Brad McMillan

Brad started at Commonwealth in 2006, heading the alternative investments group. Since then, he has risen through the Investment Research ranks, to director of research and then chief investment officer. As managing principal, he oversees Commonwealth's investment and asset management groups, chairing the investment committee and acting as the primary spokesperson for the firm's investment divisions. Brad is a frequent commentator on the financial markets, U.S. economic policy, and the global economy for a range of national media outlets. He also acts as a key consultant for advisors and clients when markets get difficult.

Brad maintains a daily blog, The Independent Market Observer, and is a regular contributor to Forbes. He also is a frequent guest speaker at industry conferences.