Christopher McMahon

, AWMA®

The AWMA® certification is a wealth management credential awarded by the College for Financial Planning® to individuals who meet its education, examination and ethics requirements. Recipients of the AWMA® designation have completed the AWMA® Professional Designation Program, which requires ongoing adherence to the Code of Ethics, the completion of 15 modules addressing areas such as asset management, investment performance and the taxation of investment products, and the passage of a comprehensive, closed-book financial examination. In order to maintain the designation, certificants are required to complete 15 hours of continuing education every two years and reaffirm their adherence to the Standards of Professional Conduct.

, ChFC®

The ChFC® designation is a financial planning credential awarded by the American College to individuals who satisfy its educational, work experience and ethics requirements. Recipients of the ChFC® certification have completed at least seven mandatory college-level courses in the areas of financial, insurance, retirement and/or estate planning, as well as income taxation and/or investments. Additionally, recipients have completed at least two elective courses on the financial system, estate planning applications, executive compensation, and/or retirement decisions. In order to maintain the designation, ChFC® holders must satisfy the ongoing requirements of the Professional Achievement in Continuing Education (“PACE”) Recertification Program, which includes 30 hours of continuing education at least every two years.

Chris McMahon is a leader in faith-based financial planning, bringing over 30 years of experience to his role as the President and CEO of Aquinas Wealth Advisors and MFA Wealth, based in Pittsburgh, PA. Passionate about helping individuals and organizations align their financial decisions with their Catholic faith, Chris has dedicated his career to ensuring that financial planning reflects Catholic values. As the author of Faithful Finances: Six Steps to Establishing a Catholic Financial Life, he provides practical guidance to families looking to integrate faith into their financial decisions. Chris’s deep commitment to both his clients and the Catholic community extends beyond financial advice—his work embodies the principles of charity, pro-life advocacy, and faith-driven leadership.

A passionate advocate for pro-life causes, Chris is an active board member of Legatus and founder of Mary’s Place Pittsburgh, a maternity home supporting pregnant women in need. He is also the founder of the Catholics at the Shore conference, an event dedicated to fostering spiritual growth and the exchange of ideas related to faith-based financial planning.

Chris’s work goes beyond simply offering financial expertise. His ability to integrate Catholic teachings with modern financial strategies has made him a sought-after speaker and consultant. He believes in empowering individuals to build a secure financial future while remaining true to their Catholic values. Whether through estate planning, charitable giving, or investment strategies, Chris’s approach helps his clients live out their faith in every aspect of their financial lives.

Chris McMahon often appears on Mornings with Maria and is highly active in Catholic media, having been a guest on programs such as One America News Network Nights with Chris Boyle, EWTN News Nightly, and Conversations with Cardinal Dolan.

Chris is also a member of The Catholic Speakers Organization™, the largest Catholic-focused speaking agency and network in the world. It is the leading resource for anyone looking to book a faith-based professional or celebrity speaker for their next event or conference.

Chris graduated from Duquesne University in 1986 with a BA in economics. He also earned the ChFC (Chartered Financial Consultant) designation from the American College in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania, in May of 1990. In January of 2005, Chris earned the AWMA (Accredited Wealth Management Advisor) designation through the College for Financial Planning in Denver, Colorado.

Chris and his wife Molly have been married for 25 years and have five children: Kate, Will, Jack, Hugh, and Emma.

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