Chris Jackson

Chris Jackson is a dedicated and seasoned financial advisor, bringing over 15 years of deep expertise to the firm. A CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional since 2013, Chris holds a BA from UCLA and earned his MBA in Financial Planning from California Lutheran University.

Prior to joining Pure Financial, Chris worked with various large RIAs and owned and operated his independent Registered Investment Advisor (RIA), where he served a select clientele of high-net-worth individuals, professional athletes, and business owners. Throughout his career, he has overseen client assets, specializing in the integration of retirement planning, proactive tax strategies, and disciplined investment management.

Demonstrating a profound commitment to industry integrity, Chris served as a member of the CFP Board’s Disciplinary and Ethics Commission, where he reviewed and adjudicated alleged violations of the Board’s Standards of Professional Conduct. An accomplished educator, he has taught advanced tax and personal finance strategies at numerous colleges and professional associations. His insights have been featured in premier financial outlets, including The Wall Street Journal, CNN, The Huffington Post, and The Washington Post.

Beyond the office, Chris is a co-founder of The ARC Foundation, which has raised money for women escaping domestic violence and provided hundreds of Christmas gifts for the Texas Baptist Children’s Home.

A true fitness enthusiast, Chris enjoys strength training, yoga, and embarking on outdoor adventures with his English Golden Retriever, Luther. In his spare time, he also enjoys the creative challenge of performing sketch comedy, improv, and stand-up.