Chris Cornelison, MPA
Advisor
Cheri Bustamante
Cody Cassidy, CFP®
I believe the best financial planning starts with listening. Before joining TCI Wealth Advisors, I spent nearly 15 years in public service, most recently as Deputy Town Manager for the Town of Oro Valley, where my responsibilities included overseeing the Town’s 457 retirement plan. Throughout my career, I learned the importance of understanding what matters to people, helping them navigate complex decisions, and earning their trust along the way.
That same approach is at the heart of how I work with clients today. I want to understand your story, what matters to you and what you hope to accomplish. My goal is to make financial decisions feel clearer and more manageable, with straightforward guidance, and a plan built around your priorities. I especially enjoy working with public employees, educators and business owners, as well as helping younger people build a strong financial foundation.
I grew up in Glendale, Arizona, and came to Tucson for college, where I met my wife, Bernadette. Today, we’re raising our family here and enjoying everything Tucson has to offer. Family, education and community are incredibly important to us. We also have strong ties to the University of Arizona, where Bernadette is a professor and I serve as an adjunct instructor and guest speaker.
Describe your passion for the industry and your role:
I grew up in a blue-collar household and watched my parents work incredibly hard to provide for my sister and me. My father was a small business owner and my mother worked in elementary education. They built a good life for our family, but they didn’t always have access to the kind of financial guidance they needed. That experience motivated me to learn more about financial planning and help family and friends navigate their own financial decisions. Over time, I realized how much I enjoyed helping people understand their options and find a path forward. Making the transition to financial planning gave me the opportunity to take what I valued most about my career in public service, listening, problem-solving and helping people, and bringing it to my work with clients every day.
What brings you happiness and fulfillment in your life?
My wife inspires me, and my children remind me to continue trying to be a better person. I also find fulfillment in helping others. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends, attending University of Arizona events, hiking in the Catalina Mountains and exploring Tucson’s local restaurants and community events.
Get in touch with Chris Cornelison, MPA
4011 East Sunrise Dr.
Tucson, Arizona 85718
Phone: (520) 733-1477
chris.cornelison@tciwealth.comChris' Financial Tip
Be intentional with your money. It’s difficult to know where it goes if you’re not paying attention. Creating a budget and having a financial plan can help provide greater flexibility and more options for the future. For me, that’s an important part of what financial freedom means.
Education
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University of Arizona
BS in Public Administration -
University of Arizona
Master of Public Administration
Accreditations, Awards & Accolades
- Southern Arizona Hispanic Chamber of Commerce 40 under 40 Honoree, 2022
- Oro Valley Town Manager’s Manager Award, 2021
- Series 65
Chris's Picks
Hobbies & INTEREST
Sports Fan
Hiking
Traveling
Foodie
Blog Posts:
The Planning Window: What to Consider Before and After a Liquidity Event
Oct 6
Your Equity Compensation Is a Retirement Plan — Whether You Meant It to Be or Not
Sep 29
Open Enrollment: Your Annual Planning Checkpoint
Sep 23
Medicare IRMAA: The Retirement Cost That Catches Many by Surprise
Sep 15
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Advisor, ShareholderGet in touch with Chris Cornelison, MPA
4011 East Sunrise Dr.
Tucson, Arizona 85718
Phone: (520) 733-1477
chris.cornelison@tciwealth.com