In this episode of The Wealth Horizon Podcast, Rosemary Denney talks with Brad Mook, Managing Director of Investments and Finance at Rosemont, about what RIA and wealth management M&A look like beneath the headlines. Brad breaks down how today's conversations have moved past "establishing a beachhead" into questions of scale, deal structure, and long-term succession. He also explains why advisory firms still need to return to the core of the work: serving clients well.
Rosemary and Brad walk through situations where M&A can strengthen a firm, the moments when staying independent is the right answer and the cultural factors that shape whether a merger actually works. They cover the pressures that come with competing for ultra-high-net-worth clients, the warning signs that can stall a deal and the reason organic growth and a consistent marketing presence remain essential for firm health.
In this episode, they discuss:
- What is fueling ongoing RIA and wealth management M&A activity
- How headline momentum and peer pressure can push firms into deals that don't support their strategy
- When scale can improve client outcomes and when it creates new problems
- The people and culture considerations that influence whether two firms can operate well together
- How to prepare years in advance for a sale, merger or internal transition
- Why organic growth, a strong online presence and consistent marketing still shape long-term stability
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What is The Wealth Marketing Podcast?
The Wealth Marketing Podcast (The Wealth Horizon Podcast) examines the trends, marketing practices and growth approaches shaping wealth management firms today. Hosted by Rosemary Denney, founder and CEO of Wealth Matters Consulting, the show features guest conversations and examples from the field that help financial advisors, RIAs and family offices strengthen client relationships and talk about their work without overcomplicating it.
As advisor marketing and online presence continue to influence how firms are seen, The Wealth Marketing Podcast offers support for wealth management professionals who want to improve visibility, communicate with purpose and keep their firms focused on the goals that guide their work.