Chris Russell, Executive Market Director

Chris has over 25 years’ experience in the Wealth Management industry. Prior to Baird, Chris spent over 15 years with Louisville based Hilliard Lyons where he ultimately became an Executive Market Director of Private Wealth Management overseeing the financial advisor network. He began his career in 1999 at JC Bradford (who became PaineWebber and then UBS) before moving to Morgan Keegan as a Financial Advisor. He now serves as an Executive Market Director for KS, MO, NE, IA, KY, and most of the Southeast branches.

Chris attended the University of Louisville for his B.S. degree in Finance. Shortly after joining JC Bradford, Chris earned his Series 7 and 66 licenses to become a Financial Advisor. He then attained his Certified Financial Planning certification (CFP®) in 2003, as well as his Chartered Wealth Advisor (CWA®) designation in coordination with the University of Michigan State.

Chris continues to live in his hometown of Louisville, KY with his wife Lauren and his four children. While he is a University of Louisville Alumnus, he enjoys cheering on the University of Kentucky Basketball program. He and his wife spend their time together staying active, working out, and traveling with the children.