About
Jeff Parker is a Partner and Portfolio Manager at Bristlecone Advisors in Bellevue, Washington, where he provides customized investment management and wealth advisory services to high-net-worth individuals and families. His key responsibilities include developing tailored portfolios, overseeing asset allocation strategies, and integrating clients’ tax, estate, and philanthropic goals into comprehensive wealth plans. At Bristlecone Advisors, he emphasizes a disciplined, client-centric approach grounded in diversification and long-term strategy.
With more than three decades of experience, Jeff has a strong background in private wealth management. Before joining Bristlecone Advisors in 2015, he served as Vice President and Director of Investments at BMO Private Bank (2009–2015) and was a Board member at Associates of Cultural Exchange (2010–2019), enhancing his expertise in investment oversight and cross-disciplinary governance. His experience spans portfolio construction in both equity and fixed income markets, often utilizing alternative investments and open-architecture fund selection to serve sophisticated client needs.
Jeff holds a BA from Willamette University and pursued additional studies at the University of Avignon in France, reflecting his commitment to broad, cross-cultural understanding in both education and advising. He is recognized for his ability to integrate advanced planning, investment analysis, and wealth structuring for affluent families, foundations, and executives.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bristlecone Advisors | Partner | Mar 2015 to Present | Managed Seattle office for high net-worth families and non-profit clients with a regional client base., before consolidating team with our Bellevue office. Responsible for implementing equity and fi... |
| Associates of Cultural Exchange | Board of Directors | Jan 2010 to Dec 2019 | — |
| BMO Private Bank | VP and Director, Investments | Jun 2009 to Feb 2015 | — |
| EverTrust Asset Managment | Principal and Portfolio Manager | May 2001 to May 2009 | — |
| KeyBank Wealth Management | VP and Sr Portfolio Manager | Jan 2004 to Jan 2009 | — |
| Seafirst Bank / Bankofamerica | VP and Portfolio Manager | Jul 1989 to May 2001 | — |
Education
Willamette University
BA
1985 — 1989
University of Avignon, Avignon France
1988 — 1988
Skills & Expertise
Others at Bristlecone Advisors, LLC (5)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
C Chris Taylor | Partner | Bellevue, WA , United States |
| Partner | Lynnwood, WA , United States | |
T Tony Waltier | Partner - Portfolio Manager | Bothell, WA , United States |
| Partner | Bellevue, WA , United States | |
K Keith Vernon | Principal | Seattle, WA , United States |
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