Experience

Makes all the difference

We began building our team with one purpose in mind—your best interests. We deeply assessed each other’s values, investment philosophy and experience to align the right combination of expertise and talent. And today, we continue to engage in healthy debate and collaboration. Without ego, we strive to get the best results and exceed your expectations.
 

Christopher Pfaff

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Private Wealth Advisor

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

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in April based on information from a 12 month period ending June of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • Dartmouth College, A.B. Degree
  • Johns Hopkins, M.A. Degree, International Relations
  • University of Chicago Booth School of Business, M.B.A.

Credentials

  • Private Wealth Advisor
  • UBS Private Wealth Management accreditation
  • Series 3, 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses
  • Forbes Top 250 Financial Advisors, 2019
  • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2017
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Michael Bailey

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Private Wealth Advisor

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

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • Michigan State University , B.A.

Credentials

  • Private Wealth Advisor
  • UBS Senior Portfolio Manager designation, Portfolio Management Program
  • UBS Private Wealth Management accreditation
  • Series 3, 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Frank McCannon III, CFP, CIMA

Managing Director–Wealth Management

Private Wealth Advisor

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

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Credentials

  • Private Wealth Advisor
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
  • UBS Private Wealth Management accreditation
  • Series 7, 63 and 65 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Sara Pfaff

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Private Wealth Advisor

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

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • Otterbein College, B.A., Communications
  • Xavier University, M.B.A., Finance

Credentials

  • Private Wealth Advisor
  • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Adam J. Fuelleman, CFA

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Private Wealth Advisor

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

Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • MA
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MT
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OR
  • PA
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • DePaul University, B.S., Finance with honors
  • University of Chicago Booth School of Business, M.B.A.

Credentials

  • Private Wealth Advisor
  • Chartered Financial Analyst®
  • UBS Private Wealth Management Innovation Council representative
  • Series 7, 63, 66, 86, and 87 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Rachel Witt, CFP

Authorized Officer

Team Administrator

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®.

Registered States:
  • IL
  • MN
  • NC
  • WI

Education

  • Western Michigan University, B.B.A, Finance

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Heather Clark, CFP

Associate Director

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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.

Registered States:
  • IL

Education

  • Loyola University, B.A., Marketing and International Business

Credentials

  • Series 7, 66, and 9/10 securities licenses
  • Life insurance licenses
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
One North Wacker Drive
Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60606

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Jaime Villalobos, CIMA

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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.

Registered States:
  • AK
  • AL
  • AR
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • HI
  • IA
  • ID
  • IL
  • IN
  • KS
  • KY
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • MS
  • MT
  • NC
  • ND
  • NE
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • OR
  • PA
  • PR
  • RI
  • SC
  • SD
  • TN
  • TX
  • UT
  • VA
  • VI
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI
  • WV
  • WY

Education

  • Loyola University Chicago

Credentials

  • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
  • Life insurance licenses
  • Certified Investment Management Analyst®
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Patrick Burke

Authorized Officer

Senior Wealth Strategy Associate

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.

Registered States:
  • CA
  • FL
  • IL
  • IN
  • MI
  • MN
  • NC
  • NH
  • WI

Education

  • DePaul University, B.S., Finance and Accounting.

Credentials

  • Series 7 and 66 securities licenses
One North Wacker Drive
Chicago, IL 60606

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Joseph Glasby

Client Associate

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.  

Registered States:
  • IL

Education

  • Butler University, B.S., Finance and Marketing
One North Wacker Drive
Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60606

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Maureen Patterson

Client Associate

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.

Registered States:
  • IL
  • NY
  • WI

Education

  • Indiana University - Bloomington Kelley School of Business, B. S., Finance and Business Analytics
One North Wacker Drive
Suite 3700
Chicago, IL 60606

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Our resources

  • Ann Bjerke

    Executive Director

    Head of Advanced Planning

    Ann focuses on developing and implementing creative and comprehensive strategies to assist clients with their complex financial needs such as preservation, transfer and management of wealth. Prior to joining UBS in 2008, Ann practiced law with the law firm of Levin, Schreder & Carey, focusing on estate tax and income tax planning for ultra high net worth individuals, families and business owners.

  • Sarah J. Salomon , CAP®

    Executive Director

    Head – Family Advisory and Philanthropy

    Sarah leads a team of Senior Strategists who work with families on understanding money, values and philanthropic intent. Family Advisory and Philanthropy Services serves as thought partners to advisors and their exceptional client families on wealth transitions, family governance, family office strategies, and philanthropy as families seek guidance on cohesive dialogue between generations to perpetuate their legacy.
  • James Jack

    Executive Director

    Business Owners Segment Lead

    James is the Head of both the Business Owners and Multigenerational Wealth Client Segments within the Strategic Client Segments team.

    James took on the Business Owners Client Segment upon its creation in 2018 to build an organization that supports business owners and the Financial Advisors that advise them. He has worked with clients on pre-business sale exit planning, such as succession planning, M&A transaction planning, Employee Stock Ownership Plans (ESOPs), and the emotional and self-identity ramifications of exiting a business. During the COVID-19 pandemic, James and his team supported business owners in navigating pandemic programs like the Paycheck Protection Program. In 2023, James’s remit expanded to include the Multigenerational Wealth Client Segment, which includes UBS’s support of wealth transfer and transition strategies between generations and the Rising Gen. James and his team work to bring the best of UBS’s resources to these important client segments.

    James has been with UBS since 2006, previously working in the WMA Banking Group to build banking, cash and lending solutions that meet the needs of High Net Worth and Ultra High Net Worth individuals and the Financial Advisors that support them. James has driven and executed strategies to expand securities-based lending, develop a proprietary credit card tailored to UBS's unique client base and helped to manage UBS’s deposit program, including pricing, sales, and product development programs.

    James holds a BS in Finance and Economics from New York University’s Stern School of Business.

    Outside of UBS, James is a member of the board of directors and co-treasurer for the Bronx Academy of Letters Foundation, supporting a public middle and high school in the poorest congressional district in the US, and enjoys experiencing travel and cultures different from his own. He also holds FINRA Series 7 license and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) designation.

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    Tom Hall

    Managing Director

    Global Head of Philanthropy Services

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    Steven Smith

    Senior Vice President-Global Wealth Management

    Financial Advisor

    Steve has several decades of experience in managing institutional and individual investment accounts. Prior to joining UBS in 2005, he spent 10 years on the trading floor at the Chicago Board Options Exchange. His current focus areas include the creation of comprehensive, sophisticated financial planning strategies, and the design and management of customized securities portfolios.

    Steve holds an M.B.A. from Southern Methodist University, a B.S. in Industrial and Systems Engineering from the University of Florida, and his series 3, 7, 65, and 66 licenses. He and his wife have two daughters, and he can talk too much about golf and college football if you let him.