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Chris Watkins, J.D., CTFA

720 E. Broadway
Fourth Floor
Columbia, MO 65201

Phone: 

Hours: 

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Chris Watkins, J.D., CTFA

Vice President & Relationship Manager

PROFILE

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DIRECT PHONE

tel:573-817-8678

EMAIL ADDRESS

chris.watkins@centraltrust.net

PROFILE

LinkedIn

DIRECT PHONE

tel:573-817-8678

EMAIL ADDRESS

chris.watkins@centraltrust.net

Chris has worked in private practice as an attorney for over 20 years, representing and advising individuals and businesses in matters involving estate planning, corporate law, contracts, and business transactions. Chris’s primary role at Central Trust Company is to provide guidance and expertise to clients in matters concerning estate planning, trust administration, wealth management, and business succession planning.

Education & Certifications

  • Juris Doctor, University of Missouri – Columbia School of Law
  • Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance and Real Estate, University of Missouri – Columbia

 

Interests & Activities

Chris has served as an officer and board member for Youth Empowerment Zone. He is proud to be an Eagle Scout, and has served on the board for the Great Rivers Council of the Boy Scouts of America. Chris has been an active member of the Rotary Club of Columbia, Missouri for many years, through which he frequently donates his time helping other local organizations, including the Food Bank for Central and Northeast Missouri and the Voluntary Action Center.

Outside of the office, enjoys spending time with his wife and two daughters. He also enjoys outdoor activities, including camping, kayaking, canoeing, and fly fishing.

720 E. Broadway
Fourth Floor
Columbia, MO 65201

Phone: 

Hours: 

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Our Columbia Team

Bryan Allee, J.D.
Executive Vice President & Chief Fiduciary Officer
John Bailey, CFP®
Executive Vice President & Chief Revenue Officer
Greg Berg, CFA, CAIA, MBA
Senior Vice President & Regional Chief Investment Officer
Arthur Blackman, MBA
Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Megan Crocker
Assistant Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor
Destiny Dollinger
Wealth Management Advisor
Gary Dyer, CFA
Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Chris Harris, J.D., CPA, CFP®
Assistant Vice President & Wealth Management Advisor
Denny Lachcik, MBA
Vice President & Portfolio Manager
Missy Montgomery, MBA, CAP®
Wealth Management Advisor
Vice President & Relationship Manager
Beth Naylor, CTFA
Assistant Vice President & Relationship Manager
Kim Schwend, CISP
Vice President & Relationship Manager
John Stringer, CFP®, CTFA
Senior Vice President & Columbia Market Executive
Brett Windsor, CFA
Associate Portfolio Manager

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