Careers

Clearwater Capital Partners seeks team members who embody our core values of stewardship, integrity, and objectivity, and who are dedicated to building the RIA of the future.
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Advisory Teams
& Practices

Established Advisory Practices:

You have invested years building trusted client relationships, developing your reputation, and creating a successful advisory practice. Whether you are considering succession, seeking additional resources, or planning for the next chapter of your career, Clearwater Capital Partners offers a thoughtful transition strategy designed to preserve the value of what you have built.

Our experienced team provides the infrastructure, operational support, investment expertise, and client service resources necessary to ensure continuity for your clients and confidence in the future of your practice. We work closely with advisors to create customized transition solutions that honor their legacy, support their goals, and position clients for long-term success.

Established Wealth Advisory Teams:

Successful advisory teams often reach a point where future growth requires greater scale, expanded resources, and a stronger platform. Clearwater Capital Partners provides an entrepreneurial environment where accomplished teams can accelerate growth while maintaining the personalized service and trusted relationships that define their success.

Our integrated support model includes dedicated professionals across investment management, advanced planning, client experience, operations, compliance, and marketing, allowing advisors to focus on serving clients, pursuing growth opportunities, and building their business. Teams benefit from a collaborative culture, sophisticated infrastructure, and meaningful opportunities for leadership and ownership within a firm committed to long-term growth and succession.

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Individual
Advisors

Succession:

You’ve spent decades building trusted client relationships and a reputation that deserves to endure. Clearwater Capital Partners provides a thoughtful succession solution designed to preserve your legacy, care for your clients, and support your team through a seamless transition. Our experienced professionals, institutional infrastructure, and shared commitment to stewardship ensure that the relationships you’ve built continue to thrive for generations to come.

Mid-Career Advisors: 

You have built a successful practice, earned the trust of your clients, and developed the expertise to make a meaningful impact. At Clearwater Capital Partners, we provide the resources, support, and entrepreneurial environment to help you accelerate your growth and focus on what matters most—serving clients and building lasting relationships.

Our integrated team structure allows advisors to leverage dedicated professionals across investment management, advanced planning, client experience, operations, compliance, and marketing. This collaborative approach enables you to spend more time deepening client relationships, pursuing growth opportunities, and delivering sophisticated advice without carrying the burden of doing everything yourself.

As an independent firm, we offer the flexibility to serve clients objectively, supported by a customized technology platform and a culture grounded in stewardship, integrity, and excellence. For advisors seeking greater opportunity, expanded capabilities, and a pathway to long-term leadership and ownership, Clearwater Capital Partners provides an environment where both you and your clients can thrive.

Next-Gen Advisors: 

We seek exceptional advisors early in their careers who have demonstrated talent, ambition, and a commitment to serving clients with excellence. At Clearwater Capital Partners, we believe the future of our profession depends on developing the next generation of leaders, advisors, and owners.

Our collaborative environment provides access to experienced mentors, sophisticated planning resources, institutional investment expertise, and a multidisciplinary team dedicated to delivering an exceptional client experience. Advisors are encouraged to contribute ideas, expand their capabilities, and take on increasing responsibility as they grow within the organization.

As an independent firm committed to long-term succession and sustainability, we offer meaningful opportunities for professional development, leadership advancement, and participation in the future success of the firm. For those who are driven to continually improve, embrace lifelong learning, and build lasting relationships, Clearwater Capital Partners provides a platform to accelerate your growth and maximize your impact.

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Team
Members

At Clearwater Capital Partners, exceptional client outcomes are the result of exceptional teamwork. Our firm is built around a collaborative model where specialists across Portfolio Management, Advanced Planning, Client Experience, and Operations work together to deliver sophisticated solutions and an outstanding client experience.

We seek professionals who are committed to excellence, embrace continual learning, and are energized by the opportunity to contribute their expertise within a highly collaborative environment. Whether your strengths lie in investment management, financial planning, client service, operations, or business support, every team member plays an important role in helping clients live with confidence, joy, and a spirit of abundance.

As Clearwater continues to grow, we are committed to investing in our people through professional development, leadership opportunities, mentorship, and a culture grounded in stewardship, integrity, and purpose.

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We value
professionals who…


  • Put clients’ interests ahead of their own.
  • Seek continual growth and intellectual curiosity.
  • Believe character is as important as competency.
  • Desire to contribute to something larger than themselves.
  • Embrace stewardship, generosity, and community impact.

Why Clearwater Capital


Empowering Representation in Wealth Management:

“I chose Clearwater Capital because it combines the sophistication of a larger firm with the collaboration and personal connection of a boutique practice. As a Wealth Advisor, I have the opportunity to build meaningful client relationships, continue growing professionally, and help create greater representation within our industry. It’s rewarding to be part of a firm that values both excellence and the unique perspectives each team member brings to the clients we serve.”


Melissa Dailey-Newman, CDFA®, AWMA®

Wealth Advisor

Teamwork and Integrity at the Core:

“What sets Clearwater apart is the caliber of people and the culture we’ve built together. We challenge one another to think strategically, collaborate openly, and continually raise the standard of excellence for our clients. As the firm continues to grow, there are meaningful opportunities to contribute, lead, and help shape the future of an organization grounded in both character and expertise.”


Tyler J. Beachler, CFA®

Managing Partner, Portfolio Management

Deputy Chief Investment Strategist

Championing Philanthropy and Community:

“At Clearwater Capital, success is measured not only by the outcomes we achieve for clients, but also by the impact we can make in the communities we serve. Through the Clearwater Capital Foundation, every team member has the opportunity to participate in meaningful philanthropy, volunteerism, and community engagement. It’s a culture that connects purpose with professional growth and empowers individuals to make a difference both inside and outside the firm.”


Katie L. Berganske-Frank

Chief Revenue Officer

Our Team members Enjoy


Our Team members Enjoy


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Best Places to Work


Clearwater Capital Partners was named one of the Best Places to Work in Illinois 2026 by the Daily Herald.

Employee Engagement


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John E. Chapman Chief Executive Officer
Tell Us About Yourself.

If you value intentional strategy to protect, sustain, and grow generational wealth . . .

If you appreciate the freedom of open architecture and the power of independent advice to align solutions with your unique goals . . .

If you recognize that enduring success requires a trusted partner to navigate complexity in an ever-changing world . . .

If you understand that time is your most limited and valuable asset, and you seek the freedom to focus on what matters most . . .

. . . We should talk.

content-image Katie L. Berganske-Frank Chief Revenue Officer
Tell Us About Yourself.

If you suspect a more robust operating model could propel your practice forward . . .

If your current leadership team does not perfectly align to the vision you have for your practice . . .

If you want to be at the forefront of the rapidly evolving advisory industry

. . . . We should talk.