What’s Going on at GDS – September 2025

September was a month of recognition, fresh insights, and community engagement for GDS Wealth Management. From national awards and media features to new blogs, podcasts, and even a special webinar designed to strengthen personal relationships, here’s a look at what made this month special. 

GDS Named to the 2025 SMU Cox Dallas 100™ 

We are proud to announce that GDS Wealth Management has been named to the 2025 SMU Cox Dallas 100™ Entrepreneur Awards, which celebrates the region’s most innovative and fastest-growing privately held companies. 

Now in its 35th year, the Dallas 100™ highlights the entrepreneurial businesses powering North Texas’s economy, from diverse industries that represent the heartbeat of growth in our region. 

This marks the first time GDS Wealth Management has earned this recognition, underscoring the firm’s strong momentum as we expand services for families and business owners across the Dallas–Fort Worth area and beyond. 

GDS in the News: Glen Smith Quoted in Bloomberg 

Our CEO & CIO, Glen Smith, was recently quoted in Bloomberg, offering perspective on today’s financial environment and what lies ahead for markets. We’re honored to see Glen’s insights featured in a global financial publication. 

Community Spotlight: Investing in Education and Changing Lives 

At GDS Wealth Management, we believe that true success means investing not only in financial futures, but in the lives of people around us. This month, we were proud to:

• Sponsor Liberty Christian School – Supporting student success and investing in future generations. Our partnership reflects our commitment to education and the development of young leaders. 
  
  
• Sponsor Christian Community Action’s (CCA) Hopeful Hearts 5K Stampede – Helping support the families CCA serves each day and contributing to meaningful   community initiatives.

Looking ahead, we’re excited to host our Second Annual Christmas Photo Experience, offering clients and their families a chance to capture holiday memories with us. 

GDS Unplugged: Two New Podcast Episodes 

In September, we added two new episodes to our GDS Unplugged podcast:

• “Adviser Theft: More Common Than You Think” – Exploring the risks investors may face and how to safeguard your wealth.
  
  
• “What Your 401(k) Really Costs” – A deep dive into hidden retirement fees and their long-term impact.You can listen on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube, or directly on our site. 

Hot Off the Press: New Blogs to Explore 

We continue to publish resources to support your financial decision-making: 

• Tax Strategies for Estate and Legacy Planning – Explore tax strategies that may help preserve wealth, reduce potential burdens, and support legacy wishes. 

• Why You Need to Do a Background Check on Any Financial Adviser – Learn why verifying an adviser’s credentials and track record is an important step in protecting your financial future. 

• Understanding IRAs: Traditional and Roth – A clear breakdown of the differences between Traditional and Roth IRAs, and considerations for how each can fit into your retirement plan. 

Visit our blog library for these articles and more. If there’s a topic you’d like us to cover next, email us at gds@gdswealth.com. We’d love to hear from you. 

Special Webinar with Dr. Gary Chapman 

This month, Glen Smith hosted a webinar with Dr. Gary Chapman, author of The 5 Love Languages — a book that has sold more than 20 million copies worldwide and has been translated into numerous languages. 

Dr. Chapman shared his principles for building stronger, healthier relationships with the people closest to us. If you missed the live event, the recording is now available on our YouTube channel. We hope this session provides lasting value and encourages deeper connections in your personal and family life.

Closing Thoughts 

September was a month of both professional recognition and community impact. From the Dallas 100™ award to our sponsorships, educational content, and relationship focused webinar, we’re reminded that wealth management also involves supporting values and connections that matter most.  

As we move into the fall season, our goal is to support clients in pursuing their financial goals while also fostering the connections and values that matter most. Thank you for walking this journey with us, we look forward to sharing more milestones, insights, and opportunities with you in the months ahead. 

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