Geri Eisenman Pell, a Barron's Hall of Fame advisor, shares her insights on succession planning for financial advisors. She emphasizes starting with self-reflection: identifying your strengths and understanding market demands. The process shouldn't start with financials but with understanding the culture and leadership of potential partners.
Identify your strengths and market demands.
Prioritize clients, team, and culture before financials.
Start the due diligence process by getting to know the owners and culture of potential partners.
Leadership is crucial in driving organizational value and client/team treatment.
Having recently merged her Ameriprise practice into Rise Private Wealth Management, Pell shares insights about the best ways for advisors to navigate succession planning. Host: Ray Sclafani.