Ben Carlson is a multifaceted individual with notable achievements in finance and media. He is currently the Director of Institutional Asset Management at Ritholtz Wealth Management. In this role, he constructs investment plans and manages portfolios for institutions and individuals. Carlson aims to educate investors and alleviate the stress associated with money management. He joined Ritholtz Wealth Management in late 2015 to develop their institutional and family office division.
Carlson is also an author and content creator. He runs the blog "A Wealth of Common Sense" where he simplifies complex financial topics. He co-hosts the "Animal Spirits" podcast with Michael Batnick, which has been recognized by Fortune and Investopedia as a top business and investing podcast. Carlson has written four books on saving, investing, and money. In 2017, Investment News recognized him as one of the top financial advisors under 40. A recent discussion featuring Ben Carlson emphasizes the importance of Roth accounts in retirement planning.