From Wirehouse to RIA: Craig Robson's Transformative Journey

Oct 1, 2024

In this conversation with Craig Robson, the Founding Principal of Regent Peak Wealth Advisors, listeners are taken on a journey from his 25-year stint at Merrill Lynch to launching his own firm. Craig discusses the rewards and challenges of transitioning to independence, emphasizing the need for a solid resource strategy. He highlights the importance of client engagement and building a supportive work culture. The impact of Malcolm Gladwell's 'Outliers' and the value of dedicating 10,000 hours to mastery also take center stage, showcasing dedication as a pathway to success.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

From Wirehouse to Independence

01:41 • 18min

Referrals and Strategic Growth

19:15 • 29min

Creating a Supportive Work Culture in Business Transition

47:54 • 5min

The Power of Perseverance: Insights from 'Outliers'

52:33 • 3min

Mastery Through Collaboration: Leveraging Expertise for Growth

55:38 • 3min

In this episode of the ModelFA podcast, host David sits down with Craig Robson, the Founding Principal and Managing Director of Regent Peak Wealth Advisors. Craig shares his fascinating journey from a 25-year career at Merrill Lynch to launching his own independent RIA firm, Regent Peak Wealth Advisors. The conversation delves into the challenges and opportunities of transitioning to the independent space, the firm's unique approach to client engagement, and the importance of building a strong culture and team. In this episode:

0:01:20 Craig's experience at Merrill Lynch and the benefits of larger firms for training new advisors

0:04:30 The founding of Regent Peak Wealth Advisors and the firm's focus on serving wealth creators

0:10:51 The importance of having a resource strategy and leveraging external partners in the early stages

0:15:04 Regent Peak's growth strategy, including the consulting agreement model and proactive marketing efforts

0:27:34 The significance of the "10,000 hours" concept and the importance of focusing on core competencies

0:53:28 Craig's recommended book, "Outliers" by Malcolm Gladwell, and the impact it has had on his perspective

Connect with Craig:

Website: https://www.regentpeakwealth.com
Email: crobson@regentpeakwealth.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/regent-peak-wealth-advisors/

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