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The Perfect RIA

Matthew Jarvis, Micah Shilanski

Booking Overview

An interview-led financial advisory practice-management show focused on improving advisor efficiency, client relationships, profitability, retirement planning, insurance, and firm transactions, with frequent external specialists and industry practitioners. Credible pitches include financial advisors, RIA/M&A specialists, annuity and insurance educators, practice valuation experts, and financial-planning commentators; booking difficulty is low because the show regularly features accessible subject-matter professionals rather than only major public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 940

Frequency: Weekly

Rating: 4.8/5.0

Estimated listeners: 1,000 - 10,000

Gender skew: Male

Listener location: USA

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

theperfectria@gmail.com

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Host

Matthew Jarvis - Certified financial planner and financial advisory practice-management expert focused on helping advisors improve efficiency, profitability, client service, and business value.

Micah Shilanski - Certified financial planner and financial advisory practice-management expert focused on practical strategies for improving advisor-client relationships, firm operations, and business performance.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Financial advisors, RIA executives, practice valuation and M&A specialists, insurance and annuity educators, and other professionals with direct operating or subject-matter expertise relevant to advisory firms.
Required Achievements:  
Operating experience in a financial advisory practice, Expertise in RIA transactions, valuation, or practice growth, Recognized specialization in insurance, annuities, retirement income, or financial planning, A practical educational program, business, or framework for helping advisors

Recent Guest Discussions

Brian Smith - Life Expectancy, Longevity Planning, Guaranteed Income, Insurance Products, And Integrating Insurance With Assets Under Management.

Ted Jenkin - Selling Financial Advisory Practices, Minority Deals, Practice Valuation, Marketing Investment, And Changes In The Advisory Industry.

Tracy Lownsberry - Annuity Structures, Renewal Rates, Income- Versus Performance-driven Products, Suitability, Ethics, Liquidity, And Advisor Education.

Liam Heffernan - RIA M&a Activity, Transaction Evaluation, Earnouts, Equity Investments, Cultural Fit, And Preparing For Life After A Merger Or Acquisition.

Michael Belluomini - RIA M&a Activity, Growth Potential, Earnouts, Equity Investments, Cultural Fit, And Post-transaction Planning.

Recent Topics

Business, Financial Planning, Practice Management, Wealth Management, Annuities

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The Perfect RIA
:

Understanding Client Profitability With Max Holvik

October 08, 2026

In this episode, Matthew Jarvis welcomes Max Holvik of The Advisor's CFO to explore how financial advisors can better understand and manage the business behind their practice. Max explains how fractional CFO support helps growing firms connect their financials to future goals, build useful dashboards, and prepare for acquisitions or an eventual exit. They discuss why revenue alone does not reveal client profitability and how tracking service activity and team time can expose hidden costs. The...

Standing Out Through Personalized Value With Michael Joyce

October 01, 2026

In this episode, Matthew Jarvis welcomes Michael Joyce from Calamos Investments to discuss how advisors can stand out by delivering practical, personalized value. Michael shares how he moved beyond product pitches and entertainment to become a resource for advisors, drawing on books, business coaching, and conversations with top producers. He breaks down his book-gifting approach, pairing a handwritten note with a specific page recommendation that connects to the recipient's life or business....

Stop Playing Office and Start Delivering Value [Episode 366]

September 28, 2026

Summary In this episode, Matthew Jarvis and Micah Shilanski challenge the belief that delivering more value to clients requires spending more time in the office. They explore how fear of rejection keeps advisors busy with planning software and generic advice instead of doing the work that makes a difference. Through surge meetings and personalized value adds, including beneficiary reviews, they explain how repeatable systems help advisors deliver financial planning at scale. The conversation ...

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