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Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa

Elite Consulting Partners

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Advisor Talk with Frank LaRosa offers unfiltered guidance and advice for financial advisors, wealth management professionals, and entrepreneurs alike who are interested in maximizing both their business and personal potential. Informed by Frank's unique insights and his personal conversations with industry leaders, the dynamic discussion topics of Advisor Talk include business ownership, leadership, practice management, transition and recruiting, marketing and branding, as well as a host of ...
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Light Beer Dark Money

Chris Clements and Sean Noble

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Hosts Chris Clements and Sean Noble cover politics, culture, and the intersection of faith, freedom, and free enterprise. “Agree on something.”LIGHT BEER - Christopher W. Clements (Chris) is the former Vice Chairman and CEO of Golden Eagle Distributors, Inc. For nearly 75 years, Golden Eagle served as a family-owned, Arizona-based wholesaler for several major national brewers including: Anheuser-Busch-InBev and Sierra Nevada. Golden Eagle was sold to Phoenix-based, Hensley Beverage Company.D ...
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Filling You In: A Dental Podcast with A-Squared

Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj, Dr. Anushka Gaglani

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Join dentist entrepreneurs, and spouses, Dr. Anushka Gaglani and Dr. Abhishek Nagaraj for insights from dental industry experts and innovators on current and emerging trends in business practices, patient care and career development and what it takes to be successful in this dynamic field. Perfect for anyone passionate about business, the future of dental care, and dentists looking to become elite clinicians over time.
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Welcome to TMChats, the Innovation & Community Podcast powered by TMLabs! We are an independent professional services consultancy and an Elite ServiceNow Partner in Australia. Here at TMLabs, we feel we’ve got so much to share with the ServiceNow community, whether you’re an experienced developer or a new platform customer. We welcome you to relevant, insightful, and useful content to help you continue along your ServiceNow journey.
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Highlights include: -The real definition of AI - and what it isn’t -How advisors can use AI now for content creation, meeting summaries, keyword tracking, and CRM automation -Why prompt engineering is the new must-have skill for marketing and operations -Use cases for predictive analytics in revenue growth, client retention, and opportunity spottin…
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In this special graduation-themed episode, Chris and Sean celebrate the season of academic milestones—From Sean’s daughter finishing Kindergarten and his son graduating from Barry Goldwater Highschool - to Chris’ son graduating from All Saints 8th grade, these are some proud papas They also shine a light on a proud family achievement: Chris’ mom, G…
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Highlights include: -The myth of the “golden” handcuffs - and why deferred comp, equity, and retirement packages might not be worth staying for -Real-life examples of advisors losing $40K/month by not making a decision -How Elite’s pro forma modeling helps advisors make sense of the math behind a transition -The psychological power of complacency -…
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Chris and Sean expose the stunning hypocrisy of Biden insiders and the media elite who now claim ignorance about the President’s mental decline — despite years of evidence they helped bury. They dig into Original Sin, the explosive new book by CNN’s Jake Tapper and Axios’ Alex Thompson, and call out Tapper for profiting off the very cover-up he onc…
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Nearly all of our previous Filling You In guests have mentioned culture as an important ingredient in building successful dental practices and practice groups, but today, we're going to take a deep dive into what that means, how it's created, and how it works. Our guide is Josie Sewell, a trailblazer in the dental industry, known for helping practi…
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Key takeaways include: -What “managed CRM services” actually mean for advisors -How JEDI helps automate repetitive tasks like RMD reminders and client scheduling -Why data integrity is non-negotiable - and how to test if your data is clean -The direct impact of CRM optimization on firm valuation and exit strategy -Real use cases for automation, int…
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Congressman David Schweikert checks in from Capitol Hill after a marathon markup session on the GOP’s “One Big Beautiful Bill.” He gives a clear-eyed breakdown of what’s at stake if Congress fails to extend key provisions of the 2017 Tax Reform Act — and how Republicans are working to protect working-class Americans from looming tax hikes. He also …
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Highlights from the episode include: -Why having a successor doesn’t mean you’ve solved for succession. -The real risks of passing your business to an underprepared or undercapitalized G2. -Why external buyers may offer a better deal - and still keep your G2 in the picture. -How top acquiring firms use process, mentorship, and scale to support long…
