Christopher Quigley
Senior Research Analyst at Kovitz Investment Group Partners, LLC
About
Christopher Quigley, CFA, is a Senior Research Analyst at Kovitz Investment Group based in Orange County, California. In his current role, he conducts rigorous fundamental research and analysis, identifying new investment opportunities and maintaining industry, company, and macroeconomic models for the firm’s value-focused equity portfolios. His responsibilities include evaluating stocks across sectors and contributing to Kovitz’s asset management and advisory strategies, including The Prudent Speculator newsletter.
Quigley primarily focuses on value investing, leveraging in-depth analysis of equities with an emphasis on companies trading below intrinsic value. He covers a wide range of U.S. and global equity sectors, applying disciplined selection, patience, and diversification in his investment approach. His expertise includes sector analysis, industry modeling, and the identification of undervalued stocks aligned with Kovitz’s core value philosophy.
Before joining Kovitz in 2018 through its acquisition of AFAM Capital, Quigley spent nearly a decade at AFAM Capital as a Senior Research Analyst. He holds a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from the University of Southern California and is a CFA charterholder. Quigley is also a member of the CFA Society of Orange County, and is recognized for his contributions to value investing research and long-term wealth management strategies.
Career History
| Organization | Role | Date Range | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Kovitz Investment Group | Senior Research Analyst | Oct 2018 to Present | — |
| AFAM Capital, Inc. | Senior Research Analyst | May 2009 to Oct 2018 | 2017-2018 Perform fundamental and macroeconomic analyses, including research on subjects including analyst estimate accuracy, event-driven market performance, Federal Reserve action cause and effect, ... |
| Loft, Montage Resort and Spa | Server's Assistant | Apr 2007 to May 2009 | — |
| Quigley Insurance Services Inc | Office Assistant | Jun 2006 to Aug 2006 | Assisted in writing and executing surety bonds for contractors Learned responsibilities of a principal-agent relationship, Duty of Loyalty, and the function of the surety |
Education
University of Southern California
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
Others at Kovitz Investment Group Partners, LLC (11)
| Name | Role | Location |
|---|---|---|
| Trading Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Principal | Chicago, IL , United States | |
D Dan Murphy | Principal and Portfolio Manager, Kovitz, Madison-WI | Madison, WI , United States |
| Principal, Portfolio Manager | Aliso Viejo, CA , United States | |
J Jason Petitte | Principal, Senior Research Analyst | Chicago, IL , United States |
J Joel Hirsh | Co-Chief Investment Officer | Chicago, IL , United States |
J Jonathan Shapiro | Principal | Chicago, IL , United States |
| Portfolio Manager | Lake Forest, IL , United States | |
| Portfolio Manager | Chicago, IL , United States | |
| Client Portfolio Manager | Highland Park, IL , United States |