Strategic Wealth Associates
Financial Planner and Investment Specialist
San Diego, Calif. 

Chris Rand, MSFS, CFP^®, AEP^®, CLU^®, is currently a financial planner and Investment Specialist at Strategic Wealth Associates in San Diego, Calif.

Chris has been an FPA member since 2001 and has held various leadership roles with FPA of San Diego including president, board chair, public relations director, government relations director, program director and secretary. He was elected to the National Board of Directors in November 2009 to serve a 3 year term as a National Board Member (2010-2012). Chris was awarded the Heart of Financial Planning award in 2008 by FPA of San Diego. This award is presented to someone who is a chapter member or community leader of the greater San Diego community that demonstrates a commitment to the highest standards of professional competence, integrity, relationships and stewardship.

Chris has more than 14 years of experience in the financial services industry and currently hosts a weekly talk radio program in San Diego titled, "Your Family Matters," which educates consumers on the financial planning process. Chris holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Finance from San Diego State University, and a Master of Science in Financial Services from the American College.