Wealth of Ideas

Wealth of Ideas showcases articles by Destiny Family Office Founder and CEO Thomas Ruggie, ChFC®, CFP® featured in industry-leading publications such as Kiplinger, Crain Currency, and on Forbes.com. Tom’s writings explore topics relevant to ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families including estate and legacy planning, private investments, and the thoughtful integration of passion assets such as fine art, rare collectibles, and memorabilia into a family’s long-term legacy and wealth strategy.

Tom’s insights are grounded in decades of experience as an entrepreneur, wealth and investment advisor and avid collector. These articles are designed to share perspectives, raise important considerations, and help families think more holistically about the structure and stewardship of significant wealth.

Investing in AI: Public vs private investments

Investing in AI: Public vs private investments

By Tom Ruggie,
Published on InvestmentNews.com,
September 11, 2025

Redefining Alternative Investing: How Thomas Ruggie Is Shaping the Future of Wealth Management

Thomas Ruggie Named 2025 Advisor of the Year in Alternative Investments. InvestmentNews Award Recognizes Exceptionalism in Wealth and Investment Management.

Investing In The Age Of AI: Lessons From The Dot-Com Era

By Tom Ruggie,
Published on Forbes.com,
April 25, 2025

The Most Newsworthy Developments Impacting Collectors

by Tom Ruggie,
Published in Crain Currency
Febuary 12, 2025

Founding Fortunes: The Power of Partnering with Entrepreneurial Advisors

By Tom Ruggie,
Published on Forbes.com,
October 23, 2024

REA Auctions Collectibles and Investing: Q&A

with Thomas Ruggie, ChFC®, CFP®,
Oct. 23, 2024

A Private Equity Fund Bought Your Accounting Firm: Now What?

By Thomas Ruggie,
Published in Kiplinger,
Sept. 3, 2024

Are Hedge Funds Worth the Risk Today?

By Tom Ruggie,
Published in Kiplinger,
Aug. 14, 2024