Big Picture In Practice
Tune in every other week to explore the latest trends across the financial sector. Joined by industry-leading guests, Big Picture in Practice will help you innovate and stay abreast of the latest information that will enable listeners to create differentiated products and foster successful client relationships in a constantly evolving investment landscape.
Episodes
Will Peck, the head of digital assets at WisdomTree, defines tokenized funds and explains their impact on the industry.
In this episode:
- Benefits and drawbacks of real-world asset tokenization.
- The difference between cryptocurrency funds and tokenized funds.
- The future of tokenized funds.
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Lazard Asset Management’s Head of Financial Institutions Group, Jen Abate, sat down with Morningstar to discuss the future of investments, the status of intermediary business, and how a solutions-first approach is the foundation of good, long-term client relationships.
In this episode:
The ever-changing face of the finance industry
The crucial role of solution-focused asset management
The importance of infrastructure investment
You ca...
Interval funds have found a foothold in the U.S. private markets, accumulating $48.9 billion in assets under management. PIMCO’s Christian Clayton explains some of the benefits and risks of this complex new investment vehicle.
In this episode:
- A clear definition of interval funds.
- Benefits and drawbacks of interval funds.
- When advisors should consider alternative investments.
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New Edge Wealth’s CIO, Cameron Dawson, sat down with Morningstar to discuss the future of investments, the status of active management, and how a holistic, customized approach is the foundation of a good investment philosophy that ensures each decision, whether risk or return, is balanced and ideal for the individual investor.
In this episode:
- How New Edge Wealth approaches their investment philosophy
- The 2024 outlook of wealth ...
- In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, our hosts sit down with Chris to understand Rockefeller Global Family Office and their approach to sustainable practice growth.
The value of personal touch in a digital world.
Strategies to recruit advisor talent.
Approaches to a consistent company culture across geographies.
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In this episode, the Big Picture in Practice podcast breaks down retirement spending and saving trends.
KC Boas, the head of retirement marketing at BlackRock, shares her outlook on emerging retirement solutions including:
- Life expectancy and retirement planning.
- Access and inclusion issues in retirement.
- Secure Act 2.0 and retirement.
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The world of investments today isn’t the same as what it was 20 years ago. Back then, the services that financial advisors provided their clients were much more 1:1 matched. As Rob Pettman, EVP and head of wealth management solutions at LPL Financial can attest, it was “a bit like being a Home Depot floor worker.”
In today’s landscape, however, advisors have evolved greatly in how they work with their investor clients on wealth mana...
Even if you live under a rock, you’ve probably heard the recent buzz around artificial intelligence. In the financial services industry, AI has sparked enthusiasm with its promise to automate tedious tasks and revolutionize efficiency, products, and services. But it’s also raised concerns, as financial regulators explore guardrails and practitioners evaluate potential biases.
To understand what AI means for wealth management profes...
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In the season 1 finale of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and Syl Flood interview Sandy Kaul about how disruptive technology like digital assets and AI will impact the future of the investment and wealth management industry. Sandy is the senior vice president of Franklin Templeton.
As the demand for personalization at scale increases, direct indexing and separately managed accounts are also becoming more popular. Tune into the latest episode of Big Picture in Practice to hear Syl Flood and Julie Willoughby discuss these strategies with guests Kaitlin Hendrix and Shawn Jaberzadeh.
In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and Syl Flood discuss the role of behavioral finance as a science in managing wealth client relationships. Joining them are guests Sarah Newcomb, Director of Financial Psychology for Morningstar, and Stan Treger, a behavioral insights advisor with Northern Trust.
In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and Syl Flood discuss how advisors can reach the next generation of investors. Joining them are guests Chanelle Pattinson, a Chartered Financial Planner and cofounder of Money Means, a financial planning subscription platform, and Ollie Smith, the senior editor of Morningstar’s European editorial team.
In this episode of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and Syl Flood dive into ESG regulations with guests Aron Szapiro and Bryan McGannon. Aron is the head of retirement studies and public policy at Morningstar, and Bryan is the director of policy and programs at US SIF: The Forum for Sustainable and Responsible Investment.
In this special two-part episode of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and Syl Flood discuss the impact of cryptocurrency and digital financial assets on advice. First, they interview Morningstar Research Services analyst Madeline Hume on the current cryptocurrency landscape. Next, they interview Hashim Mitha, CEO of MeetAmi, on the challenges and opportunities that cryptocurrency provides for advisors.
Matt and Julie interview Shila Wattamwar and Danika Waddell about sustainability. Shila is the Global Head of Retail and Wealth ESG Strategy and Strategic Partnerships at Morningstar Sustainalytics. Danika is the founder and president of Xena Financial Planning.
In this special, live episode of Big Picture in Practice, Julie Willoughby and new co-host Syl Flood interview Tanja Hester on sustainability, wallet activism, and advice for advisors who want to engage with the new generation of investors. Tanja Hester is an award-winning author and activist.
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