Christopher WrenChristopher WrenInvestment Associate
About Christopher
Chris Wren is a Investment Associate with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management. As a member of the Koch & Walters Group, he provides operational and administrative support for the team’s high-net-worth client base. Christopher’s responsibilities include onboarding procedures, fund transfers, monitoring transactions and research. Chris graduated from Colgate University with a bachelor’s degree in Economics. He is dedicated to making himself available to clients and has developed skills to carefully address individual client’s needs. Chris was a member of the rugby team at Colgate, and continues to play in tournaments in the tri-state area throughout the year. He also enjoys to travel, having been to over 40 states and 25 countries. Additionally, he is very involved in the UNICEF community and has participated in field trips and month-long excursions to Brazil, Ethiopia, and Kenya.
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Family Legacy
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Family Legacy
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Business Planning
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Markets and Economy
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Wealth Planning
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Retirement
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September 9, 2026The next Fed meeting on September 15–16 comes with a big question: Hike or hold rates? The decision ultimately hinges on inflation and the labor market.Read NowFamily Legacy
Using donor-advised funds to create college scholarships
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Toto, I don’t think it’s the Fed anymore
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Should you convert your traditional IRA to a Roth IRA?
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