Luminaries Awards

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Financial & Investment Innovation — Firms, Group 2

These firms have created unique products, services and processes that meet advisors' and investors' latest needs.

LPL's Steinmeier: Who Are You Calling an IBD?

"We have really shed that skin," the firm's top business development executive tells ThinkAdvisor.

Cambridge Launches New Fee-Only RIA

BridgePort Financial Solutions, led by Eddie Rollins, will acquire stakes in small and midsize firms.

Tax and Wealth Management Meet in a Growing Sweet Spot

CFP and enrolled agent Dave Alison leans in to a "holistic" foundation to serve clients and advisors alike.

The Biggest Gaps in RIAs Today: Joe Duran

Here's what stands between midsize firms and the national market, according to the former United Capital CEO.

On Stage: The LUMINARIES 2023 Awards Ceremony

We spotlight this year's winners, who came dressed to impress for the recognition event at New York's Gotham Hall.

How Charitable Works and Philanthropy Connect Alger to Its Community

Alger CEO Dan Chung shows how giving back helps the financial industry and those communities that advisors serve and live in.

20 Books Loved by Industry Execs

Carl Richards, Bill Crager, Natalie Wolfsen and others recommend these reads for inspiration, lessons in leadership and fun.

Alger Lost Its CEO on 9/11. Dan Chung Stepped Up.

Chung, now CEO, rebuilt the growth-investing boutique by recognizing talent and complementing weaknesses (his own).

Why Financial Planning Beats Asset Management for Client Retention: Jeff Dekko

The CEO of Wealth Enhancement Group talks about building a cohesive culture while growing at breakneck speed.

Tom James to Leave Raymond James' Board

He will keep an office at the firm's headquarters "and continue in several advisory roles," the bank says.

Meet the 2023 LUMINARIES Winners

We recognized this year's winners at our third annual gala, held Tuesday at Gotham Hall in New York.

iCapital Brings Alternative Investment Opportunities to Advisors

CEO Lawrence Calcano shares how technology innovation and education may help advisors and their clients identify new opportunities in the alternative investment marketplace.

How Vestmark Uses Innovation to Help Advisors With Tax and Portfolio Management

Vestmark's David Gordon discusses how the company's VAST platform shows how innovation helps in the financial sector.

How Adding Riskier Assets Can Lower Portfolio Risk

Advisor David Scranton's approach for clients includes higher-dividend equity strategies and bond-like investments.

Helping 'Millionaires Next Door' Build Their Assets and Spend Them

Wealth advisor Dustin Gale reminds overly frugal clients "that they can't take it with them."

How Raymond James' Jodi Perry Created a Trailblazing, 30-Year Career

Raymond James' Jodi Perry reflects on three decades in the financial services and advisor industry and what leadership means to her.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Executive Leadership — Individuals, Group 2

Here's how executives at RIAs and retirement-focused firms are changing the advice industry.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Executive Leadership — Firms

These broker-dealers, RIAs and other financial services groups are making a difference through their unique initiatives.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Executive Leadership — Individuals, Group 1

Here's how executives at BDs, consulting and educational groups and financial technology firms are changing the industry.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Community Impact — Individuals

Here's how financial advisors, industry executives and asset managers are making a difference — locally and nationwide.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Community Impact — Firms

Here's how broker-dealers, RIAs and other financial-services groups are making a difference — locally and nationwide.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Thought Leadership & Education — Firms, Group 1

These top industry programs are paving the way for advisors to better serve clients and grow their practices.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Thought Leadership & Education — Firms, Group 2

These top industry programs are paving the way for advisors to better serve clients and grow their practices.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Thought Leadership & Education — Individuals

These industry VIPs are leading the way with podcasts, TikTok content and tax strategies to help advisors grow their practices.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Financial & Investment Innovation — Individuals

These VIPs have helped create unique products, services and processes that meet advisors' and investors' latest needs.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Financial & Investment Innovation — Firms, Group 2

These firms have created unique products, services and processes that meet advisors' and investors' latest needs.

