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PAUL WILLIAM GOODRICH

Chicago

Summary

Senior Executive with extensive operational, financial, marketing, and business development experience. Proven track record of using practical leadership skills to build businesses and relationships. Execution-oriented with a focus on providing exceptional leadership and delivering strong financial results. An active member of civic and philanthropic communities supporting municipal initiatives and the arts.

Result-driven business leader with proven track record in strategic planning, operational excellence, and financial management. Skilled in fostering team collaboration, driving growth initiatives, and adapting to evolving business needs. Known for strong leadership, effective communication, and focus on achieving measurable results. Proficient in decision-making, conflict resolution, and leveraging market opportunities to maximize profitability.

Overview

38
38
years of professional experience

Work History

Managing Partner

goodrichpartnersllc
01.2016 - Current
  • Provided multidisciplinary consultancy for individuals, families, philanthropy, and government
  • Focused on change management, staffing program restructuring, and business model modification

Chief Operating Officer

City of Chicago
01.2021 - 01.2023
  • Led day-to-day operations for 42 departments and sister agencies
  • Managed 35,000 employees and total operating budgets of $27 billion

Senior Advisor

City of Chicago
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed citywide marketing plan to attract tourists and convention traffic
  • Co-chaired Regional Recovery Taskforce, addressing COVID-19 challenges

Senior Director

BNY Mellon Wealth Management
01.2013 - 01.2016
  • Led business at BNY’s new Chicago office
  • Developed and executed regional marketing, staffing, P/L, and business development plans

Senior Vice President

US Trust Bank of America Private Wealth Management
01.2008 - 01.2013
  • Led transition and integration of LaSalle Bank and US Trust businesses
  • Originated $3B in AUM and Credit for high net-worth families

Vice President

National City Bank (Now PNC)
01.2005 - 01.2008
  • Managed 30 professionals across various roles
  • Achieved 35% year-over-year new business growth
  • 2007 National Excel Award winner

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley & Co.
01.2002 - 01.2005
  • Managed $900 million in assets under management
  • Improved client satisfaction scores from less than 50% to over 90%

Financial Advisor

Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner and Smith
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Participated in the Private Wealth Advisor program
  • Executive Club Award 2002

Vice President - Wealth Management Group

The Northern Trust Company
01.1995 - 01.2000
  • Managed complex family relationships ($100 million asset minimum)
  • Led new business initiatives in San Diego, San Francisco, and Seattle

Trust Officer - Relationship Manager

Harris Trust and Savings Bank/Citibank FSB
01.1988 - 01.1995
  • Managed a client team of ten professionals in the Master Trust Division
  • Designated Key Employee during sale to Citibank

Education

AB History - Political Science

Kenyon College
Gambier, Ohio

Skills

  • Revenue growth
  • Strategic planning
  • Operations management
  • Financial administration
  • Business development expertise
  • Strategic planning skills
  • Business development

Community Service

  • Steppenwolf Theater Company, Treasurer, Trustee, Executive Committee Member
  • Hyde Park Angels, Investor
  • University Club of Chicago, Past Board of Directors and Finance Committee
  • Camp Manitowish YMCA, Past Associate Board

Timeline

Chief Operating Officer

City of Chicago
01.2021 - 01.2023

Senior Advisor

City of Chicago
01.2019 - 01.2021

Managing Partner

goodrichpartnersllc
01.2016 - Current

Senior Director

BNY Mellon Wealth Management
01.2013 - 01.2016

Senior Vice President

US Trust Bank of America Private Wealth Management
01.2008 - 01.2013

Vice President

National City Bank (Now PNC)
01.2005 - 01.2008

Financial Advisor

Morgan Stanley & Co.
01.2002 - 01.2005

Financial Advisor

Merrill Lynch Pierce Fenner and Smith
01.2000 - 01.2002

Vice President - Wealth Management Group

The Northern Trust Company
01.1995 - 01.2000

Trust Officer - Relationship Manager

Harris Trust and Savings Bank/Citibank FSB
01.1988 - 01.1995

AB History - Political Science

Kenyon College

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