The Real Pros and Cons of Independence With Terry Parham

By ThinkAdvisor, sponsored by Jackson National Life Insurance Company
Podcast
September 29, 2025 at 10:45 AM
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After achieving significant success within well-established organizations, with room for continued career growth, it can be difficult to strike out on a new path. Terry Parham did just that in 2021 — and he’s confident it was the best decision he’s ever made.

On this Season 3 finale of the Ask the Retirement expert podcast, Parham sits down with ThinkAdvisor senior reporter to discuss the launch of Innovative Wealth Building, a fast-growing fully independent registered investment advisor serving a diverse and dynamic client base. He details how a journey that began with a $200-per-week college internship had blossomed into a rewarding and engaging career.

During the episode, Parham and Manganaro also discuss:

- The many virtues and real cons of RIA independence.

- How to create (and execute) an intergenerational leadership strategy.

- The importance of highly tailored retirement advice and more.

To listen to additional podcasts within the Ask the Retirement Expert series, click here.

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