Gregory WalkerGregory WalkerManaging DirectorWealth Advisor
About Gregory
Gregory Walker is a Managing Director and Wealth Advisor with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. He provides investment services and portfolio management for a diverse group of clients, including high-net-worth individuals and families, corporate executives and business owners.
Greg's approach to investing and decision making is built upon a bedrock of analysis and discipline honed by over three decades of experience in the financial services industry. He labors intently to find the appropriate mix of investment vehicles to help clients pursue their financial objectives, which range from wealth preservation and income production to aggressive growth over time. His market proficiency and the significant resources of J.P. Morgan's research capabilities give him the tools to create tailored portfolios for his clients that are consistent with their individualized goals and desired levels of risk.
Communication is a key element of his investing approach. To Greg, conversations should go deeper than reporting earnings on a regular basis. He imparts clarity and transparency when discussing investment choices with clients, and speaks in terms commensurate with their investing experience and sophistication. Greg strongly believes in looking out for his clients' best interests and genuinely cares about their situations and goals.
Greg began his career as an Analyst for Goldman Sachs and moved to Merrill Lynch to become a Financial Advisor. He joined Bear Stearns in 1987 and transitioned to J.P. Morgan in 2010. Greg proudly states that he has had the same business phone number for almost 30 years.
A graduate of Presbyterian College in South Carolina with a B.A. in Business Administration, Greg also holds an M.S. in Financial Management from American Technology University.
When not in the office or with clients, Greg is a passionate golfer with a single-digit handicap, a fitness buff and a jazz aficionado. He is an Elder at the Marble Collegiate Church and chairs its Investment Endowment Committee. Greg supports the Litchfield Jazz Camp, which helps children learn the art of music. He lives in New Jersey with his wife and son.
Insights
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August 5, 2025Members 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 NowJuly Jobs report highlights US job growth has slowed significantly; markets react negatively
August 4, 2025Job growth slowed in July with only 73,000 new jobs added and earlier months revised sharply lower, showing the labor market has weakened.Read NowDifferentiating large from small: Firm size and exposure to trade tensions
August 1, 2025With tariffs likely to settle at elevated rates, we explore how company size may shape the impactRead NowJuly 2025 Fed meeting: Rates hold steady once again, potentially setting up fall intrigue
July 31, 2025The Federal Reserve held rates steady once again in July, but the decision wasn’t unanimous. What could that mean for economic policy going forward?Read NowInsight 1: Build and sustain a “great” extended family
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July 25, 2025The risks are real, but so is resilience. Here’s why fears about trade and policy setbacks are fading.Read NowCapitalizing on the tax-deferral advantage of a variable annuity
July 24, 2025A variable annuity is a tax-deferred retirement product that accumulates funds or distributes income based on the performance of the underlying investment options chosen by the contract owner. Read why this can be especially beneficial for individuals in a high tax bracket.Read NowHow to use life insurance as a financial asset
July 23, 2025Yes, life insurance can offer a benefit to loved ones when you pass, but it can also be a financial asset during your life. Learn how it works.Read NowHow much of your portfolio should be in non-U.S. stocks?
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