Javier SemeriaJavier SemeriaInvestment Associate
About Javier
Javier Semeria is an Investment Associate with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
As a member of The Seltzer Group, Javier provides operational and investment support for high net-worth individuals and their families. Javier works closely with the team's financial advisors to tailor personalized investment strategies that aim to optimize risk adjusted return and diversification for The Seltzer Group's client base.
Javier graduated from George Washington University with a Master of Finance. He began his financial services career at UBS as a Client Service Associate and later worked at Citibank & Morgan Stanley. In his previous roles, Javier gained invaluable experience developing portfolios that catered to personalized investment needs. Javier joined J.P. Morgan in 2022 with seven years of financial services experience and an expertise in portfolio strategy & implementation.
Javier holds both his FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses and is currently preparing for his CFA designation. In his free time, he enjoys fitness, tennis and spending time with his family and friends. He is currently training for a Half Ironman.
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