John McNameeJohn McNameeManaging DirectorWealth Partner
Awards and Industry Recognition
Forbes
Top Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
2026 • 2025 • 2024 • 2023
Top Wealth Management Teams Best-In-State
2026 • 2025 • 2024 • 2023
About John
John McNamee is a Managing Director and Wealth Partner at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
As a co-founder and leader of The McNamee White Group, John provides wealth management services, including estate planning, asset allocation, and equity and fixed income management, to multi-generational families and institutions. He has earned a number of national accolades for his work in private wealth management.
Prior to moving to J.P. Morgan Wealth Management with his team in 2023, John was a Managing Director and Wealth Manager at First Republic Investment Management, which he joined in 2020. Previously, he was a Managing Director and Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Private Wealth Management, where he spent 25 years.
John earned his B.A. from the University of Southern California and his M.B.A. from the Marshall School of Business at the University of Southern California.
Dedicated to his local community, John serves on the board of the Catholic Community Foundation of Los Angeles and is an Executive Committee member of The Society of the Friendly Sons of St. Patrick. He is a former Big Brother and board member of the Catholic Big Brothers Big Sisters of Los Angeles.
Markets and Economy
From Tokyo to London to Washington, debt is in the doghouse
August 21, 2026Global bond yields are climbing as the era of exceptionally low long-term rates becomes harder to justify.Read Now
Family Legacy
Endowment management: spending policies, asset allocation and smoothing
August 21, 2026Nonprofits and private foundations face the dual responsibility of addressing immediate community needs while ensuring sustainable support for the future.Read Now
Wealth Planning
Navigating divorce: options, costs and financial considerations
August 20, 2026There are several options when considering how to proceed with a divorce. Choosing what’s best for you can save time and money now and down the line.Read Now
Markets and Economy
The 30-year Treasury yield hit levels not seen since 2007. What does that mean for investors and the economy?
August 14, 2026The 30-year Treasury yield sat above 5.00% at the end of July – a level not seen since 2007. Learn how rising yields affect bonds, stocks, borrowing rates, the economy and your portfolio.Read Now
Markets and Economy
When will the Fed hike? It doesn’t matter
August 14, 2026The question isn’t when the Federal Reserve moves – it’s how far. With modest hikes largely priced in, financial markets are poised to weather the repricing.Read Now
Family Legacy
Insight 6: Active cross-generational stakeholder alliance
August 13, 2026As a family enterprise expands and shifts over the decades, the different generations and professional management must come together to drive success through legacy and innovation.Read Now
Family Legacy
Building a strong and connected family of wealth: A 10x10 learning road map
August 13, 2026The process of fostering empowered, responsible family members begins early and remains a lifelong journey. Our 10x10 model outlines key competencies to master at various life stages.Read Now
Family Legacy
Insight 7: Develop a capable and committed rising generation
August 13, 2026Members of the younger generation are the future stewards of the family enterprise, so it is important to invest time and resources in cultivating their interests and skills.Read Now
Markets and Economy
How does the stock market perform during midterm election years? A guide for investors
August 12, 2026Midterm election years can bring market volatility and uncertainty. Learn what history suggests, why headlines move markets and what long-term investors can do to stay on track.Read NowMarkets and Economy
From Tokyo to London to Washington, debt is in the doghouse
August 21, 2026Global bond yields are climbing as the era of exceptionally low long-term rates becomes harder to justify.Read NowFamily Legacy
Endowment management: spending policies, asset allocation and smoothing
August 21, 2026Nonprofits and private foundations face the dual responsibility of addressing immediate community needs while ensuring sustainable support for the future.Read NowWealth Planning
Navigating divorce: options, costs and financial considerations
August 20, 2026There are several options when considering how to proceed with a divorce. Choosing what’s best for you can save time and money now and down the line.Read NowMarkets and Economy
The 30-year Treasury yield hit levels not seen since 2007. What does that mean for investors and the economy?
August 14, 2026The 30-year Treasury yield sat above 5.00% at the end of July – a level not seen since 2007. Learn how rising yields affect bonds, stocks, borrowing rates, the economy and your portfolio.Read NowMarkets and Economy
When will the Fed hike? It doesn’t matter
August 14, 2026The question isn’t when the Federal Reserve moves – it’s how far. With modest hikes largely priced in, financial markets are poised to weather the repricing.Read NowFamily Legacy
Insight 6: Active cross-generational stakeholder alliance
August 13, 2026As a family enterprise expands and shifts over the decades, the different generations and professional management must come together to drive success through legacy and innovation.Read NowFamily Legacy
Building a strong and connected family of wealth: A 10x10 learning road map
August 13, 2026The process of fostering empowered, responsible family members begins early and remains a lifelong journey. Our 10x10 model outlines key competencies to master at various life stages.Read NowFamily Legacy
Insight 7: Develop a capable and committed rising generation
August 13, 2026Members of the younger generation are the future stewards of the family enterprise, so it is important to invest time and resources in cultivating their interests and skills.Read NowMarkets and Economy