Succession and Exit Planning for Wealth Advisors
Presented by Darci Smith and Ben Douglas
Roklyn Consulting and Rimon, P.C.
Date: Wednesday, November 11, 2026
Time: 3:30 PM – 5:15 PM
Location: Orinda Country Club
315 Camino Sobrante
Orinda, CA 94563
Event Overview
Join FPA East Bay for a practical discussion on one of the most important long-term challenges facing financial advisors and wealth management firms: succession and exit planning.
Whether you are a veteran advisor preparing for an eventual transition, a next-generation leader ready to step up, or a firm considering the purchase or sale of an advisory practice, this program will provide valuable insight into the people, legal, and structural issues that can shape a successful transition.
Darci Smith of Roklyn Consulting will share strategies for recruiting, developing, and retaining next-generation advisors, while Ben Douglas of Rimon, P.C. will address key legal and business considerations involved in ownership transitions, acquisitions, and practice sales.
Learning Objectives
After attending this program, participants will be able to:
- Identify key considerations when developing a succession plan
- Evaluate strategies for hiring and developing next-generation advisors
- Understand important considerations when buying, selling, or transitioning a financial advisory practice
Course Complexity: General Overview
CFP Principal Topic: Interpersonal Communication
Continuing Education: CFP® CE Credit Pending Approval
Pricing
FPA Member Early Bird through November 9, 2026: $49
FPA Member Regular November 10 through November 11, 2026: $59
Guest / Non-Member: $98
We look forward to seeing you for an engaging discussion on leadership transition, practice continuity, and planning for the next chapter of your advisory business.
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Special Thanks to Our Sponsor
A special thank you to Mike Zunica and First Trust for sponsoring this event and supporting the FPA East Bay community.
Mike Zunica
First Trust