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Chris Cook

Chris Cook

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Christopher (Chris)
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Chris Cook is Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor, Founder and Leader of The GCCA Group, a distinguished wealth management team at Merrill Lynch. Cook has spent his entire financial services career with Merrill Lynch and has received national recognition as a leading financial advisor. He has over 30 years of industry experience and specializes in helping high-net-worth individuals and families develop and implement wealth management strategies. In his roles, Cook provides insightful individualized advice and guidance in the areas of portfolio management, tax minimization strategies, customized lending, asset preservation, retirement planning, and many more. He has also served as an instructor and featured speaker for Merrill Lynch's Practice Management Development Program. Cook has been featured and recognized by major publications such as Forbes, Barron's, and The Financial Times. He served on the Board of Trustees at the Chatham Day School and currently serves on the Board of Trustees at the Morris County Golf Club.

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THE GCCA GROUP

  • The GCCA Group serves a select group of clients, helping them make informed financial decisions based on their unique circumstances and goals.

  • The team offers a wide range of services, including investment management, estate planning, tax planning, and risk management.

  • The team also provides insightful individualized advice and guidance in the areas of portfolio management, customized lending, asset preservation, retirement planning, cash flow analysis, and philanthropic planning.


EXPERTISE

  • Cook is a highly regarded advisor with a deep understanding of the global financial markets.

  • He is known for his ability to develop customized investment solutions that meet the individual needs of his clients. 

  • He is also a skilled communicator who is able to explain complex financial concepts in a clear and concise manner.

  • He is a member of the Investment Management Consultants Association (CIMA®).


RECOGNITIONS

  • Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors, 2014–2023

  • Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors, 2009–2013

  • Forbes America's Top 250 Wealth Advisors, 2016-2023

  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors, 2019–2023

  • Financial Times Top 400 Financial Advisors, 2013–2017