Christian AchChristian AchExecutive DirectorWealth Advisor
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About Christian
Christian Ach is an Executive Director and Wealth Advisor at J.P. Morgan Wealth Management and a partner at Purpose Driven Investment Group.
Chris helps his clients invest in alignment with their personal values, so they can shape the legacy of their wealth to not only meet their financial needs but also to benefit future generations, charities, and institutions.
Empathetic and compassionate, Chris enjoys getting to know each of his client—from their hopes and dreams, to their financial history and relationship with money, to their favorite sports team. His keen listening and emotional intelligence put his clients at ease, knowing he truly understands their goals. His financial acumen allows him to guide clients through the complex financial ramifications of major life events, like the sale of a closely held company, stock option compensation or inherited wealth.
Chris's professional background includes roles at Bear Stearns Private Client Services, CIBC-Oppenheimer, and as a software executive.
Outside of his office time, Chris loves spending quality time with his wife, Andrea, a couples therapist, and his two children. Their family enjoys hikes in the Bay Area, skiing in Tahoe and visiting relatives in Colorado.
Chris is a lifelong San Francisco Giants fan—his dog is named Bochy. He grew up in Manhattan, spent his formative years in Cincinnati, and made San Francisco home in 1996.
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