LUMINARIES 2023 Finalists: Financial & Investment Innovation — Firms, Group 1

These firms have created unique products, services and processes that meet advisors' and investors' latest needs.

Jackson Aims to Lift Families From Poverty to Financial Well-Being

Financial freedom doesn't begin at retirement; it's a lifelong pursuit built on financial knowledge, says Jackson's Danielle Robinson.

LPL Advisor Headcount Hits New High

The firm expects another strong recruiting quarter ahead, CEO Dan Arnold says.  

Dynasty Adds Ron Insana as Chief Market Strategist

The finance journalist and ex-hedge fund manager will be a spokesperson for Dynasty on investment, economic and related topics.

Industry Veteran Voted 2024 CFP Board Chair-Elect

Elizabeth Miller founded Summit Place Financial Advisors in New Jersey and serves as its president.  

Meet the 2023 LUMINARIES Judges

These 17 industry experts recently reviewed the Class of 2023 Finalists in four award categories.

Meet the LUMINARIES Class of 2023 Finalists

Our judging panel is reviewing the list, and the winners will be announced Nov. 28 at our New York gala.

Raymond James Names New Head of Advisor Inclusion Networks

Samantha Trebesch will be head of the networks, which were led earlier by Renée Baker.

Nitrogen, FMG Team Up on New Marketing Solution for Advisors

The marketing solution will help advisors leverage Nitrogen's lead-generation tools within FMG's platform, the companies said.

What if the Recession We've Been Waiting for Already Happened?

In fact, data suggests we might have already had a "real hard landing," Fidelity strategist Denise Chisholm says.

Tax Breaks Now, Charitable Gifts Later: What to Know About Donor-Advised Funds

Schwab Charitable's Fred Kaynor talks about why donor-advised funds are popular with donors and financial advisors.

What AI Can, and Can't, Do in Wealth Management

Technology and the human touch can complement each other to benefit the end client.

Advisors Must 'Go Out Into the Community': TCI Wealth CEO

"The perception of our industry has been one of advisor and company first, client third," Bob Swift says.

Advisor Larry Sprung's Not-So-Secret Marketing Weapon: Joy

The Mitlin Financial founder tells ThinkAdvisor about his attention-grabbing slogan and how offering second opinions attracts clients.

Advisors Need Automation, Not 'Phoniness': Snappy Kraken

"There's a real hunger for authenticity and being human," Snappy Kraken's Angel Gonzalez tells ThinkAdvisor.

Who Will Be Orion's Next CEO?

While there are two strong internal candidates, an outsider isn't out of the question, fintech experts say.

Here's the Question You Must Ask Before Starting an RIA

ThinkAdvisor LUMINARIES honoree Matt Sonnen helps RIAs build and execute winning growth strategies.

New Nominations Deadline for LUMINARIES 2023 Awards

ThinkAdvisor's recognition program is accepting nominations through April 25. There's no cost to participate.

How LPL Is Giving Advisors the 'Muscle' to Grow: Executive

"Advisors who use one of our services are growing on average 28% faster than peers," Aneri Jambusaria says.

How Raymond James Is Putting AI Into Practice

The tools can predict client needs and suggest action steps for advisors across their entire books of businesses, says executive David Lillis.

My Wacky Idea to Save Social Security

There is a way to avoid cutting benefits and raising taxes. But will Americans embrace it?

American College CEO to Lead Talk on Financial Education

The panel will be part of a three-day diversity, equity and inclusion conference that started Sunday.

LUMINARIES 2023 Nominations Portal Open

ThinkAdvisor's recognition program is accepting nominations through April 18. There's no cost to participate.

FMG Uses OpenAI, Vestorly in New Content Engine for Advisors

The personalization engine uses AI to create content tailored to advisors' unique writing styles, FMG says.