
Alexander S. Fernberger
Managing Director, Wealth Advisor

About Alex
Alex Fernberger, managing director, is a wealth advisor with William Blair Private Wealth Management. He brings more than 15 years of experience in the financial services industry to help individuals, families, and businesses pursue their short- and long-term goals.
Alex places a high importance on developing meaningful long-term relationships with his clients. In doing so, he gains clarity about their financial situation and helps them pursue financial independence through comprehensive planning and a disciplined investment approach.
Before joining William Blair, Alex was with Raymond James and earlier with Merrill Lynch. While at Raymond James, Alex was named to Forbes Magazine’s “Best-in-State Next Gen Wealth Advisors” in 2022 and 2023.1 He earned his bachelor’s degree in finance from Drexel University’s LeBow College and graduated from Germantown Friends School.
Alex makes his home in Philadelphia with his wife and their two daughters. He enjoys cooking, playing sports, scuba diving, and volunteering with the PAWs organization.
Professional Recognition and Awards
- Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor Best-in-State, 2022, 2023, 20251
About William Blair
William Blair is a premier global partnership with expertise in investment banking, investment management, and private wealth management. We provide advisory services, strategies, and solutions to meet our clients’ evolving needs. As an independent and employee-owned firm, together with our strategic partners, we operate in more than 20 offices worldwide.*
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1935
Year William Blair was founded
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2,000+
Employees worldwide
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145 billion+
Client assets
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90 Years
Independent and employee-owned
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20+
Offices worldwide
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650+
Companies under coverage
As of June 30, 2025
*Includes strategic partnerships with Allier Capital, BDA Partners, and Poalim Capital Markets.