Certificant Connections

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 84,000 CFP® Professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Today’s episode is an update on current CFP Board news and activities with Kevin Keller, CFP Board CEO.   Key Takeaways [:30] Dan Drummond welcomes CFP Board CEO Kevin Keller and hands him the mic for a dive into current events, starting with the news of the election of Douglas S. King as the 2021 Chair-Elect [3:02] On December 12 of 1969, 12 insurance people met and the outcome of this meeting was the seed to the College for Financial Planning, the predecessor to CFP Board. Kevin shares the plan for the 50th-anniversary celebrations and black-tie gala at the Adler Planetarium in Chicago: One Small Step! [8:20] Kevin shares some of the discussions he had with the board around setting the June 30th, 2020 date of enforcement for the Code of Standards as well as the difference with the effective date of October 1st, 2019. [14:10] Kevin touches on the guidance documents that the CFP Board provided — through the Standard Resource Commission — for firms to more easily adopt the new Code of Standards, and where to get them. [17:13] Dan asks what Kevin has been hearing when he’s on the road during the Certificant Connections Live, talking to CFP® Professionals. [19:53] Kevin looks to the future and talks about what is coming down the pipes for 2020. [21:36] Dan thanks Kevin for coming on the podcast and sharing the goings-on at the CFP Board.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Adler Planetarium in Chicago Standards Resource Commission   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Kevin R. Keller is Chief Executive Officer of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).  

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 84,000 CFP® Professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Jocelyn Wright is the Special Advisor for Gender Diversity for the Center for Financial Planning.   Key Takeaways [:30] Dan Drummond welcomes Jocelyn Wright, CFP® and asks her to share a little bit about her experience and background. [4:40] One important aspect of diversity in the financial planning workforce relates to the objective of providing all Americans with financial planning services. Representation is important both in terms of relationship building and relatability. [6:13] Jocelyn touches on two diversity initiatives from the Center for Financial Planning: the women’s initiative was the first real step into gender diversity, and the workforce re-entry program geared at preventing the chutes-and-ladders effect. [9:27] In 2018, the Center for Financial Planning held its first-ever Diversity Summit in New York; it was a great success! Jocelyn touches on the coming November 2019 Diversity Summit in Washington, DC. [11:50] Dan asks Jocely to share her thoughts on the barriers that women and people of color may be facing in terms of getting into the financial planning profession, as well as some solution ideas. [12:50] Jocelyn and Dan talk about compensation models. [15:43] Dan asks Jocelyn if she has any call to action for listeners who want more information or want to get involved.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Center for Financial Planning 2018 Diversity Summit   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Jocelyn Wright, MBA, CFP®, is the Founder and CEO of Ascension Wealth Management LLC, and the Special Advisor for Gender Diversity at the Center for Financial Planning of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 84,000 CFP® Professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Today’s episode welcomes Sean Neary who is here to talk about what the Edelman Trust Barometer is, why it’s important, and its most interesting findings on the financial sector for this year!   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Sean Neary, Executive Vice-President with Edelman and asks him to talk a little bit about who he is. [1:29] Sean talks about the growing connection between policy-making and what happens on Wall Street. [2:20] The Edelman Trust Barometer is a survey of more than 33,000 people in 27 markets around the world that has been around for 19 years; Sean breaks down the survey’s categories, talks about why they do it and shares some of the key findings for this year. [4:14] The question is really do you trust or distrust a particular industry or sector. [4:49] Has Sean seen any trends in the financial sector over the last few years? And how does it compare to other sectors, say technology? [6:22] Sean digs into why technology within the financial sector generates mistrust — robo-advisors for example — this could partly explain the human resource shift a lot of digital financial companies have been making. [8:11] Sean does see a lot of company or even individual loyalty, even when the trust level for a sector is generally lower. [9:13] Dan talks about the last item on the Trust 10 list — companies can improve social conditions in the communities in which it operates — and asks Sean to weigh in on the whopping 9 point increase from last year! [10:44] Any other interesting trends to look at? Why do women have less trust and confidence in the financial sector? [12:19] How would Sean advise CFP® Professionals use this Trust Barometer information within their practice? [13:13] Sean shares some parting thoughts. [13:30] Dan thanks Sean for coming on the podcast and breaking down the Trust Barometer information for listeners.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode The 2019 Edelman Trust Barometer   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Sean Neary is Executive Vice President — Financial Communications & Capital Markets at Edelman.

