MY FINANCIAL ADVISOR IS
AN ALGORITHM
What we are going to talk about




                                  Three different models for
                                  financial advisory
                                  !   My financial advisor has an
                                      algorithm
                                  !   My algorithm has some
                                      financial advisors
                                  !   My financial advisor is an
                                      algorithm
Where it's at: Clients



LESS TRUST, MORE
AUTONOMY
Guilty by association

                        It's the stupid economy




                               http://flic.kr/p/bhuqvr
Whom do you trust in financial matters?




                               Source: Million Dollar Round Table, Financial Harmony Study 2011
Whom do they trust in financial matters?




                               Source: Million Dollar Round Table, Financial Harmony Study 2011
Democratization of Information

We became our own travel
agents, insurance brokers, now
we are learning to use our cell    WHY DO WE STILL
phones to triage our own bodies.

                                   NEED FINANCIAL
                                   ADVISORS?
The process of financial advisory
Finances are serious and complex.

                                    A solid financial plan is not a

BECAUSE IT'S                        matter of drag and drop.



COMPLICATED
Model 1



PERSONAL ADVISORY ON
INTERFACE STEROIDS
Model 1

!   I am digital.
!   I tend to procrastinate
   financial planning.
                              MY FINANCIAL
                              ADVISOR IS HAS AN
                              ALGORITHM
Our Research Project

                       It’s digitally enhanced.

A ROOM FOR             And face to face.



BETTER FINANCIAL
ADVISORY
Question 1

                   A room that supports attitudes

WHAT MAKES AN      like
                   !   confidence
                   !   privacy
ATTRACTIVE ROOM?   !   curiosity
Architecture & Interior
KONZEPTIDEEN ÜBERSICHT




                                            Konzept_01_Idee Inselprinzip     Konzept_01_Idee Konus Drehtür   Konzept Sphäre_rund_Eingang 1   Konzept Rundsphäre_Wall               Konzept_01_Ideename                   Konzept_01_Idee Deckel           Konzept_01_Idee Sauna                 Konzept_01_Idee Schachtel      Konzept_01_Idee Holzlamelle/ Textil- Glas


                          KABINE
                          (geschlossener
                          Raum)




                                            Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_klein   Konzept Raummöbel_integrativ    Konzept_Glocke_Ring_klein       Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ   Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ   Konzept Raummöbel_integrativ     Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ   Konzept_Glocke_Ring            Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_klein              Konzept Raummöbel_Gestell        Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_groß     Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_Module   Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen          Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_Varianten

                          RAHMEN
                          (Bauklotzsystem
                          fest)




                                                                                                                                                                                   Konzept_Raummöbel_Thron/ Halbei                                        Konzept_01_Idee Wohnsessel
                                            Konzept_01_Idee Faltmöbel        Konzept_01_Idee Steckplatte     Konzept Sphäre_rund_Modul       Konzept_Sphäre_Facetten                                                     Konzept_01_Idee Babybel Sessel                                         Konzept_01_Idee Wandmöbel 02   Konzept_01_Wandmöbel 01                     Konzept Raummöbel_faltbar_groß   Konzept Raummöbel_faltbar_klein   Konzept_Raummöbel_Faltung         Konzept_Raummöbel_Rahmen_Textil   Konzept_01_Idee strechbare Wand      Konzept_Raummöbel_Rahmen_Textil

                          EINZELTEILE
                          (System frei)




                                            Konzept_01_Idee Lampe 02         Konzept Sphäre_schwebend        Konzept Sphäre_rund_schwebend   Konzept Sphäre_eckig_Holz             Konzept Sphäre_rund_schwebend


                          BAND




                                            Konzept_Raummöbel_umwickelt      Konzept_Trolley                 Konzept_01_Idee Traverse        Konzept_Trolley_Auffalten             Konzept_Raummöbel_Scheibe             Konzept_Markise                  Konzept_01_xxx                        Konzept_01_xxx                 Konzept_gefalteter Tisch                    Konzept_Drehmarkise              Konzept_Picknickbank              Konzept_falbarer Monitor

                          MÖBEL
                          (freistehend)




                                            Konzept_01_Idee Lampe 01         Konzept Sphäre_rund_Glocke


                          DECKEL




                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                         WE CLASSIFIED
                                            Konzept_01_Idee Kürbis           Konzept_01_Idee Perle


