Aaron is the Co-Founder and CEO of Amplify Technology.
Under his leadership, Amplify has gained repeated industry recognition* and is emerging as a leader in the wealth management technology platform space. Aaron is passionate about delivering streamlined solutions to the advisory enterprise which improve efficiency and scale, allowing wealth advisors to focus on what they do best, meeting and exceeding client expectations.
Prior to founding Amplify, Aaron was a financial advisor and portfolio manager for a multifamily office. He began his career as an oil trader for Tosco, now part of ConocoPhillips. Aaron is a graduate of New Mexico State University, where he played NCAA collegiate basketball for the Aggies.
He obtained the designation of Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®), administered by Investments & Wealth Institute® and taught in conjunction with the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania. Aaron is also Founder and CEO of RIA, Ashton Thomas Private Wealth, which serves foundations, business entities and affluent individuals and families through fee-based financial planning and investment portfolio management, retirement plan consulting and related financial education programs.
Aaron and Heidi Brodt and their two sons reside in Scottsdale, Arizona. He enjoys coaching his boys in basketball, spending time with family, and giving back to the community.
* References:
WealthManagement.com 2023 Industry Awards Finalists/Honorees
ALM/ThinkAdvisor LUMINARIES Class of 2023
WealthManagement.com 2022 Industry Awards Finalists/Honorees