Legacy Listens

In this episode, host Rob Wermuth sits down with Zane Tarence, Managing Director at Founders Advisors, investment banker, and author of 17 Reasons Your Company's Not Investment Grade and What to Do About It.  With over 25 years of experience and more than 85 successful deals closed, Zane brings a candid perspective to today's business sales environment. He and Rob cover the shifting landscape as B...

In this episode, host Rob Wermuth is joined by Jason Frank, Chief Operating Officer at SpecterOps, to explore one of the most critical issues facing businesses today: cybersecurity. With a background in penetration testing, threat hunting, and enterprise security operations, Jason shares insights from years on the front lines of digital defense. They discuss the rise of ransomware, the impact of a...

In this episode, host Rob Wermuth sits down with Andy Greenberg, CEO of Greenberg Variations Capital, a boutique investment banking firm focused on highly targeted middle-market transactions. Together, Rob and Andy unpack the evolving business transition landscape, especially in light of the "silver tsunami" as many Baby Boomer business owners prepare to retire or sell. Andy offers sharp insights...

In this episode, host Rob Wermuth sits down with Dirk Simpson, a seasoned attorney and Partner at Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld LLC, for a practical and insightful look at the challenges and opportunities facing business owners and families planning for the future. They unpack what it really means to start early when it comes to succession planning, break down the role of trusts and gifting strateg...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, host Rob Wermuth sits down with Chad Cowan, a Member at Cozen O'Connor, to discuss the essential steps for a successful business transition. Drawing on his experience as a transactional attorney, Chad shares practical insights on preparing to sell a business — whether to a strategic buyer or a private equity firm. From assembling the right team of advisors to nav...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, hosts Rob Wermuth and Kevin Donohue sit down with Andrew Fay from 1712 Consulting to explore the evolving world of wealth management. Drawing on decades of experience, including his time at Fidelity, Andrew shares insights on managing financial, human, and social capital. From succession planning to family governance, he breaks down the complexities of sustaining...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, Senior Advisor and Partner Matt Kulp interviews Wayne Herring, founder of Business Builder Camp, about the transformative power of coaching for business owners. Matt shares how working with Wayne over the past three years has shaped his growth, from building a five-year strategic plan to leveraging peer advisory boards and one-on-one coaching. Wayne discusses the...

In this special episode of Legacy Listens, COO, Natalie Hodak interviews Senior Partner, Matt Kulp about his transformative sabbatical after 23 years of leadership at Legacy Planning Partners. Matt shares how intentional preparation with his team ensured business growth during his absence and reflects on the challenges of stepping away. He discusses the importance of proactive planning, clear comm...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, host Robert Wermuth sits down with Irina Baranov, a globally recognized executive coach and keynote speaker, for an inspiring conversation about leadership, personal growth, and wealth management. Irina shares her remarkable journey into executive coaching and peer group leadership, offering insights into her work with high-level groups like Vistage and TIGER 21....

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens bring you the remarkable story of Josh Johnston, Field Director for the Harambee Foundation and Founder of the Manyara Holistic Center (MAHOCE) in Tanzania. Joshua shares about his Pennsylvania roots to his transformative work in East Africa, he also discusses his journey of self-discovery and the powerful mission behind his efforts to keep street childre...

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens and Michael Simpson, Managing Partner at Brinker Simpson & Company, LLC. With over 30 years of experience, Michael breaks down the essentials of business valuations, covering their importance in retirement planning, partner disputes, and more. Whether you're a business owner or just curious about valuation methods, this episode is packed with insights.  F...

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens and Dirk Simpson, Partner at Royer Cooper Cohen Braunfeld where they talk about the world of business succession and estate planning. They explore key strategies for ensuring a smooth transition of business ownership, tax-efficient wealth transfer, and the nuances of various trust structures like Spousal Lifetime Access Trusts (SLATs) and Grantor Retained...

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens and Jack Terrill, an Estate Planning Attorney and Senior Partner at Heckscher, Teillon, Terrill & Sager.  With over 30 years of experience, Jack specializes in asset protection, complex estates, and family governance. As a fellow of the American College of Trust and Estate Counsel (ACTEC), Jack's insights into charitable planning, fiduciary litigation, an...

