RIA Edge Nashville Day 2 - Central Standard Time
The most successful RIA firms don't just manage wealth—they create enduring institutions that transcend their founders. As the industry matures and first-generation firm builders approach transition points, succession planning has evolved from an eventual consideration to an immediate strategic imperative.
- Dave Welling - Chief Executive Officer, Mercer Advisors
- Andree Mohr - President, Integrated Partners
Hear from leading marketing minds at fast-growing RIA firms as they discuss the new initiatives and difference-making strategies helping drive organic growth.
- Joe Anthony - Co-Founder & President, Gregory FCA
- Michelle Winkles, MBA - Partner and Chief Marketing Officer, Mission Wealth
- Darcy O'Brien - Chief Marketing Officer, Simon Quick Advisors
- Kayla Kennelly - Chief Growth Officer, Opal Wealth Advisors
- Corey Kupfer - Founder and Managing Partner, Kupfer., PLLC
- Matt Regan - President, Wealthcare Capital Management
- Vince Curtin - Head of Mergers and Acquisitions Strategy, Modera
- Kevin Corbett - Managing Director, Corporate Development & Strategy, Mariner
A discussion sharing insights and takeaways from the FAB Breakfast held at RIA Edge Nashville, highlighting strategies for women in leadership roles to foster more inclusive environments within their firms and guide the next generation of women in wealth management.
- Kate Healy - CEO and Co Founder, AdvoKate IQ, LLC
- Erin Tyra, CFP - Sales Director, RIA Annuity Distribution, Nationwide
As client demand for alternative investments intensifies, RIA firms face mounting pressure to deliver sophisticated private market access traditionally reserved for institutional investors. This session explores practical approaches to private equity, private credit, tax mitigation strategies, and real estate allocations within diversified wealth management strategies. Participants will examine access models, fee structures, and client communication frameworks that enable successful private market implementation at the RIA level.
- Ted Vergis - Chief Revenue Officer, Inception
- Simeon Wallis, CFA - Chief Investment Officer &Partner, Aprio Wealth Management
- Ryan Marcus - Chief Business & Engagement Officer, Binah Capital Group
- Agatha Errante - Founder, There Centsability Project
- Ann Hynek - Founder, Hestia Wealth and Wellness
Family office services are no longer just for the ultra-wealthy—they’re redefining the future of advice. Learn how to sharpen your service set, price with confidence, and build the infrastructure to deliver without breaking your team. Walk away with a roadmap to scale smarter, deepen trust, and protect profitability.
- Michael Woocher - Chief Advisory Officer, HB Wealth
- Jay Sanders - Managing Partner, Family Office & Tax Services, MAI Capital Management
