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Chris is the Managing Director and Minnesota/North Dakota Market Leader for Wealth and Investment Management based in Minneapolis, with almost 36 years of experience in the financial services industry.

He is passionate about working with and coaching Financial Advisors, their assistants, and staff. Chris is focused on fostering the conditions for outstanding client experiences. He helps those he connects with deliver consistent results while reducing risk. Chris is excited by the challenge to grow the Minnesota Market and has been dedicated to this mission since 2014 when he accepted this position. He was recognized as a Platinum Council Manager in 2020, a distinction he earned in 2005, 2015, and 2019 as well. The Platinum Council Manager (previously Premier Manager) distinction is held by a select group of Managers at Wells Fargo Advisors and reflects a superior level of professional achievement and a steadfast commitment to achieving business objectives.

Chris earned his degree in management science from Providence College in 1987. He holds active FINRA securities registrations: 7, 9, 10, 24, and 65, as well as MN Life and Health insurance licenses.

Away from the office, he enjoys spending his time with his wife, Cintia. They are passionate about traveling and have visited just over 50 countries around the world, often over long holiday weekends. Chris is conversant in Portuguese and is a former private pilot. He also has a passion for classic and sports cars.

Chris is a member of the Wells Fargo Executive Committee for the Minnesota Public Affairs Council and serves as Fine Arts Committee chair. He is also a member of the University of Minnesota Carlson Funds Enterprise Advisory Board.