Join host Matt Kulp on Legacy Listens as he sits down with Mike Snedeker, pastor of Community Evangelical in Sinking Spring, Pennsylvania. They explore how business owners can benefit from this practice traditionally seen in the educational sectors. Mike shares his personal journey leading up to a three-month sabbatical, how he managed the daily pressures of his role, and the profound impact of re...

Join host Kevin Donohue on Legacy Listens where he sits down with Sam Villagrasa-Petroski, a HNW Consultant at Chubb Philadelphia, specializing in property and casualty insurance for high net worth clients. In this episode, we unpack the complexities of the current hard market in the insurance industry, where rising costs and severe climate events are creating unique challenges, especially for tho...

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens we dive into with Richard Marcus, Ph. D., an executive coach with extensive experience in the financial services industry. Richard discusses the intricate dynamics of multi-generational family businesses and shares valuable insights on effective communication, leadership development, and succession planning within family-run enterprises. He sheds light on...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, we delve into the captivating journey of Kane D'Amico, owner and partner at Alliance Heating and Air Conditioning. Hosted by Matt Kulp, we talk about how Kane's 30-year tenure at Alliance has involved perseverance, constant growth, and consistency. From starting as an entry-level employee to becoming a partner in the business, Kane's story is one of hard work, de...

Join host Kevin Donohue on Legacy Listens as he we sit down with David Regn, a full-service advertising industry titan, to unravel the complexities and personal triumphs of executing a private equity exit. Dave, who turned a high school t-shirt venture into the 700-employee powerhouse known as Stream, will share his 25-year journey of consistent growth, culture building, and strategic decision-mak...

Join host Robert Wermuth on Legacy Listens we dive into the world of integrative medicine with Dr. Anthony Bazzan, the medical director of the Marcus Institute of Integrative Health - Jefferson Health. Dr. Bazzan discusses the history and approach of integrative medicine versus traditional medicine, highlighting the importance of personalized, evidence-based care. He explains the unique offerings...

Join host Kevin Donohue on Legacy Listens as he explores the entrepreneurial journey with David Calvaresi, Founder of ValSource who is heavily committed to the community, one institution he works with is a nonprofit by the name of Headstrong. Follow Dave's compelling story—from starting a business amidst family challenges to building a thriving workforce. Learn how he navigated financial crises, m...

In this episode of Legacy Listens, we have an honest and insightful conversation with Natalie Hodak, Chief Operations Officer at Legacy Planning Partners. Hosted by Matt Kulp, the discussion covers Natalie's journey from her childhood in Ukraine to her career in the financial industry. Natalie shares her experiences of immigration to the United States, her family's work ethic, and how she found he...

Today's episode on Legacy Listens hosted by Robert Wermuth sits down with Ryan Tansom, an entrepreneur and founder of Arkona. Ryan shares his entrepreneurial journey, starting with the sale of his family business for eight figures and going on to create the intentional growth framework. The framework helps business owners view and run their company as a financial asset with the end in mind. Togeth...

Today's episode on Legacy Listens hosted by Robert Wermuth sits down with Carmine Corridore and Bill Campbell. Carmine brings his expertise in cyber defense, focusing on cybersecurity solutions, while Bill's work with NTSC International Consulting centers around complying with privacy laws and protecting personally identifiable information. The conversation dives into the critical topic of risk ma...

Today's episode on Legacy Listens hosted by Robert Wermuth we delve into a thought-provoking conversation with Bob McCarthy from SEI. The discussion centers around SEI's tax managed solutions, direct indexing, and the systematic core portfolios designed to reduce taxes when managing client accounts. Bob explains the benefits of the tax technology platform, which provides real-time tax impact asses...

In this episode, join host Matt Kulp as he sits down with Steven Staugaitis, an expert in family business transitions and a Director at Kreischer Miller's small business advisory practice. Steve shares insights on the challenges and barriers that business owners face when planning their next chapter and offers valuable advice on how to proactively prepare for a successful transition. With over 20...