Christopher Isabella

Christopher Isabella

CPA*/PFS, CGMA
Wealth Advisor, Executive Director
cisabella@htsw.com
216-431-2748
Cleveland
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Education

Bachelor’s degree in accounting from Cleveland State University

Certification(s) & Designation(s)

  • Certified Public Accountant (CPA)*
  • Chartered Global Management Accountant® (CGMA®)
  • Personal Financial Specialist™ (PFS™)

About Christopher

Chris Isabella serves as a wealth advisor & executive director at Hightower Signature Wealth (formerly known as Fairport Wealth), offering clients more than 25 years of industry experience. As a Certified Public Accountant* and Personal Financial Specialist, Chris provides comprehensive financial planning services to clients in the core areas of investment, tax, net worth, insurance, estate, philanthropy, and benefits, while generating new business and leading a team of professionals. He is known for his thoughtful nature and meticulous attention to detail.

Chris began his professional career at Price Waterhouse in Cleveland. Before joining Hightower Signature Wealth in 2006, Chris was a vice president and financial account executive at McCormack Advisors International, a former division of IMG.

Chris graduated from Cleveland State University with a bachelor’s degree in accounting. He is a member of the American Institute of CPAs, as well as the Ohio Society of CPAs.

Chris resides in Rocky River, Ohio, with his wife.

*Licensed, not actively practicing

Christopher’s Recommended Reads

  • 3 minutes

    Moe’s Market Memo – September 18, 2026

    Weekly data-driven insights on the markets and economy Mohammad Abouchleih, MBA, CIMA®Senior Investment Consultant Fed Hikes Rates The Federal Reserve approved a quarter-point interest rate increase on Wednesday, lifting its benchmark rate to 3.75%-4%. The move reflects ongoing concerns about elevated inflation, driven in part by higher energy prices and other economic pressures. Most Fed…

  • 5 minutes

    Weekly Wisdom: Fed Meeting Recap – Higher Rates, Stronger Growth

    The Fed Delivers a Rate Hike The Federal Reserve raised the federal funds target range by 25 basis points to 3.75%–4.00% at its September meeting, marking the first rate increase in more than three years.1 The decision was unanimous and largely anticipated by markets, but the more important message came from the Fed’s updated projections and…

  • 2 minutes

    The Most Powerful Financial Tool Women Have Isn’t Money. It’s Their Voice.

    Why Asking Questions May Be the Key to Financial Empowerment For years, conversations about women’s financial empowerment have centered on income, investing, and retirement planning. While those topics remain important, new research suggests the real catalyst for financial confidence may be something much simpler: asking questions. According to the Savvy Ladies 2026 Mid-Year National Women’s…