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May
May
Which Platforms Should You Be On?
The term "platform" is often used to refer to a specific financial…
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May
May
Tracking and Targeting Financial Advisors
A key to growing your fund is knowing your advisors. Most fund…
26
Apr
Apr
Mergers, Acquisitions & Private Equity Investments in the Asset Management Industry
SunStar Strategic webinar - An Inside Look: Mergers, Acquisitions & Private Equity Investments…
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Apr
Apr
Is Active Management Passé?
“Reports of the death of active management are not just premature, they…
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Apr
Apr
Could your Wholesaler be More Efficient?
A wholesaler just left a voicemail that said, "I am following up from…
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Apr
Apr
Say "Yes" to the Press: How to Help Your Portfolio Managers Take Advantage of Press Opportunities
All too often we hear about media opportunities that were lost or…
27
Mar
Mar
Look Over Here! Getting Your Fund Noticed by Advisors
Two longtime successful financial advisors shared their insights. Barbara Moser of Moser…
21
Mar
Mar
Share Classes - Where are they Headed?
Unless you’ve been living under a rock, you’ve heard of the impending…
20
Mar
Mar
Hiring a Wholesaler: The Right Move for Your Firm?
Are your portfolio managers too busy handling assets to set aside time…
16
Mar
Mar
To Reach the Pot of Gold, Investors Should Follow the Process, Not the Rainbow
In the spirit of St. Patrick’s Day, we’re taking a look at…
13
Mar
Mar
And How Was YOUR Weekend?
Was it relaxed and rejuvenating? Or, was it frantic and exhausting and…
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Mar
Mar
When it Comes to Industry Conferences - Go Big or Go Home
Looking for a way to grow your fund? Ready to meet more…
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Feb
Feb
Killing Two Birds With One Tchotchke-Getting the Most Out of Industry Conferences
At a past Morningstar Investment Conference, I spent much of my time…
20
Feb
Feb
Are Investment Advisers Butting Heads with Digital Version of Themselves?
Like most disrupters, robo-advisers don't mind being underestimated. In fact, they're counting…
03
Feb
Feb
The Future of Digital Strategies in Asset Management
As a society, we’ve come to rely more and more on digital…
30
Jan
Jan
Famed Investor Gets Top Idea From Barron's Article
Do investors really select mutual funds from reading news articles? They sure…
23
Jan
Jan
Are You Conference Ready?
Industry conferences aren't cheap. You've spent the money on your entrance fee…
20
Jan
Jan
Obama's Impact On Investing
Did you ever liken your financial advisor to a smarmy used car…
12
Jan
Jan
Size Matters When it Comes to Mutual Funds
Recently published research shows that 45% of worldwide fund assets are controlled…
09
Jan
Jan
PR Pioneer: Get to Know SunStar Strategic's CEO, Kathryn Morrison
Kathryn Morrison, CEO of SunStar Strategic, was featured in Bulldog reporter.
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Jan
Jan
From the Vault: Discussing Politics During Your Media Interview
Did you miss this article the first time? From time to time…
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Dec
Dec
Communication is Key During Times of Volatility
As we wrap up 2016 and head into 2017 there is quite…
12
Dec
Dec
Are You Getting Squeezed? What's a Fund Manager to do?
The Economist often has a unique way of looking at things. Take the fund…
05
Dec
Dec
"They Were Who We Thought They Were"
Staying true to who you are. If you’re a sports fan,…
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Nov
Nov
Add Conferences to Your Marketing Plan in 2017
Industry conferences present fund companies an efficient channel to market their products…
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Nov
Nov
Giving Thanks for Straight Talk and Clear Communication
Why you should cool it with the corporate jargon I know you…
17
Nov
Nov
Communicate Now: 2017 May Put Money in Motion
As 2016 closes and 2017 gets off and running, it is an…
14
Nov
Nov
There is No Simple Solution to Promote Your Mutual Fund
I think of PR and marketing the same way as I do…
07
Nov
Nov
A "Sticky" Board Room Debate About Growth
Ever been in a board room debate about growing too fast? A…
03
Nov
Nov
Schwab’s IMPACT Conference Takes San Diego by Storm
The annual Schwab IMPACT Conference was held last week in San Diego.…
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Oct
Oct
How to NOT Spook Your Advisor Client
Market uncertainty and a bizarre presidential administration have made some financial advisors,…
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Oct
Oct
Peer Into Our Crystal Ball - See What Financial Advisors Really Want
And, what they don't want! So, you are a fund company and…
17
Oct
Oct
Fund Firms and Fees - What Does the New Department of Labor Fiduciary Rule Mean?
Fund firms are likely to face downward pressure on fees, as well…
10
Oct
Oct
Will Your New Fund Fly?
When launching a new fund, there are myriad considerations. Perhaps the most…
10
Oct
Oct
Factors that Drive Fund Flows
Morningstar's 30 plus page research report concludes that “investors really do respond…
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Sep
Sep
Funds Feeling the Shift from Active to Passive Management?
Outlining the difficulties ahead as the trends seem to be strongly in…
19
Sep
Sep
The Sun is Shining on Mutual Fund Companies
According to Moody’s, the third quarter could be upbeat for mutual fund…