Chris Mankoff is a partner at JTL Wealth Partners and a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional with extensive experience guiding clients through complex financial landscapes. Since beginning his career in wealth management and financial planning in 2009, Chris has held roles at one of the world’s largest global financial institutions as well as at one of the largest online investment platforms, gaining deep insight into both traditional and innovative approaches to managing wealth.
Throughout his career, Chris has built a reputation for integrity and meticulous attention to detail, guided by the principle of treating clients as he would want to be treated. He specializes in serving high income and high-net-worth individuals, offering sophisticated strategies tailored to their unique needs. Chris collaborates seamlessly with clients’ CPAs, attorneys, insurance agents, and benefits coordinators to ensure comprehensive, coordinated financial planning. Chris believes that building a strong financial future starts with having a clear, thoughtful plan. He works closely with clients to map out the steps they need to feel confident about what’s ahead, combining planning with smart investment strategies that fit their unique goals. Whether it’s finding ways to lower costs, reduce taxes, manage large stock positions, or seeking to boost portfolio income, Chris focuses on practical solutions that help clients keep more of what they’ve earned and feel secure about their financial journey. Chris holds a degree from the University of North Texas and earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation from Pepperdine University. He also maintains his Series 7, Series 66, and General Lines Life, and Health licenses.
Outside of work, Chris lives in Roanoke with his wife, Lisa, their daughter, Carsyn, and son, Connor. He enjoys spending quality time with his family, supporting his daughter’s dance pursuits, reading, golfing, and remaining a dedicated—if occasionally exasperated—fan of the Dallas Cowboys.
Recognized nationally for his expertise, Chris has been featured in premier financial media including Investor’s Business Daily, CNBC Make It, InvestmentNews, ETF.com, MarketWatch, Investopedia, MSN, and the New York Post.