Chris grew up on a small farm in the middle of Washington State. His personal involvement and experiences in multiple family-owned businesses contributed to his work ethic and interest in becoming an entrepreneur. At a young age, Chris began exploring different ways to enhance his earnings. While still in middle school, he learned how to read the stock listings in the paper and how to research investments. Using summer job money, he bought his first stock in his early teens.

This investing experience led him to earn a degree in finance and then become a professional financial advisor. In the fall of 2008, during the global financial crisis, Chris decided to move on from a national financial firm to establish Peterson Wealth Advisory. He wanted to provide independent and comprehensive financial advice that was in the clients best interest. He has been a Certified Financial Planner™ Professional since 2011, and a member of NAPFA (a fee-only, fiduciary association) since 2020.

Chris is a follower of Jesus, is an active member in his church and does bible studies to continue growing in his faith. Together, with the love of his life April, they raise three beautiful and talented daughters.

To help keep his mind and body healthy he enjoys gardening, running and hiking in the mountains and traveling to new places. To reward himself he enjoys discovering great donut shops, baking with his kids and playing Fortnite from time to time!