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Empowering Leadership Change: TPFG Appoints New CEO for Growth Initiatives

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Tuesday, March 19, 2024
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BELLEVUE, Wash., March 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group, Inc. (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account (SDBA) Management just announced a reorganization of its Executive leadership team that will position the firm for continued success in the fast-growing group retirement space and well beyond. 

Key Points: 
  • We are very pleased to announce that Chris Mills has joined TPFG as our newly appointed Chief Executive Officer.
  • Former CEO, Megan Meade, along with Nick Scalzo (who had begun his transition from Co-CEO in 2022) will sit as managing members of the TPFG Board.
  • Chris brings over two decades of leadership and business experience in the financial services space.
  • "After an extensive search, we couldn't be happier to have Chris take the helm as our new CEO.

The Pacific Financial Group Receives ThinkAdvisor Luminaries 2023 Award for Financial and Investment Innovation

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Wednesday, December 6, 2023
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BELLEVUE, Wash., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm and a pioneer in Self-Directed Brokerage Account (SDBA) Management, today announced that their Strategy PLUS SDBA Model Portfolio Turnkey Asset Management Platform (TAMP) has been named a winner of a 2023 Luminaries Awards in the category of Financial and Investment Innovation.

Key Points: 
  • BELLEVUE, Wash., Dec. 6, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm and a pioneer in Self-Directed Brokerage Account (SDBA) Management, today announced that their Strategy PLUS SDBA Model Portfolio Turnkey Asset Management Platform (TAMP) has been named a winner of a 2023 Luminaries Awards in the category of Financial and Investment Innovation.
  • Within workplace retirement accounts, Strategy PLUS offers 30 curated model strategies from a powerful lineup of world-class asset managers.
  • Outside retirement plans, the investment palette provides a range of traditional options guided by a time-tested, three-discipline investment philosophy.
  • The Luminaries Award for Strategy PLUS affirms our commitment to offer the highest level of investment expertise through SDBA.

The Pacific Financial Group Launches NextGen Client Onboarding System

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Thursday, April 27, 2023
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BELLEVUE, Wash., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm and early pioneer in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA), has announced the launch of its new client onboarding system – Guided Paperwork Solution (GPS), designed to streamline the client onboarding process and enhance the client experience.

Key Points: 
  • BELLEVUE, Wash., April 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), an SEC Registered Investment Advisory firm and early pioneer in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA), has announced the launch of its new client onboarding system – Guided Paperwork Solution (GPS), designed to streamline the client onboarding process and enhance the client experience.
  • The new system has been developed in response to feedback from clients and advisors, who expressed the need for a more efficient onboarding process.
  • The system is designed to simplify and automate many of the steps involved in onboarding new clients, service existing accounts, reducing paperwork, and speeding up the process.
  • "We are thrilled to announce the launch of our new client onboarding system," said CEO Megan Meade.

Small Business Digital Alliance Marks One-Year Anniversary

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Wednesday, March 1, 2023
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Washington D.C., March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Small Business Digital Alliance (SBDA), a co-sponsorship between the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Business Forward, Inc., celebrates its one-year anniversary.

Key Points: 
  • Washington D.C., March 01, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, the Small Business Digital Alliance (SBDA), a co-sponsorship between the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) and Business Forward, Inc., celebrates its one-year anniversary.
  • “Our Small Business Digital Alliance has empowered countless small businesses to make or strengthen their digital pivot,” said SBA Administrator Guzman .
  • Since its launch in March 2022, the SBDA has:
    Reached more than 15 million small businesses and entrepreneurs across America through national programming, regional events, and digital content tailored to small business needs.
  • Hosting regional events with entrepreneurs, small business advocates, and private sector leaders on how to create a more customer-centric, tech-forward, and equitable small business ecosystem.

The Pacific Financial Group Lowers Fees on 36 SDBA Model Strategies

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Tuesday, February 28, 2023
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"Our goal has always been to make top-tier investment management available and affordable to every retirement saver, regardless of account size."

Key Points: 
  • "Our goal has always been to make top-tier investment management available and affordable to every retirement saver, regardless of account size."
  • The TPFG mission is crystal clear: Improve investment outcomes for today's retirement plan participant to help them achieve financial independence and a worry-free retirement.
  • These strategies are available to advisors inside our award-nominated Strategy PLUS Model Portfolio program and incorporates a range of investment options from Active to Passive and Strategic to Tactical.
  • Founded in 1984, The Pacific Financial Group, Inc. (TPFG) provides financial advisors with a complete suite of programs dedicated to building, managing, and preserving wealth for every investor.

