The Fine Print

Welcome to The Fine Print, the podcast where experts at Succession Resource Group unpack the latest industry trends, recommendations, and observations, for independent advisors managing their own financial services practice, with no fluff and a little entertainment.In this episode:Get an exclusive look into David’s early years in the financial services industryDiscover how the M&A landscape has evolved over the years and what it means for your businessLearn how the team at Succession Planning helps clients achieve their goals and maximize their valueGain valuable personal and professional insights from David on what he finds most rewarding in lifeThe critical role of planning ahead in business exits: learn how to maximize the value of your business and set yourself up for a successful exit Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to learn from one of the industry’s most respected experts. Tune in now and get ready to take your financial services game to the next level!Connect with David:Succession Resource GroupLinkedIn: David Grau Jr.LinkedIn: Succession Resource GroupFacebook: Succession Resource GroupInstagram: Succession Resource GroupAbout David: David Grau Jr. is the founder and CEO of Succession Resource Group (SRG), a consulting firm serving independent financial advisors. . Prior to launching SRG, David was the leading M&A consultant for a well-known succession planning firm to advisors where he led and developed numerous programs for RIAs. Prior to this role, David served in the United States Navy.David is a published author and accomplished speaker and has been interviewed and cited in dozens of publications over the last decade. He is one of the leading speakers in the financial services industry on M&A and next-gen building strategies, with over 200 presentations to his credit. In the past five years, he has spoken at a variety of the industry’s leading firms, including LPL Financial Services, Wells Fargo, Ameriprise Financial, ING, Independent Financial Group, Geneos, Swan Global, Advisor Group, Fidelity, Jackson National, Prudential, Raymond James, and regularly volunteers his time speaking for the Financial Services Institute (FSI) and FPA chapters around the country.David holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Portland State University and a Master’s Degree from Willamette University’s Atkinson Graduate School of Management. David, his wife Kristen, and their three children recently relocated from Portland, Oregon to Austin, Texas, and take every opportunity to connect with their new community.Fun Facts: David enjoys spending time with his family, reading, running, is an avid wine enthusiast and developing a taste for cigars, loves traveling, and reading, he also enjoys snow and water sports and loves basketball (playing or watching). Prior to having three children and starting a business, David had a beautiful head of hair. Now he doesn’t.

Are you an independent financial advisor managing your own practice? Stay ahead of the game with SRG Off Script, the podcast where Succession Resource Group’s experts dive deep into the latest industry trends, recommendations, and observations. With no fluff and a touch of entertainment, we provide valuable insights on understanding and leveraging the value of your business, growing your business through optimized organizational structures and deals, improving and protecting your business for sustainability, and preparing for retirement to maximize results. Each episode brings a fresh perspective to industry trends, empowering you to achieve your business goals. So grab your favorite beverage and join us on SRG Off Script for expert advice on managing your financial services practice.