John Nicholas

John Nicholas is a Partner at Chicago Partners Wealth Advisors based in Chicago, IL, where he oversees the management of multi-asset class portfolios for high-net-worth individuals and institutional investors. His responsibilities include providing strategic investment guidance across a broad range of asset classes, tailoring solutions for ultra-high-net-worth clients, and managing family office relationships.

John specializes in portfolio management involving public and private markets, with deep expertise in equities, fixed income, alternative investments, private equity, and hedge funds. He brings extensive experience navigating complex markets and constructing portfolios for clients seeking long-term capital appreciation and risk management across diverse sectors.

Throughout his career, John has held senior roles at leading investment organizations, including serving as Managing Director and Head of Fund Portfolio Management at Guggenheim Partners and Director of Public Markets at Vulcan Capital Management. He is a magna cum laude graduate of Harvard University and holds a Doctor of Law (J.D.) from Northwestern University School of Law, as well as the CAIA (Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst) designation, underscoring his expertise in alternative asset management.