Chris joined Snider Financial Group as a Client Service Associate in 2018. He graduated from Seattle Pacific University with a B.A. in Economics in 2017. During his time at SPU, he served as an analyst on the SPU Student Investment Fund and focused his studies on investing and finance. Before joining Snider Financial Group, Chris spent a year teaching English, Economics and Finance in Fuzhou, Fujian, China.

Chris’ main role is to work with the Client Services Team to help clients navigate through intricate financial paperwork processes, including both setting up new accounts and servicing existing ones. He also plays an integral role on the Snider Financial Group Investment Committee by providing research, constructing portfolio allocations, trading accounts and speaking to clients about their investments. 

Growing up in Minnesota, Chris moved to Washington in 2013 to escape the cold and to attend Seattle Pacific University. He met his wife, Ariel, while teaching in China. They now reside in Redmond and recently welcomed their baby daughter, Leila, in 2021. They enjoy soccer, traveling, and spending time with their dog, Millow. The 6-pound Maltese is a frequent visitor to the SFG office.