBLACK Media LLC. MAXBLACK Media LLC.  

Dana graduated from North Carolina Central University, where she received her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) with a concentration in Marketing. She is currently an Executive MBA candidate at Penn State University, Smeal School of Business, studying Strategic Leadership and completing a concentration in Corporate Innovation. 

In today’s episode, broadcasting live from the Chelsea Theater inside the Cosmopolitan Hotel, we explore how Dana is working to close the racial wealth gap through her company CHIP. By building a business and a bridge to financial professionals, she's ensuring that Black and LatinX people find financial power by getting seen, heard, and empowered with their money.

We also talk about the need to change, to get uncomfortable - a perfect segway for the New Year! In fact, one of the many gifts you’ll discover about Dana Wilson in today’s episode is the courage it takes to step into greatness. Her own. Dana’s website is danadisrupts.com and her social media handles are @danadisrupts By taking chances and leaning into disruption we can create positive change IN The Suite. 

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Today’s episode is the first of its kind. I’ve invited my first guest host and shero Stephanie Foster, In The Suite - to interview the multi-talented Tucker Bryant, Poet & Keynote Speaker at this year's Carson Excell conference in Las Vegas. Stephanie is a startup executive and advisor, an ETA (electronic transactions association 40 under 40 honoree), and a previous guest. 

Tucker is an award-winning poet and storyteller who left his full-time job as a Product Marketing Manager at Google to help large corporate companies explore the connection between poetic thinking and creative leadership to live a healthier and more fulfilled life. 

Tucker's passion for language, writing, and performance began during his schooling days in England. However, when he started his career in Silicon Valley, he discovered how many people in the corporate world are uncomfortable with accessing the creative part of their thought process to bring about innovation. And because poetry allows you to be vulnerable, take risks, and explore new things, Tucker believes that everyone can benefit from exploring this art form. 

As a result, in his hybrid presentations and performances, he uses poetry as a springboard to inspire people to develop new perspectives and tear down comfort zones to spark long-lasting impact. 

In fact, one of the many gifts you’ll discover about Tucker Bryant in this episode is his approach to poetic storytelling, which is so powerful and emotional. it's no surprise that he receives a standing ovation at every single stage.

Tucker's stories have been seen by millions online, featured at TEDx, and shared on stages with some of our highest-level speakers. He has spoken on stage with Mark Cuban, FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler, Maryland Governor Larry Hogan, NASA Director Michelle Thaller, and founders and executives from Fortune 500 companies like Twitter, Amazon, McDonald's, and Walgreens. 

Today's episode with Tucker is a masterclass that'll put a spring in your step. Not only does he share with us personal details on how poetry helped him overcome depression, but he also gives golden tips on becoming a better storyteller. He also reveals his childhood dream, his love for music, what he did to get out of his comfort zone, and the positive impact women have had in his successful life. 

If you're ready to make positive changes in your life, Tucker Bryant is the speaker you need to hear. He's a dynamic and engaging speaker who gets people fired up, motivated, and inspired In the Suite.

Episode Resources 
TuckerBryantSpeaks.com
Tucker Bryant LinkedIn
Tucker Bryant Twitter
Carson Excell Recap
Carson Group
CardiomyopathyUK 

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I’m honored to welcome Yemi Penn In The Suite! Yemi is a transformational thought leader, author, documentary producer, TEDx speaker, and global advocate for equality and equity in STEM fields. 

Yemi is a British-born Nigerian living in Sydney who is an engineer by profession, an entrepreneur by passion, and a transformational mindset coach by mission. 

A mother of two with a rebellious curiosity for life and business, Yemi is working towards her lifelong goal of a Ph.D. 

Her first book, "Did You Get The Memo? Because I F**king Didn't", prompts the powerful message of owning our story, breaking free of living life by the 'rules,' stepping out of our shadow, and finding our voice to transmute pain into power. 

This led to her gaining an international reputation as a motivational speaker. She continues sharing her personal and business insights through creative mediums, including her 3-part documentary series, 'Did I Choose My Trauma?'. 

Yemi achieved all of this while developing four successful companies. Simply put, she is trying to change society by elevating the conversation around diversity and disruption. 

In fact, one of the many gifts about Yemi Penn you will discover in this episode is that her success did not happen overnight, and she has experienced a lot of adversity throughout her life. 

She talks about making decisions and thinking out of the box for yourself, finding strength in stillness, saying yes to taboo stories, and not being comfortable with the uncomfortable. Yemi's journey has proven that success doesn't come from a single formula. I can't wait for you to hear today's powerful conversation In The Suite.

Resources Mentioned 
Yemi’s Book - Did You Get The Memo?: Because I F**king Didn't on Amazon
Yemi's Documentary - Did I Choose My Trauma (Full Documentary)
Yemi’s TEDx Talk 
Yemi's Linktr.ee   
Yemi Penn on Instagram  
Yemi’s Create Your Own Memo Course 
Strength and Stillness: The Power of Transcendental Meditation by Bob Roth  on Amazon 

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Today’s conversation in the suite is about extraordinary journeys with Megan Gorman. Megan is the Founder and Managing Partner at Chequers Financial Management, a female-owned high-net-worth tax and financial planning firm in San Francisco, California, that started nearly 8 years ago. 

Megan’s financial career began when she took her first tax class at Rutgers Law School after earning a B.S. in history from Bryn Mawr College and studying in London. Her insatiable curiosity and passion for exploring financial issues through the lens of psychology, culture, and history has spawned a specialization in tax planning, a firm with a single premise:  to establish long-term, lasting relationships best to serve the needs of high-net-worth individuals and families. 

