Charlie Ponce
About Charlie Ponce
Charlie Ponce is a Senior Wealth Strategist Associate at UBS in Chicago, with over 15 years of investment experience. He has previously held positions at Northwestern Mutual, Credit Suisse, and Breakwater Trading, among others.
Current Role at UBS
Charlie Ponce serves as a Senior Wealth Strategist Associate at UBS, a position he has held since 2016. He is based in Chicago and has accumulated eight years of experience in this role. His responsibilities include providing strategic wealth management advice and solutions to clients, leveraging his extensive background in finance and investment.
Previous Experience in Wealth Management
Prior to his current role, Charlie worked at Northwestern Mutual as an Associate Wealth Management Advisor from 2012 to 2015. During his three years there, he focused on helping clients with their financial planning and investment strategies. This experience laid the groundwork for his expertise in wealth management.
Background in Trading and Analysis
Charlie Ponce began his career trading options and futures strategies at the Chicago Mercantile Exchange (CME). He later worked as a Clerk/Trader at Breakwater Trading from 2008 to 2010 and as a Treasury Trader at Gelber Group LLC from 2010 to 2011. Additionally, he served as a Business Analyst at Credit Suisse for seven months in 2015-2016, further diversifying his experience in finance.
Educational Qualifications
Charlie earned a Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) in Finance from the University of Iowa, where he studied from 1998 to 2002. He also graduated with a certificate in International Business, enhancing his understanding of global finance. His education has equipped him with a solid foundation in financial principles and practices.
Professional Certifications and Memberships
Charlie Ponce is a member of the CFA Institute, reflecting his commitment to professional standards in investment management. He holds a certification in public accounting and investment performance measurement, demonstrating his expertise in financial analysis and reporting.