Every entrepreneur’s journey is filled with twists, failures, resilience, and reinvention. Few embody that better than Robert LeBlanc, founder of LeBlanc + Smith, whose 25-year career in hospitality began with a failed record label and evolved into a collection of acclaimed hotels, restaurants, and bars across New Orleans, Nashville, and beyond. In this episode, Jude …
Every click, text, and email carries more risk today than ever before. In this episode of Living Beyond the Numbers, Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale sit down with Brett J Lee, JD, MBA, CSCP, Chief Compliance Officer at The Planning Center, to unpack the evolving world of cybersecurity and what it means for families, professionals, …
Sending a child to college is exciting but it can also be one of the most stressful and expensive decisions a family faces. How do you choose the right school without losing sleep (or breaking the bank)? In this episode of Living Beyond the Numbers, hosts Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale sit down with Heidi …
What does it mean to lead with both confidence and compassion, especially in a numbers-first industry? In this episode of Living Beyond the Numbers, Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale sit down with Amy Tessmer, CFO of The Planning Center, to explore how values-driven leadership, intentional balance, and quiet influence are reshaping the financial services landscape. …
What does a theater degree have to do with running a financial planning firm? In this episode, Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale sit down with Matt Mercer, Chief Operating Officer and shareholder at The Planning Center, to talk about leadership, priorities, and the hidden work that keeps client relationships running smoothly. Matt shares how his …
Some seasons of life arrive suddenly, others build slowly. Either way, change can feel chaotic. In this conversation, The Planning Center partner Michelle Matom CFP®, EA, CeFT joins Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale to share how she helps clients move from uncertainty to a grounded “new normal.” You’ll hear why big decisions can wait, how …
When a firm chooses people over ego, everything changes. In this conversation, CEO Eric Kies joins Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale to share how The Planning Center shifted from individual silos to an ensemble practice where clients are served by a team, not a single advisor. They talk candidly about investing in “soft” skills like …
Taxes don’t usually make the highlight reel, but this year’s sweeping updates could impact families in ways that go far beyond April 15. In this episode, Jude Boudreaux and Caleb Arringdale sit down with Rob Baner, partner and head of the tax group at The Planning Center, to unpack the new tax law and what …
When J.J. Sessions walked away from running his own practice to join The Planning Center, he wasn’t just looking for a new job—he was searching for a better way to serve clients and his family. In this heartfelt conversation, J.J. reflects on the challenges of running a business, the stress of managing cash flow, and …
What makes financial planning akin to crafting a symphony? How do emotions and logic dance in sync when managing investments? Join Jude Boudreaux, CFP®, and the ever-enthusiastic Caleb Arringdale, EA, as they welcome Matt Knoll, CFP®, a seasoned financial planner and musician, to the “Living Beyond the Numbers” podcast. Matt, who holds a vital role …