Ex-Merrill Leader’s Vision Comes to Fruition: John Thiel on Making the Advisor “The Value Proposition”
The Diamond Podcast for Financial Advisors · 2025-05-22 · 1h 2m
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With John Thiel - Founder and Executive Chairperson, Indivisible Partners Overview John Thiel offers a unique perspective on the evolution of the wealth management industry and his former leadership role at Merrill. Plus, he shares how his new independent firm, Indivisible Partners, is carving a new path for those seeking a firm with a greater focus on the advisor. Watch it… Listen in… > Download a transcript of this episode… NOTE: The views and opinions expressed by the guests on this podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views and opinions of Diamond Consultants. Neither Diamond Consultants nor the guests on this podcast are compensated in any way for their participation. About this episode… After nearly three decades with Merrill, John Thiel left the firm and his position as the Head of Wealth Management with just one regret: the feeling that there was more to be accomplished in the wealth management industry. After seven years of remaining connected to the industry through consulting, board work, and similar endeavors, John’s vision for redefining the advisor’s role and what advice truly means to clients gained greater focus.
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