                          BLASE




                                            Konzept Sphäre_rund_Innenring


                          RAUM IN RAUM




                          FÄCHER




                          KONFERENZ
                                            Konzept_Gürteltier




                                            Konzept_Konferenzraum
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                       ROOM SCENARIOS
                                            Konzept_01_Idee Dach             Konzept_01_Idee U-Profil


                          DACH
Architecture & Interior: Concept “Bracket“
Architecture & Interior: Concept “Bracket“
Architecture & Interior: Concept “Bracket“
Architecture & Interior: Concept “Bracket“
Architecture & Interior: Concept “Bracket“
Prototype of Advisory Room
Question 2

                   Devices that support the process

WHAT KIND OF       of financial advisory face to face.



DIGITAL DEVICES?
Digital Devices

                  A multitouch table for profiling
                  and product selection.
                  !   It supports the interactive
                      process between advisor and
                      client.
Digital Devices

                  A digital wall to permanently
                  provide overview:
                  ! Timeline
                  ! Agenda
                  ! Structure
                  ! Organization
Question 3

                   An interface that advances

WHAT’S A NATURAL   !   comprehension
                   ! inspiration

INTERFACE?
Circle as main navigation element.
Circle becomes a multifunctional biomorph interface element
The Agenda shows up on the video wall
The Agenda shows up on the video wall
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Profiling: Step „Life Situation“
Model 2



NETWORKED
FINANCIAL
ADVISORY
!   I am social.
!   I‘m used to information and
   interaction online.
                                  MY ALGORITHM HAS
                                  SOME FINANCIAL
                                  ADVISORS
Advice is collaboration.

                           !   I can learn about investing
A COMMUNITY OF             !   I manage my plan
                           !   I get input from family, friends
                              and financial professionals.
FINANCIAL ADVICE
Advice is collaboration
                          Investment
                                                    Goals and
                           decisions
                                                     finances
    Financial
    advisors                                                           Spouse


                            Tax advice

                                                     College
                                                     savings
        Accountant                        Estate
                                         planning



                                                                Children

                     Attorney
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with
                                                           a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan
 Pete’s career                                             with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can
 Pete’s retirement
                                                           you have a look?

 Pete’s 401(k)




                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with
                                                           a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan
 Pete’s career                                             with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can
 Pete’s retirement
                                                           you have a look?
                                                           Jim Smith [Brother]: You’re doing the right thing
 Pete’s 401(k)                                             by starting to save now. Make sure you find out
                                                           about the other investment options in your plan,
                                                           though. Right now, your contributions are going
 Robbie’s college
                                                           into a money fund. Also, you should think about
                                                           saving for Robbie’s college education, too.




                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with
                                                           a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan
 Pete’s career                                             with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can
 Pete’s retirement
                                                           you have a look?
                                                           Jim Smith [Brother]: You’re doing the right thing
 Pete’s 401(k)                                             by starting to save now. Make sure you find out
                                                           about the other investment options in your plan,
                                                           though. Right now, your contributions are going
 Robbie’s college
                                                           into a money fund. You should think about 529s
                                                           for Robbie’s college education, too.
                                                           Pete Smith: Where can I find out about that?
                                                           Jim Smith [Brother]: My broker,
                                                           @George.Jones, set up the accounts for my
                                                           kids. Friend him and he can tell you how it works.
                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you
                                                           might be able to help me with investments for my
 Pete’s career                                             son Robbie’s college.
 Pete’s retirement



 Pete’s 401(k)




 Robbie’s college




                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you
                                                           might be able to help me with investments for my
 Pete’s career                                             son Robbie’s college.
 Pete’s retirement                                         George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You
                                                           should consider your state’s 529 plan so your
 Pete’s 401(k)                                             contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving
                                                           $200 each month, and you can increase it with
                                                           your raise next year.
 Robbie’s college



 Robbie’s 529




                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you
                                                           might be able to help me with investments for my
 Pete’s career                                             son Robbie’s college.
 Pete’s retirement                                         George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You
                                                           should consider your state’s 529 plan so your
 Pete’s 401(k)                                             contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving
                                                           $200 each month, and you can increase it with
                                                           your raise next year.
 Robbie’s college

                                                           George Jones [Advisor]: Since your son will be
 Robbie’s 529                                              entering college in 16 years, I recommend a
                                                           growth-oriented approach, with a fixed income
                                                           fund for balance.


