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Beyond Goldman: How a $4.4B Firm Scaled Without Shortcuts or Private Equity

Dec 18, 2025

Brandon Ross, Co-founder and Co-CEO of Quotient Wealth Partners, is a seasoned Certified Financial Planner with over 26 years of experience. In the discussion, Brandon shares insights on growing Quotient from $2.5B to $4.4B in AUM without shortcuts or private equity. He contrasts his time at Goldman Sachs with Quotient's independent approach, emphasizing culture and organic growth. Brandon details innovative strategies like concierge outreach and targeted webinars, while advocating for sustainable practices and employee ownership in financial firms.

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ANECDOTE

Starting Small With Family Support

Brandon and John started Peak Capital in 2002 after leaving commission-driven selling practices.
They launched as a fee-based advisory firm with $10M AUM and financed early growth with family loans.

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Rapid Growth After Leaving Goldman

Quotient launched in September 2023 after departing Goldman Sachs with $2.5B AUM.
In roughly two years they grew to $4.4B and doubled headcount from ~35 to ~65 employees.

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With Brandon Ross, CFP® — Co-Founder and Co-CEO, Quotient Wealth Partners

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Quotient Wealth Partners proves that enterprise-scale growth doesn’t require private equity or shortcuts. This episode breaks down how discipline, culture, and organic momentum drove the firm’s rise to $4.4B—without sacrificing independence or client experience.

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About this episode…

When you look at the most successful advisory firms in the industry, many grew through acquisition, capital partners, or transition deals. But there’s another version of growth: one built through discipline, culture, and a relentless focus on doing the work.

Today’s guest, Brandon Ross, has lived that journey from every angle. Before launching Quotient Wealth Partners, he built Peak Capital. Peak merged with Joe Duran’s United Capital early in its rise and later experienced the shift to a large-firm environment when United was acquired by Goldman Sachs.

After years of experience across the spectrum – from independent to aggregator to Wall Street firm – Brandon identified the best elements of each model. So, when Brandon and his partners launched Quotient, they were intentional about what they carried forward and what they left behind.

Ultimately, they created a firm with the freedom of independence, the scale of a modern enterprise, and a culture where growth starts at the top (not with a checkbook).

It’s a philosophy that’s paid off. In just two years, Quotient has grown from $2.5B to $4.4B in AUM, powered almost entirely by organic momentum.

The elements of Quotient’s success—and how they combined the innovation of Goldman Sachs, the independence of an RIA, and the drive of a startup.
Launching their RIA—and why they chose the Dynasty Financial Partners platform.
Building a growth engine—and how they turned it into a repeatable playbook.
Advisor training programs—and how they create an unwavering focus on the client experience.
Their referral culture—and how that powers their organic growth.

Plus, Brandon explains why they’ve resisted private equity, why “sweat equity is the best equity,” how they’ve scaled without losing their entrepreneurial edge, and more.

Listen in for a valuable growth story, grounded by a transitional experience few can offer.

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Brandon Ross
Co-Founder and Co-CEO

Brandon Ross is a Co-Founder and Co-CEO of Quotient Wealth Partners, an independent wealth management firm. Brandon, along with his dedicated partners, established the firm with a shared vision of delivering memorable client experiences while nurturing a thriving and positive employee culture. With over 26 years of expertise as a Certified Financial Planner, Brandon brings a wealth of experience to the firm, its advisors, and its clients. He is deeply committed to providing comprehensive financial planning and guidance tailored to each client’s unique needs and objectives.

Prior to starting Quotient Wealth Partners, Brandon held key positions, Co-Founder of Peak Capital Investment Services, Managing Director/Head of Office at Goldman Sachs, PFM. Brandon holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Oklahoma State University. Beyond the firm, he finds joy in teeing it up on the golf course, watching sports, and cherishing moments with friends and family. Brandon and his wife Nicole are proud parents to two their two daughters, Sierra and Haley.