In the Suite
In the Suite is a podcast that shares amazing stories of women in business in the financial services and wealth management industry. The podcast features interviews with inspiring, top women leaders in business and some of the biggest names in the wealth management industry. In the Suite is where you’ll discover their best secrets and top strategies to grow a great business, build a strong brand, and lead teams in the 21st century. In the Suite podcast is hosted by Tina Powell, TEDx Speaker, former NYU Professor, Marketing Consultant and Partner, Chief of Community at Intention.ly
In the Suite
Ep 98 Changing It Up: Secrets to Leadership, Health & Longevity with Carina Diamond, Chief Executive Officer, GFP Private Wealth
In this episode of In The Suite, I’m joined by Carina Diamond, CEO of GFP Private Wealth. Carina shares how she’s honoring the pioneering legacy of Sally Gries while boldly steering the firm into the future. From the power of rebranding to harnessing AI and building next-gen talent pipelines, Carina is a masterclass in leadership reinvention.
We talk about:
- Why rebranding matters more than most firms admit
- How to lead boldly without abandoning legacy
- Why Carina believes AI is “here now” (not “coming”)
- The importance of shaking things up—personally and professionally
- The underestimated power of awards, speaking, and visibility
Resources Mentioned
- GFP Private Wealth: https://gfpprivatewealth.com
- Broadridge AIF Program: https://www.broadridge.com/advisor/aif-designation-training
- Coursera Google AI Certification: Link
- Diversitas at The University of Akron: https://www.diversitasfp.org
⏱ Chapter Markers
- 00:00 – Welcome & why this conversation was years in the making
- 01:30 – The legacy of Sally Gries and GFP’s rebrand
- 07:00 – From Chief Growth Officer to CEO in five months
- 11:20 – Why AI isn’t the future—it’s the present
- 16:20 – Building young, innovative teams
- 22:00 – Confidence, certifications, and the power of visibility
- 26:30 – Founding Stella Segunda Partners & career reinvention
- 29:50 – Flourish Women & Wealth: pioneering women’s financial education
- 31:50 – The influence of Carina’s mother and her legacy
- 34:30 – Upcoming events & what’s next for GFP
- 37:40 – Health and wellness tip: the power of changing things up
👉 Ready to be inspired? Listen now and take notes. This conversation may just spark the change you’ve been putting off.
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