The Life by Design Podcast
Are you ready to live your best life? Tune in to the Life by Design Podcast, where we bring you strategic insights, expert interviews, and practical tools to empower you. From a financial planning and wealth management standpoint, we aim to help you understand the decisions that lead to a more fulfilling financial life. At our core, we believe in serving our clients and communities, growing through reinvestment in our people and tools, and living a great life while helping others do the same.
Episodes
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
#30 - Greg Mattacola - Estate Planning
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Thursday Oct 02, 2025
Greg Mattacola is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. Greg is a former attorney, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and an Accredited Behavioral Finance Professional℠. For more info on Greg please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/greg-mattacola/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregmattacola/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
#29 - Mike McGraw - Educators Retirement
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Thursday Sep 25, 2025
Mike McGraw is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. Mike is a former teacher, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. For more info on Mike please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/mike-mcgraw/https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-m-4a93b645/This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
#28 - Nick Accordino - Charitable Giving
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Thursday Sep 18, 2025
Nick Accordino is a Lead Advisor at Strategic Financial Services. Nick is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. For more info on Nick please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/nick-accordino/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/nick-accordino-cfp%C2%AE-81a3641b/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
#27 - Aaron Evans - What Are RMDs?
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Thursday Sep 11, 2025
Aaron Evans is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. Aaron is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Charterholder.For more info on Aaron please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/aaron-evans/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/aaron-evans-cfa-cfp%C2%AE-0285466/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
#26 - City Cleats
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
Thursday Sep 04, 2025
City Cleats is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit founded in 2024 in New York by former athletes who understand firsthand the power of proper footwear in competition. We saw a gap – too many Varsity Football players across New York lacked access to quality cleats. For more info on City Cleats please visit: https://citycleats.com/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
#25 - Alan Leist, III - Strategic’s EOS Story
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Thursday Aug 28, 2025
Alan Leist III, CFA is the Chief Executive Officer at Strategic Financial Services. EOS Links: https://www.strategiccoach.com/ https://www.eosworldwide.com/For more info on Alan please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/alan-leist-iii/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanleist/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
#24 - Melissa Fernalld - Life & Money After Divorce
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Thursday Aug 21, 2025
Melissa Fernalld CFP®, CDFA® is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. For more info on Melissa please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/melissa-fernalld/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-fernalld-cfp%C2%AE-cdfa%C2%AE-56885b26/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
#23 - Laura Powers - LGBTQ+ Financial Planning
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Thursday Aug 14, 2025
Laura Powers ChFC® is a Senior Advisor and Partner at Strategic Financial Services. For more info on Laura please visit: https://investstrategic.com/team/laura-powers/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurapowers1/ This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It is not intended as investment, legal, tax, or other professional advice. The views and opinions expressed by the firm or its guests are solely their own and do not necessarily reflect those of the firm. Any performance discussed reflects specific securities or asset classes in relation to broader market performance and does not represent the performance of any client account or portfolio. Past performance is not indicative of future results. All investing involves risk, including the potential loss of principal. Guests may include employees or friends of the firm. The appearance of any guest on this podcast does not constitute an endorsement of their views, services, or products, nor does it imply that the guest endorses the firm or its services. Discussions may cover a range of topics, including (but not limited to) investments, markets, and financial planning. All statements and analyses are based on information available as of the date of recording. Subsequent developments may affect the accuracy or relevance of such statements. Nothing in this podcast should be interpreted as a recommendation or endorsement of any specific products, services, or strategies. All investments carry risks, including possible loss of principal, and past performance is not indicative of future results. Advisory services are offered through an SEC-registered investment adviser. Registration does not imply a certain level of skill or training. If you have questions regarding your particular situation, please contact a qualified professional before making any financial, legal, or tax-related decisions. For more details or any questions, please reach out to us directly.






