Let’s Talk is our podcast featuring business leaders from across the firm as they share insights and key conversations happening at Cambridge. 

About Let's Talk

Val Vest & Jeff Wick - Let's Talk Podcast

Let’s Talk is a podcast dedicated to providing an inside look at key conversations going on in the financial services industry and at Cambridge. The goal of this series is to provide listeners an opportunity to learn more about various Cambridge offerings and resources. The podcast is hosted by Val Vest — Executive Vice President and Chief Experience Officer — and Jeff Wick — First Vice President, Client Solutions. It features business leaders and subject matter experts from across the firm as they discuss Cambridge resources and how financial professionals, and their teams can leverage them to better serve clients and grow their businesses. These leaders also weigh in on key developments affecting our industry and give an inside look at what life at Cambridge is all about. 

Val Vest is Executive Vice President and Chief Experience Officer at Cambridge. With more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Val collaborates with teams across the firm to shape key client-centric strategies and deliver exceptional financial professional and associate experiences. Working closely with financial professionals, associates, and members of Cambridge’s executive and leadership teams, she works to identify emerging trends and translate insights into actionable strategies that create growth and meaningful engagement across all touchpoints.

Jeff Wick is First Vice President of Client Solutions at Cambridge and has more than 20 years of experience in sales, operations, and relationship management within the financial services industry. Since joining Cambridge in 2015, he has played an important role in shaping the firm’s Client Solutions offerings, including WealthPort® — Cambridge’s comprehensive managed account experience. In his role, Jeff works with members of Client Solutions and Business Development to drive strategic innovation. His focus on delivering and executing forward-thinking solutions helps financial professionals elevate their client experience and grow their businesses with confidence.

Episodes

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 128: Planning, Scaling, and Legacy – A Succession Expert’s Insight

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    Episode 127: Navigating Growth, Regulation, and Innovation: A CEO’s Perspective

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    Episode 126: Helping People – The Core of The Business

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 125: Leveraging Relationships

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 124: Getting Started and Setting Expectations

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 123: Position Your Business for the Future

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 121: Cambridge Retirement Plan Advisors (RPA): Joining Forces

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 120: Exploring Spire Outsourcing

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 119: The Pace of Change

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 116: Supporting Our Charitable Reach

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 115: Listening and Learning

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 113: Networking to Grow Your Business

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 111: It Takes a Village

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 110: Streamlining Your Workflow One Program At-A-Time

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 109: Managing Your Experience with Efficiency and Proficiency

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 108: Taking Charge of Your Practice

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 107: Every Transition Journey is Unique

  • Let's Talk Podcast

    Episode 103: You Control the Journey