The Money Marketing Podcast

In Conversation With… Yasmina Siadatan, sales and marketing director, Dynamic Planner

In this episode of In Conversation with, host Lois Vallely chats to Yasmina Siadatan, sales and marketing director at Dynamic Planner, about her journey from owning her own restaurant, to winning The Apprentice, to joining Dynamic Planner. She also talks about the need to increase trust in the financial advice profession and close the advice gap, and urges anyone looking to join financial services to “just do it”.

What my dad taught me about financial advisers

In this podcast episode, inspired by his Weekend Essay, Darius McQuaid delves into the importance of personal connections with financial advisers. While lacking direct experience, Darius explores his friend's account of the crypto bear market and discusses how the cost-of-living crisis is driving younger clients to seek financial advice. He also shares his father's positive experience with a financial adviser, highlighting the benefits of consolidating pensions and achieving better returns.

In Conversation With… Jake Moeller, Senior Investment Consultant at Square Mile

In this episode of In Conversation with, host Lois Vallely talks to Jake Moeller, Senior Investment Consultant at Square Mile Investment Consulting and Research. Jake talks about his journey into financial services, and what he sees as some of the biggest challenges for financial advisers currently. He also talks about the rising importance of sustainability and responsible investing, and how he thinks financial advisers are responding to the imminent implementation deadline for the Consumer Duty.

In Conversation With…James Mabey, Partner at Winckworth Sherwood LLP

Join host Kim Dondo in a thought-provoking conversation with James Mabey, Partner at Winckworth Sherwood LLP, as they delve into the crucial topic of estate planning. In this enlightening episode, they explore why it is imperative for individuals to prioritise writing their wills and Lasting Powers of Attorney (LPAs). Discover the transformative impact of proper planning, unravelling the legal complexities, and the significant benefits that arise when more attention is devoted to these essential documents. Tune in and unlock the power of proactive decision-making for your future.

In Conversation With… Heather Hopkins and Gillian Hepburn

In this episode of In Conversation with, host Lois Vallely speaks to Heather Hopkins – managing director of research and consultancy firm NextWealth, and Gillian Hepburn – head of UK intermediary solutions at Schroders. They have a wide-ranging discussion about everything from adviser charges and fees to consolidation and even touch on pubs. They also talk about how technology will transform the financial advice space, and offer their advice for someone looking to break into the profession.

In Conversation With… Lee Coates, Director, ESG Accord

In this episode of In Conversation with, host Lois Vallely chats to Lee Coates, director of ESG Accord, about why advisers need to act now to be compliant with the Consumer Duty and sustainability disclosure requirements to deliver good client outcomes. He talks about what the rules are for advisers around ESG and sustainable options, and what happens if they do not discuss these options with their clients. He also discusses what impact sustainability labels and disclosure statements will have on the advice process.

The protection industry has a claims problem

The protection industry has a claims problem, that is the bold statement senior reporter Momodou Musa Touray states as he delves into the issues facing the protection sector in his latest Weekend Essay. Listen now:

Podcast: Month in Review – May 2023

The Money Marketing editorial team's latest podcast recaps all the major stories they covered in May, offering insightful analysis on topics like market trends and regulation. They also give a preview of what to expect in the upcoming June print edition. Listen now:

In Conversation with... Emma Barrow, Head of Communications, FSCS

In this episode of In Conversation with, host Kim Dondo talks to Emma Barrow, Head of Communications at the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). Emma discusses her journey to becoming Head of Comms, her involvement in the FSCS podcast, and the impact of the SVB crisis on the FSCS. She also talks about other areas where the FSCS offers financial protection, her advice for financial advisers on how to help their clients protect themselves from financial losses, the most important things for financial advisers to know about the FSCS, and how financial advisers can work with the FSCS to help their clients get the compensation they deserve.
 

Would compulsion for retirement saving be so bad

In this Weekend Essay, Amanda Newman Smith reflects on the concept of compulsion in retirement saving and the challenges faced by those who struggle financially. She raises the question of whether stronger measures, such as higher auto-enrollment contributions or true compulsion, might be necessary to ensure retirement security.