Experience

Having started his Financial Services career in 1985, first under the mentorship of his father and partner Stuart Pfaff, Chris has spent his entire career dedicated to delivering wealth planning and investment guidance to exceptional multigenerational families, successful entrepreneurs, C-suite executives and select organizations. With direct access to the resources and strategic solutions of UBS Private Wealth Management, along with a deep network of legal, tax, insurance and philanthropic experts, Chris leads a team of highly accomplished professionals whose knowledge, integrity, and accountability is focused on providing an elite client experience.

Chris offers a specific focus in the complex wealth management needs of families who have passed wealth across generations. Building close relationships with each generation within a family, he and his team offer comprehensive solutions that look beyond the immediate needs to offer holistic strategies including cash flow, tax-mitigation, asset preservation, liability management, estate planning, and philanthropy.

"As the senior team leader, I am dedicated to having a personal and profound impact on the lives of our clients. Over the years, I've learned I can have the greatest effect by coordinating a team of experts to help our clients be better family stewards of their wealth."

Experience

• 37 years of Financial Services industry experience
• Started in financial services in 1985 with his father, Stuart Pfaff, at UBS predecessor firm PaineWebber
• Took over team leadership in 1992 

Life

• Resides in Chicago, IL and Big Sky, MT with his wife, Sara
• They have two children
• Active with several organizations, including Fourth Presbyterian Church, Writers Theatre and Dartmouth College
• Enjoys golfing, cross-country skiing, fly fishing and spending time with family in their Big Sky, Montana home

Whether working with a multigenerational family considering succession and wealth transfer planning or with a business owner on a benefits strategy, Michael is relied on to help solve their most complex investment challenges. As a Private Wealth Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager, he focuses on investment analytics and portfolio execution that aligns with each client's customized financial plan.

Michael takes a highly personalized approach, matching assets and liabilities and actively managing clients' investment strategies. Valued for his integrity, openness and ability adapt to each client's evolving goals and financial situation, Michael is a problem-solver who helps bring confidence no matter how challenging and unpredictable the markets may seem.

"My experience and market perspective helps clients in their real-life decision-making. I believe they find my patience and prudence reassuring when navigating important financial decisions."

Experience

• 25 years' experience in financial services industry
• American National Bank, corporate trust division, 1993-95
• Joined UBS predecessor firm PaineWebber in 1996

Life

• Family is very important to Michael: he loves spending time with his wife and two sons
• A lifelong outdoorsman, he enjoys golf, tennis, and fly fishing

CA Insurance License Number: 0D63626

As a young man, Frank bore painful witness to the loss of his family's farm. The experience cemented his passion for helping others preserve what they have worked so hard to build. Frank's highly customized financial planning approach developed over decades of personal experience and extensive training. Due to this expertise, Frank leads the team's financial planning strategy. Our process is focused on helping our clients articulate their goals and utilizes a time-tested asset-liability matching solution to the most important financial opportunities and challenges.

As a Private Wealth Advisor and a Certified Financial Planner TM professional, Frank works extensively with multigenerational families, business owners, entrepreneurs, and C-Suite executives. Understanding our clients' complete wealth picture informs his ability to risk manage liabilities, integrate investments, and implement cash flow strategies. This comprehensive approach, much like a virtual family office, helps our clients evolve the stewardship of their family’s wealth.

"I am very passionate about understanding how human behavior plays a role in client decision-making. Having a solid plan can help take the emotion out of financial decisions."

Experience

• Prior to joining UBS, he worked as an Employee Benefits Consultant providing guidance about Health, Life, and Disability insurance and 401(k) and retirement plans
• An early advocate of financial planning, Frank started his career at UBS predecessor firm, PaineWebber in 1998
• Formed the first version of the team in 2003 with Paul Gignilliat and Michael Bailey

Life

• Married with two daughters
• Lifelong commitment to health & fitness, and outdoor conservation
• Passionate about Behavioural Psychology

CA Insurance License Number:  0E27096

Sara brings her deep experience to exceptional multigenerational families, business owners and C-suite executives providing thoughtful advice on family business succession planning, family governance, legacy and intergenerational wealth planning and impactful philanthropy. With a specific focus on helping women confidently gain financial independence, Sara is appreciated for her ability to anticipate needs and offer clear communication, individual attention, and fresh ideas.

As a Financial Advisor, Sara concentrates on comprehensive planning, wealth transfer solutions, coordination with other family advisors and charitable giving strategies. An educator and mentor to a wide array of ultra-high net worth clients, Sara's compassionate guidance has made a real impact in their lives.

"I believe it is important to listen actively and deeply, finding new ways to help bring families together for their important discussions about preserving and transferring wealth."

Experience

• Early career in sales and not-for-profit women's programming with Fourth Presbyterian Church
• Joined UBS in 2007

Life

• Resides in Chicago, IL and Big Sky, MT with her husband, Chris
• They have two children
• Active on the boards of several organizations, including the Art Institute of Chicago, Ravinia Festival and Fourth Presbyterian Church
• Enjoys cross-country skiing, fly fishing, upland bird hunting, reading and spending time with family in their Big Sky, Montana home

Adam comes to UBS with more than a decade of diverse investment experience advising institutions and wealthy families. Adam prides himself in simplifying complex investment concepts to help clients better understand how their portfolio fits within the broader context of their financial plan. In addition, Adam leads the team’s family advisory and Rising Gen education efforts.  He believes the process of passing down wealth from one generation to the next should be an empowering, cohesive experience that creates positive outcomes in each of their lives. Adam’s personal experience has fueled his passion for helping families manage their wealth in a way that creates confidence, better communication, and a sense of harmony. 