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 84,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Today’s episode is about the wide variety of registered programs certified by CFP Board, tune in to get a better feel for what is available and why!   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Dr. Mary Kay Svedberg, Director of Education at the CFP Board and asks her to talk a little bit about what her work entails. [1:52] Why are there so many available programs to choose from? These decisions are made alongside universities and depend on their needs and who they are marketing to. There is growth in the demand for higher level degrees in financial planning. [3:21] Mary Kay touches on the innovative ways education is being made available; blended learning has become more and more common. [4:10] Dan asks how the Ph.D. programs fit into the overall strategy for the future of the financial planning profession. [4:56] The programs are called ‘registered programs’ because the CFP Board is a certifying body and as such requires reporting from its programs in order to show compliance. [5:58] How can an interested person learn more about the available programs? The CFP.net website has a ‘find an educational program’ tool and the candidate forum is a great place to get some information from current candidates — who are genuinely active on the platform. [7:15] The 4 ‘E’s of CFP board include Education and it is made up of 2 requirements: Registered course work Bachelor’s degree So, in terms of career perspective, financial planning is appealing because everyone can call themselves a financial planner, but not everyone can call themselves a CFP® professional so it’s being taken more and more seriously. [10:35] Mary Kay touches on the upcoming events and programs, reminds everyone about the Baccalaureate Degree Discount for the examination and invites listeners to keep an eye out for spring(ish) 2020 for the next Registered Programs Conference. [13:30] Dan thanks Mary Kay for coming on the podcast. To get in touch with Dr. Svedberg, you can do so at education@cfpboard.org or visit Cfp.net for additional information.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode AASCB Accredited Schools NCCEA CFP.net’s Find an Educational Program tool 4 ‘E’s of CFP board Registered Programs Conference Baccalaureate Degree Discount Virginia Tech   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Mary Kay Svedberg is Director of Education of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 84,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Today’s episode is about big-picture issues that the CFP Board is looking at, as well as client psychology, CFP Board’s wide variety of programs and plans for the future and the upcoming Board meeting.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes co-host Kevin Keller and Susan John, CFP Board’s 2019 chair. [1:00] Kevin and Susan share their reactions and thoughts on the future following the two-day seminar about client psychology they just participated in. [3:50] After her first trimester as Chair of CFP Board, Susan is still as surprised by the variety and breadth of actions, initiatives, and programs undertaken by the teams. [6:00] The upcoming Board meeting will dive deeply into the current state of financial services to get a better understanding of the CFP Board’s positioning and it’s future opportunities. [7:05] Kevin asks Susan to talk a bit about what her job as Chair entails and how she chooses to approach the challenge. [8:15] What do the subscription-based business models appearing and overall competition mean for the future of CFP Board? [10:32] What is the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ missing to be recognized as a profession? [11:10] Susan talks about what the last 50 years have meant for the profession and what the future is looking like. [12:20] Kevin invites listeners to keep their ear to the ground for a Chicago event on December 12th. [13:00] The academic colloquium has to be one of Susan’s favorite initiatives since it moved the CFPs away from “rules of thumb” into a more professional practice. [14:32] Believe it or not, there’s a shortage in the way of next-generation CFP® professionals. [15:00] With the upcoming Code and Standard effective date — October 1st — how do Susan and the Board anticipate things unfolding? [17:50] Kevin and Dan thank Susan for coming on the podcast and invite listeners to go to Cfp.net/code for additional resources.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Dr. Carolyn McClanahan Schwab subscription-based services XY planning network subscription-based services   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Kevin R. Keller is Chief Executive Officer of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Susan John, CFP, is Chair of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 83,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Today’s episode features guest Leo Rydzewski, General Counsel of CFP Board. Leo joins in to talk about the new Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct which becomes effective on October 1st, 2019.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Leo Rydzewski General Counsel of CFP Board to the Certificant Connections podcast. [1:00] Leo delves into the latest initiatives for outreach surrounding the Code and Standards, namely the numerous nationwide public forums. [2:50] What the Standards Resource Commission is, what it does, and why it is useful. [4:57] Leo explains what the Roadmap to the Code and Standards is, the five implementation guidance resources it provides, as well as all of the other helpful features it provides to a wide variety of business models. [11:11] Before the effective date of October 1st, 2019 rolls in, a lot of guidance documents will become available. Leo gives us a rundown on upcoming documents and the case studies that have garnered such engagement in the public forums. [15:02] Dan and Leo discuss the upcoming audio version of the Code and Standards as well as the coming releases to be expected. [17:20] Dan thanks Leo for all the information he shared and invites listeners to visit CFP.net/code for all of the resources currently available.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct Ray Ferrara Standards Resource Commission Roadmap to the Code and Standards CFP Financial Planning Reference guide CFP Disclosure Guide CFP Compliance checklist   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Leo G. Rydzewski is General Counsel of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 83,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Jessica Lewis talks with Marilyn Mohrman-Gillis, Executive Director of CFP Board and Mark Tibergien, CEO of BNY Mellon’s Pershing about the new Career Paths Guide available to businesses employing CFP® professionals.   Key Takeaways [:30] Jessica Lewis, communications specialist at CFP Board introduces Marilyn Mohrman-Gillis, Executive Director of CFP Board and Mark Tibergien, CEO of Advisor solutions at BNY Mellon’s Pershing. [1:07] Marilyn talks about what the Center for Financial Planning’s mission is as well as the reason for, and the manner in which the Career Paths Guide was created. [2:19] Marilyn thanks the signature sponsor: BNY Mellon’s Pershing, the research partner: The Ensemble Practice as well as the founding sponsors: TD Ameritrade Institutional; Northwestern Mutual; Envestnet; Charles Schwab Foundation. [2:55] Mark dives into why it was important to WDAG to create this guide as well as how it will tangibly help in any workplace hiring or looking to hire CFP® professionals. [5:53] How are employers anticipated to use this guide and what use will it be to them? Mark speaks on each of the five ladder rungs that are to be achieved by a CFP® professional in order to progress to the next, as well as expected compensation for each of those levels. [7:42] How does a clear career path help give credence to the notion of financial planning as a true profession? [9:18] Will putting this Career Paths Guide in place help advance the diversity in the profession? [11:21] Marilyn thanks Mark for his leadership in creating this guide and Jessica invites listeners to download the guide at the CenterforFinancialPlanning.org/CareerPaths.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode The Center for Financial Planning’s Career Path Guide: Financial Planning Career Paths Building More Sustainable and Successful Businesses Signature sponsor: BNY Mellon’s Pershing Research partner: The Ensemble Practice Founding sponsor: TD Ameritrade Institutional Founding sponsor: Northwestern Mutual Founding sponsor: Envestnet Founding sponsor: Charles Schwab Foundation   Bios Jessica Lewis is a communications specialist at Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Marilyn Mohrman-Gillis, Esq. is the Executive Director of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Mark Tibergien is Chief Executive Officer of Advisor Solutions at BNY Mellon’s Pershing.

