Building Custom Model Portfolios with Amanda Robinson

In this episode, Jack talks with Amanda Robinson, VP of Portfolio Solutions at Fidelity Investments. Amanda leads a team responsible for delivering support for Fidelity's portfolio solution capabilities.

Amanda discusses hyper-personalization and the need for customizable solutions with user-friendly interfaces. She highlights the role of technology in streamlining operations to free up time for client relationships.

Key Takeaways

• [01:33] - Amanda's journey.
• [07:39] - Importance of hyper-personalization.
• [09:34] - Fidelity's user interface.
• [10:47] - Future of customizable solutions and managed account platforms.
• [12:23] - Importance of advisor and teammate relationship.
• [17:24] - What advisors say about model portfolios.
• [20:20] - Amanda's takeaways and interests.

Quotes

[21:02] - "Investors want their advisors to meet them where they want to do business. And emerging generations want scale, personalizable investments, which they want in a really easy-to-digest way." ~ Amanda Robinson

Disclosure

Information provided in, and presentation of, this document are for informational and educational purposes only and are not a recommendation to take any particular action, or any action at all, nor an offer or solicitation to buy or sell any securities or services presented. It is not investment advice. Fidelity does not provide legal or tax advice.  

Before making any investment decisions, you should consult with your own professional advisers and take into account all of the particular facts and circumstances of your individual situation. Fidelity and its representatives may have a conflict of interest in the products or services mentioned in these materials because they have a financial interest in them, and receive compensation, directly or indirectly, in connection with the management, distribution, and/or servicing of these products or services, including Fidelity funds, certain third-party funds and products, and certain investment services.

Views expressed are those of the speaker through October 10, 2023 and do not necessarily represent the views of Fidelity Investments. Views are subject to change at any time based upon market or other conditions and Fidelity disclaims any responsibility to update such views.

LifeYield is an independent entity and is not affiliated with Fidelity Investments. Listing them does not suggest a recommendation or endorsement by Fidelity Investments.

Fidelity Model Portfolios are provided to financial intermediaries (“Intermediary”) on a non-discretionary basis by Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser LLC (“FIWA”), a registered investment adviser. Information about the Models may be provided by representatives of FIWA, or its broker-dealer affiliates Fidelity Distributors Company LLC (“FDC”), Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC (“FBS”), and/or National Financial Services LLC.

Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser LLC (“FIWA”) is a registered investment adviser and an indirect, wholly owned subsidiary of FMR LLC. FIWA provides customized separately managed account portfolios that consider tax effects for taxable clients. FIWA has retained the services of its affiliate, Fidelity Management & Research Company LLC (“FMR”), to manage these accounts subject to FIWA's supervision and oversight.

Fidelity Investments® provides investment products through Fidelity Distributors Company LLC; clearing, custody, or other brokerage services through National Financial Services LLC or Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC, Members NYSE, SIPC; and institutional advisory services through Fidelity Institutional Wealth Adviser LLC.

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• Amanda Robinson on LinkedIn
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