Carson Group Expects Bull Market to Continue as Policy Tailwinds Support Growth
The Carson Group Investment Research team forecasts a strong US economy on the back of a solid consumer and improving economic sentiment Omaha, Neb. (January 14, 2025) – Carson Group sees potential monetary and fiscal policy opportunities that could provide a steady tailwind for markets and the economy in 2025. At the same time, as …
Innovations from CES 2025
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (“CES”) took place this past week. To say AI-focused products stole the spotlight would be an understatement – AI practically was the show. Leading the charge was Nvidia, with CEO Jensen Huang opening the conference to preview the company’s latest advancements. Other companies, such as Delta Airlines, displayed their AI …
Carson Announces Industry Leading Tax Strategy Program for Advisors: Industry Tax Expert Debbie Taylor to Spearhead Offering
Omaha, Neb. (January 13, 2025) – Carson Group announced Carson Tax Strategy, a major investment in the deepening of its tax planning services and announced a strategic partnership with Taylor Financial Group. This acquisition marked the firm’s 10th deal of 2024 and is a critical progression in Carson’s mission to empower advisors and deliver unparalleled …
Business Management
6 Steps to Upgrade Your Firm’s Client Experience
Our VP of Coaching & Consulting, Sarah M. Cain, recently had a tooth extraction. She was nervous and had a lot of anxiety going into the procedure. But the oral surgeon she found to do the procedure made it a positive experience—from the pre- to the post-op. “Everyone there made me feel so comfortable,” Cain …
Elevate Your Financial Practice with World-Class Client Experiences
What does it truly mean to provide a world-class client experience? In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Editorial at Carson Group, speaks with Sarah Cain, VP of Carson Coaching. Together, they unravel the art of moving beyond the basics of financial services to create interactions that clients rave about. Listen in as they explore …
Amplifying Women’s Voices in Financial Services
Building genuine community and authentic connections is the cornerstone of success and fulfillment, especially for women in financial services. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Editorial at Carson Group, speaks with Joanna Ehresman and Leah Alter, co-hosts of the WomenShare Podcast. Together, they explore the transformative power of community, celebrate women’s achievements, and discuss …
100 Tasks Every Advisor Should Delegate
Find out what tasks you can hand off to free up your time and empower your team.
Marketing
Tamsen Butler: Crafting Compelling Stories
Creating content can seem daunting, even for industry experts like yourself. But whether you’re preparing for a speaking event, writing a blog post, or recording your first podcast episode, what you have to share matters more than how you deliver it. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Tamsen …
Minna Shada: Consumer Marketing for Advisors
Are you looking to learn about effective consumer marketing in the financial industry? Today, we look behind the scenes with Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Minna Shada, Senior Vice President of Consumer Marketing. Minna talks about her marketing journey since 2013, her pivotal role in partner office marketing, and the innovative …
Kalli Fedusenko: Financial Advisor Marketing
Elevate your financial advisory practice with strategic marketing – it’s not just about attracting new clients, but about showcasing your knowledge, amplifying your visibility, and positioning yourself as a trusted advisor, building credibility. Today on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, ring in the new year with …
The Financial Advisor's Guide to Effective Marketing
Effective advisor marketing in the digital age requires a strategy that fits your firm.
Compliance
Understanding the SEC Marketing Rule for Financial Advisors
In late 2020, the SEC announced that it had finalized changes to its Marketing Rule for financial advisors. The amendments create a single rule that replaces the pre-existing advertising and cash solicitation rules. The rule’s broadly drawn limitations and principles-based provisions are designed to accommodate the continual change in technology and ever-expanding ways in which …
Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes
Changes to the Securities and Exchange Commission’s “Marketing Rule” recently went into effect, and they impact everything from testimonials to the definition of an “advertisement.” Staying in compliance with these rule changes can be challenging for advisors, but our on-demand webinar “Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes” can help you stay on track. …
How SECURE 2.0 Act Shifts the Retirement Planning Landscape
The SECURE Act brought big changes to retirement planning when it was signed into law in 2019. Now, its sequel – dubbed SECURE 2.0 Act – has just passed as part of the 2023 budget. Though SECURE 2.0 Act’s changes to the retirement landscape aren’t quite as sweeping as the original, there’s still plenty advisors …
Staying on Top of SEC Marketing Rule Changes
Learn how to stay in compliance with SEC rules when using client testimonials and reviews.
