Christian Lewton, CIO | GHP Investment Advisors | Arvada

Christian Lewton

Christian Lewton

Christian Lewton

Christian Lewton leads GHPIA’s investment research and portfolio strategy, ensuring that every portfolio is built on in-depth analysis, proprietary research, and real-time market evaluation. As a Shareholder and Director of Investment Research, he has developed custom analytical tools that drive security selection, risk management, and portfolio construction.

Christian and his team conduct all research in-house, giving clients a distinct advantage through deeper market insights and a proactive investment approach. He is responsible for identifying opportunities, assessing risks, and maintaining well-diversified portfolios tailored to each client’s goals. His ability to interpret global financial shifts and translate complex data into actionable strategies makes him a key asset to GHPIA’s clients.

In addition to overseeing research, Christian plays a major role in client education. He moderates GHPIA’s annual Economic Forum and presents multiple client webinars each year, offering clear insights into economic and market trends.

Christian earned a B.S. in Business Administration and Accounting from the University of West Virginia, where he also played club hockey. His career includes roles at BNY Mellon, Janus Henderson Investors, and East Daley Capital Advisors, before joining GHPIA in 2017.

A dedicated father and family man, Christian lives in Arvada with his wife, their growing family, and their two St. Bernard mix dogs. While his professional world revolves around investment research and portfolio strategy, his personal life is filled with adventure, competition, and time spent with family.

Christian is an avid golfer and spends much of his free time on the course, where his competitive nature continues to thrive. He and his family also enjoy hiking, camping, and traveling, always seeking out new experiences.


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