The Modcast

In episode 12 of The Modcast, we dive into the world of investment management with Stephen “Tuck” Tuckwood, the Director of Investments at Modern Wealth Management. Hosted by Jason Gordo, this episode offers a blend of professional insights and background, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in the intricacies of investment platforms and the dynamics of a growing financial firm. 

Tuck elaborates on his role as the Directo...

In episode 11 of The Modcast, hosts Jason Gordo and Gary Roth host our first guests and dive into:

• Real Stories from Real Offices
  • Guests Dean Barber and Mark King shared how their teams experienced meaningful career growth after joining Modern Wealth. From investment platform roles to office leadership, their stories illustrate the human impact of strategic decisions.
• Selling a Business Is More Than a Financial Tra...

In episode 10 of The Modcast, hosts Jason Gordo and Gary Roth discuss what the workplace of the future might look like.

From shifting real estate needs to evolving hiring practices, the post-COVID world has rewritten the rules on where and how we work.

In this episode, Jason and Gary dive into:

• Work-from-home policies and how they’ve reshaped office space
• The rise of remote work and its impact on hiring
• Hybrid models—and whe...

In episode nine of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss the how private equity has changed the RIA industry over the last decade or so.

Episode Highlights:

• Private Equity's Role in RIA Space
• Impact on Valuation and Transactions
• Professionalization and Operational Excellence
• Scalability and Stability
• Industry Growth and Opportunities

Episode 005: https://youtu.be/LIx-CtFSA0g

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In episode eight of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss the elements of a deal.

Episode Highlights:

• Understanding the Letter of Intent and its role in deal-making.
• The significance of due diligence as an element of the deal and what it entails.
• How private equity is influencing the RIA & A space.
• The transition and integration process for new partners.
• The importance of cultural fit and team dynamics...

In episode seven of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss 10 reason they said no to a deal, a buyer's perspective.

Episode Highlights:

• Client Demographics: Recognizing the impact of client concentration risk.
• Systems and Tech Stack: How technology influences business value and sustainability.
• Team Strength: The significance of having a strong, cohesive team.
• Transferability: Ensuring business processes...

In episode six of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss 10 reason they said yes to a deal, a buyer's perspective. Episode Highlights:

• Cultural Fit: The importance of aligning values and the "dinner test" for assessing compatibility. 
• Business Model Alignment: Ensuring the business model fits with financial planning, tax engagement, and investment management. 
• Control Sharing: The necessity of a shared ...

In episode five of The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, they discuss the acceleration of M&A activity in wealth management.

Episode Highlights:

• The RIA space has seen significant growth in M&A activity over the past decade

Gary and Gordo discuss how M&A (mergers and acquisitions) in the RIA world have accelerated over the last 20 years. 

Episode Highlights:

• A breakdown of how the RIA space has evolved over the past 25 years.
• Why the future of the RIA space includes more M&A activity and innovation.
• Understanding how the shift from commissions to fees has transformed financial planning.

Catch up with us and...

Welcome to The Modcast, hosted by Gary Roth and Jason Gordo, and presented by Modern Wealth Management. In our inaugural episode, "Building Something Modern," we delve into the fascinating journey of Modern Wealth Management, exploring its origins, evolution, and the vision driving its future.

Catch up with us and connect with Casey Harrison at Modcast.show

Additional Resources: https://www.capitalgroup.com/ria/insights/news/artic...

The Modcast is here with Modern Wealth Management co-founders, Gary Roth and Jason Gordo.

Gary and Gordo talk about building and growing an RIA. Specifically, what are the challenges you might face? How do you grow and inorganic strategy? What is inorganic? What's organic growth? How is it calculated? What does it mean? Why should you be concerned? So we're going to talk about all of those things. They'll discuss technology, the pl...