Richard M. CiracoRichard M. CiracoVice PresidentWealth Advisor
About Richard
Richard Ciraco is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
As a Portfolio Advisor to Gilman Private Wealth, Richard brings his financial capabilities in asset management to high-net-worth individuals and corporations. With his depth of experience in the equity and fixed income markets, he engages closely with each client providing unbiased market judgement and highly personalized investment strategies.
Throughout his career he has but one clear mission: to provide excellence in meeting clients' portfolio needs with the highest degree of work ethics and principles.
A graduate of the University of South Carolina where he earned a B.A., he has 42 years of experience in the financial industry with firms such as Manufacturers Hanover Investment Corporation, MD Sass Investors, and Chase and MD Sass Partners.
Richard and his wife, Melanie, now live in North Stamford, CT, where they keep their two horses and remain active members in the Greenwich Riding and Trails Association. They are also active members in Rotary International and other charitable organizations. Their son and daughter live in Greenwich, CT.
Richard is a weekend golfer and an avid fan of NY sports teams like the NY Giants, NY Yankees and NY Rangers.
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