In this episode of The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast, hosts Deshawn Peterson and Mike Zarrelli are joined by Julie Johnson and Jack Heintzelman, two financial professionals passionate about fostering the next generation of advisors. The conversation delves into the importance of advocating for oneself, cultivating next-gen talent, and bridging the gap between seasoned professionals and emerging advisors. Julie shares her experiences as a former advisor turned coach, emphasizing the value...

In this episode of The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast, hosts Deshawn Peterson and Mike Zarrelli sit down with Colin Overweg, founder and CEO of Advize Wealth Management, to explore his journey from insurance sales to establishing a successful independent advisory firm. Colin shares how his frustrations with outdated financial industry practices and clunky brokerage systems inspired him to launch a client-centric, technology-forward wealth management service.Colin offers a candid look at...

In this episode of The Blueprint, Deshawn Peterson and Mike Zarrelli chat with Kimberly Mamaril of Los Olas Capital Advisors about her career journey and lessons learned along the way. Kim highlights the importance of betting on yourself, especially when you consider that others are betting on you as well. She discusses her vision to elevate the financial planning profession to the level of doctors and lawyers, pushing the industry upward. Kim also opens up about her personal story, including...

In this episode of The BluePrint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast, we’re excited to have Blake Pinyan, CFP®, EA, and 2024 President of FPA NexGen, as our guest. As a financial planner at Anchor Bay Capital and a dedicated leader in the NexGen community, Blake offers a unique blend of professional expertise and a passion for fostering growth in the financial planning profession.Blake shares his journey, insights into his leadership vision for FPA NexGen, and what it means to create meaningful change in...

In this captivating episode of The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast, we are excited to host Jolisa Gonzalez, a visionary Latina professional who is making significant strides in the financial industry.Jolisa talks about the importance of pro bono work and her relationship with SER - an organization that focuses on supporting, educating, and recharging individuals in the latino community through the power of financial planning.In addition to her research and professional contributions, Jolisa...

In our final installment of the "FPA NexGen® Gathering" series, check out Nichole Graham, our 2024 NexGen Gathering Co-Chair, as she ask questions from the audience for Michael Kitces.

Join us for the third installment of the "FPA NexGen Gathering" series, as Riley Saunders steps from behind the booth to interview attendees of Gathering, specifically those that are 2nd generation financial planners. Riley is a second generation CFP® and wants to uncover how other 2nd generation financial planners navigate having family in the business. At the top of the video, Riley speaks with Deshawn Peterson about lessons learned from both his father and figures outside of the financial...

Join Mike and Deshawn as they sit down with students who are studying financial planning at their respective universities. In today's episode, you will find our second issue of the "FPA NexGen® Gathering" series. Deshawn and Mike were lucky enough to meet students who were willing to share their unique perspectives that come from being new to the field of financial planning. Whether it's the importance of finding a mentor in your career, why they chose to be in the field of financial...

In today's episode of The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® podcast, we get to hear first hand from attendees of FPA's NexGen® Gathering conference. Deshawn and Mike sit down with several financial planners from all over the country and ask a few questions on why they decided to go to Gathering, what shaped their views towards finance, and why community or "finding your tribe" is critical towards forward progress in your career. Further reflections from attendees dove into the lessons they have...

In this engaging episode of The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast, we sit down with Lizbeth G. Menjivar-Muñoz, an Investment Consultant at Fidelity. Lizbeth masterfully juggles the demanding world of finance with the joys and challenges of motherhood.Lizbeth opens up about her journey into the financial sector, sharing how she carved out her path in a competitive industry and what motivates her to excel at her role.Lizbeth shares heartfelt anecdotes about the balancing act of managing her...

Welcome to "The Blueprint: An FPA NexGen® Podcast," where hosts Deshawn Peterson, CFP® and Mike Zarrelli, CFP®, EA, invite you into the dynamic world of financial planning.In the intro episode, they share their vision for the podcast: a platform to explore the journeys and experiences of the next generation of financial planners.Mike and Deshawn dive into their own personal stories, emphasize the podcast's mission to inspire, and educate listeners through candid conversations.Mike and Deshawn...

In this trailer episode, listen as our co-host, Mike Zarrelli, CFP®, EA, details what he hopes to achieve by starting a new podcast with FPA NexGen®.