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Built on Trust: How Luke Staub Spent His First Year Growing Independently at Victory Financial
When Luke Staub thinks back on his first twelve months at Victory Financial Group, he doesn't hide what those early weeks felt like. "In those first few weeks, your whole world's turned upside down," Luke shared. "But if that's the pain and the uncomfortable part I had to go through to get to here, I'd do it ten times over." The year that followed proved him right. Luke has grown his team, moved into a new office space, and built a practice that now serves hundreds of househo

Victory Financial
May 285 min read


How Ryan Wells Built Capitalwise, and Found the Right Infrastructure to Keep Growing
How Ryan Wells built Capitalwise into a growing advisory firm and partnered with Victory Financial to support scaling, team expansion, and long-term success.

Victory Financial
Apr 303 min read


From Corporate Structure to True Ownership: Cody Stansell’s Path to Independence
Discover how advisor Cody Stansell transitioned from a corporate RIA to independence at Victory Financial, gaining ownership, clarity, and long-term control over his practice.

Victory Financial
Jan 123 min read


Built to Serve: How Independence Helped Chris Kilmer Create a More Human and Holistic Planning Experience
Discover how advisor Chris Kilmer used independence at Victory Financial to build a transparent, high-touch planning practice focused on real freedom and client care.

Victory Financial
Jan 74 min read


Going Together, Growing Further: Jeremy Tung’s First Year on the Victory Financial Platform
One year into independence, Jeremy reflects on the move that transformed his planning, strengthened client relationships, and opened the door to the growth he always knew was possible.

Victory Financial
Dec 10, 20253 min read


Owning the Journey: How Andrew Cremé Built a Turnkey Independent Practice
Discover how advisor Andrew Cremé transformed his practice through independence at Victory Financial, gaining ownership, flexibility, and a turnkey planning model.

Victory Financial
Dec 3, 20254 min read


A Turning Point in Independence: How Benedict Lee Elevated His Practice at Victory Financial
This advisor success story highlights how Benedict Lee transformed his practice through independence at Victory Financial, achieving greater growth, flexibility, and client-focused planning in his first year.

Victory Financial
Nov 20, 20253 min read


Advising With Flexibility: How an Independent Financial Advisor Built a Global Practice
Advisor Anita Niefeld shares how independence at Victory Financial enabled her to successfully operate abroad for a period of time while continuing to serve U.S. clients.

Victory Financial
Nov 17, 20253 min read


From Broker-Dealer to Independence: Ken Shotsberger’s First Year
What shifts when an advisor makes the move to independence? Ken Shotsberger reflects on his first year at Victory Financial - highlighting lessons on transition planning, finding efficiency with Victory Financial’s platform, and the mindset of true business ownership.
Ken learned that independence means more flexibility, clearer client experiences, and the ability to design a practice around what matters most.

Victory Financial
Sep 23, 20252 min read
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