--- title: Dave Fechtman Published in Aspire Magazine description: Velocity CEO Dave Fechtman is published in Aspire Magazine with strategies for better referrals and strategic alliances for independent brokers. image: https://coaching.velocityadvisorygroup.com/hubfs/blog-featured-images/Strategies-For-Smarter-Growth.jpg --- [![Velocity Advisory Group](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Velocity-Logo-2023-Wide-1.png)](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/) ☰ Menu - About - [Meet Our Team](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/about/) - [Meet Our Coaches](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/coaches/) - [Careers](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/careers/) - [Speaking Engagements](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/velocity-speakers/) - Solutions - [Culture & Engagement](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/culture-engagement/) - [DISC Assessments & Training](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/disc-assessments-training/) - [Employee Experience](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/employee-experience/) - [Executive Coaching](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/executive-coaching/) - [Family Business](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/family-business/) - [Leadership Development](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/leadership-development/) - [Sales Training](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/5cs-of-selling/) - [Strategy & Implementation](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/strategy-implementation/) - Resources - [Activating Greatness Podcast](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/podcast/) - [Blog](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/blog/) - [Case Studies](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/case-studies/) - [News and Announcements](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/news-and-events/) - [OrderDisc](https://orderdisc.com/) - [Upcoming Events](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/upcoming-events/) - Industries - [Construction](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/construction/) - [Financial Services](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/financial-services/) - [Life Sciences](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/lifesciences/) - [Contact](https://www.velocityadvisorygroup.com/contact/) Insights & NewsNews August 21, 2025 # Strategies for Smarter Growth: Dave Fechtman Published in Aspire Magazine Velocity Advisory Group CEO and Co-founder, Dave Fechtman, was recently featured in the July/August issue of *Aspire Magazine*. In his article, *Strategies for Better Referrals and Strategic Alliances*, Dave outlines how independent brokers can strengthen their growth strategies by focusing on relationships, not just reach. He highlights three key ways leaders can build meaningful connections that drive long-term success: - **Maximize your networking ROI** by focusing on quality over quantity. - **Make yourself referable** by clearly articulating your value proposition. - **Team up without giving up your independence** through strategic partnerships and collaboration. As Dave notes: “Your ability to create genuine value through relationships is what will set you apart in the months ahead.” Read the full feature in *[Aspire Magazine](https://digital.aspiremagazine.us/aspiremag/library/page/july___august_2025/58/)*. 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