Chris Guarino, CFP®
Director, Wealth Advisor
Chris Guarino, CFP®, is a Wealth Advisor at Composition Wealth with more than 20 years of experience helping clients navigate complex financial decisions. He specializes in advising high-net-worth individuals and multigenerational families, delivering clarity, confidence, and lasting value.
Before joining Composition Wealth, Chris served as Director and Private Wealth Advisor at First Citizens Bank. Previously, he was Vice President and Wealth Manager at BNY Mellon Wealth Management for seven years and began his career at Merrill Lynch and Inverness Counsel. His background spans both strategic planning and hands-on portfolio management, giving him a holistic perspective on financial planning and investment advisory services.
Chris earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance & Economics from Fordham University, where he was a member of Beta Alpha Psi and the Fordham Lacrosse Team. He later completed Financial Planning coursework at NYU’s School of Professional Studies and earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2018. He also holds a Series 65 license issued by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
Fun Facts:
- Shooting sporting clays since age 10, Chris also competed at a high level.
- Married to his high school sweetheart.
- While classmates went to Six Flags on senior cut day, he went skydiving.