In this episode of Coffee in St James's, Anthony Villis, Managing Director of First Wealth, discusses the current state and future of the UK wealth management industry with Rob.

He shares insights on the health of the industry, the impact of consolidation, growth strategies for firms, the importance of social media and personal branding, the significance of B Corporation designation, the challenges posed by finfluencers and the role of technology in enhancing business operations.

Talking points:

• The UK wealth management industry is rated a 7 out of 10 for health.
• There is a significant advice gap in the market.
• Consolidation is leading to fewer but larger firms in the industry.
• Growth requires deliberate and consistent marketing efforts.
• Social media should focus on providing value to potential clients.
• Personal branding is crucial for advisors in attracting clients.
• B Corporation status aligns business practices with social responsibility.
• Finfluencers should be regulated to ensure quality advice.
• Technology is essential for tracking marketing effectiveness and ROI.
• Data-driven strategies are key to successful marketing in wealth management.

Chapters

00:00 The State of UK Wealth Management in 2025

02:43 Consolidation and the Future of IFAs

05:34 Growth Strategies for Wealth Management Firms

08:19 The Role of Social Media and Personal Branding

11:10 B Corporation Designation and Its Impact

14:16 Navigating Finfluencers and Regulation

16:58 Leveraging Technology in Wealth Management

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In this episode of Coffee in St James's, Rob discusses the current state and future of the UK wealth management industry with Vanessa Barnes, founder of independent financial advisory firm, Hannay Wealth.

They explore the industry's health, the evolution of financial advice, the importance of authenticity, client retention strategies, the impact of technology and the significance of the Women's Wealth Alliance in empowering women in finance.

The conversation also addresses the changing dynamics of wealth management as it relates to gender and age and how firms can adapt their strategies to better serve younger generations.

Talking points:

• The evolution of financial advice has shifted from transactional to service-oriented.
• Authenticity is crucial for financial advisors to build trust with clients.
• Client retention is about transparency and a holistic approach to financial needs.
• Technology is becoming increasingly important in wealth management but personal relationships remain key.
• Differentiation in a crowded market requires a clear value proposition and strong branding.
• The Women's Wealth Alliance aims to improve representation and empower women in finance.
• Women are often underserved in financial advice, highlighting the need for better representation.
• Younger generations require different strategies, focusing on tactics before transitioning to long-term strategies.
• AI can play a significant role in enhancing financial advice and client engagement.

Chapters:

00:00 Introduction to Wealth Management Podcast

00:50 Assessing the Health of the UK Wealth Management Industry

01:58 Evolution of Independent Financial Advising

04:29 The Role of Authenticity in Financial Advising

05:33 Client Retention Strategies in Wealth Management

07:17 The Impact of Technology on Wealth Management

09:00 Differentiating in a Competitive Market

10:06 The Women's Wealth Alliance: Purpose and Impact

11:26 Empowering Women in Wealth Management

14:22 Addressing Gender and Age Dynamics in Wealth Management

18:30 Adapting Strategies for Younger Generations

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Coffee in St James’s is a brand new series from Warden Consulting, focusing on marketing and growth of wealth management businesses. In the series, you’ll hear from advisors, sales directors and marketers within the wealth management industry.

Presented by Rob Hartley, founder of Warden, it will explore the changing industry, intergenerational wealth transfer, the biggest challenges facing IFAs and wealth managers, and the industry's future.

If you’re interested in growing your own wealth management business, then this is for you.

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