About Maximilian

Maximilian Kesner is a Client Associate at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.

As a member of The Vahab Group, Maximilian provides customer service and implementation support for high-net worth individuals and families. His responsibilities include addressing inquiries and coordinating the operational aspects of the team. He serves as a dedicated resource for all client concerns.

Maximilian graduated from The Pennsylvania State University with a B.S. in Finance. With four years of experience in financial services, he began his career in 2021 at Brown Brothers Harriman as a Relationship Associate.

A resident of New York City, Maximilian is active in the art and music scene and has a collection of over 1,000 records. When away from the office, he plays soccer across various NYC men's leagues, works on new recipes for his cookbook and visits his family and three dogs on Long Island.

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