Wicked Pissah Podcast

If you’ve seen the news this year, you know why we wanted to talk about this topic.  Whether DOGE layoffs or early retirements or concerns about future job security, Federal employees may be looking to financial advisors for counsel.  To help you be better prepared we wanted to talk with a specialist.  In this episode, hosts Chris Boyd & Brad Wright are joined by Micah Shilanski, CFP® to talk about Federal Employee Retirement benefits.     You might know Micah from co-hosting The Perfect RIA podcast, but today he shares a bit about his practice, his passion of time management, and then we learn about the Federal retirement benefits.   Whether to learn about the Thrift Savings Plan, some special early Social Security benefits, or Pension and Health Benefits under FERS, you’ll no doubt learn some helpful tips for working with clients who are Federal Employees.     Micah’s Podcasts: https://planyourfederalretirement.libsyn.com/website https://theperfectria.com/podcasts/   LinkedIn Address:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/micahshilanski/ Website: https://plan-your-federal-retirement.com/  

Jordan Jackson, J.P. Morgan Global Market Strategist: Tariffs, Trade and Taxes… Oh My!  Hosts Kathleen Kenealy and Kevin Williams are joined by JP Morgan Global Market Strategist, Jordan Jackson. Jordan is an Executive Director and a Global Market Strategist on the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Global Market Insights Strategy Team where he is responsible for delivering timely market and economic commentary to clients across the country.  We talk about all the things that are top of mind for you and your clients right now: tariffs and trade; domestic versus international equities; the strength of the US dollar; interest rates; consumer confidence levels; the dreaded “R” word, and more! https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/bios/jordan-jackson/ https://am.jpmorgan.com/us/en/asset-management/adv/insights/market-insights/guide-to-the-markets/   On this episode, we speak with Executive Director and Global Market Strategist Jordan Jackson.  As part of the J.P. Morgan Asset Management Global Market Insights Strategy Team, Jordan is responsible for delivering timely market and economic commentary to clients across the country.  We talk about all the things that are top of mind for you and your clients right now: tariffs and trade; domestic versus international equities; the strength of the US dollar; interest rates; consumer confidence levels; the dreaded “R” word, and more!  What’s it time for?  

Jeff Johnson Hosts Michael Connaughton and Brad Wright are joined by Jeff Johnson, Senior Vice President of Appleton Partners. Jeff is a member of Appleton’s Fixed Income Investment Committee and is responsible for business development and managing strategic institutional client relationships across multiple intermediary and wealth management channels. Prior to joining Appleton in 2009, Jeff was a Senior Vice President of Fidelity Investments where he headed up Relationship Management for the Institutional Wealth Services (IWS) division. Prior to joining IWS, he was National Sales Manager for Fidelity Capital Markets Institutional Fixed Income Group. Jeff has served on the Regional Advisory Committee for the Security Industry and Financial Markets Association, and has been actively involved in the municipal securities business in both capital markets and asset management capacities.   They discuss: ·      Jeff and Appleton’s views on the state of the fixed income markets. ·      Macroeconomic factors. ·      Strategic opportunities across fixed income.   And much more.   Contact Jeff: Emai:  jjohnson@appletonpartners.com Website: https://www.appletonpartners.com/

John Finney Host Michael Connaughton is joined by John Finney Co-Founder Overvue. John Finney is the co-founder of Overvue, a software company that helps financial advisors streamline their client onboarding. Before starting Overvue, John spent over five years in wealth management at two national RIAs. During that time, he played a key role in the overhaul and sale of an advisory team managing $750 million in assets.  As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, John’s worked in both client-facing advisory roles and behind-the-scenes focused on improving operations. Now, he brings that experience to Overvue, building solutions from the other side of the table. They discuss: -John’s background in wealth management and how it shaped his business. -Overvue’s mission to create a better client onboarding experience. -The functionality of Overvue and how it creates client and advisor efficiency. And much more. More on Overvue Website: ihttps://www.overvueproposals.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/overvueproposals/ Contact John: Emai: jfinney@overvueproposals.com Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/john-finney-cfp-21435914a/

Andy Ives, CFP®, AIF® – Navigating Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) Strategies Host Chris Boyd is joined by Andy Ives, CFP®, AIF®, an IRA Analyst at Ed Slott and Company, LLC, to delve into the intricacies of Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) and its potential benefits for individuals with employer stock in their retirement plans.​ With over 25 years in the financial services industry, Andy brings a wealth of knowledge on IRA distribution planning and advanced retirement strategies. They discuss: The fundamentals of NUA and how it can lead to tax savings​ Key "triggering events" that activate NUA rules​Ed Slott and Company, LLC+1Ed Slott and Company, LLC+1 Common pitfalls to avoid when handling employer stock​ Strategies to optimize long-term capital gains treatment​ For more insights from Andy and his team, visit Ed Slott and Company.​

