Robert H. Weis, CFP® Private Wealth Advisor, Founder of CenterCoast Private Wealth Management in Lake Forest, IL

Robert H. Weis, CFP®

Private Wealth Advisor, Founder

Robert H. Weis brings over 32 years of experience in the financial services industry. He earned his Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Wisconsin–Madison. After graduation, Robert began his career at Marsh & McLennan as an actuary, advising large corporate pension plans. In 1993, he transitioned to Wells Fargo Advisors as a Financial Advisor, where he has since provided personalized, high-quality financial guidance to individuals.

Robert earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation in 1999. Achieving this credential required completing an approved education program, passing a rigorous examination, and meeting stringent experience requirements. Robert also adheres to a strict Code of Ethics and fulfills annual continuing education requirements to stay current on planning strategies and financial trends. His experience has been recognized by Forbes, naming him among Illinois’ “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” from 2019 to 2024, most recently ranking 41st in the state of Illinois (excluding Chicago) in 2022.

Robert likes to relax outside the office playing paddle tennis, biking, skiing and following his favorite sports teams. 

He and his wife Carolyn reside in Lake Bluff and enjoy traveling, supporting local community events and spending time with their 6 adult children and 5 grandchildren

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2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors; Awarded April 2024; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/22 – 6/30/23 (Source: Forbes.com). The Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors rating algorithm is based on the previous year’s industry experience, interviews, compliance records, assets under management, revenue and other criteria by SHOOK Research, LLC. Investment performance is not a criterion. Self-completed survey was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria. 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2023; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/21 – 6/30/22 (Source: Forbes.com). 2022 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded April 2022; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/20 – 6/30/21 (Source: Forbes.com). 2021 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2021; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/19 – 6/30/20 (Source: Forbes.com). 2020 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded January 2020; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/18 – 6/30/19 (Source: Forbes.com). 2019 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors: Awarded February 2019; Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on the time period from 6/30/17 – 6/30/18 (Source: Forbes.com).

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