F. Chrys Kanos
PROFESSIONAL APPROACH
As a private wealth advisor with nearly 20 years of experience, Chrys’s mission is to help people realize their financial capacity and align their daily decisions with their greatest ambitions. Through thoughtful education, he helps both established and growing professionals and families find the balance between saving for the future and living a great life. One of his specialties is providing hands-on, personal service for clients; he organizes and manages their wealth so they aren’t overwhelmed by decisions, tasks, or planning. He comes alongside them and offers clarity, direction, and support so they can confidently fulfill their goals and aspirations.
Chrys is also the Managing Director of the Northwestern Mutual Charleston, Summerville, and Myrtle Beach offices and is responsible for recruiting, mentoring, and developing new advisors in the South Carolina coastal region.
PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Chrys started his career with Northwestern Mutual in 2007 as a financial representative after attending the University of South Carolina and participating in NM’s internship program in 2006. He was promoted to Recruiting Field Director in 2012, then District Director in 2014. In 2017, with Chrys as District Director, the Charlotte district generated double-digit growth in new clients and revenue and was ranked Top 20 out of more than 275 district offices in the country. In 2018, Chrys became the Managing Director of the Charleston office and co-founded Bera Wealth Advisors with Heath Johnson in 2021.
Education, Awards & Designations
- 2023 - The Post and Courier’s Charleston’s Choice* Awards “Best Investment Firm,” and “Best Financial Planner”
- 2011-2023 – Million Dollar Round Table, Court of the Table
- 2016-2023 – OARS Award winner (recognizes the top 10% of Managing Directors in the company who balance recruiting, development, and production)
- 2022 - The Post and Courier’s Charleston’s Choice* Awards “Best Investment Firm,” “Best Wealth Management,” and “Best Financial Planner”
- 2022 - Mount Pleasant Magazine Best Financial Planner
- 2013-2015 – NAIFA Quality Award
- Chartered Life Underwriter - CLU®
- Chartered Financial Consultant - ChFC®
- Chartered Advisor for Senior Living - CASL®
- Certification in Long-Term Care - CLTC®
- Series 6, 7, 26, and 63 registrations
- Dual degree in corporate finance & management in human resources
*The Post and Courier Charleston's Choice 2023 for "Best Financial Planner" and "Best Investment Firm" is determined by reader votes. Participants do not pay to be considered but do pay marketing fees to the organization to promote the award.
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
- The First Tee Greater Charleston – Board Member
- Charleston Metro Exchange Club – Member
- Local Chamber – Member
PERSONAL FULFILLMENT
Chrys’s greatest passion is spending quality time with his wife McKensie, their daughters Lennox and Hollis, and their two goldendoodles, Sallie and Dutton. Their family lives in Mount Pleasant, and in his spare time, Chrys enjoys golfing, boating, going to the beach, traveling, and experiencing the Charleston dining scene.