                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
Advice is collaboration

                                                           Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you
                                                           might be able to help me with investments for my
 Pete’s career                                             son Robbie’s college.
 Pete’s retirement                                         George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You
                                                           should consider your state’s 529 plan so your
 Pete’s 401(k)                                             contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving
                                                           $200 each month, and you can increase it with
                                                           your raise next year.
 Robbie’s college

                                                           George Jones [Advisor]: Since your son will be
 Robbie’s 529                                              entering college in 16 years, I recommend a
                                                           growth-oriented approach, with a fixed income
                                                           fund for balance.

                                                           Pete Smith: That looks great. How do I get
                 2012   2022   2032   2042   2052   2062
                                                           started?

                                                           George Jones [Advisor]: You can open an
                                                           account online at http://www.myState529Plan.org.!
Engagement is value for the advisor.

                                       !   I know right away when my
SOCIAL FINANCE                             client’s plans change.
                                       !   I see their whole financial
                                           picture.
OPTIMIZES ADVICE                       !   I have many more
                                           opportunities to bring value to
                                           the relationship.
Model 3



THE
ALGOVISOR
!   I am mobile and social.
!   I accept my data being
    collected and used if it serves
                                      MY FINANCIAL
    me.
!   I have no time or motivation to
    become an expert in investing.
                                      ADVISOR IS AN
                                      ALGORITHM
Choices, choices, choices…




See what people are tweeting #SXSW?   Find the best IRA and plan my retirement?
By being ubiquitous yet

SO HOW CAN AN    unobtrusive.



ALGORITHM HELP
ME?
Advice is based on data.

                           !   I don’t want to learn about
AN AUTOMATIC                   investing.
                           !   I don’t have time to manage
                               my plan.
FINANCIAL ADVISOR          !   I trust the Algovisor that knows
                               more about me than any
                               financial advisor ever would.
“Because investing is very individual and personal”

The advisor needs to know my
life, my goals, my finances.
                                 SO MANY
                                 ALGORITHMS
                                 ALREADY DO
They know more than I would tell my financial advisor.
The all seeing Algovisor
The Algovisor uses MY interface



                             Sylke, you cancelled           Great. I sent them to the
                             your trip to Australia. I      Algovisor App, along with
                             am going to move the           some details about the
                             funds we set aside for         individual funds.
                             that into your xyz
                             account. Okay?

                                                 Yes
                         OK

                             I will allocate the funds
                             according to our current
                             portfolio model. Do you
                             want to review the trades
                             I am proposing before I
                             buy?

                                                    Sure
Thank you for coming


#SXALGOVISOR

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My Financial Advisor is an Algorithm

