Roth accounts can play a powerful role in shaping when and how you pay taxes—but the right strategy depends on your income, timing, and long-term goals. With the right approach, they can help create flexibility both before and during retirement. In this episode of the Planning Perspectives Podcast, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy discuss how…
Estate planning is one of the most important but often overlooked steps in protecting your legacy and providing clarity for your loved ones. Without the proper documents in place, such as a will, state law dictates how your assets are distributed and who administers your estate, which may not reflect your intentions. Proactive planning can…
Planning in Focus is your guide to navigating the complexities of wealth management with ease. Saving for college comes with a fixed timeline, which makes early and tax-efficient planning especially important. Strategies such as 529 plans can help support your education savings within your broader financial plan.
Growth in hospitality isn’t just about expansion—it’s about making the right decisions on people, processes, and culture. In this episode of the Planning Perspectives Podcast, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy talk with Sydney Grims of Fearless Restaurants about how the brand has grown while staying true to its roots, supported by strong leadership and thoughtful…
Banking is personal. Money touches nearly every major life moment, from milestones to unexpected challenges, and trusted advisors make financial planning feel more human and connected. In this episode of the Planning Perspectives Podcast, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy speak with Shari Kruzinski, Executive Vice President and Chief Consumer Banking Officer at WSFS Bank, about…
For many homeowners, a mortgage is viewed as a necessary step in buying or refinancing a home. But when approached thoughtfully, it can also play a meaningful role in your broader financial strategy. At WSFS Private Banking, clients may be *eligible for discounted mortgage interest rates by establishing a new wealth management relationship. This opportunity…
Planning in Focus is your guide to navigating the complexities of wealth management with ease. This video explains the role of Special Needs Trusts in planning for the future while preserving benefits and supporting lifelong care.
Estate planning for a loved one with special needs requires thoughtful consideration and specialized tools to ensure long‑term financial protection and continued access to essential state and federal benefits. In the past, families often left assets to another sibling with the understanding they would manage funds on behalf of the family member. Today, there are…
What does it take to think differently—and still win? In this episode, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy sit down with Jay Sugarman, Principal Owner of the Philadelphia Union and Chairman and CEO of Safehold to explore how unconventional thinking has defined his career. Jay reflects on how frequent change early in life built resilience, sharpened…
Planning in Focus is your guide to navigating the complexities of wealth management with ease. In this episode, we explore why it’s never too late to plant the retirement tree—by clarifying your vision for life after work, aligning your income sources to support it, and preparing for risks so your plan can evolve as life changes.
Strong businesses aren’t built on strategy alone—they’re shaped by relationships, trust, and shared experiences. In this episode of the Planning Perspectives Podcast, hosts Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy explore how leadership, family, and business growth intersect—and how leaders can maintain alignment and long‑term vision without losing what matters most. Jamie and Kate are joined by…
Planning in Focus is your guide to navigating the complexities of wealth management with ease. In this episode, we discuss why cohabitation plans are becoming essential for couples who choose to live together without marrying.
Giving is often seen as something reserved for the wealthy, but meaningful philanthropy is more personal and accessible than many people realize. In this episode of the Planning Perspectives Podcast, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy talk with Elizabeth Wagner, Senior Vice President and Director of Endowments, Foundations, and Charitable Giving at Bryn Mawr Trust, about…
What does it take to build a brand that inspires lasting loyalty while navigating decades of growth and rapid change? In this episode, Jamie Hopkins and Kate Duffy sit down with Chris Gheysens, CEO and Chairman of Wawa Inc., to explore the leadership mindset, ownership structure, and long‑term strategy behind one of the nation’s most…
© 2026 Bryn Mawr Trust
© 2026 WSFS Bank. Member FDIC. Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB d/b/a WSFS Bank. Private Banking is a division of WSFS Bank. WSFS Institutional Services is a division of WSFS Bank.
Wilmington Savings Fund Society, FSB d/b/a/ Bryn Mawr Trust. Bryn Mawr Trust is a division of WSFS Bank. The Bryn Mawr Trust Company of Delaware is a subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation. Products and services are provided through WSFS Financial Corporation’s subsidiaries and their affiliates. Trust and investment advisory services are offered through Bryn Mawr Trust. Bryn Mawr Trust is not a registered investment advisor. Investment advisory services are also offered through Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors, LLC (“BMTA”), an SEC registered investment advisor and a subsidiary of WSFS Financial Corporation. BMTA’s registration as an investment advisor does not imply a certain level of skill or training.
Bryn Mawr Trust does not provide legal, tax or accounting advice but those services may be provided by affiliates or subsidiaries of Bryn Mawr Trust.
It remains a client’s responsibility to advise Bryn Mawr Trust (BMT) and Bryn Mawr Trust Advisors (BMTA), in writing, if there are any changes in a client’s personal/financial situation or investment objectives for the purpose of BMT or BMTA reviewing, evaluating, and/or revising its previous recommendations and/or services, or if a client would like to impose, add, or modify any reasonable restrictions to BMT or BMTA services.
All opinions expressed by the Associate(s) on television, radio, internet, or any other medium are merely opinions. You should not treat any opinion expressed as an inducement to make a particular investment or follow a particular strategy. Opinions expressed are based upon information that the Associate(s) considered reliable at the time spoken, but there is no guarantee of completeness or accuracy, and it should not be relied upon as such. The opinions do not represent the opinions of WSFS Financial Corporation or its subsidiaries. The Associate(s) and the listed entities have no duty to update or correct any information that was provided. Past performance is not indicative of future results, and as such, neither the Associate(s) nor any of the above-listed entities guarantee any specific outcome, performance, or profit. Before acting on any information from the Associate(s), consider suitability for your personal financial situation and seek the advice of your own financial professional.
Any third-party trademarks, and products or services related thereto, mentioned are for discussion purposes only. Third-party trademarks mentioned are not commercially related to, or affiliated in any way with, Bryn Mawr Trust products or services. Third-party trademarks mentioned are also not endorsed by Bryn Mawr Trust in any way. Bryn Mawr Trust may have agreements in place with third-party trademark owners that would render this trademark disclaimer not relevant.
INVESTMENTS: NOT A DEPOSIT. NOT FDIC – INSURED. NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY. NOT GUARANTEED BY THE BANK. MAY GO DOWN IN VALUE.
