In this insightful webinar titled 'Beyond the Template: How RIAs Build a Signature Client Experience', John O’Connell of The Oasis Group and Jack Martin of Amplify had a candid conversation about how forward-thinking RIAs are shifting their mindset from “technology platform” to “experience engine.”
In this article from Barron's Advisor, John O'Connell discusses the biggest hurdles that small and mid-size RIA firms face when deciding whether to continue to remain independent, or sell to a larger firm in a market dominated by consolidation and scale.
Every prospect is different—interests, timelines, and engagement levels all vary. Treating them the same because your CRM can’t segment effectively means missed opportunities. Consistent growth comes from communicating relevantly and responding to each prospect based on where they truly are in their journey.
This article from Wealth Solutions Report recaps the 'Driving Growth Through AI-Enabled Operational Excellence' panel from the 2026 T3 Technology Conference, which John O’Connell participated in with Larry Roth of Ascentix Partners and Rashmi Badwe of TIAA Wealth Management.
John O'Connell was published in Advisor Perspectives by Vetta Fi where he discusses how wealth management firms often struggle with fragmented technology. CRMs and email marketing platforms—vital tools for advisors and marketers—operate in isolation, trapping valuable behavioral intelligence in separate systems.
John O’Connell was featured in this RIABiz article discussing Schwab's new $5-per-RIA-client trading fees that started on Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026, saying it doesn’t undermine the AUM model, but pushes firms toward clearer differentiation between low-turnover allocation models and higher-touch, higher-activity investment strategies.
In this insightful webinar, John O'Connell and Tim O'Connell delve into AI-enhanced phishing attacks, discussing how major financial institutions have recently fallen victim to sophisticated attacks. AI is making phishing attacks so convincing that even trained employees can't tell the difference between legitimate and malicious communications.
In this article by Marie Swift published in Wealth Solutions Report, she discusses brand voice standards in the age of AI and reflects on insights gleaned during a recent conversation with John O’Connell, discussing how The Oasis Group approaches brand voice using modern tools including Claude Enterprise.
Wealth management firms handle significant amounts of personally identifiable information, and the selection of an AI solution requires careful consideration. This comprehensive analysis compares two leading AI platforms, Microsoft Copilot and ChatGPT, across subscription options, costs, security features, and considerations specific to financial services firms.
This white paper provides a comprehensive analysis of leading cloud storage and analytics platforms available to wealth management firms, along with tailored recommendations for firms at different AUM tiers.
