LPL showcases some successful, ambitious advisors as the FOCUS 2012 conference wraps up
'King of the world' James Cameron was on hand to talk about the risk of not taking risks and an ex-IMF economist confirmed that there are plenty to go around
Elmer Rich III
Sure would be nice to have data, research evidence and proof and hard-nosed critical discussions of the business aspects of this hyper-competitive, heavily regulated and important business but I guess LPL sees themselves more in the showbiz and entertainment business. Maybe they are right.
Does LPL think advisors need to be entertained? How are a film director’s off the cuff remarks useful for anything?
How about some hard numbers on social media for example, or at least case studies?
Is there a firm talking seriously to RIAs about the (many) challenging and serious issues they face? Apparently, not from LPL.
There’s a marketing and recruitment opportunity — the non-entertainment focused conference.
Surprised the reporter isn’t thinking more critically here.
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