The Advisor Journey

Alex Newman returns to The Advisor Journey to share his innovative two-pronged approach to growing Grape Wealth Management: building a vibrant community of retirees through in-person events while implementing advanced AI systems for practice efficiency.

Alex reveals how his "Retire Temecula" events have evolved from just five attendees to gatherings regularly drawing 80-150 people, creating powerful organic growth opportun...

In this special host-only episode of The Advisor Journey, Will Steiner and Dasarte Yarnway discuss how advisors can effectively integrate AI into their businesses to drive growth and efficiency. They break down practical strategies for using AI to enhance marketing, streamline operations, and improve client experiences. Plus, they cover essential tools every advisor should know, address common misconceptions about AI replacing jobs...

Ari Taublieb, Chief Growth Officer at Root Financial, joins The Advisor Journey to share how he helped scale the firm from $25 million to $1.1 billion in AUM, primarily through YouTube.

Ari breaks down the playbook behind Root’s explosive organic growth, fueled by video content, community building, and a culture-first hiring model. He explains how one viral YouTube video can change everything, why conversion starts before the first ...

In this episode of The Advisor Journey, Ben Olsen, founder of Beemo Automation, shares his remarkable journey from financial advisor to a leading innovator in advisory technology. Ben dives deep into how his passion for improving day-to-day advisor workflows led him to create a company dedicated entirely to AI-driven solutions and automation tailored specifically for RIAs.

In his conversation with hosts Will Steiner and Dasarte Yarn...

Joe Schmitz joins The Advisor Journey to reveal how he's built Peak Retirement Planning from a solo practice to a firm with nearly 60 team members in just three years, growing to $300 million in assets under management.

Joe shares his laser-focused approach to serving "Midwestern Millionaires" – clients with $1-10 million in assets who embody the hardworking, frugal values he grew up with in rural Ohio. His multi-chan...

In this value-packed episode, Thomas Kopelman returns to share how he's built a thriving advisory practice generating $1.5 million in annual revenue with extraordinary profit margins. Thomas breaks down his business model serving business owners through a high-touch, premium flat-fee approach ranging from $12,000-$18,000 annually.

Listeners will discover Thomas's detailed client service approach, including his team structu...

What does it take to transform from a hard-charging entrepreneur to a visionary leader driven by love and abundance? In this episode, The Advisor Journey welcomes Omani (formerly Ron) Carson to discuss his evolution as a business leader and person. From his early days of relentless hustle to building Carson Group into an industry powerhouse, Omani shares the key lessons that shaped his journey. This conversation is packed with insi...

Hosts Dasarte Yarnway and Jason Wenk sit down with Nyle Bayer and Matt Middleton, the visionaries behind Future Proof. They discuss the evolution of financial industry events, the role of AI in wealth management, and the biggest challenges advisors face today. From career-defining connections to groundbreaking innovations, this conversation dives into how technology and human relationships are reshaping the industry. Plus, bold pre...

In this episode Dasarte sits down with Chris Fisher, co-founder of ISTO Advisors, to explore how a firm built on service, coaching, and intentional culture has scaled to nearly $1 billion in AUM. Chris shares how ISTO’s philosophy—serving team, clients, and community—creates a foundation for sustainable growth, why investing in people (not just processes) is the key to success, and how their Director of Coaching and Culture helps e...

In this episode of The Advisor Journey, hosts Jason Wenk and Dasarte Yarnway sit down with Chris Mastro of Impact Fiduciary to discuss his unique path to becoming a financial advisor. Starting as a client inspired by his own advisor’s impact, Chris made the leap into financial planning after a creative career in photography and operations. Learn how Chris’s blend of empathy, problem-solving, and a passion for sustainable investing ...

In this inspiring episode of The Advisor Journey, host Dasarte Yarnway sits down with Candice Carlton, Head of Strategy at FiComm Partners, to discuss the transformative power of authenticity in business and life. Candice shares her journey from finance to strategy, the lessons she learned about aligning work with values, and her insights on overcoming anxiety and imposter syndrome.

Learn how financial advisors can harnes...

Dasarte Yarnway and Jason Wenk break down four essential strategies to prepare advisors for a year of growth, efficiency, and client satisfaction. From choosing the right technology to defining your ideal client, Dasarte and Jason discuss actionable steps every advisor can implement now to set up for success in the coming year. Learn how to balance founder and

manager mode, leverage new tech tools, and create a marketing megaphone t...

“It’s okay to stop when you’re happy”is an oft-quoted line in Advisor Journey discussions. In this episode, Jason and Dasarte are joined by someone who’s living it. Matt Stahl founded and successfully scaled his firm, Fiat Wealth Management. But at a certain

point, he realized his true passions were elsewhere. Matt helps answer the question: How does one decide to walk away?

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Clients are bombarded with investment information 24/7. How can advisors make sure their messaging is getting through? John Prendergast, founder of Blueleaf, joins The Advisor Journey for a wide ranging discussion about his experience building wealth management software, the problems advisors face as they scale, and how to manage client relations amid a noisy media environment.

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Thomas Cook founded his firm, Retire to Tellico, after identifying a niche in his community that could benefit from quality financial advice and planning. Thomas joins Dasarte on The Advisor Journey for a wide-ranging discussion about starting his firm from scratch, the notion of operating with an “abundance mindset,” and strategies for serving a wider.

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 In this special host-only episode of The Advisor Journey, Jason Wenk and Dasarte Yarnway break down the key obstacle that’s holding back many advisors from evolving their businesses to be more efficient and create better client outcomes. Plus, they cover helpful practice management tips around hiring (and firing), retention, listening, and feedback loops.

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In this episode of The Advisor Journey, we sit down with Dylan Parker and Anish Karyat from Moment to delve into the intricacies of fixed-income investing and to make an exciting announcement about fixed income opportunities on the Altruist platform. As the financial landscape shifts with rising interest rates and inflation, Dylan and Anish share their perspectives on the current market conditions, key economic indicators, and how ...

Altruist’s VP of Marketing, Chris Hiestand, and Head of Content, Will Steiner, join The Advisor Journey to talk about all things advisor marketing, from the key principles that drive marketing success, to specific strategies that advisors can deploy to boost their marketing game. Plus, Chris and Will offer their must-hear hot takes about what matters – and what doesn’t – when it comes to winning new clients and growing your busines...

Say goodbye to boring conferences and hello to an intentional and community-driven atmosphere where connection, learning, and innovation thrive. Experience peer-led sessions covering timely and relevant information, happy hours, and curated networking opportunities. Dive deep into three core themes: enhancing your planning skills, growing your business, and maximizing efficiency for client delight. Come be a part of our community o...