My Financial Advisor is an Algorithm

  • 1.
    MY FINANCIAL ADVISORIS AN ALGORITHM
  • 2.
    What we aregoing to talk about Three different models for financial advisory !   My financial advisor has an algorithm !   My algorithm has some financial advisors !   My financial advisor is an algorithm
  • 3.
    Where it's at:Clients LESS TRUST, MORE AUTONOMY
  • 4.
    Guilty by association It's the stupid economy http://flic.kr/p/bhuqvr
  • 5.
    Whom do youtrust in financial matters? Source: Million Dollar Round Table, Financial Harmony Study 2011
  • 6.
    Whom do theytrust in financial matters? Source: Million Dollar Round Table, Financial Harmony Study 2011
  • 7.
    Democratization of Information Webecame our own travel agents, insurance brokers, now we are learning to use our cell WHY DO WE STILL phones to triage our own bodies. NEED FINANCIAL ADVISORS?
  • 8.
    The process offinancial advisory
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    Finances are seriousand complex. A solid financial plan is not a BECAUSE IT'S matter of drag and drop. COMPLICATED
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    Model 1 PERSONAL ADVISORYON INTERFACE STEROIDS
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    Model 1 !  I am digital. !   I tend to procrastinate financial planning. MY FINANCIAL ADVISOR IS HAS AN ALGORITHM
  • 12.
    Our Research Project It’s digitally enhanced. A ROOM FOR And face to face. BETTER FINANCIAL ADVISORY
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    Question 1 A room that supports attitudes WHAT MAKES AN like !   confidence !   privacy ATTRACTIVE ROOM? !   curiosity
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    Architecture & Interior KONZEPTIDEENÜBERSICHT Konzept_01_Idee Inselprinzip Konzept_01_Idee Konus Drehtür Konzept Sphäre_rund_Eingang 1 Konzept Rundsphäre_Wall Konzept_01_Ideename Konzept_01_Idee Deckel Konzept_01_Idee Sauna Konzept_01_Idee Schachtel Konzept_01_Idee Holzlamelle/ Textil- Glas KABINE (geschlossener Raum) Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_klein Konzept Raummöbel_integrativ Konzept_Glocke_Ring_klein Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ Konzept Raummöbel_integrativ Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_integrativ Konzept_Glocke_Ring Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_klein Konzept Raummöbel_Gestell Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_groß Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_Module Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen Konzept Raummöbel_Rahmen_Varianten RAHMEN (Bauklotzsystem fest) Konzept_Raummöbel_Thron/ Halbei Konzept_01_Idee Wohnsessel Konzept_01_Idee Faltmöbel Konzept_01_Idee Steckplatte Konzept Sphäre_rund_Modul Konzept_Sphäre_Facetten Konzept_01_Idee Babybel Sessel Konzept_01_Idee Wandmöbel 02 Konzept_01_Wandmöbel 01 Konzept Raummöbel_faltbar_groß Konzept Raummöbel_faltbar_klein Konzept_Raummöbel_Faltung Konzept_Raummöbel_Rahmen_Textil Konzept_01_Idee strechbare Wand Konzept_Raummöbel_Rahmen_Textil EINZELTEILE (System frei) Konzept_01_Idee Lampe 02 Konzept Sphäre_schwebend Konzept Sphäre_rund_schwebend Konzept Sphäre_eckig_Holz Konzept Sphäre_rund_schwebend BAND Konzept_Raummöbel_umwickelt Konzept_Trolley Konzept_01_Idee Traverse Konzept_Trolley_Auffalten Konzept_Raummöbel_Scheibe Konzept_Markise Konzept_01_xxx Konzept_01_xxx Konzept_gefalteter Tisch Konzept_Drehmarkise Konzept_Picknickbank Konzept_falbarer Monitor MÖBEL (freistehend) Konzept_01_Idee Lampe 01 Konzept Sphäre_rund_Glocke DECKEL WE CLASSIFIED Konzept_01_Idee Kürbis Konzept_01_Idee Perle BLASE Konzept Sphäre_rund_Innenring RAUM IN RAUM FÄCHER KONFERENZ Konzept_Gürteltier Konzept_Konferenzraum ROOM SCENARIOS Konzept_01_Idee Dach Konzept_01_Idee U-Profil DACH
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    Architecture & Interior:Concept “Bracket“
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    Architecture & Interior:Concept “Bracket“
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    Architecture & Interior:Concept “Bracket“
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    Architecture & Interior:Concept “Bracket“
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    Architecture & Interior:Concept “Bracket“
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    Question 2 Devices that support the process WHAT KIND OF of financial advisory face to face. DIGITAL DEVICES?
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    Digital Devices A multitouch table for profiling and product selection. !   It supports the interactive process between advisor and client.
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    Digital Devices A digital wall to permanently provide overview: ! Timeline ! Agenda ! Structure ! Organization
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    Question 3 An interface that advances WHAT’S A NATURAL !   comprehension ! inspiration INTERFACE?
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    Circle as mainnavigation element.
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    Circle becomes amultifunctional biomorph interface element
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    The Agenda showsup on the video wall
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    The Agenda showsup on the video wall
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    !   Iam social. !   I‘m used to information and interaction online. MY ALGORITHM HAS SOME FINANCIAL ADVISORS
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    Advice is collaboration. !   I can learn about investing A COMMUNITY OF !   I manage my plan !   I get input from family, friends and financial professionals. FINANCIAL ADVICE
  • 49.
    Advice is collaboration Investment Goals and decisions finances Financial advisors Spouse Tax advice College savings Accountant Estate planning Children Attorney
