Get to Know Chris
A Little About Me
Since I’ll be learning a lot about your life, it’s only fair I share a bit about mine.
I’m a proud graduate of LaSalle Academy in Providence and attended the University of Rhode Island. I now live in Johnston, RI, where I enjoy time with my family, friends, and my son, Isaiah.
When I’m not helping people plan their financial futures, you can usually find me traveling, spending time outdoors, or indulging in one of my favorite hobbies—wine tasting and collecting.
If you're looking for a financial advisor who genuinely gets to know you—and cares about your success—let’s connect.
✅ Let’s Build a Relationship That Goes Beyond the Numbers
Although I was born and raised in Rhode Island, my story really starts with my father. He came to Providence from Italy in 1963, chasing the promise of a better life. When he made that move, he didn’t have much—just a borrowed $200 from his sister and a deep belief in the American Dream.
A few years later, he met my mom, married her, and started our family.
My parents began with almost nothing, but they were determined—and they weren’t afraid of hard work. My dad started in a factory, picked up a second job as a mechanic, and spent his weekends cutting grass and shoveling snow to make extra money.
Over time, that weekend hustle grew into a full-scale landscape construction business that he ran full-time with pride.
Watching my parents build something from the ground up taught me the value of perseverance, sacrifice, and smart decision-making. That upbringing is the foundation of why I do what I do today.
I know what it means to build a life—and a legacy—from scratch. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping others protect what they’ve worked so hard for and plan for a future they can feel good about.
The Moment Everything Changed
By the mid-1980s, life was good for our family. My dad’s landscaping business was thriving—bringing in about $300,000 a year. My mom kept the books (and kept me in line), and I was a typical kid, helping out on weekends and learning the value of hard work.
Then came 1989.
One morning, my dad woke up completely blind.
Not blurry vision. Not slowly fading sight.
Total blindness. In both eyes. Overnight.
He went to bed seeing clearly and woke up in total darkness. Can you imagine?
Suddenly, everything changed. My dad—once the head of a successful business—could no longer drive, meet clients, quote jobs, or operate equipment. I was only 14. My mom did what she could, but our family’s entire foundation had shifted in an instant.
Without the ability to work, my dad’s income vanished.
And like so many families, the savings he had worked a lifetime to build started disappearing quickly.
He had spent years sacrificing and saving with hopes of retiring and enjoying life. But instead, we watched it all unravel in just a few short years.
Turning Pain Into Purpose
The stress of suddenly losing his livelihood eventually led to a stroke, followed by a heart attack. My dad passed away in 2001.
I know—it’s a hard story. But you might be wondering,
“What does this have to do with why you do what you do?”
The answer is: everything.
Back in the 1980s, there weren’t many financial advisors around. There was no internet, no online resources, and very little consumer education. My parents did what they knew—they worked hard and they saved.
But they didn’t know how to protect what they were working for.
And no one was there to guide them.
To this day, I often wonder:
What if I had been older?
What if someone had been there to show them the importance of planning for the unexpected?
When my dad lost his vision, his income stopped.
But what if he had disability income insurance?
Sure, the diagnosis would’ve still been devastating—but his income wouldn’t have vanished overnight.
His financial stability—and his peace of mind—could have stayed intact.
And maybe, just maybe, the stress wouldn’t have taken such a toll.
What If Someone Had Told Them?
What about life insurance?
If my parents had known how life insurance worked—if someone had taken the time to explain it—they absolutely would have put a policy in place.
When my dad passed away, he would have been able to leave this world knowing that my mom and I would be financially secure.
Instead, we were left with uncertainty, wondering how we were going to get by.
What about investments?
No one ever told my dad about the stock market. No one showed him how retirement accounts work, or how to make his money work for him.
And if they had? I know he would have listened.
He might’ve been able to spend a little less time working—and a little more time with us.
These aren't just missed opportunities.
They were moments that could have changed our lives.
And that’s why I’m here today—to be the person my parents never had.
To make sure you, and the people you love, have access to the tools, guidance, and support to protect your future and build something lasting.
That’s Why I Do What I Do
None of us can see the future. But we can learn from the past.
What happened to my parents wasn’t their fault—they worked hard, sacrificed, and did everything they knew to do. What they didn’t have was access to the right information—or a trusted advisor to help them make the most of it.
Times have changed. Today, information is everywhere—but guidance and wisdom still matter.
I may not be able to go back and help my parents.
But I can do my best to help you.
Whether you're a friend, client, or someone just starting your journey, my mission is simple:
To make sure you leave every conversation with me in a better place than when you walked in.
Like I’ve said before—my business is personal.