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 83,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! In each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Dan Drummond and Kevin Keller talk to Jason Gudenius.   Key Takeaways [:30] Dan Drummond is joined by co-host Kevin Keller, CEO of CFP Board and Jason Gudenius to talk about increasing access to CFP® professionals but before introducing today’s guest, Dan and Kevin give an overview current events at the CFP Board. [:45] Kevin Keller talks about the Center for Financial Planning’s new Career Path Guide: Financial Planning Career Paths Building More Sustainable and Successful Businesses with the help of signature sponsor: BNY Mellon Pershing. [3:30] Susan John (Chair of CFP Board) recently testified before Congress. Kevin Keller explains what she urged them to do about regulation BI. [5:14] Kevin gives listeners an update on the places he’s visited in the last month, who he met with, why it was pertinent and where he has plans to go to next. [7:09] Dan Drummond introduces today’s guest Jason Gudenius — CFP Board Director of Marketing — and Kevin asks him why it’s important to focus on increasing access to CFP professionals. [12:15] Jason breaks down what the CFP Board research has identified as barriers for people becoming CFP® professionals as well as the steps that have been taken to break those down. [13:59] Kevin and Jason discuss the Candidate Forum and the wealth of information shared by its 62,000 subscribers. [15:52] Jason talks about the mentoring program that started as a women’s focused initiative and has now evolved to include everyone. [17:36] The practice exam, as well as the career center, are other initiatives pushed by the CFP Board, Jason and Kevin detail what the objectives are for these. [21:02] Kevin asks what things the CFP Board Marketing team does that people might be surprised about. [21:55] Is the CFP Board marketing only to the big firms? [22:28] Kevin talks about the newest addition to the CFP Board team. [23:50] Dan and Kevin thank Jason for coming on the podcast to talk about the efforts of the CFP® Board’s marketing efforts to increase CFP® certification.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode The Center for Financial Planning’s Career Path Guide: Financial Planning Career Paths Building More Sustainable and Successful Businesses. Signature sponsor: BNY Mellon Pershing Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Candidate Forum on cfp.net   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Kevin R. Keller is Chief Executive Officer of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Jason Gudenius is Director of Marketing of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).

