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Private Wealth Management

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A planning-based approach with an emphasis on risk management

Our team is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on your personal and professional life. That means understanding your priorities. Whether your focus is on maintaining your lifestyle, preparing your family to be responsible stewards of wealth or preserving your values and legacy, we’re committed to each generation of your family.

Pursuing your goals together

Our mission is to provide quality strategies customized to your needs. Our goal is to be your primary source of financial advice. To this end, we concentrate our efforts on developing long-term relationships through a commitment to quality client service.

  • John Irwin

    John Irwin

    Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

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    • AZ
    • CA
    • CO
    • FL
    • GA
    • IL
    • IN
    • KS
    • MI
    • MN
    • MO
    • MT
    • NJ
    • OR
    • PA
    • RI
    • TN
    • WA
    • WI
    • WY

    Responsibilities
    As a Private Wealth Advisor based in the Chicago, John focuses on providing comprehensive investment planning and wealth management services to a select group of ultra-high net worth clients. He combines individualized client services with the financial strength and resources of the world's largest wealth management firm.

    With over 30 years of experience, John is dedicated to providing time-tested investment principles based on each family's unique circumstances.   John partners with client attorneys and tax professionals to meet the estate planning and philanthropic needs of wealthy individuals and families.

    Prior to joining UBS, John held positions at Credit Suisse Private Client Services Group and Goldman Sachs Private Client Services Group.

    Education
    A graduate of the University of Nebraska, John earned a B.S. in finance and continued his education at the University of Missouri where he earned an M.B.A. in Finance. He holds Series 7, 63 and 66 securities licenses.

    John maintains an office in Chicago, IL and Franklin, TN.  

    • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2009The Barron's rating is awarded annually in March and is based on information from the prior year Q3. 

        One North Wacker Drive
        Chicago, IL 60606
        john.irwin@ubs.com
        John Irwin
        One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
      • Cheryl Barker-Harwood

        Cheryl A. Barker- Harwood, CFP®

        Authorized Officer

        Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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        • AZ
        • CA
        • CO
        • FL
        • GA
        • IL
        • IN
        • KS
        • MA
        • MD
        • MI
        • MN
        • MO
        • MT
        • NJ
        • OR
        • PA
        • RI
        • TN
        • UT
        • WA
        • WI
        • WY

        Responsibilities

        In the Chicago Private Wealth Management office, Cheryl builds strong personal relationships with our select group of clients to better understand their individual needs and goals. Cheryl's focus is the implementation and administration of the specialized plans created for each client, portfolio execution and operation activities for the team. She serves as a resource for clients by managing cash flow needs, facilitating account transactions, and general account maintenance.

        Education

        Cheryl has a B.A. in Communication Studies from Saint Mary's College and is series 7 and 66 licensed.
        In her spare time, she is an avid reader and enjoys traveling. She resides in Chicago, IL with her husband and two children.

         

            • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
            One North Wacker Drive
            Chicago, IL 60606
            cheryl.barker@ubs.com
            Cheryl A. Barker- Harwood, CFP®
            One North Wacker Drive,Chicago,IL,60606
          • Ann Bjerke

            Managing Director

            Head of Advanced Planning

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            David Mietty

            Executive Director

            Senior Wealth Planning Strategist

          • Matthew Morris, CFA

            Managing Director

            Head, Portfolio Advisory Group Midwest, New York and Northeast Division

          • Sarah J. Salomon , CAP®

            Managing Director

            Head – Family Advisory and Philanthropy

          • James Jack

            Managing Director

            Business Owners Segment Lead

          • Titus Song

            Executive Director

            Alternative Investments Consultant

          Defining your priorities. Pursuing what matters.

          Our experience and structured planning process drives a comprehensive financial plan and customized investment strategies. Depending on where you are in your life and the priorities that matter most, our planning conversations may focus on liquidity management, your cash flow needs, asset replacement solutions such as insurance, estate planning strategies, or tax and legal structures such as trusts and philanthropic vehicles.

          A leader in wealth management

          Backed by the strength of our parent company, UBS AG

          More than 160 years

          offering financial advice

          $7 trn

          UBS Group invested assets
          As of 12/31/2025

          51 countries

          Our global footprint

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