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Dirk Harris
Senior Vice President, Private Client Advisor
Professional Profile
Dirk Harris is a Senior Vice President and Private Client Advisor at Bank of America Private Bank based in San Diego, California. In this role, Dirk is responsible for identifying the needs of ultra-high-net-worth clients, providing guidance and coordinating with the appropriate professionals across Bank of America and its affiliates to support an overall wealth management strategy. In his approach he provides a thoughtful and thorough wealth management experience to individuals and families of significant wealth. This experience consists of education, advice, implementation and professional service focused on the management and eventual transfer of a client’s wealth.
Dirk brings a unique background to his role with the Private Bank, giving him insight into the complex wealth management needs of wealthy individuals and families. Prior to joining the Private Bank, Dirk served as Managing Director of the Private Client Group of an independent registered investment advisory firm. Previously, Dirk was the Chief Investment Officer and Portfolio Manager with an Indiana-based Single Family Office. His near two-decade career working with families of significant wealth helps him advise his clients through their own lifestyle, legacy, and philanthropic goals.
Dirk Harris is a graduate of Louisiana State University Honors College with Bachelor of Science degrees in microbiology and finance. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, as well as a a CFA® charterholder.
An active member of his community, Dirk currently serves on the board of the Rotary Club of La Jolla and The Old Globe Theater.
Dirk does not provide legal advice in his role at the Private Bank.
CFA® and Chartered Financial Analyst® are registered trademarks owned by CFA Institute.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S.
ORGANIZATIONS
- CFA Society - San Diego
- Rotary Club of La Jolla
- The Old Globe Theater - Advisory Board Member
EDUCATION
- Louisiana State University
LANGUAGES
- English
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