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The T&E Inner Circle | Planning With Embryos
October 5, 2026 | 2:00 PM EST
The T&E Inner Circle |The Intrigue and Potential of AI
September 28, 2026 | 2:00 PM EST
Foundations for Capturing Ideal Clients When Confidence Is Falling
How 9/11 Spurred Advisors' Pro Bono Movement
Scott Kahan helped organize volunteer financial planning for victims' families after the terrorist attacks, launching a movement that continues today.
Former LPL CEO Dan Arnold Lands at AI-Native Wealth Firm
Arnold will serve as executive chairman at the New York wealth management platform, which plans to launch its AI-native operating system next week.
A Growing Opportunity for Merit Scholarships
The number of families willing to pay $80,000 to $90,000 or more for a private university is dwindling.
Bank of America Merrill Lynch Snags $1.2B UBS Team in New Mexico
Merrill Lynch is continuing on a recruiting streak this week after securing advisor teams overseeing a combined $1.8 billion.
Deals & Moves: RFG Advisory Oversees RIA Merger to Form $750M WFA Volare
In other deal news, Wealthcare adds a $550 million RIA to its 1099 channel, OnePointBFG expands in Florida, and Hightower pulls a $1.6 billion affiliate into its Signature Wealth employee advisor business.
SEC Claims NJ Man Orchestrated $16M Ponzi Scheme Targeting Ghanian Community
According to a complaint filed in New York, Ernest Ossei Boateng allegedly defrauded over 200 investors by promising 25% returns while using funds for personal expenses and speculative day trading.
AI in Asset Management Has Made It More Homogeneous
Original thought may be becoming a scarce resource.
Wealth Management Celebrates Top Companies, Executives at 2026 Industry Awards
Judges recognized companies for their outstanding support of financial advisors' success in various categories from among over 300 finalists.
Vanguard’s Deal for Altruist a ‘Trojan Horse’ to Push RIA Vendors
RIA CEOs said they are less concerned about Vanguard pairing with Altruist to create competition, as they are hopeful it will spur sector innovation.
Advising Women? Try Not Telling Them What To Do
Advisors who ask women about their values help clients close the gap between purpose and implementation.
7 Reasons Going Independent May Not Be Right for Every Advisor
The best model depends on what you want from your business, career and future.
The Case Against Cutting Social Security Benefits
It’s hard to sell the idea that what this economy needs is less protection from Social Security.
College Costs Are Due for a Correction, Not a Crash
College is less like an overvalued stock about to crash than an expensive bond due for a repricing.
25 Years Later, Kestra CIO Recalls How 9/11 Shaped Her
Kara Murphy, the president and CIO of Kestra Investment, said her desire to help others through turbulent times stemmed in part from narrowly surviving the attack.
The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors Replay: Why So Many Successful Advisors Feel Stuck
Louis and Mindy Diamond explore why successful financial advisors can feel stuck despite thriving businesses—and how agency, enterprise value, risk, legacy, and a clear true north can help them evaluate what comes next.
As Senate Crypto Vote Approaches, Industry Weighs Uncertain Future
Next week’s vote on the CLARITY Act has become more difficult as some senators have expressed reservations about the legislation (and uncertainty about its chances).
