Chris MacFarlane, CPWA®, CEPA, is a Managing Principal at The Metropolitan Group Wealth Advisors. He provides customized investment planning and personalized service to entrepreneurs, executives, high-net-worth families, and their foundations.

With more than 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, Chris understands the unique challenges and complexities involved in family-owned business transitions, multi-generational wealth transfer, and complex investment strategies. He and his team work closely with clients and their trusted tax and legal advisors to design and deliver comprehensive investment strategies that help manage taxes, provide income strategies during retirement, and facilitate the transfer of wealth. Chris and his team are committed to being readily available to assist clients whenever and wherever needs arise.

Chris earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Foreign Language and International Trade from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, and a Master of Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis, MO. He is a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®), an advanced credential focused on serving high-net-worth individuals through the life cycle of wealth. He also holds the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation, which focuses on preparing business owners and their companies for eventual sale.

Chris and his wife, Becky, are the proud parents of three sons, Chase, Conal, and Bryce. As a family, they enjoy traveling and share a love of food.

Ryan Blauch, CPWA®, is a Financial Consultant with The Metropolitan Group Wealth Advisors. He is passionate about working with individuals, families, and businesses to build wealth and chart financial paths aligned with their unique goals. Ryan is committed to understanding each client’s objectives and developing long-term, cohesive plans tailored to their specific needs and circumstances.

Ryan believes in collaborating with other professionals who support his clients. By fostering these relationships, he helps empower wealth distribution, asset transfer, charitable planning, business succession strategies, and other investment approaches designed to enhance wealth creation and transfer across generations.

With more than 17 years of experience in the financial services industry, Ryan and his team share a strong commitment to listening to and understanding clients’ goals and risk tolerance. He works to assist, educate, and develop long-term financial strategies that serve as a blueprint for their future.

Ryan earned a Bachelor of Arts in Corporate Communications from Elon University. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute.

Ryan and his wife, Amy, live in Naples with their two children, Charlotte and Wyatt. He is actively involved in the local community, including youth soccer coaching and participation in the Estate Planning Council of Naples.

Becky MacFarlane is a Senior Client Associate with The Metropolitan Group Wealth Advisors. She works alongside her husband, Chris MacFarlane, CPWA®, CEPA, Managing Principal, to help provide clients with exceptional service. Becky is often the first point of contact for clients introduced to the practice. In addition to supporting the practice by managing Chris’s calendar, she is responsible for event planning, client outreach, and working with internal compliance.

Becky entered the financial services industry after a career managing medical offices. From that experience, she brings strong attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a deep commitment to client service and confidentiality. She earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Southern Illinois University in Carbondale, IL, where she and Chris met.

Becky and Chris live in Naples, FL with their three sons, Chase, Conal, and Bryce. She enjoys attending her sons’ sporting events and spending time on the boat with her family on weekends. When time permits, Becky also enjoys traveling or taking a moment to relax before returning to her active family life.