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In this episode of Light Beer | Dark Money, Chris and Sean kick things off with a spirited exchange about the newly elected Pope Leo XIV —exploring how his distinctly American sense of faith and leadership presents a defining opportunity for the global Church. Rejecting rigid labels of liberal or conservative, they dive into his unapologetically Ca…
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Episode 119 of the Media People Podcast is LIVE with Reboot Consulting Group Managing Partner & Founder, Kerry Harris. We chat:🎯 Why dissolving a business partnership is akin to a divorce🎯 Why Kerry passed on an NCAA track scholarship🎯 Why Canadian citizens make the best US travel show producers🎯 Leading Weber Shandwick Canada🎯 What’s next with ReB…
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Other highlights include: The case for dynamic segmentation and why it outperforms static lists. How to unify contact data across multiple channels to avoid over-messaging. Creating behavioral triggers that pause or adjust email sequences based on client actions. Personalization tips, like phonetic name spelling, that boost client trust and connect…
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Habemus Papam — and he's American! Chris celebrates being right about a historic pick, and Sean reflects on the personal significance of the new Pope choosing the name Leo. From Rome to 10 Downing Street, they break down Trump’s bold new trade deal with the UK, what it means for Europe, and how China might respond. Plus, the controversial nominatio…
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If you’re wondering how your dental practice compares nationally, or just want to know what the latest trends are in the sector, today’s show is a must-listen as we welcome Beth Gaddis, Editor in Chief at Planet DDS, to share insights from the company’s 2025 Dental Industry Outlook Report based on data collected from the thousands of practices it s…
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Other highlights include: -Why “dialing in your dashboard” can help advisors focus on what matters most. -How task management, client demographics, and time allocation metrics can drive more informed decision-making. -Why tracking centers of influence and referral pipelines is critical for long-term growth. -The difference between having data - and…
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Chris and Sean are back covering some biting revelations for the Karrin Taylor Robson gubernatorial campaign being reported by Axios. Some key Trump advisors have had enough and are leaving the campaign. Chris and Sean break it down and explain what it means going forward. Meanwhile, votes are happening in Rome which will affect the entire the Cath…
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Jake Duffy of the Duffy- Matthias group at Baird joins the show to discuss all things markets and tariffs... The latest GDP numbers were released yesterday and show a mixed bag of both export declines and yet increases in business investment and stable consumer spending. What does this mean? And how are people trying to spin it? They also discuss t…
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Frank and Sue break down essential automation strategies that every advisor should implement: -How to streamline client onboarding with automated workflows to save time and reduce human error. -Using automated tracking and email alerts to ensure clients take required minimum distributions on time. -Automating tax document distribution to improve ef…
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From sports media to crisis management, TIEJA INC. Founder and Communications Strategist, Tieja MacLaughlin joins Episode 118 of the Media People Podcast. We chat…🎯 Running a communications firm focused on crisis management🎯 Delivering a career-changing elevator pitch…in an elevator🎯 Why extra curricular activities are the most important part of un…
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The Trump Administration's first 100 days can only be described as a constant rollercoaster movie of twists and turns and ups and downs, as we have consistently run out of popcorn while spilling it all over the floor. We see a dichotomy of policy and results. With immigration - an overwhelmingly secure border, but lawfare bogging down the ability t…
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Other highlights include: -Why financial advisors need to become lifelong students of the industry. -How deeper data strategies are revolutionizing business growth - and why most firms are still missing the mark. -The exciting plans to open next year's IGNITE Conference to financial advisors for the first time. -Why marketing, branding, and persona…
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Chris and Sean begin march down musical memory lane remembering past concerts of U2, REM, Echo and the Bunnymen, RUSH, and REO Speedwagon on an everything 80's music rant - before remembering an esteemed member of the Arizona congressional delegation - Andy Biggs - is an accomplished musician. Andy is also leading Karin Taylor Robson by some 30 or …
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Key takeaways from today’s episode include: -How to identify the right metrics that drive better lead generation and client conversions. -The value of internal and external Net Promoter Scores for client retention and operational insight. -Why small firms need to think like big ones - and build systems that scale. -How to future-proof your business…
