Chris Hyzy

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Chief Investment Officer at Bank of America

New York City Metropolitan Area, United States

Overview

Chris Hyzy is the Chief Investment Officer for Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank, where he directs the firms investment strategy and asset allocation. A graduate of Villanova University and NYUs Stern School of Business, he has held senior investment roles at Citigroup and Merrill Lynch throughout his extensive career.

Outside of work, Chris is deeply connected to his alma mater, serving on the Board of Trustees for Villanova University. He has a passion for sports, having played baseball in college and later coaching youth football and basketball. He also played on a national championship softball team.

Interesting fact: Chris had early ambitions of playing baseball professionally before an unsuccessful tryout at Villanova shifted his focus to a successful career in finance.

Personality Overview

Strategic Planner

Results Focused

Fast-paced

They might take some time to make their mind up but once they do, they don't change it easily.  They exhibit a rare combination of being result-oriented but patient at the same time. Reading between the lines and seeing beyond your words comes naturally to them.

Topics They Care About

Investment Strategy
As CIO, he frequently discusses market outlook, portfolio construction, and navigating economic cycles in public commentary and interviews.
Asset-Light Era
He has a forward-looking thesis that companies with fewer fixed costs and more cash will see higher multiples and drive market performance.
Digital Infrastructure
Believes the buildout of digital infrastructure, particularly driven by AI and data centers, is a significant, long-term investment opportunity.

Media Appearances

Chris has no verified media appearances

Work History

7-2015
Chief Investment Officer at Bank of America
9-2007 - 7-2015
Chief Investment Office - Head of U.S. Trust Investment Management at U.S. Trust
12-2005 - 9-2007
Chief Investment Stategist at U.S. Trust
2-2004 - 12-2005
Chief Investment Officer & Head of Product Strategy, Latin American Market at Citi
Director, Investment Policy Group at Merrill Lynch

Education

1996 - 1998
Master of Business Administration - MBA from New York University
1987 - 1991
Bachelor of Arts - BA from Villanova University

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Insights For Selling To Chris

During A Call Or A Meeting

DO's

  • Ask them at the end if they see a strong value prop in your product; expect an honest answer
  • During followups, use phone or text if needed, they should be fine
  • Focus on the results that your product produces, expect some strategic questions in return

DONT's

  • Don't go over them unless you are left with no other option
  • Don't shy away from asking hard questions, but be extra polite
  • Don't focus too much on mutual contacts or bother about other stakeholders, focus on them

When Cold Calling

When Writing An Email

While Negotiating & Closing

    The secret to closing fast with Chris is

  • Strong proof of impact and their conviction will matter the most, but they wouldn't want to act unilaterally either
  • Will you ever get a clear answer from Chris

  • They will say no if they are not convinced but you will have to prompt them.

Insights For Deal Planning

    How fast (or slow) will Chris move?

  • They will want to understand things well but can move fast once they have a clear picture.
  • Can Chris take some risk or not?

  • They have good risk tolerance but are likely to think it through once or twice.

You And Chris

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