Welcome to CFP Board Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. CFP Board is the professional standard-setting body for more than 83,000 CFP® professionals nationwide! Each episode, CFP Board discusses the latest in the financial planning profession, takes a deep dive into a key topic, and answers your questions about financial planning.   Dan Drummond and Kevin Keller talk with Mike Dabadie about CFP Board advertising campaign and branding.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond is joined by co-host Kevin Keller, COE of CFP Board as well as a special guest, Mike Dabadie, co-CEO of Heart+Mind strategies, a leading research strategy firm. [1:02] Dan opens up the conversation with Kevin by going over exciting recent events at CFP Board. [4:16] Yes, there was even a College colors tailgate! [4:33] Kevin talks about the Certificant Connections — a sort of town hall meeting — that takes him on the road three or four times a year to meet with CFP® professionals and hear what’s on their minds. [6:48] Dan turns over to Kevin and Mike to begin today’s conversation about the public awareness campaign. [8:38] Kevin asks Mike to go over what the brand brief was like when planning the campaign. [10:26] Mike goes over the in-depth research he did and what people — both on the consumer side and the CFP® professional side — he talked to in order to begin raising awareness. [12:53] What is the CFP® brand promise now, as opposed to what it used to be? [14:58] Mike shares the three reasons consumers want to work with a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. [16:04] Kevin asks Mike to dig into the importance of the “Confidence Today” aspect of the CFP brand promise. [19:52] After all that work, how does the research relate to the current campaign — the answer is broken down into two important points. [23:22] Kevin summarizes the budget used for the campaign. [23:59] Dan highlights the fact that the money was very efficiently used by quoting investmentnewsstory.com [25:00] Kevin and Dan give the floor to Mike as well as Heart+Mind Strategies, a leading research and strategy firm based in DC. [26:16] Kevin answers some reader questions. [28:00] Dan and Kevin thank Mike for coming on the podcast and breaking down the research and strategy surrounding the current CFP® brand and campaign.   Thank you for listening to Certificant Connections; for more information on any of the topics we discussed today, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher or wherever you listen to your podcasts to subscribe, rate and leave us a quick review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Heart+Mind Strategies Financial Planning Coalition ARC — Academic Research Colloquium RPC — Registered Programs Conference Center for Financial Planning Mass Affluent Investment news story on clicks for CFP CPA CFA   Bios Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Kevin R. Keller is Chief Executive Officer of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Mike Dabadie is CEO and Managing Partner at Heart+Mind Strategies.

Welcome to Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. In this episode, CFP Board takes a quick look at the latest news and trends in the financial planning profession. With interviews and insights from newsmakers and thought leaders in the profession.   Maureen Thompson and Barb Roper discuss the SEC’s Regulation BI and the latest news on the “F” word, that’s right, fiduciary!   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Maureen Thompson, CFP Board’s VP for Public Policy, and Barb Roper, Director of Investor Protection at the Consumer Federation of America. [:53] Maureen opens the discussion with an overview of the goings on in the world of fiduciary and the way the CFP Board is working towards a strengthening of Regulation BI. [1:42] Barb explains why this work towards strengthening is so important and what reactions the first Regulation BI garnered. [3:44] Barb gives a bit of history on Regulation BI and explains how in the last 20 years, the problem has been made progressively worse. [5:36] Maureen touches on what the CFP Board has been doing to palliate to these regulatory issues and how it remains a clear and trustworthy standard. [7:06] Dan asks Barb and Maureen to give their take on the evolution of the consumer market and its potential or inability to affect regulatory bodies’ policy. [12:11] Is the growth in CFP® professions related in any way to the failing regulations in place and the consumer market demand for higher clarity, standards, and accountability? [14:09] Maureen talks about brokerage industry changes (automation for example) and their effects on market growth. [11:40] Dan thanks Barb and Maureen for coming on the podcast and delving into the fiduciary issue.   Thank you for listening to another episode of Certificant Connections; for more information, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit iTunes to subscribe, rate and leave us a review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Financial Planning Coalition Consumer Federation of America SEC Regulation Best Interest Dodd-Frank   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Maureen Thompson is the Vice-President of Public Policy of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).   Barbara Roper is the Director of Investor Protection at the Consumer Federation of America.

