In this episode of ‘PWS on the Fly,’ Mike Davis of Summiteer Financial joins Rob Bartenstein and Scott Wilson to discuss the mindset an advisor should have when breaking away to start their own firm, elevating client service to drive growth, and advice on how to evaluate your unique circumstances if you are considering independence.

In this episode of ‘PWS on the Fly,’ Klint Kennedy and Bryce Decker of Catalyst Retirement Solutions join Rob Bartenstein and Scott Wilson to talk about their journey breaking away from the wirehouse and leveraging Kestra Private Wealth Services' full-service independence model. Klint and Bryce share their insights on the transition process, finding the perfect office space, and creating a strong entrepreneurial foundation while highlighting their long-term vision of expanding the regional footprint of Catalyst Retirement Solutions.

In this episode of “PWS on the Fly,’ the father-son duo Dave and KC Johnston of White Cap Wealth Management join Rob Bartenstein and Scott Wilson to discuss their evolution from wirehouse advisors to entrepreneurs and how that evolution has enhanced their lives and the value they deliver to their clients. Together, Dave and KC highlight the advantages and new opportunities that come with independence, such as owning your office building, expanding via tuck-ins, leveraging a diverse arsenal of tools and technology to make their jobs easier, and building a valuable family business that will last generations.

In this episode of "PWS on the Fly," hosts Rob Bartenstein and Scott Wilson sit down with Lisa Turner and Valerie Taggart from Katella Wealth Management in Salt Lake City. Lisa shares her inspiring journey from starting in the financial industry to founding her own wealth management firm. Valerie talks about transitioning from the automotive industry, bringing a high-net-worth clientele into the wealth space. Together, they discuss the advantages of being women in a male-dominated industry, the vision for growing their business, and the power of independence with the support of PWS. Filled with insights on overcoming challenges, building client trust, and crafting a personalized client experience, this episode highlights the collaborative spirit that fuels their growing empire.

Let’s talk marketing for financial advisors. In this episode we are joined by Kris Fu, CEO of Maven Bridge Capital. Our Host Rob Bartenstein, CEO of Kestra PWS, speaks with Kris who joined our platform 2 years ago. They discuss the evolution of brand building, with an emphasis on podcasting. Learn how Kris developed his client niche and advice for wirehouse advisors considering a move to independence.

A transition story. Matt West officially left the wirehouse to join Kestra Private Wealth Services in Fall 2022. He says change is always difficult as you dive into the unknown. Our hosts Rob Bartenstein and Scott Wilson explore what the process was like for Matt.

Join Robert Bartenstein and Scott Wilson on Kestra PWS Out Loud for insights and advice on the latest trends, technology, and real estate support for financial advisors.

For wirehouse advisors, the promise of improved flexibility and ownership has long been a draw to go independent. However, those benefits can extend to your clients as well. Free from certain wirehouse mandates, some independent advisors say they can cater their practice more towards the needs of their clientele, regardless of the size of their accounts.