Driven by this passion, she spent almost 20 years advising wealthy families on navigating their financial lives in her roles at Goldman Sachs and BNY Mellon Wealth Management before starting Chequers. 

The name Chequers Financial Management has special significance you’ll discover about 15 minutes into our conversation and derives its meaning from the U.K. It is the second home of the U.K. Prime Minister, and today is Rishi Sunak. 

Megan is a deep thinker, and her efforts have earned her the distinction of being named to the Forbes 2022 list of America’s top women wealth advisors. She’s also a senior contributor at Forbes, writing on the intersection of her passions: tax, finance, retirement, and estate planning. She’s frequently quoted in prominent financial media outlets, including the Washington Post, CNN, and The Wall Street Journal, and more! 

She can be heard weekly on the Money Tree Investing Podcast panel, discussing trending topics in the investment world. In addition to everything she already does, Megan has recently joined the advisory board of Swaay Media Inc. Her other engagements include Schwab Impact, Tory Burch Foundation, Chief, and Better Place Forests. Just WOW.

In fact, one of the many gifts you’ll discover about Megan Gorman in this episode is her unmistakable passion for problem-solving and bold entrepreneurial journeys. As an adjunct law professor at Golden Gate School of Law and the author of www.thewealthintersection.com, she shares sound advice on taking control of our taxes and finances in the present and planning for our future destiny In The Suite.

Resources
Chequers Financial Management
Megan Gorman LinkedIn
Megan Gorman Twitter
Megan Gorman Forbes
The Wealth Intersection
National Endowment for Financial Education 
Mercy Brown Bag Program

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Today In The Suite, we visit with Eunicia Peret, CEO and Founder of the Empowered Financial Planner. With over 17 years of financial strategy consulting experience, Eunicia focuses on delivering bottom-line value to corporate executives and successful business owners across multiple industries. 

Eunicia is passionate about helping people optimize their wealth, take control of their money, and minimize taxes. She specializes in helping motivated individuals get the answers to the complex financial questions many of her clients are willing to discuss. She believes everyone deserves to have a customized financial roadmap for long-term gains that fits their goals, needs, and desires.

Tired of the lack of transparency in the industry, Eunicia has made it her mission to share her knowledge with those who want to escape financial dependency. Through her Wealth Freedom Formula, she has helped over 200 clients Eunicia shares that nothing makes her happier than the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of individuals, families, and businesses. 

In fact, one of the amazing gifts you’ll discover about Eunicia Peret in this episode is her inspiring backstory and journey of becoming an entrepreneur. Not only will you learn about unlocking financial opportunities but also the importance of having the right mindset to achieve them. Take a listen, and you will find something that will take you to the next level In The Suite.

Find the agenda for our conversation with Eunicia below:

• About Empowered Financial Planner (04:15)
• Finding Financial Independence (09:45)
• How to Avoid Financial Failure (17:40)
• Mindset Is Everything (34:00)
• About Eunicia’s Method Classes (37:43)
• The Social Media Approach (42:15)
• The Leap From Corporate to Entrepreneurship (45:00)
• Best Way To Get In Touch With Eunicia (50:20)
• Eunicia’s Choice of Charity (54:00)

Resources
- Empowered Financial Planner Website
- Eunicia Peret LinkedIn
- Euncia Peret Twitter
- The 5 Biggest Financial Pitfalls Checklist

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Today I’m ecstatic to welcome the first Chief Compliance Officer In The Suite, Jessica Sexton, from Independent Advisor Alliance (IAA). Based in Charlotte, NC, Independent Advisor Alliance provides comprehensive solutions to allow financial advisors to move into private practice. 

When founder and CEO Robert Russo started the firm in 2013, he did it with only seven advisors. At this release, the firm has grown to over 215 partners across 23 states. And Jessica is part of the team that continues to pave the way for growth. 

But before becoming Chief Compliance Officer in February 2014, Jessica went through a spectrum of experiences

She began her career at LPL Financial in 2006, where she attributes much of her growth to amazing managers and a supportive team. 

And when the recession hit in 2009, she made a significant transition to serve as a Project Manager for Impact Technologies Group, Inc., thanks partly to keeping in touch and forming meaningful relationships. Jessica also holds Series 7, Series 24, and Series 66 licenses. 

One of the many gifts you’ll discover about Jessica Sexton in this episode is her ability to understand and know her strengths, particularly in compliance, and her passion for back-office operations. 

In today's episode, Jessica humanizes, demystifies, and busts many negative connotations related to her role in compliance. She gives detailed answers on what exactly her work entails and shares with us a real overview of her day-to-day responsibilities. She also talks about the opportunities and challenges she and the compliance team face and the skills needed to execute In The Suite.

(01:55): Who is Independent Advisor Alliance
(04:30) What Does a CCO exactly do?
(10:30) Jessica’s journey to CCO
(21:20) Skills Required to Become a CCO
(25:57) The Role of Technology in Compliance
(27:32) Document. Document. Document
(32:54) Dealing with Red Flags
(37:17) Jessica’s YouTube series
(39:22) Jessica’s love for horse riding
(44:44) Jessica was part of the Coronavirus research study
(47:40) Best Way to Contact Jessica
(49:15) Jessica’s choice of charity

Resources
Jessica Sexton LinkedIn
Jessica Sexton Bio
Independent Advisor Alliance
Robert Russo, CEO of Independent Advisor Alliance
Independent Advisor Alliance on YouTube
The Rotary Foundation
Communities in Schools®

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