About Shannon Westhead
Notes on RIA M&A, and a life built on discipline, growth, and love in everything I do.
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RIA M&A · July 20, 2026
The Discipline Behind Sustainable Deal Sourcing
In a relationship-driven industry, the most sustainable sourcing efforts are built on genuine care paired with discipline: preparation, consistency, and patience.
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RIA M&A
How RIAs Earn Premium Valuations in Today's Market
The RIA M&A market remains one of the most active corners of financial services. Here's what separates firms commanding premium multiples from those falling short.
May 11, 2026 · 6 min read
Career
What Division I Soccer Taught Me About Business That No Classroom Could
Discipline, resilience, and quiet leadership: the lessons from years on the pitch that translate directly to sourcing deals and building a career in wealth management.
February 9, 2026 · 7 min read
Personal
Hi, and welcome to my blog
A short introduction to what I'll be writing about — RIA M&A, wellness, faith, and the habits that keep me grounded through NYC office life.
February 3, 2026 · 5 min read
Personal
Shannon Westhead — Wealth Partners Capital Group
A short bio: Director at Wealth Partners Capital Group, former Division I athlete, and a life built on faith, family, and fitness.
January 7, 2026 · 2 min read
About
"Success, in both athletics and business, belongs to those who show up when no one is watching."
Shannon is a Director at Wealth Partners Capital Group, a former Division I soccer player at Saint Joseph's University, and a New Yorker by way of Mt. Laurel, NJ.
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