John Draper

John Draper, AWM, currently serves as Senior Vice President - Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Manager within the Senior Portfolio Manager Group at RBC Wealth Management, a role held since November 2011. Previous experience includes positions as Senior Investment Consultant and Portfolio Manager at Robert W. Baird & Co. from May 2008 to November 2011, and as Partner and Vice President at William Blair & Company, LLC from April 1985 to May 2008. Early career contributions included a Vice President role in Sales Management at Procter & Gamble after honorable retirement from the United States Army as a Captain. Initial leadership training began in the 3rd Armored Division, serving as a 2nd Lieutenant following Officer Training at Fort Benning. Educational credentials include a Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering from the United States Military Academy at West Point.