Welcome to Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. In this episode, CFP Board takes a quick look at the latest news and trends in the financial planning profession. With interviews and insights from newsmakers and thought leaders in the profession. Maureen Thompson and retirement expert Fred Reish of Drinker Biddle talk about the organization’s new working group, which will be focused on developing policy ideas on how to encourage more people to save for retirement and how their savings can last a lifetime.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Maureen Thompson, CFP Board's VP for Public Policy, and Fred Reish resident retirement expert to the podcast to talk about a new initiative for the CFP Board — the retirement issues working group. [00:41] Maureen talks about the retirement issues working group, its purpose, mission, how it came about and how it will be operated. [2:07] Dan asks Fred what kinds of challenges he has seen the public face in terms of retirement issues and what kind of results he expects the retirement issues working group to yield. [4:00] Dan asks Maureen and Fred to talk on what Congress has in the works in terms of legislative proposals. [6:55] Maureen and Fred outline some of the important focus areas to work on as pertaining to retirement savings? [10:12] What the schedule is for the retirement issues working group operations and what the end product is expected to be. [11:40] Dan thanks Maureen and Fred for coming on the podcast and explaining the new retirement issues working group.   Thank you for listening to another episode of Certificant Connections, for more information, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit iTunes to subscribe, rate and leave us a review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   Maureen Thompson is the Vice-President of Public Policy of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   Fred Reish of Drinker Biddle is a consultant and expert witness on ERISA litigation and FINRA arbitration, with a focus on cases involving broker-dealers, registered investment advisers, financial service companies and other service providers.  

Welcome to Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. In this episode, CFP Board takes a quick look at the latest news and trends in the financial planning profession. With interviews and insights from newsmakers and thought leaders in the profession.   Financial planners are known for helping their communities. In this episode, Jon Dauphiné of the Foundation for Financial Planning talks about the benefits of pro bono work, the role of the Foundation and how financial planners can get involved.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes John Dauphiné to the podcast, and asks him to talk about a bit more about the Foundation and its work. [1:17] Is there any training required in order to participate in the Foundation’s activities as a CFP professional? [2:05] John touches on some of the reticences that are heard and if they are really founded. [2:44] Dan asks how people can get involved and what kinds of organizations need help. [4:38] John shares a story of how a CFP professional managed to change a veteran’s life through the Foundation. [6:23] What if someone wants to help out financially? [7:10] Dan thanks John for sharing some of the great work the Foundation does, and for coming on the podcast.   Thank you for listening to another episode of Certificant Connections, for more information, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit iTunes to subscribe, rate and leave us a review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards CFP Registered Programs Conference Foundation for Financial Planning NAPFA   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   John Dauphiné was named CEO of the Foundation for Financial Planning (FFP) in January 2016, where he leads FFP’s efforts to power pro bono financial planning by supporting efforts that link volunteer financial planners to people in need, providing them with free, quality advice to improve their finances and their lives. Prior to the Foundation, Jon served 15 years at AARP, an organization with over 37 million members, the last eight years as its Senior Vice President of Education and Outreach.   John Dauphiné at the Foundation for Financial Planning

Welcome to Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. In this episode, CFP Board takes a quick look at the latest news and trends in the financial planning profession. With interviews and insights from newsmakers and thought leaders in the profession.   There are many avenues for people to become CFP® professionals and on this episode of Certificant Connections, Jillian Nel, CFP® talks about how being a financial planner allows her a great work-life balance as a working mom while having a successful business that continues to grow. Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Jillian Nel, and asks her to talk a bit about herself and her journey to CFP Certification. [1:54] Dan asks what Jillian thinks of the flexibility awarded in this line of business. [2:49] Jillian’s advice for younger people, especially women and minorities, wanting to get into the business. [3:26] What are some of the seemingly daunting aspects of getting a CFP certification and are they really that big an issue? [5:24] Any tips for up-and-comers? [6:18] Dan asks what professional experience newly certified grads should look to get? [8:03] Dan asks Jillian if she has any additional parting advice for people starting in the business, and thanks her for coming on the podcast.   Thank you for listening to another episode of Certificant Connections, for more information, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit iTunes to subscribe, rate and leave us a review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards CFP Registered Programs Conference Legacy Asset Management Rice University — Susanne M. Glasscock School of Continuous Studies — Certified Financial Planner™ (CFP®) Certification Education   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   Jillian Nel, CFP®, CDFA is the director of financial planning for Legacy Asset Management in Houston. She is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional (CFP®) and a Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA). Ms. Nel and her team provide comprehensive financial planning and risk management to individual clients, business owners and their families. She also provides consulting and advisory services for the Qualified Retirement Plan practice of the firm to business owners, plan administrators, and participants.   Jillian was selected to serve as the Academic Program Director for the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) Certification Education Program within the Glasscock School at Rice University.  This course prepares candidates to sit for the CFP® exam. Jillian has also served as an instructor of Retirement Planning & Employee Benefits for this program since March 2013 and continues to teach on a regular basis.   Jillian Nel at Legacy Asset Management Jillian Nel at Rice University

