About SparkPath Consulting
SparkPath Consulting is a strategic technology and project leadership firm specializing in wealth management and RIA firms. We help firms navigate complex technology decisions, optimize CRM strategy, and execute large-scale initiatives—so they can focus on serving clients and growing their business.
The Challenge? Many RIAs have outgrown their technology but aren’t sure where to start. Systems don’t talk to each other. Manual processes eat up time. And upgrading feels overwhelming. SparkPath brings clarity, leadership, and execution—ensuring firms make the right choices and see results.
We guide RIAs through every step of their technology transformation:
- Define the Right Strategy – We assess what’s working, what’s not, and where to focus first.
- Get the Right People Aligned – We bring stakeholders together, ensuring smooth execution and adoption.
- Lead Execution With Confidence – From CRM overhauls to tech stack upgrades, we turn plans into action.
- Simplify the Complex – We make even the most challenging technology transitions feel seamless.
At SparkPath, strategic planning is in our DNA. We bring a fresh perspective, clear direction, and a hands-on approach to help RIAs streamline operations, enhance client experiences, and scale efficiently.
We don’t just advise—we lead. SparkPath is the ambassador of your ideas and the champion of your projects. Through clear communication and centralized goals, we ensure teams are in lockstep, initiatives stay on track, and technology investments actually deliver results.
Yes, complex projects come with challenges—and with the right leadership, technology can become a powerful asset instead of a roadblock.
Meet the Team
Erica Smigielski, Founder & Strategic Leader
As the founder of SparkPath, Erica Smigielski is a certified program manager and strategic leader specializing in RIA technology transformation. A master at getting things done, she works with busy executives to streamline complex initiatives, optimize technology, and drive impactful change—so they can focus on what they do best. Interested in learning more about Erica?
Dave Smigielski, CRM & Technology Strategist
With over 25 years in financial services and wealth management, Dave Smigielski specializes in CRM strategy and digital transformation for RIAs. A former Principal at Boston Consulting Group (BCG) Platinion, Dave has led CRM optimization, portfolio management system implementations, and large-scale technology initiatives. He helps firms ensure their CRM and tech stack work seamlessly, improving efficiency, client experience, and business growth. Interested in learning more about Dave?
Together, Erica and Dave bring a powerful combination of strategic leadership and hands-on execution, helping RIAs fix, optimize, and scale their technology with confidence.