Prior to joining UBS, Adam was the head of North American Industrials for Credit Suisse HOLT where he actively advised many of the world's largest mutual funds, hedge funds, endowments, and pensions. Prior to Credit Suisse, Adam was a Senior Analyst and member of the investment committee at V2 Capital. At V2, Adam helped implement the investment process and portfolio strategy, oversaw V2's derivative and equity trading and was integral in launching both their hedge fund and mutual fund strategies. Prior to V2 Capital, Adam began his career as an Investment Associate at UBS, advising ultra-high net worth families and specializing in concentrated equity monetization strategies.

Adam earned his B.S. in Finance with honors from DePaul University and an M.B.A. from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Adam is also a CFA charterholder and received his FINRA Series 7, 63, 66, 86, and 87 licenses. In addition, he serves on the prestigious Private Wealth Management Innovation Council as a representative voice for more than 6,000 Financial Advisors at UBS. 

Adam lives in Western Springs with his wife, Andrea and their two children. In his spare time, he enjoys playing hockey and is an avid golfer.

CA Insurance License Number:  0N08221

Rachel began her career at UBS in 2010 after obtaining a B.B.A degree in finance from Western Michigan University.She excels at building strong personal relationships with clients to better understand their individual needs and goals. Rachel’s principal responsibilities revolve around holistic financial planning and the Financial Goal Analysis program. On a daily basis, Rachel serves as a resource for clients by managing cash flow needs, coordinating asset transfers, and establishing new accounts.

Rachel holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses and is a Certified Financial Planner®.

As a Certified Financial Planner™ and Planning Specialist with the Pfaff, Bailey, McCannon, & Fuelleman Group at UBS, Heather provides clients with customized financial solutions that help to improve their lives—and the lives of those they care about. Her primary responsibilities are financial planning, the implementation of estate-plan updates, insurance administration, and the settling of estates.

Heather strongly believes that financial planning is the practical roadmap to everything you want to accomplish in and beyond your lifetime.  In conjunction with the team’s shared vision to provide thoughtful, knowledgeable, and personalized client experiences, Heather is passionate about building relationships through trust, understanding, and compassion. She helps clients ease the financial burdens of life (and death) and gain a sense of control around their liquidity, longevity, and legacy goals. 

Heather joined UBS in 2008 and worked on the operational and managerial side of the business before joining the team in 2013. She graduated from Loyola University with a B.A. in marketing and international business. She holds the Series 7, 66 and 9/10 securities licenses as well as her insurance licenses.  In her spare time, she enjoys reading, camping, cooking, and all things Peloton.

Jaime joined UBS after graduating from Loyola University Chicago in 2010. His primary focus is to provide comprehensive and personalized service to the team’s clients. Jaime holds a Series 7, Series 66, insurance license, and recently completed the Certified Investment Management Analyst Education Program at Chicago Booth.

Born in Highland Park, IL, Jaime spent his formative years in Mexico City and returned to Chicago for college. He also lived in Tokyo where he attended Sophia University through a study abroad program at Loyola. He speaks fluent Spanish and is conversant in Japanese.

Jaime lives in Chicago's West Town neighborhood with his wife Lucia and their dog Donatello. They enjoy traveling and getting to know people from all over the world. In his spare time, Jaime volunteers as a docent at the Chicago Architecture Center where he educates visitors and gives tours on Chicago’s history and architecture.

Patrick joined UBS in 2013 as an intern and started full time in 2014. He provides investment research, trading support, and prepares reports and presentations. He holds the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses.

Prior to joining UBS, Patrick served in the U.S. Army as an intelligence analyst and deployed to Baghdad, Iraq in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. He graduated magna cum laude from DePaul University with a B.S. in finance and accounting.

Joseph graduated from Butler University in May of 2022 with a degree in Finance and Marketing. Prior to joining the team, Joseph held internships at UBS in the Wealth Management division and at Ameriprise Financial. He is currently in the process of obtaining his SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 licenses.

Joseph grew up in Hinsdale, IL and attended Hinsdale Central High School. He currently lives in Chicago’s Lakeview neighborhood. Joseph loves staying active and playing in a men’s softball league. He is a passionate Chicago sports fan.  

Maureen graduated summa cum laude from Indiana University – Bloomington Kelley School of Business in 2021 with majors in Finance and Business Analytics. Maureen joins us from Bernstein Private Wealth Management where she worked as a Private Client Associate. She currently holds Series 7 and Series 63 licenses and is in the process of obtaining her Series 66 license.

Maureen grew up in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, and graduated from Shorewood High School. She currently lives in Chicago's Fulton River District neighborhood and loves exploring the food scene. She also enjoys playing in an indoor volleyball league and rooting for the Green Bay Packers.