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By Carson Group, in collaboration with Laura LaTourette, CFP®, Managing Partner, Senior Wealth Advisor, Family Wealth Management Group The LGBTQ+ community in the U.S. represents a significant and growing economic force, with an estimated $1.4 trillion in annual purchasing power – making it one of the most financially influential demographics in the country. Yet despite …

In her more than two decades in the financial services industry, Clara Sierra hasn’t had many sponsors. “I’ve had many, many, many mentors,” said Sierra, who is a senior director at Moody’s Analytics. “But I would say I have only had two sponsors.” As a woman and as an Afro-Latina, sponsors are few and far …

With studies showing that women often leave advisors if not feeling connected, wealth managers must understand the importance of building relationships with female clients. Tune in to the Framework Podcast episode featuring Debra Taylor, where we explore how intentional connections with women can lead to better client retention and satisfaction.  In this episode, Ana Trujillo …

Motivational speaker Jim Rohn is famously quoted as saying: “You are the average of the five people you spend the most time with.” Take a moment and jot down the names of the five people you spend the most time with. Are they people you aspire to be like? Do they have the characteristics you …

Join us live from the SER Summit for Latin@s in FinServ as we interview Lacy Garcia founder and CEO of Willow. Topics of Discussion: Discuss Lacy’s journey into the industry How she came to found Willow Her take on our State of Women in Wealth Management Research Why it’s important to serve women and how …

Occam’s razor is a principle often ascribed to logician and Franciscan friar William of Ockham. Essentially, it states that in most cases, the simplest option is usually the right option. And Leonardo da Vinci has been quoted as saying, “Simplification is the ultimate sophistication.” So, two of the most brilliant people to ever live on …

Is traditional behavioral finance missing the mark? Brian Portnoy, CFA, founder of Shaping Wealth, joins Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Editorial, to introduce “Behavioral Finance 2.0,” a fresh take that goes beyond client-centric advice to a human-centric model. Rather than “fixing” biases, Brian emphasizes tapping into clients’ real motivations and strengths. He shares how advisors can …

Want to learn how female entrepreneurs are reshaping the investment landscape? In this episode, Ana Trujillo Limón, Director, Coaching and Advisor Content, speaks with Jessica Golson, CIPM, SVP, Investments and Trading at Carson Group, and  Erin Wood, CFP®, CRPC, FBS®, SVP, Financial Planning and Advanced Solutions at Carson Group. They explore the dynamics of trends …

You’ve likely experienced a power outage for any number of reasons – a tropical storm, a blizzard or too many people being on the power grid. “When your power goes out, it can be a very daunting feeling,” said Lazetta Rainey Braxton, MBA, CFP, CEO and President of The Real Wealth Coterie, at her Excell …

Workplace diversity is often focused on gender and ethnicity—like achieving balanced representation of men and women or reflecting the demographics of a firm’s local community or customer base. Yet firms that extend this focus to include people with disabilities are discovering additional advantages. Hiring differently-abled employees can foster innovation, enhance customer experience and boost overall …

We still haven’t solved the puzzle of building inclusive cultures. But when organizations are able to develop inclusive cultures where women can thrive, they can be more influential and differentiate themselves in the industry. Our 2023 State of Women in Wealth Management research gave us insight into why culture is so important to women in …