Hosts Michael Connaughton and Kathleen Keneally are joined by Joy Slabaugh founder of The Financial Conflict Resolution Institute. Joy is a CFP® professional with 20 years financial of planning experience that includes providing advice to multi-billion dollar clients.  She is also a licensed therapist trained in Internal Family Systems with experience working with individuals and couples. Her unique combination of experience positions her to help advisors easily transform their client's wealth mindsets and resolve marital financial conflicts so they can make more money, be more efficient, and deliver life-changing client value. They discuss: -Joy’s background as an advisor and a licensed therapist and how it shaped her business. - Joy’s engagement process with both advisors and advisor’s clients. -Behavioral finance ad client approach And much more. More on Joy and The Financial Conflict Resolution Institute. https://www.financialconflictresolutioninstitute.com/ Contact Joy Email: slabaugh.joy@gmail.com Linkedin:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/joyslabaugh/

Keith Garte Hosts Michael Connaughton and Kathleen Keneally are joined by Keith Garte, Personal Risk Management Advisor with Assured Partners. Keith Garte is a Personal Risk Management Advisor with Assured Partners working out of their Natick office. Keith helps successful individuals and families by protecting them from unforeseen events that will have a negative impact on their finances. Keith has over 25 years of advisory experience in both insurance and financial services.  They discuss: -Keith’s process, how he collaborates with financial advisors, and questions for advisors to ask. -Risk mitigation strategies, carrier selection and much more. Contact Keith Email: keith.garte@assuredpartners.com Phone: 781 641 7222

Advisor Tech with Jump Advisor AI CEO Parker Ence Hosts Brad Wright and Kevin Williams are joined by Parker Ence, CEO and cofounder of Jump Advisor AI. Parker is an entrepreneur and operator with 12 years CEO/cofounder experience across advisor tech, data, AI, and SaaS. As CEO, he’s operated companies in spinoff, turnaround/distressed, and startup scenarios. Parker also has experience in PE/VC, consulting, and economic development. He has his MBA from Stanford. They discuss: - How Jump AI turns conversations into tasks, notes, and compliance records with secure AI -Ways it can help with meeting prep -The amount of time it can save advisors and what advisors are doing with that extra time For more on Jump Advisor AI: https://jumpapp.com/  

Have you thought about making your business fully remote?  Or perhaps it is and you’ve wanted to relocate?  That’s the story of today’s guest, Erica Feldblum, and LPL advisor, on this week’s episode of the WPP.  Listen in has Erica shares her story.  Over 30 years she has developed specific niches working with women, retirement plans, and those passionate about ESG.  She sounds more passionate than ever, as she shares her story of moving from an in-person practice to fully remote which afforded her the opportunity to relocate to Nashville, TN.  Hear practical tips and valuable lessons from her experiences.  Perhaps you, too, will bring increased freedom and enthusiasm to your delivery of financial planning and financial services!    Join co-hosts Chris Boyd (https://www.linkedin.com/in/j-christopher-boyd-b932169/) and Brad Wright (https://www.linkedin.com/in/bradleyonair/), both past presidents of the chapter.   Erica Feldblum can be found at: email: Erica.Feldblum@LPL.com Web: https://www.ef-financial.com/team/erica-feldblum LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/erica-feldblum-06b444/  

Hosts Brad Wright and Chris Boyd are joined by Michael Bell, CEO of Meketa Capital Michael has more than 25 years of experience in the investment management and wealth management industries. He is the Chief Executive Officer of Meketa Capital as well as the Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Primark Capital. Prior to Primark, Michael built and was the CEO for a $12 billion RIA, managing more than 30 investment strategies and a $10 billion liquid alternative mutual fund complex that launched more than 50 alternative funds. Most recently, he purchased, grew, and sold a family office-backed $6 billion RIA. Also, he specialized as a corporate finance attorney for Latham & Watkins and was a CPA for KPMG. Michael holds a Bachelor of Science in Commerce from the University of Virginia and a Juris Doctorate from West Virginia University. They discuss: - Investing in private equities and credit -Historic hurdles and challenges with accessing these investments and how that’s changing - What a co-investment is and how it can affect fees For more on Meketa Capital: www.meketacapital.com