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Chris and Sean are back — and they’re covering everything from fitness to foreign policy. Sean kicks things off with tales from his latest HYROX race over Easter break, then the conversation shifts to Rome as they unpack the death of Pope Francis. What kind of pope was he? Who’s next? And yes, they’re both rooting for Cardinal Timothy Dolan in thei…
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Today on Filling You In with A-Squared, we're delighted to welcome a respected voice in dentistry to the podcast who has played a particularly important role in advancing women as leaders in the industry. Dr. Aman Kaur has done this both through her mentoring relationships and through founding Women in DSO, the fastest growing dental association wi…
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In this live edition of Advisor Talk, recorded on the floor at IGNITE, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa sits down with Senior Vice President-Head of Advisor Recruiting Consulting at Raymond James, Joseph Pellegrini, for a conversation centered on what truly sets the firm apart - choice, culture, and advisor autonomy.Whether W-2 or 1099, R…
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On Day 2 of Advisor Talk live from IGNITE, Frank LaRosa is joined by Brian Mora, Senior Vice President at Ameriprise, for a powerful conversation on leadership, advisor growth, and the evolving expectations in today's wealth management landscape.From creating meaningful advisor experiences to staying agile in a fast-moving industry, Brian shares hi…
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In this special live edition of Advisor Talk, recorded on Day 1 of IGNITE, Elite Consulting Partners CEO Frank LaRosa sits down with top voices in the industry to discuss the energy, innovation, and big ideas shaping the future of wealth management.Tune in for real-time insights from the floor, including advisor trends, firm culture highlights, and…
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Entrepreneur, Beverage Industry Leader, Cannabis Pioneer, and serial Philanthropist, Smoke Wallin, joins Chris and Sean for a wide-ranging discussion of his amazing life. His latest passion is a growing non-profit called Dignity Moves, which constructs low-cost, modular housing for homeless at a fraction of the cost of government approaches. It mig…
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To be a successful entrepreneur you need to be all-in, but that creates the risk of letting your business become your identity. Lifetime entrepreneur Steven Neuner – who has built, scaled, and exited multi-million-dollar companies – joins us on this episode of Filling You In with A-Squared to explain how to prevent that from happening and share oth…
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🎙️From competitive 🎹 piano playing to media agency leadership, M&K Media President, Jill McDonald joins Episode 117 of the Media People Podcast. We chat…🎯 Running M&K Media’s day-to-day business🎯 How an injury sidelined her music performance career🎯 Studying Media, Information, and Technoculture in university🎯 Teaching the next generation of media …
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Tariffs are on. Tariffs are off. Did Trump blink — or was it all part of the master plan? Either way, the markets went on a wild ride, and Chris and Sean are here to break it all down. They dive into the strategic shifts behind Trump’s latest move, the market’s whiplash reaction, and what it all means for free markets moving forward. Plus, Sean sha…
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Topics covered include: Rich’s path to the CEO role and his early vision for the future of LPL. The evolution of affiliation models - from 1099 to W-2 and beyond. Why independence isn’t just a structure - it’s a mindset. LPL’s take on private equity’s role in the industry and the cautionary tale it presents. How LPL is helping advisors monetize the…
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In this episode, they unpack: Why advisor choice is shrinking - and what that means for your future How OSJ’s and producer group models are more relevant than ever The cultural disconnect between firm leadership and field teams Why the RIA space is no longer the “wild west” and is closing the gap with IBDs How consolidation is forcing advisors to r…
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In this jam-packed episode, Chris and Sean tackle the hot-button issues shaping America’s future — tariffs, trade, housing, and immigration. Sean kicks things off with a hopeful reflection on his guest lecture at USC, where he spoke to political communication students about the next generation of leaders. Chris follows up with another sharp critiqu…
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You could call Brian Colao a sort of legal midwife for DSOs, because he was in the trenches helping dentists form practice groups even before the term DSO was in use. In fact, Brian’s work has led to legal opinions that helped define the legality of the DSO model and set the standards for compliance and due diligence. As he explains to our hosts Dr…
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In this episode, Frank breaks it all down: -Why the $90M SEC penalty wasn’t actually dismissed – and what a “reprieve” really means -The financial and emotional toll of multi-year legal battles (even when you ‘win’) -How thin margins and legal pressure can force even well-run firms into tough decisions -The cultural clash that may lie ahead between…
