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Fractional Practice Management
for Registered Investment Advisors

Strategic, Scalable Practice Management Support with Full-Time Results Without The Full-Time Cost

Running an RIA is complex—manual data entry steals 10 hours weekly, client onboarding lags, and growth stalls despite potential. Hiring a full-time COO costs $200K+, but you need expertise now. Our fractional practice management for RIAs slashes admin by 15+ hours/week, cuts overhead 20%+, triples referrals, and frees you for strategic growth—all without breaking the bank. Imagine reclaiming your sanity and scaling effortlessly—our practice management advisors make it real.

Key Benefits Of Working With A Fractional Practice Management Consultant for
Your RIA Practice:

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SAVE 15+ HOURS
PER WEEK

Save 15+ hours per week by optimizing internal processes.

REDUCE OPERATIONAL OVERHEAD BY 20%

Reduce operational overhead by 20%+ with efficient workflows.

EXECUTIVE LEVEL MANAGEMENT

Gain access to executive-level management without hiring a full-time COO.

ENHANCE CLIENT SATISFACTION

Enhance client satisfaction by improving service delivery speed.

ENSURE REGULATORY COMPLIANCE

Ensure regulatory compliance with structured oversight.

IMPROVE TEAM EFFICIENCY

Improve team efficiency by assigning the right tasks to the right people

Our RIA Operational Efficiency Consulting Process

Our four-phase methodology ensures that every aspect of your practice is

running smoothly and efficiently.

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PHASE 1:
PRACTICE AUDIT
& STRATEGY DEVELOPMENT

  • Conduct a full operational assessment to identify bottlenecks.

  • Define business priorities and set clear growth objectives.

  • Analyze team roles and responsibilities to improve delegation.

  • Ensure compliance best practices are in place.

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PHASE 2:
PROCESS AUTOMATION
& TECHNOLOGY INTEGRATION

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  • Implement state-of-the-art CRM systems to reduce data entry time.

  • Automate client communication, appointment scheduling, and reporting.

  • Standardize workflows to eliminate redundant tasks.

  • Integrate financial planning software to improve client service.

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PHASE 3:
ONGOING LEADERSHIP SUPPORT

  • Provide strategic coaching to enhance decision-making.

  • Establish leadership accountability structures.

  • Train staff on best practices for operations and efficiency.

  • Support scaling efforts through client acquisition and retention strategies.

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PHASE 4:
PERFORMANCE TRACKING & ADJUSTMENTS

  • Implement KPIs to measure efficiency and productivity gains.

  • Conduct quarterly reviews to track progress and adjust strategies.

  • Offer ongoing consulting to ensure continuous improvement.

  • Identify areas for expansion, such as adding new service lines or improving marketing efforts.

Who Benefits from Fractional Practice Management?

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RIAs Looking to Grow Without the Costs of a

Full-Time COO

For firms that need leadership but aren’t ready to hire a full-time executive, fractional practice management is the perfect solution.

 

Advisors Struggling with Time Management

If you feel like you’re spending more time managing operations than meeting with clients, our solutions will free up your schedule.

 

Firms Experiencing Operational Inefficiencies

If bottlenecks, slow turnaround times, and compliance issues are holding back your firm, we can implement streamlined workflows to increase efficiency.

HOW WE WORK WITH RIAS

We offer flexible engagement models to meet the unique needs of different firms:

PROJECT BASED CONSULTING

Ideal for firms that need help solving a specific operational challenge or implementing a significant system upgrade.

ONGOING FRACTIONAL SUPPORT

An excellent option for firms that want continuous oversight and strategic guidance without committing to a full-time executive.

 

COACHING & TRAINING FOR INTERNAL TEAMS

We train your existing staff on best practices for operations, efficiency, and leadership, ensuring long-term sustainability.

 

 

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARD A MORE EFFICIENT RIA

 

Let’s discuss how fractional practice management can streamline your operations, reduce inefficiencies,

and position your firm for long-term growth.

CLIENT SUCCESS STORIES

From Overwhelmed to Optimized:

A $500M RIA cut admin 40%, grew AUM 25%,

and lifted satisfaction by 15%.

Why DDC Excels in RIA Practice Management

“Dawn’s fractional practice management for RIAs tripled our referrals!”  – CEO, $600M RIA

  • 25+ years of multi-channel wins.

  • Save $100K+ vs. full-time hires—50% faster results.

  • 30% higher client satisfaction with our RIA practice management tools.

Fractional Practice Management FAQs

What does a fractional Practice Management Consultant do?

A fractional Practice Management Consultant is an extension of your leadership team. We can help you identify ways to grow your business through your advisors, create efficiencies, improve client experiences, and create sustainable growth.

How is this different from hiring a full-time Practice Management Consulting Team?

Fractional PMCs offer the same expertise at a fraction of the cost without the long-term commitment.

What’s included in the growth audit?

We complete a discovery process with your advisors to identify opportunities to grow revenue and implement efficient best practices.

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