Renewed Commitment to Professional Growth in 2026

Dear RIA Operators Community,

As we close out 2025, I want to share a renewed commitment to my professional development and to this community.

I'll be honest – in the past, I've been that member who scans topics and occasionally drops into webinars when time permits. While I've gained value from these brief interactions, I recognize I haven't fully invested in the learning opportunities available here.

That changes in 2026.

As the founder of Grove Financial Group, a service-disabled veteran-owned firm serving families across the Gulf Coast since 1997, I'm committed to becoming a more effective adviser for my clients. My primary focus will be understanding how successful advisers are marketing to both new prospects and existing clients – what's working, what's evolved, and what strategies are driving real results in today's environment.

I'm particularly interested in learning:

- Effective client acquisition strategies that align with educational, value-first approaches

- Best practices for deepening relationships with existing clients

- Marketing systems and automation that enhance rather than replace the personal touch

- How other advisers are positioning themselves in an increasingly competitive landscape

I look forward to actively participating in discussions, attending webinars with intention, and contributing what I've learned from nearly three decades in financial planning.

To each of you – Merry Christmas and here's to a prosperous 2026. I'm grateful for this community and the collective wisdom you all share.

Leon Grove ChFC® RICP®

Grove Financial Group Inc.

Mobile, Alabama

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