Redesigning Wealth Management with AI Agents

FutureProof Advisor Podcast

AI isn’t just a support tool anymore—it’s becoming the strategist.

As the next generation of autonomous AI agents begins to emerge, we’re seeing a shift from task-based assistance to full-cycle execution. These agents don’t just draft content or summarize research—they can now run processes from start to finish with minimal human involvement. From preparing client reports to organizing internal communications, these tools have the potential to fundamentally reshape the way wealth management firms operate. For smaller firms, they could even become the competitive equalizer.

But this isn’t about plugging AI into outdated workflows. It’s about letting AI pursue outcomes—more efficiently, more creatively, and sometimes in ways humans wouldn’t have thought to design. I explore how firms can start experimenting with agents in low-risk areas, build internal comfort and skill, and evolve toward deeper integration. I also dive into what it looks like to shift your team’s mindset: from managing step-by-step processes to defining clear end goals and trusting AI to find the path.

Regulatory frameworks are evolving just as fast. With new initiatives like AI sandboxes and emerging tax incentives for workforce training, firms have a chance to shape—not just follow—the rules. I walk through how to align your governance with existing standards, and why compliance shouldn’t be an afterthought. If we want AI to be a long-term partner, we need to set it up with the same intention and clarity we’d expect from any team member. This is about building a future where results—not routine—define success.