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Speaking Engagements

HIFON Represented at NAPFA’s Spring Conference – May 11, 2023

Shaun Kapusinski presented at the 2023 NAPFA Spring Conference on a “Technology Framework for Success.” He addressed the thought that building a technology stack should be easier than ever with so many options to choose from. Yet we find ourselves lost in poor adoption and even worse data. This session explored the hidden costs of…

T3 Session: HIFON Talks Tech – Harnessing the Power of AI (Jan 2024)

In this session, Courtney Sukitch (Operations Team Lead at Waldron Private Wealth) unraveled the world of AI by giving attendees an understanding what AI truly is, tricks to master Prompt Engineering, and practical applications for all levels of your organization. She shined a light on the risks and cautionary aspects associated with AI implementation, ensuring…

HIFON Represented at NAPFA’s Spring Conference – May 11, 2023

Shaun Kapusinski presented at the 2023 NAPFA Spring Conference on a “Technology Framework for Success.” He addressed the thought that building a technology stack should be easier than ever with so many options to choose from. Yet we find ourselves lost in poor adoption and even worse data. This session explored the hidden costs of…

T3 Session: HIFON Talks Tech – AI Comes to the RIA (Mar 2023)

This year our panelists talked about incorporating AI sooner than later to increase their firm’s efficiency at scale. Both of these firms are working on just that: pairing their CRM with brand new AI technology. Panelists Vib Arya, COO, Shufro Rose Trevor Chuna, CTO, Sequoia Financial Group Moderated By Shaun Kapusinski, Founder, HIFON

T3 Session: HIFON Talks Tech – Implementing Your Firm’s Tech Objectives (May 2022)

Our panelists shared what each of their firm’s are focused on as a business and how that translates into technology objectives. We learned from these seasoned professionals who are taking their client and employee experiences to the next level. Panelists Trevor Chuna, CTO, Sequoia Financial Group Edgar Collado, COO & CFO, Tobias Financial Advisors Darcy…

Web Presentation to RIE Solutions’ Master Practitioners Club (Nov 2021)

How to Ensure Successful Introduction of New Technology – The Training Perspective Run by RIE Solutions’ Dominika Sieradzka, the Master Practitioners Club is for ambitious Practice Managers or Operations Directors of small to medium-sized Financial Planning firms based in the UK. In this session, Shaun Kapusinski walked the group through the goals of technology within a…

2021 FPA NexGen Gathering

Opportunities in Strategy & Operations HIFON member Edgar Collado & HIFON founder Shaun Kapusinski presented at the August 2021 FPA NexGen Gathering on the importance and growth of operational roles within advisory firms. They talked about the changing landscape where larger firms require more strategic and operational leadership, as well as the importance of understand…

2021 Industry Chat: Stacey McKinnon with Shaun Kapusinski

How does technology fit into your company’s overall strategy? Stacey McKinnon, COO at Morton Capital and long-time HIFON member, recently caught up with Shaun Kapusinski, Director of Tech and Ops at Sequoia Financial Group and Founder of HIFON, to discuss the importance of incorporating a tech strategy into any company’s long-term vision, no matter the…

2021 NAPFA Playbook Series

“Implementing Your 2021 Strategy with Operations at the Wheel” Participants in the panel discussion included: Shaun Kapusinski, Director Technology and Operations, Sequoia Financial Group Kaylyn Melia Acevedo, Chief Operating Officer, Socius Family Office Edgar Collado, CEPA®, Chief Financial Officer & Chief Operating Officer, Tobias Financial Advisors Ann Reilley Gugle, CFP®, CPA, PFS, Principal & CEO of Alpha Financial Partners…

2020 Virtual Insider’s Forum – HIFON Sessions

Session 1 – Cystal Creekmore (SYM Financial) presents “Crossroads of Compliance and Operations” Session 2 – Taryn McCauley (First Pacific) presents “Talent Management in Today’s COVID World“ Session 3 – Vib Arya (Shufro Rose) presents “Guiding Principles for Creating Workflows“ Session 4 – Kristie Clayton (BCR Wealth Strategies) presents “Running Your Business using the Practical…