  • 50.
    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan Pete’s career with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can Pete’s retirement you have a look? Pete’s 401(k) 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
  • 51.
    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan Pete’s career with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can Pete’s retirement you have a look? Jim Smith [Brother]: You’re doing the right thing Pete’s 401(k) by starting to save now. Make sure you find out about the other investment options in your plan, though. Right now, your contributions are going Robbie’s college into a money fund. Also, you should think about saving for Robbie’s college education, too. 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
  • 52.
    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Jim, I’ve just taken my first job with a 401(k) plan. I’ve shared my retirement plan Pete’s career with you. I know you understand this stuff. Can Pete’s retirement you have a look? Jim Smith [Brother]: You’re doing the right thing Pete’s 401(k) by starting to save now. Make sure you find out about the other investment options in your plan, though. Right now, your contributions are going Robbie’s college into a money fund. You should think about 529s for Robbie’s college education, too. Pete Smith: Where can I find out about that? Jim Smith [Brother]: My broker, @George.Jones, set up the accounts for my kids. Friend him and he can tell you how it works. 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
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    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you might be able to help me with investments for my Pete’s career son Robbie’s college. Pete’s retirement Pete’s 401(k) Robbie’s college 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
  • 54.
    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you might be able to help me with investments for my Pete’s career son Robbie’s college. Pete’s retirement George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You should consider your state’s 529 plan so your Pete’s 401(k) contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving $200 each month, and you can increase it with your raise next year. Robbie’s college Robbie’s 529 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
  • 55.
    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you might be able to help me with investments for my Pete’s career son Robbie’s college. Pete’s retirement George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You should consider your state’s 529 plan so your Pete’s 401(k) contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving $200 each month, and you can increase it with your raise next year. Robbie’s college George Jones [Advisor]: Since your son will be Robbie’s 529 entering college in 16 years, I recommend a growth-oriented approach, with a fixed income fund for balance. 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062
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    Advice is collaboration Pete Smith: Hi, George. My brother Jim said you might be able to help me with investments for my Pete’s career son Robbie’s college. Pete’s retirement George Jones [Advisor]: Happy to help. You should consider your state’s 529 plan so your Pete’s 401(k) contributions will be tax-deductible. Start saving $200 each month, and you can increase it with your raise next year. Robbie’s college George Jones [Advisor]: Since your son will be Robbie’s 529 entering college in 16 years, I recommend a growth-oriented approach, with a fixed income fund for balance. Pete Smith: That looks great. How do I get 2012 2022 2032 2042 2052 2062 started? George Jones [Advisor]: You can open an account online at http://www.myState529Plan.org.!
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    Engagement is valuefor the advisor. !   I know right away when my SOCIAL FINANCE client’s plans change. !   I see their whole financial picture. OPTIMIZES ADVICE !   I have many more opportunities to bring value to the relationship.
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    !   Iam mobile and social. !   I accept my data being collected and used if it serves MY FINANCIAL me. !   I have no time or motivation to become an expert in investing. ADVISOR IS AN ALGORITHM
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    Choices, choices, choices… Seewhat people are tweeting #SXSW? Find the best IRA and plan my retirement?
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    By being ubiquitousyet SO HOW CAN AN unobtrusive. ALGORITHM HELP ME?
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    Advice is basedon data. !   I don’t want to learn about AN AUTOMATIC investing. !   I don’t have time to manage my plan. FINANCIAL ADVISOR !   I trust the Algovisor that knows more about me than any financial advisor ever would.
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    “Because investing isvery individual and personal” The advisor needs to know my life, my goals, my finances. SO MANY ALGORITHMS ALREADY DO
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    They know morethan I would tell my financial advisor.
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    The all seeingAlgovisor
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    The Algovisor usesMY interface Sylke, you cancelled Great. I sent them to the your trip to Australia. I Algovisor App, along with am going to move the some details about the funds we set aside for individual funds. that into your xyz account. Okay? Yes OK I will allocate the funds according to our current portfolio model. Do you want to review the trades I am proposing before I buy? Sure
  • 67.
    Thank you forcoming #SXALGOVISOR !   Download slides www.mediaman.net/algovisor !   Contact Sylke.Laine@mediaman.net