By Mike Burke on December 22, 2025December 22, 2025 🎙️ Episode 22 of Advisor Edge: The GVA Way is live! In Episode 22 of our podcast “Advisor Edge: The GVA Way,” James J. Spinelli, ChFC, sits down with Hannah Ellis from Jump AI to discuss how their partnership is redefining advisor efficiency through artificial intelligence. Together, they break down how tools like Jump help advisors scale their practices, strengthen client trust, and elevate overall practice management in an increasingly tech-driven landscape. Key Takeaways AI-powered efficiency and compliance: Jump reduces administrative burden with integrated prep, automated note-taking, and structured follow-ups-improving accuracy, documentation, and compliance oversight. Enhanced client relationships and growth: By capturing key personal details and meeting signals, Jump helps advisors deepen client engagement and drive substantial increases in net new assets. Evolving capabilities for scaling practices: Emerging features such as expanded integrations, insights, and workflow automation aim to help advisors grow and scale while keeping the human advisor at the center of the process. Welcome to Advisor Edge: The GVA Way, a podcast series created for financial advisors navigating the complexities of transitioning from a traditional firm or considering branching out independently for the first time. We are attuned to the anxieties and hesitation that accompany transitioning to independence. This podcast will deliver clarity and expertise by answering common questions and guiding you through the services and support GVA provides during the transition process. From establishing your brand to building a client base and managing compliance, we’ll provide the insights and resources you need to thrive in your new venture. Securities offered through LPL Financial, member FINRA/SIPC. Investment Advice offered through Great Valley Advisor Group, a Registered Investment Advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial. Investment Advice offered through Great Valley Advisor Group, a Registered Investment Advisor and separate entity from LPL Financial. The opinions voiced in this podcast are for general information only and are not intended to provide specific advice or recommendations for any individual. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional before making a decision. Mike Burke Manager, Advisor Websites & Marketing After graduating from Penn State University with a B.A. in English, Mike began his career in B2B technology sales, learning how to close deals and, most importantly, developing thick skin. He then took on an operations and management role at a marketing firm, where he recognized a gap in the company’s capabilities and taught himself to design, code, and build websites while handling the day-to-day company operations and managing client relationships. Discovering his passion for design and technology and building up a web design and UX work portfolio, Mike spent the next six years at Comcast, fulfilling various roles on the digital and e-commerce teams, from UX designer to front-end developer to his final role as a Senior Art Director. After transitioning into management consulting, he was on the road for three years, working with enterprise-level companies such as Microsoft, Aon, and Vanguard and expanding his skill set from digital and web to organizational strategy and management. See Full Bio