Who We Are

reframeRIA is a specialized consulting practice driven to transform emerging Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) firms into scalable, technology-enabled businesses.

We combine deep industry expertise with proven implementation methodologies to help RIAs optimize operations, enhance client experiences, and accelerate sustainable growth.

Why We Exist

The RIA industry manages over $130 trillion in assets globally, with continued growth driven by the shift from traditional broker-dealer models to fee-based advisory services. However, many smaller RIAs face significant challenges in scaling operations, integrating disparate technology systems, and maintaining a competitive advantage in an increasingly crowded marketplace.

Value To You

  • Streamlined Organization: create visibility across the firm and eliminate inefficient processes freeing up time for the team

  • Happy Clients: effective onboarding, proactive communication, and intuitive education

  • Business Growth: refining your target market, automating tasks, and using data driven decisions to optimize business operations

What We Do

By combining ideation workshops, technology solution implementation, and collaboration opportunities, we are a trusted growth partner to RIAs navigating an increasingly competitive and regulated environment.

RIA Pain Points

  • Resource Constraints: Limited budgets for comprehensive technology solutions and consulting services

  • Operational Inefficiencies: Manual processes and disconnected systems create bottlenecks

  • Technology Gap: Difficulty accessing and integrating enterprise-level solutions

  • Competitive Pressure: Competing against larger, well-resourced RIAs with superior client experiences

  • Regulatory Complexity: Navigating compliance requirements without dedicated internal resources

  • Growth Bottlenecks: Inability to scale operations efficiently as AUM increases

reframeRIA Advantage

  • RIA-Specific Expertise: Unlike generalist consultants, we exclusively serve RIAs and understand the unique regulatory, operational, and competitive challenges of the industry

  • Holistic Approach: Strategy + technology + process improvement + collaboration (not just one area of focus)

  • Boutique Service Model: Personalized attention and dedicated project management typically reserved for enterprise-level engagements, but sized for emerging RIAs

  • Vendor-Neutral Recommendations: We act as a true fiduciary consultant, recommending what’s best for the firm—not just reselling software

Meet the Team

Ryan Dau

Founder & CEO

Veteran I MBA

Air Force Academy graduate and veteran with extensive experience in procurement, program management, and software product development. Career spans leadership roles at the U.S. Air Force, Amazon, and the London government before transitioning to financial services. Most recently, Ryan was a Wealth Management Advisor at two separate firms focusing on tailoring services within niche markets, improving digital offerings, and onboarding clients.

Expertise

✓ Strategic planning and business development

✓ Technology integration and process optimization

✓ User-Centered Design and Agile Methodologies

✓ Financial advisor operations and best practices

Licenses & Certifications

SIE | Series 7 | Series 66 | Life, Accident & Health Insurance