Andrew Chambers | 34
Alternative investments manager, family wealth advisor,
financial planning specialist, Morgan Stanley
Morgan Stanley branch in Peoria for 12 years, where he has earned a reputation for being “an active participant, not a bystander.”
In addition to his management duties at Morgan Stanley, he brags a long list of community involvement, including as a member of the WTVP Board and Klystron Society. Meanwhile, he’s been active with St. Philomena Church and School, Peoria Riverfront Museum, St. Jude Hospital Midwest Affiliate, Walk for the Mind, Easterseals, the steering committee of the IHSA State Basketball Tournament when it was hosted in Peoria, and other endeavors. Professionally, he also has worked with the Great Lakes Mega Team Council for Morgan Stanley.
“He is an accomplished financial advisor, a rising star in the industry, and I am proud to call him my business partner,” said one of his nominators. “His knowledge, creativity and leadership skills make him a very valuable volunteer to any organization.”
Childhood ambition: “Financial advisor, same job as I have today. I always knew I wanted to work with my father and follow in his footsteps.”
Hobbies: “Golf and spending time with my wife (Amanda) and daughters.”
Bucket list number one: “Golf at Augusta National tops every golfer’s bucket list.”
Favorite cause or nonprofit: “WTVP, great programming for all ages and specific to Peoria. Peoria Riverfront Museum, something fun to do for everyone!”
Recommended book: “Teams of Rivals: The Political Genius of Abraham Lincoln by Doris Kearns Goodwin.”
