Michael Absher

Michael F. Absher, Jr., CIMA®, CPWA®, is the Founder and Chief Investment Officer of Absher Wealth Management, a fee-only Registered Investment Advisor based in Chapel Hill, NC. In his role, he leads the firm’s investment strategy and oversees customized portfolio management, financial planning, and consulting services for individuals, high-net-worth families, trusts, and corporate clients.

Absher and his team focus primarily on equity and fixed income securities with an emphasis on large-cap U.S. stocks and investment-grade bonds, utilizing a value-driven approach that centers on high-quality businesses with predictable cash flows, strong balance sheets, and consistent dividend growth. Client portfolios frequently include direct ownership of equities such as Microsoft, PepsiCo, and Alphabet, and may incorporate additional securities like ETFs, mutual funds, and cash alternatives to meet specific goals and risk profiles.

Prior to founding Absher Wealth Management in 2019, Michael Absher spent more than two decades at Wells Fargo Advisors, where he served as Managing Director, Investment Officer, and Senior PIM Portfolio Manager, and earlier at A.G. Edwards as a Financial Advisor. He is a graduate of the University of Richmond, holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designations, and is recognized for his expertise in comprehensive wealth management, tax-efficient investment strategies, and fiduciary client service.