Welcome to Certificant Connections, a podcast powered by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. In this episode, CFP Board takes a quick look at the latest news and trends in the financial planning profession. With interviews and insights from newsmakers and thought leaders in the profession.   On this episode of Certificant Connections we talk with our newest CFP® Pro Matt Aaron, CFP® of Northwestern Mutual about his journey to CFP® certification, why he became a financial planner and tips for young people entering the profession.   Key Takeaways [:20] Dan Drummond welcomes Matt Aaron, and asks him right away: How does it feel to be the latest CFP® Pro! [00:43] Matt shares his take on what some distinguishing features of the CFP certification are, when it comes to clients choosing a financial advisor. [1:35] There are more CFP’s than CFA’s globally! [2:01] Dan asks if Matt has anything to share for people who might be looking to start in the business. [2:55] Matt delves into the tangible value of an internship. [3:50] Matt passing his CFP exam was a gift in more ways than one! [4:42] Dan asks Matt if he has any parting words for people starting in the business, and thanks him for coming on the podcast.   Thank you for listening to another episode of Certificant Connections, for more information, visit our website and check out our blog.   To submit questions, email us at podcast@cfpboard.org.   If you enjoyed the show, we hope you visit iTunes to subscribe, rate and leave us a review.   Join us next time for another edition of Certificant Connections.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards CFP Registered Programs Conference Northwestern Mutual   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   Matthew J S Aaron is a financial advisor and CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ based in Washington, DC. His team at AARON FINANCIAL works closely with physicians, attorneys, and business executives across the country. Their planning is most relevant to emerging affluent professionals who are looking to build something special. Their goal is to deliver the ultimate client experience and help your dreams become a reality.

Introduction   In this first episode of Certificant Connections, your hosts Kevin Keller and Dan Drummond share news about what's happening at CFP Board and discuss plans for the year ahead.  Key Takeaways [:36] Dan Drummond welcomes his co-host, Kevin Keller, on this first of twelve episodes of the CFP Board of Standards podcast. [:50] Kevin digs right into the reasons for launching this podcast. [1:56] The yearly election for the new Chair of the Board is done — Congratulations to Susan John! Dan and Kevin take a moment to talk about the volunteer nature of the CFP’s Board of Directors. [3:16] You may have already received it through the mail, and Kevin announces the completion of the Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct, and gives some details on the changes that were made. [6:56] One in four advisors now has a CFP certification. [8:01] Dan asks Kevin to dive into the coming promotional campaign for the CFP certification geared to the general public. What was done in previous years, and why it’s important. [11:49] Dan lists the wide range of outlets where the CFP promo spots will air. [12:30] Where to find additional information on the CFP Code of Ethics and Standards of Conduct: CFP.net/code [12:47] Look forward to the audio version of the CFP’s Code! [14:20] Kevin unfolds what the strategic priorities of the board are for this year. [16:49] Kevin lists the top strategic priorities (the “As”) of the board and their specific function for the future of the CFP Board. [23:11] A little bit on the CFP Board’s work with policymakers. [25:38] The CFP has a big role to play in finding political solutions to the retirement crisis. [27:02] The long reaching impacts of the board’s last strategic “A”: Authority. [30:25] Publishing the Financial Planning Review, a geeky, independent, peer-reviewed, double-blind, and very practical document. [31:25] If you have questions to submit for the podcast, send them here: podcast@cfpborad.org or through the Business Update Webinars. [31:50] Questions from members: What is the Emeritus program? [34:40] Dan asks Kevin for his final thoughts and they sign off until the next episode.   Mentioned in this episode Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Susan John — Chair of the Board of Directors CFP Code and Standards Steven R. Covey: The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People The CFP’s Business Update Webinar For more information on the CFP’s Emeritus Program contact: podcast@cfpborad.org   More about your hosts Dan Drummond is the Director of Communications of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board)   Kevin R. Keller is Chief Executive Officer of Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board).