Plan. Grow. Prosper

Join Evergreen's Michael Kolb and Dwell's Jenn Lake as they discuss the transformative work of Dwell, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting foster, adoptive, and kinship families in Central Pennsylvania. Learn how community support can create lasting change, provide practical resources, and nurture families so every child can thrive in a safe and loving home. This inspiring conversation highlights t...

Today we talk about the benefits of private investments and institution portfolios and the difference of public and private investments. We also talk about the challenge of managing private investment cash flows and more!   If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email  Kate@egwealth.com with your questions.

On this episode we talk about Spending Policy! We are going to focus on balancing the needs of present and future through spending policies and more!   If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email  Kate@egwealth.com with your questions.

Let's discuss how you as a board member or a member of an endowment non profit organization, might want to structure your thinking surrounding investment management and board governance.    If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email  Kate@egwealth.com with your questions.

On This episode we're going to talk about board governance and the primary documents that are used in informing investment decisions and how you as a investment committee or board member should be thinking about your responsibility and your contribution and decision making process surrounding governance.   If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email  Kate@egwealth.com with...

On this episode, We're going to cover several topics that relate to the best practices of institutional asset management with the goal of creating a process and program that lasts generations. 

This is your chance to get to know Todd Rishell! A new advisor that joined us in 2023. Get to know and learn a little bit about Todd in this podcast.    If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email  Kate@egwealth.com with your questions.

Finally Normal 2024!   Are we finally normal in 2024? Andy Harris and Derek Varner of Investment Research Partners sit down and have a discussion about 2024 and the implications around the new year! If you have questions or concerns, we'd love to hear from you! Email Kate@egwealth.com  with your questions. https://www.egwealth.com Click the link below to read the whitepaper 2024 Outlook: Finally "...

Have you ever wondered what it takes to start and establish a non-profit? Davie Jane Gilmour, President Emeritus at Pennsylvania College of Technology, discusses with Ed her new business venture, DJG Opportunities.   DJG helps non-profits with governance, which includes strategy, leadership, and developing and defining a mission.  Focusing on the fundamentals first is a crucial step to lead the wa...

Did you know that philanthrophy can have just as much of an impact for the donor as it does the beneficiary?  Listen as Andy Harris & Jason McCahan, Director of Philanthropy at First Community Foundation Partnership, discuss how giving affects our local and regional communities and how your giving objectives can fit into your financial plan.  

Not unlike a budding marriage, it is important to set expectations out clearly when beginning a business partnership, or when buying or selling that business. Noel Anderson, Vice President of Executive Benefits at Madison Brokerage, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions about a business buy/sell agreement, we'd love to hear from you! Email kate@egwealth.com with your questions. https:...

It is vital to look at your investment portfolio on a regular basis to determine if the current investment classes are appropriate for the market and economic conditions going forward, and appropriate for your goals and risk tolerance. Michael Kolb, CFP®, a founding member of Evergreen Wealth Solutions, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions about assessing the performance of your inve...

An important part of establishing investments within a portfolio involves setting up the appropriate allocation of funds amongst those various investment classes to achieve the client's goals. Michael Kolb, CFP®, a founding member of Evergreen Wealth Solutions, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions about the allocation of your investments, we'd love to hear from you! Email kate@egweal...

How should various asset classes - stocks, bonds, ETFs, and mutual funds - fit into your overall portfolio and goals? Part of our job here at Evergreen Wealth Solutions to is help educate our clients on these and other investment forms. Michael Kolb, CFP®, a founding member of Evergreen Wealth Solutions, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions about your investments, we'd love to hear f...

Whether it be leased space, warehousing, convenience stores, brownfields, retail, or other types of commercial property, the central Pennsylvania market has it all. John Brindger, who has specialized in commercial real estate for close to 25 years, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions about commercial real estate, we'd love to hear from you! Email kate@egwealth.com with your question...

Leadership coaching can provide vital input when planning a business exit or transition. Keith Kuzio, founder and principle of Intentional AdVennTures, LLC, is our guest for this topic. If you would like more information about business transition planning, we'd love to hear from you! Email kate@egwealth.com with your questions. https://www.egwealth.com

EOS - the Entrepreneurial Operating System - is a simple, proven business operating system that can help your entrepreneurial organization clarify, simplify, and achieve its vision. Bill Stratton, a Certified EOS Implementer, is our guest for this topic. If you would like more information about how to apply EOS to your business, we'd love to hear from you! Email kate@egwealth.com with your questio...

Many regulated industries, including banking, insurance, investment firms, and many others, have strict requirements for digital security and compliance. Client data and personal information must be kept secure, and data storage and retrieval methods must be comply with state and federal laws. Fred Reck, founder, CEO, and President of InnoTek Computer Consulting, Inc., is our guest for this topic....

Among the most challenging business transitions is the management buyout. Seller financing, leadership skills of the new ownership team, and legal implications can make this a high-risk business transfer, requiring careful planning. Vance Antonacci, head of Estate Planning with McNees Wallace & Nurick, LLC, is our guest for this topic. If you have questions regarding a management buyout of your bu...

The process of transfering a family business can be very hard from an emotional perspective. There's a lot invested in the business and there can be several challenges. What's the best way to work through this process? In this episode, Ed Barone, EGW's Business Transition Advisor discusses options, challenges and offers best practices in working through the family business transfer with guest Vanc...

There are several facets to consider when establishing an ESOP - Employee Stock Ownership Plan - for your business. Ownership stakes, tax implications, and ongoing compliance with regulations are just a few of the angles to consider. Richard Glassman, Partner of ESOP Plus®, is our guest as we discuss options for and implications of ESOPs. If you have questions about establishing an ESOP for your b...

When it comes to selling a small or family-owned business, many questions come into play. Is the owner prepared? Is the family prepared? Are there plans in place? When is the right time to exit the business? Robert McCormack, founder of Murphy McCormack Capital Advisors, is our guest as we discuss options for and ramifications of selling your own business. If you have questions about selling your...

With the pending sale of a private business, the deal structure of the sale itself must be considered. The sale of business assets and stock also has its own tax and legal ramifications. Listen as Ed Barone, EGW's Business Transition Advisor discusses the sale of a private business with Kevin McGarry, CPA at Urish Popeck & Co., LLC, and Vance Antonacci, head of Estate Planning with McNees Wallace...

In this episode we are joined by John Leonetti, CEO of the International Exit Planning Association, recognized leader and educator in Exit Planning and the author of, Exiting Your Business, Protecting Your Wealth: A Strategic Guide For Owner's and Their Advisors. This episode is part of our podcast series focused on the process we built to help small business owners develop a business exit strateg...

When Evergreen Wealth Solutions was founded in 2015, the practice looked a lot different than it does today. A primary focus on helping individuals and families has always been the core of who we are. As our firm has grown, we are also now assisting businesses, institutions, and not-for-profit organizations manage and grow their portfolios and investment objectives. At Evergreen Wealth Solutions,...