WealthTech on Deck

WealthTech on Deck

WealthTech on Deck is a show featuring meaningful conversations with financial services leaders. Our host, Jack Sharry, engages financial services executives that are solving specific challenges around fintech ecosystems and household wealth technology.

Episodes

June 17, 2025 29 mins
This week, Jack Sharry talks with Kellan Brown, Chief Operating Officer and Chief Development Officer at 100 Women in Finance. With an impressive resume that includes leadership roles at Income Lab, PrimeCo, and Finance of America’s Retirement Strategies Division, Kellan has also earned accolades like the Disruptor Award and Ascension Award from WealthManagement.com and was named one of InvestmentNews’ Women to Watch. In their con...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Allie Carey, Chief Strategy Officer, SEI Private Banking and Wealth Management. Allie focuses on strategic planning, global wealth management industry assessment, global go-to-market strategies, channel partnerships, and M&A opportunities. Jack and Allie talk about the role of bank trusts and private banks in wealth management. Allie shares how banks can harness their vast client base to dri...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Justin Singer, Partner at EY. Justin provides strategy and management consulting services to many top wealth management, asset management, insurance, and retirement firms to drive growth and retention, improve their offerings, and achieve stronger operating margins through strategic and tactical projects. Jack and Justin discuss why WaaS (Wealth as a Service) is the future of financial servi...
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Alternative investments are surging in popularity, but how do distributors, asset managers, and advisors adapt? While the appetite for alternatives continues to rise, education remains one of the biggest hurdles to widespread adoption. Managing alternatives requires more than just a basic understanding. It demands deep, specialized expertise. Despite significant investments in training and educational initiatives, the need for deep...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Arnulf Hsu, CEO of GReminders. Arnulf is a serial entrepreneur and has been leading and running B2B enterprise software companies for the last 20+ years as CEO, CTO, Product Leader, and Board Member. He has a strong background in technology and business development, focusing on building successful ventures and growing companies from the ground up. Jack and Arnulf talk about why GReminders is...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Mike Capelle, Co-founder & Co-CEO of Modern Wealth Management. From his decades-long career in wealth management, Mike has experience building advisor-client platforms that drive continuous growth. He was part of the team that co-founded, scaled, and sold United Capital, a $25 billion RIA with 90 locations, to Goldman Sachs for $750 million. Jack and Mike discuss how Modern Wealth Management...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Randy Lambert, EVP and Head of RIA Solutions at Intention.ly. Randy shares how his experience scaling Orion informs his work helping FinTech and RIA firms streamline operations, align marketing, and enhance client engagement. He highlights the importance of eliminating silos, implementing intelligent automation, and transforming operations from a cost center to a strategic growth engine. In ...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Ryan VanGorder, CEO at Opto Investments, about revolutionizing private markets for wealth managers. Ryan highlights how Opto’s technology simplifies complex private market strategies, helping advisors deliver tailored, scalable solutions to their clients. They discuss the shift from institutional to retail access in private investments and the importance of guided intelligence, customization,...
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This week, Jack Sharry is joined by Ryan Eisenman, Co-Founder and CEO of Arch—a platform built to streamline and standardize private investment operations. With a strong background in private markets, Ryan shares how Arch is leveraging technology to make alternative investing more secure, efficient, and accessible. Ryan breaks down the key trends fueling mainstream adoption and explains how Arch is helping family offices, RIAs, and...
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This week, Jack Sharry talks with Brooke Elliott, Dean of Gies College of Business at the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. Brooke leads the college in developing a compelling, strategic vision while continuing to build upon its distinctive brand and identity. They discuss how the college empowers future leaders through transformative education, research, and innovation. Brooke shares how their purpose-driven approach is em...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Steven Miyao, an Executive Coach at Coaching Metta. Steven equips executives, entrepreneurs, and startups with the skills, strategies, and mindset needed for sustainable success. He helps professionals navigate career transitions, balance family and personal goals, and discover lasting fulfillment. Jack and Steven explore the challenges and opportunities of midlife career transitions, offeri...
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Edward Jones is redefining what it means to provide personalized advice. The firm is creating a signature experience where personalized service is not a luxury but an expectation and where the best financial advisors have the tools, capabilities, and technology needed to provide a seamless, sophisticated, and impactful advisory experience. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Russ Tipper, General Partner at Edward Jones. Russ l...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Doug Fritz, Founder & Executive Chairman of F2 Strategy. A seasoned veteran in the wealth management industry, Doug leads a team of experts at F2 Strategy and is a highly sought-after strategist, helping growth-focused advisory firms make informed decisions about their technology and client experience. Jack and Doug discuss the confluence of marketing and technology in the wealth management i...
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The shift from pensions to 401(k)s, paired with uncertainty around Social Security, has left many retirees with less income and at risk of outliving their savings. Allianz, in partnership with Empower, is taking the challenge head-on. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Matthew Gray, Vice President of Employer Markets at Allianz Life. Matt is responsible for the company's employer markets and defined contribution business. He o...
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In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Jan Buchsbaum, Chief Product Officer, and Mark Fitzgerald, National Sales Manager at Nassau Financial Group. They discuss the integration of annuities and social security planning in creating guaranteed retirement income and Nassau's product development and solution design. From simplifying complex financial products and processes to a streamlined user experience and smart approach to partner...
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Many women and next-generation investors have struggled to find advisors who truly understand them. Finding the right fit, getting clear information, and building confidence to manage finances effectively are real challenges. However, the old-school client-advisor dynamic is changing, creating an era in which genuine human connections matter just as much as portfolio performance. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Lacy Garcia,...
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Retirement is no longer viewed as a single event marking the end of one's career, but rather as a chapter with multiple phases and possibilities. This shift has led advisors to rethink their approach to retirement planning, with a focus on balancing financial strategies, healthcare needs, and lifestyle choices. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Ken Dychtwald, Founder and CEO of Age Wave. For 45+ years, Ken has been a leading ...
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The RIA industry is experiencing massive consolidation, driving demand for integrated solutions that unify technology, investment management, and professional services. With its extensive back-office expertise, technology, and investment solutions, SEI is well-positioned to meet this growing need.  In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Michael Lane, EVP and Head of Asset Management at SEI. Michael is responsible for the business ...
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At its root, marketing is about storytelling. As markets shift and client needs evolve, Franklin Templeton creates narratives that remain relevant and align with the firm's core mission. Listening to the market, using technology like AI, and collaborating across teams allows the company to maintain its relevance while staying true to its core values. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Jennifer Ball, Chief Marketing Officer at ...
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January 14, 2025 32 mins
UMH is changing the world of wealth management, helping clients earn more and keep more through tax-smart, multi-account coordination. Many advisory firms recognize the benefits of UMH but often face challenges with its adoption. Having access to the right tools and technology solutions, however, best positions firms and advisors to increase assets under management. In this episode, Jack Sharry talks with Scott Smith, Director of A...
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