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Trump dumps a deluge of disastrous tariffs on a host of countries with little or no economic impact on the world while touting it as liberation of the American Economy? If the overall goal is to eliminate the income tax burden on Americans by shifting income tax revenue to tariffs, someone needs to explain this strategy more fully as the markets be…
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Topics covered include: Why comparing payout percentages rarely tells the full story. How custom pro formas cut through the noise and reveal the real net numbers. The top mistakes advisors make when analyzing firm economics. How a $100K difference can shrink fast when you factor in headcount, taxes, and firm fees. What actually moves the needle in …
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The birth of a media agency? Obsessed Media is fresh to market! Co-Founder Danny Weisman stops by Episode 116 to chat all about it and more. We cover…- Obsessed Media’s origin story- Advising clients on buying expensive Super Bowl spots- What exactly is “The Most Index”?- Saving the NBA All-Star Weekend- How different media brands are leaning into …
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Chris and Sean kick off this episode with a recap of Sean’s latest HYROX race in Washington, D.C., where he competed alongside his wife Elissa. Amid peak cherry blossom season, the energy in the capital was electric — a sign that D.C. is alive and thriving. From there, the conversation takes a sharp turn as the duo dives into the rampant waste, fra…
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When discussing consolidation in dentistry, most of the attention centers on profit-driven players such as DSO’s or private equity firms, but there’s not as much focus on what’s driving individual practice owners to seek affiliation or acquisition. Today on Filling You In, we’re going to get a ground level perspective on what’s motivating dentists …
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Show highlights include: -The ripple effects of a $90M SEC fine and how it may have triggered this acquisition -The unintended consequences advisors face when their firm’s actions force them into quick decisions -How consolidation is impacting advisor choice and independence -Why now is the time to be selfish - and strategic - when it comes to your…
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"Hey! Do you want to start a podcast?" Those were the fabled words of Chris Clements to Sean Noble four years ago that launched the Light Beer | Dark Money podcast in the meeting rooms of GCU's Canyon Ventures. Encouraged by Executive Director, Robert Vera, the podcast began with a few guests and sounded a lot like a bad SNL NPR skit. We've since g…
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Topics covered include: Why more conversations don’t always mean more clarity. How to know when it’s time to stop looking and start deciding. The role a strategic consultant plays in simplifying the firm selection process. What really differentiates firms beyond compensation and tech. The mindset shift needed to find your “forever firm.” If you’re …
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The editor of the Atlantic, Jeffrey Goldberg, was included on a national security thread this week by mistake. But, by his detailed article, you would think what was observed the scandal of the century... when all it really showed was a national security team absolutely on the same page and working together for the betterment of the country. Don't …
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Action; Will to Win; Bring the Fire; Close the Gap. You might expect to hear these motivating words coming from a coach during a big game, but you will also hear them in the morning staff meetings at Vision Dental Partners, an emerging practice group with eight locations in Indiana and South Carolina. As you’ll discover on today’s episode of Fillin…
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The Left is suddenly outraged over threats to judges ruling against Trump—but where was this outrage when Justice Kavanaugh and other Supreme Court justices were under fire? Chris and Sean break down the hypocrisy and the Trump administration’s push to restore judicial restraint as the Founders intended. Also in this episode: The U.S. drops to 24th…
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Key takeaways from today’s episode include: The seven essential factors advisors should consider when evaluating CRM platforms. Why Redtail and Wealthbox are popular choices - but may not be scalable for growing firms. How Salesforce offers unmatched customization, automation, and AI-driven insights. The power of integration: How a well-structured …
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Chris and Sean are back to discuss the latest immigration developments as a district judge inserts himself into the foreign policy prerogatives of the Trump presidency deporting hundreds of murderous international gangs. Meanwhile, the death of Congressman Raul Grijalva begs the question as to who will succeed him and how it will affect his politic…
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Send us a text 🎙️ Welcome to the second episode of TMChats' Season 2! In this episode, TMChats’ host and ServiceNow Certified Technical Architect Julian Furey interviews TMLabs’ App Factory and DeepL® Integration Lead, Christian Zyweck. Tune in to explore DeepL® Translator Service Spoke Pro by TMLabs for ServiceNow – an innovative spoke developed b…
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