Now that you’ve heard it from us, hear what the industry has to say about our work.
Stay up to date with the latest WAGN announcements and press coverage.
The Deep Dive
Get the inside scoop as Partner Jay Hummel interviews industry thought leaders.
In The News
Stay up to date with the latest WAGN announcements and press coverage.
The Essential Advisor: Building Value in the Investor-Advisor Relationship, May 2016
November 2, 2022
Business Wire, Former Envestnet Executives partner with Merchant Investment Management to Launch Wealth Advisor Growth Network, September 9, 2019
November 2, 2022
Financial Planning, How Merchant’s influence in the RIA market is growing, September 19, 2019
November 2, 2022
RIA Channel, Jay Hummel & John Phoenix Launch Wealth Advisor Growth Network, November 4, 2019
November 2, 2022
Business Wire, Merchant Investment Management takes minority stake in WAGN, February 4, 2020
November 2, 2022
“Working with Jay and John at WAGN has been eye-opening and refreshing. They provide clarity and thoughtful direction on our most important projects. I’ve never felt more confident about our goals than when working with the WAGN team. Great people doing great work.”
Matt TobiaVice President
KORE Insurance
KORE Insurance
“Working with the WAGN team during our launch was an enormous benefit. Jay and John’s network and industry knowledge allowed us to build our firm at a pace that would not have been achievable otherwise. We continue to rely on them for guidance across many aspects of our firm. The respect they receive in our field is well-earned. We are happy to have them as partners.”
Bentley BlackmonCEO & Founder
Naviter Wealth
Naviter Wealth
“John and Jay (WAGN) were instrumental in getting Elk River started. Their expertise in all aspects of an RIA practice allowed our staff to focus on the clients and the business. Once we were up and running, we were able to leverage their industry knowledge and relationships to implement strategic initiatives at the firm.”
Chris FreimuthCEO & Founder
Elk River Wealth
Elk River Wealth
“Jay, John, and the resources within the WAGN ecosystem are the most trusted sources of comprehensive advice in the industry today. Results matter, and WAGN empowered our company to reach over $11B in AUA in less than 5 years.”
Trey RuchManaging Partner
LibertyFi
LibertyFi
“John Phoenix and Jay Hummel are true professionals. They know the independent ecosystem as well as anyone in the industry. Their assistance in our transition to independence was integral to our success.”
Maxim MeyersCEO
Octavia Wealth Advisors
Octavia Wealth Advisors