The Pacific Financial Group Appoints Judith Cheng as New Chief Investment Officer

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Tuesday, December 13, 2022
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BELLEVUE, Wash., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) announced that Judith Cheng has joined the leadership team as Chief Investment Officer.

Key Points: 
  • BELLEVUE, Wash., Dec. 13, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) announced that Judith Cheng has joined the leadership team as Chief Investment Officer.
  • Judith has extensive experience in investment strategy, analysis, and research, most recently with DWS and BNY Mellon.
  • Judith is a CFA Charterholder and has earned Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) and Certified in Investment Performance Measurement (CIPM) designations.
  • Founded in 1984, The Pacific Financial Group, Inc. (TPFG) is a SEC registered investment advisory firm and dynamic wealth management innovator that focuses on the group retirement space.

The Pacific Financial Group Partners with CapIntel to Empower the Advisor-Client Relationship

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Wednesday, September 28, 2022
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BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) announced a partnership with CapIntel, a leading Toronto-based financial technology company that improves fund analysis, proposal generation, and day-to-day workflow efficiency for financial advisors. CapIntel is a modern, intuitive platform that delivers instant, powerful analytics and easy-to-understand, highly visual and compelling reports.

Key Points: 
  • BELLEVUE, Wash., Sept. 28, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) announced a partnership with CapIntel ,a leading Toronto-based financial technology company that improves fund analysis, proposal generation, and day-to-day workflow efficiency for financial advisors.
  • "CapIntel is proud to lead this shift alongside The Pacific Financial Group, and I'm excited to witness a growing urgency towards the digitization of the industry."
  • Founded in 1984, The Pacific Financial Group, Inc. (TPFG) is a SEC registered investment advisory firm and dynamic wealth management innovator that focuses on the group retirement space.
  • CapIntel is a Toronto-based financial technology company leading the way in developing intuitive, web-based applications for financial professionals.

The Pacific Financial Group Announces Organizational Changes, Elevates Next Wave of Executive Leadership

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Monday, July 11, 2022
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BELLEVUE, Wash., July 11, 2022 /PRNewswire/ --The Pacific Financial Group (TPFG), a wealth management innovator and leader in Self-Directed Brokerage Account Management (SDBA) today announced a reorganization of its Executive leadership team that will position the firm for continued success in the fast-growing group retirement space.

Key Points: 
  • Co-CEOs Megan Meade and Nick Scalzo will shift their focus to TPFG's Board and take up the position of Board Co-Chairs.
  • Meade, Scalzo, and Molloy will continue to oversee the operations of TPFG Fintech affiliate RiskPro.
  • "We are truly excited to elevate the next wave of senior leadership at TPFG", said Megan Meade.
  • Founded in 1984, The Pacific Financial Group, Inc. (TPFG) is a SEC registered investment advisory firm and dynamic wealth management innovator that focuses on the group retirement space.

CapIntel Raises $11.0M USD Series A To Expand Wealth Management Sales Platform, Launching in US Market

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Tuesday, June 14, 2022
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TORONTO, June 14, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- CapIntel, a leading financial technology company that improves day-to-day workflow and fund analysis for financial advisors, announced $11.0M USD in Series A financing led by New York-based FinTech Collective, with an additional participation from Fengate Asset Management on behalf of its investor, the LiUNA Pension Fund of Central and Eastern Canada (LPFCEC).

Key Points: 
  • Since launching its platform in 2019, CapIntel experienced nearly 800 percent revenue growth in 2021, following a 640 percent growth in 2020.
  • "The wealth management industry continues to benefit from technology to enhance client experiences, and we're excited to be at the forefront of this transformation," said James Rockwood, Founder and CEO of CapIntel.
  • "This round of funding will further fuel a steady and sustainable growth for CapIntel and help us fulfill our ultimate mission to build wealth for all.
  • The first is the necessity for advisors to focus on engaging and presenting investment solutions to clients, in addition to financial planning.

Schwab Report: Self-Directed 401(k) Balances Down, Investors Hold Steady as S&P 500 Experiences First Correction in Two Years

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Thursday, June 2, 2022
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Participant holdings remained similar to the prior quarter, with a slight increase in cash.

Key Points: 
  • Participant holdings remained similar to the prior quarter, with a slight increase in cash.
  • Mutual funds were the second largest holding at 29%, followed by ETFs (21%), cash (13%), and fixed income (1%).
  • Its banking subsidiary, Charles Schwab Bank (member FDIC and an Equal Housing Lender), provides banking and lending services and products.
  • Schwab Personal Choice Retirement Account (PCRA) is offered through Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. (member SIPC), the registered broker/dealer, which also provides other brokerage and custody services to its customers.