Tashtego Elwyn

President & Chief Executive Officer of Raymond James & Associates Inc Broker/Dealer, Raymond James Financial

Search every verified Tashtego Elwyn interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Tashtego "Tash" Elwyn, President and CEO of Raymond James & Associates, discussed the state of the wealth management industry in an April 2026 podcast interview with AdvisorHub. He described the industry as increasingly "barbelled," with advisors facing a choice between large firms offering scale and capabilities versus firms that may lack specialized resources. Elwyn said some large firms are focused on using technology and AI to standardize and commoditize advice delivery, while Raymond James is investing in AI to automate processes and streamline data, aiming to free advisors to focus on human relationships. He also noted that Raymond James offers capital for advisor growth or succession with a long-term horizon, positioning the firm as a trusted partner for advisors seeking capital without a liquidity event. In earlier appearances, Elwyn has spoken about the profession's evolution. In a 2016 podcast, he discussed the impact of robo-advisors and technology, arguing that automation can improve self-service options while also enhancing the human advice side by allowing advisors to deepen client relationships. In a 2020 interview, he highlighted his community involvement in St. Petersburg, Florida, including roles with the Pinellas Education Foundation, the USF corporate mentor program, and the St. Pete Opera board, and described his personal habits such as rising early and exercising.