# John Rickman John is a writer and editor with more than 20 years of experience creating engaging content for diverse industry audiences. In previous roles at Bixal and Booz Allen Hamilton, he consulted with federal agencies on plain language and web writing. In his free time, John likes to promote and attend live music concerts in his hometown of Richmond, VA. John holds a bachelor’s degree in Religion from American University. 4 min read #### [UPREITs: Why Sponsors And Advisors Are Taking A Closer Look](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/upreits-why-sponsors-and-advisors-are-taking-a-closer-look) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Jun 2, 2023 10:58:49 AM As rising interest rates spur swings in property prices, banks tighten up on lending, and real estate investments face fundraising headwinds... #### [How Firms Can Keep on Track with Reg BI](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/how-firms-can-keep-on-track-with-reg-bi) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Apr 5, 2023 11:00:00 AM The broker-dealer standard of conduct has swiftly evolved in recent years, with regulators moving beyond mere “suitability” obligations in favor of a... #### [Episode 3 - The Co-Founder: Part 3](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/episode-3-the-co-founder-part-3) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Mar 31, 2023 9:30:00 AM We’re excited to share another episode of Forge in Focus, our podcast series spotlighting the people of WealthForge. In Part Three of Episode 3, “The... #### [Episode 3 - The Co-Founder: Part 2](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/episode-3-the-co-founder-part-2) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Mar 23, 2023 1:00:00 PM We’re pleased to share another episode of Forge in Focus, our podcast series spotlighting the people of WealthForge. In Part Two of Episode 3, “The... #### [Episode 3 - The Co-Founder: Part 1](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/episode-3-the-co-founder-part-1) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Mar 16, 2023 12:15:00 PM Each episode of the WealthForge podcast Forge in Focus is designed to help you learn more about the members of our team, and for Episode 3 we shine... #### [BYOD: Why In-House Distribution Benefits Sponsors](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/why-in-house-distribution-benefits-sponsors) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Feb 24, 2023 10:00:00 AM As a leading managing broker-dealer in the alternative investment space, WealthForge is often asked by prospective sponsor clients if our... #### [Forging Digital Efficiencies with Phoenix American](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/forging-digital-efficiencies-with-phoenix-american) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Feb 9, 2023 12:45:00 PM Since its beginnings in mid-2021, the partnership between WealthForge and alternatives transfer agent/fund administrator Phoenix American has greatly... #### [Episode 2 - Fintech FinOps: Part 3](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/episode-2-fintech-finops-part-3) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Feb 7, 2023 10:15:00 AM We’re excited to share another episode of Forge in Focus, our podcast series spotlighting the people of WealthForge. In Part Three of Episode 2,... #### [Reimagining MBD Services](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/reimagining-managing-broker-dealer-services) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Feb 2, 2023 10:30:00 AM WealthForge has reimagined the managing broker-dealer and back-office provider role as a value-added resource instead of just a compliance... #### [Episode 2 - Fintech FinOps: Part 2](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/episode-2-fintech-finops-part-2) [John Rickman](https://www.wealthforge.com/wealthforge-insights/author/john-rickman): Jan 31, 2023 11:45:00 AM We’re pleased to share another episode of Forge in Focus, our podcast series spotlighting the people of WealthForge. In Part Two of Episode 2,...