Technology
Peter Lazaroff: Embracing Artificial Intelligence
Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing financial advisory. How will AI impact investors’ portfolios? This week on Framework, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and Odaro Aisueni, Wealth Planner, speak with Peter Lazaroff, Chief Investment Officer at Plancorp, LLC, about the impact of AI on financial planning, and the importance of diversification in investment portfolios. …
Power Your Technology and Enhance the Client Experience with Data
Thanks to rapidly advancing technology, financial advisors have access to more data than ever before. But trying to sift through that data and actually use it to enhance your business and client experience can be a challenge. How can you be sure you’re measuring the right metrics, or interpreting the data correctly? How can you …
Our Favorite Financial Advisor Tools to Add to Your Tech Stack
As financial advisors grow their businesses, their operational needs can drastically change, along with the need to provide competitive services. That’s where financial advisor technology comes in. The best financial advisor tools will enhance your processes, save you time and money and foster connections with clients about their specific goals. Today’s technology offerings can …
Building a Top-of-the-Line Tech Stack
An accessible, user-friendly tech stack is crucial to delivering the best client experience.
Investments
Innovations from CES 2025
The 2025 Consumer Electronics Show (“CES”) took place this past week. To say AI-focused products stole the spotlight would be an understatement – AI practically was the show. Leading the charge was Nvidia, with CEO Jensen Huang opening the conference to preview the company’s latest advancements. Other companies, such as Delta Airlines, displayed their AI …
The Labor Market Is Solid (for Now), But Is Good News Bad News?
There have been a few signs that risks to the labor market are tilted to the downside, but the December payroll report went a long way towards easing them. The economy created 256,000 jobs in December, blowing past expectations for a 165,000 increase. Monthly numbers can be noisy and so a 3-month average is helpful. …
2024 Year in Review: ETF Edition
This time of year has no shortage of year-end reviews and year-ahead prognostications, with none other than our own 2025 outlook releasing in mere days. I want to take a look at the year that was through the lens of various Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs), their asset growth, returns, and problems solved for investors along the …
Midyear Outlook 2024: Eyes on the Prize
The economy is off to a strong start in 2024, with a strong employment picture and the Dow Jones Industrial Average crossing 40,000 for the first time. Will it stay that way?
Financial Planning
Navigating Women’s Financial Challenges with Debra Taylor
With studies showing that women often leave advisors if not feeling connected, wealth managers must understand the importance of building relationships with female clients. Tune in to the Framework Podcast episode featuring Debra Taylor, where we explore how intentional connections with women can lead to better client retention and satisfaction. In this episode, Ana Trujillo …
Empowering Women in Wealth Management with Dr. Julie Ragatz
This week on Framework, we address how sponsorship and inclusion can empower women in wealth management. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and co-host JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Julie Ragatz, Ph.D., Vice President, Next Gen and Advisor Development Programs at Carson …
Breaking Barriers in Finance with Sheryl Hickerson
Today on Framework, we explore pathways for women in finance, mentorship, and the strength of having allies. In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, and guest co-host, JaQ Campbell, Founder and CEO of Alexander Legacy Private Wealth Management, speak with Sheryl Hickerson, Founder and Chief Engagement Officer at Females and Finance …
How SECURE 2.0 Act Shifts the Retirement Planning Landscape
Stay on top of the shifting retirement planning picture.
M&A
Know Your Worth | Dani Fava
Carson’s Dani Fava, Chief Strategy Officer, joins Michael Belluomini, VP, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Jeff Harris, AVP, Mergers & Acquisitions, as they dive into the outlook for strategic M&A. Topics of Discussion: How will bigger RIA aggregators like Creative, Mercer, Mariner or even Carson approach strategic M&A? Will we see custodians doing M&A? Where will …
Know Your Worth | Rob Madore
Rob Madore, Vice President at MarshBerry, joins Carson’s Michael Belluomini, VP, Mergers & Acquisitions, and Jeff Harris, AVP, Mergers & Acquisitions, as they dive into the key value drivers that most buyers look for when making an investment. Topics of Discussion: Consolidation in the wealth management industry How Rob and MarshBerry consult with and prepare …
Know Your Worth | Alicia Chandler
Goal of the Live stream is to walk through the different stages of the M&A process to help educate potential sellers along the way. Last month we talked with Nate Fisher to discuss his path to partnering with Carson and the ultimate goal of taking over the family business. This week we are coming to …
The Essentials of Succession Planning for Financial Advisors
Learn how to choose a successor and find the true value of your firm.
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