Gene Krinn

About Gene Krinn

Gene Krinn, CFA, is a highly accomplished financial services executive with over 25 years of experience, notably serving for nearly 12 years as Managing Director of a Chicago-based single-family office. He transformed a fragmented operation into a top-tier, 14-employee entity, establishing a multi-generational legacy.As both CIO and COO, Mr. Krinn developed investment philosophies, structured, and managed a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across diverse asset classes, including private equity and hedge funds, while implementing robust risk management. His operational leadership encompassed overseeing 26 household staff, managing seven multi-million-dollar construction projects, and integrating advanced technology for art inventory and philanthropic tracking. He fostered a culture of professionalism and accountability, resulting in minimal staff turnover. His expertise in strategic planning, operational efficiency, technology integration, and governance makes him a valuable strategic advisor to companies, family offices, and wealth management firms. He also holds recent certifications in Cybersecurity and AI.

Experience

1. Principal

   Seagate Global Group

   Jul 2025 — Present · Torrance, CA, US

   Strategic Development, Client Relations

Education

• Concordia College, Ft. Wayne, IN

  BA, Classical Greek/Psychology

  1967 — 1969

• Concordia University Ann Arbor

  AA, Greek

  1966 — 1967

• FINRA

  Series 65, Investments and Securities

• Concordia Theological Seminary

  MDiv, Counseling

  1969 — 1973