Christian M. Waite
Vice President, Wealth Advisor
About Christian
Christian Waite is a wealth advisor for Marquis Wealth Advisors with William Blair Private Wealth Management. With more than 25 years of experience, he provides comprehensive financial guidance to high-net-worth individuals, families, foundations, and business owners. Christian helps clients preserve and transfer wealth while navigating complex markets with clarity and confidence. He prioritizes lasting relationships grounded in trust and collaboration, taking a personalized approach to developing strategies that align with each client’s long-term financial goals.
Christian graduated from Lafayette College in 2000 and resides in Northfield, Illinois with his wife and two children. In his free time, he enjoys traveling with his family, playing golf and paddle, and watching his beloved Chicago sports teams.
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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1935Year William Blair was founded
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1,950+Employees worldwide
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150 billion+Client assets
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90 YearsIndependent and employee-owned
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20+Offices worldwide
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650+Companies under coverage
As of September 30, 2025
*Includes strategic partnerships with Allier Capital, BDA Partners, and Poalim Capital Markets.