Blake Bjordahl
Compliance Technology Expert & RIA Consultant
Blake specializes in helping RIAs implement cost-effective compliance solutions. With extensive experience in regulatory technology, he focuses on making compliance simple and automated for investment advisory firms.
Building an RIA from the Ground Up: How RegTech Sets Firms Up for Success
RIA focused compliance solutions allow firms to launch faster and with fewer errors, automate critical compliance workflows, reduce manual work, and stay organized and exam-ready from day one.
How RIAs Are Leveraging Technology To Amplify Growth Amid Regulatory Changes
A simplified outline of technology solutions, and practical workflows that empower RIAs to transform compliance from a cost center into a growth enabler.
Form ADV Submission Made Easy: How CCOs Are Simplifying Their ADV Filing Process
A case study and step-by-step guide of how we have seen CCOs turn their ADV filing from a week long process to one that can be done in just minutes
Quarterly Compliance: 2026 Filing Roadmap for RIAs
We break down the 2026 compliance calendar by quarter and give insight into important deadlines, the most common hurdles and some effective practices to make your life easier.
RIA Year-End Compliance Checklist: Start 2026 On The Right Note
RIA year end compliance checklist for advisers. Continuing Education, year end AUM, ADV, Form PF, 13F, 2026 SEC exam priorities, training, mock audits, and cybersecurity.
2025 Compliance Trends for RIAs: How to Leverage Compliance Software Solutions
As investment markets evolve, so does the need for additional regulatory oversight. While much of the recent focus has been on what is effectively a global investment market with national subsectors, it's important to maintain sight of your core market. As a Registered Investment Advisor (RIA),
The Impact of Cybersecurity on Compliance in 2025: Why RIAs Need to Act Now
Cybercrime is estimated to cost the global economy $10.5 trillion in 2025, an increase of $7 trillion over the last decade! To put this into perspective, if this were measured as an economy, it would be the third largest in the world behind the US and China.
SEC 2025 Examination Priorities, Simplified
The SEC Division of Examinations (EXAMS) states that over the course of fiscal year 2025, they will focus their examinations on the use of artificial intelligence (AI) and emerging technologies, cybersecurity, complex products, outsourcing, private fund advisers, and compliance with new and amended SEC rules.
How To Tackle New FinCEN RIA Requirements
The Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN) has introduced new Anti-Money Laundering (AML) and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (CFT) regulations for Registered Investment Advisers (RIAs). These new rules will take effect on January 1, 2026, bringing significant changes to the compliance landscape for investment advisers.
Avoiding SEC Fines With the Right Technology
The SEC dished out fines to 26 advisory firms for failure to maintain current and accurate records of electronic communications, accumulating $392.75 million and leading firms to enhance their compliance procedures.
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