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MoneyGuide's Kevin Hughes talks about the future of the firm following its acquisition by Envestnet.

Samuel Steinberger, Senior Technology Editor

November 26, 2019

The wrapping of MoneyGuide may have changed a lot over the past year, but the principles behind the financial planning software are still the same, said Kevin Hughes, chief growth officer at Envestnet | MoneyGuide in an exclusive interview with WealthManagement.com.

Hughes discussed the implications for product distribution as MoneyGuide more closely integrates with Envestnet Insurance Exchange. He also touched on the role of automation in financial services, with a message of reassurance. Advisors wondering what Envestnet’s purchase of the once-independent provider means for the future of the software should expect business as usual, he concluded.

About the Author

Samuel Steinberger

Samuel Steinberger

Senior Technology Editor, WealthManagement.com

Samuel Steinberger is Senior Technology Editor for Informa Connect’s WealthManagement.com. In his role, Mr. Steinberger provides the publication’s wealth and financial technology coverage.

Mr. Steinberger’s editorial insight and familiarity with technology accelerates Informa’s growth within the financial advisor and wealth management communities, providing in-depth news for advisors and financial professionals.

Before joining Informa Connect, Mr. Steinberger produced documentaries with former CNN anchor Soledad O’Brien at Soledad O’Brien Productions (formerly Starfish Media Group). He specialized in research, shooting and editing, as well as finding distinct voices to explain topics like mental health, poverty and racial divide.

Prior to joining Soledad O’Brien Productions, Mr. Steinberger managed multi-departmental technology projects for global legal technology leader Transperfect Legal Solutions. After obtaining his graduate degree in journalism from Columbia University, he completed his transition from technology management to media.

Mr. Steinberger is an award-winning journalist, author and researcher who has written, edited and reported for a number of publications, including The New York Times, Financial Planning, American Banker and PBS. He is founder of beverages publication Give Me Weird Drinks.

Mr. Steinberger’s technology analysis and insight has been featured in several books on virtual and augmented reality. Mr. Steinberger has received awards and recognition for his reporting and research, including the American Business Media's prestigious Jesse H. Neal Award for editorial excellence.

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