“One of my first observations as a young financial advisor more than two decades ago was how significant of an impact a good financial planner can have on people’s lives.”

Michael has been in the investment industry for over twenty five years. He works at Fragasso as the Manager of our Cool Springs Branch location and a financial advisor, managing and monitoring client investment portfolios. His key responsibilities include the management of the Cool Springs office, as well as working with clients on the creation and implementation of financial plans, asset modeling, review meetings and ongoing communications.

Michael was born and raised in Bethel Park where he currently resides with his wife and their two children. He earned his bachelor’s degree in political arts from Slippery Rock University. In his spare time, Michael enjoys spending time with his family and visiting his two children, Kaitlyn and Bailey. Kaitlyn attends Chatham University where she plays on the women’s basketball team. Baily is a graduate of Duquesne University and is currently a police officer with the Jefferson Hills Police Department. Michael serves on the board of the St. Anthony School Programs and is also active in the animal rescue community. Michael and his family have personally rescued many dogs and cats.

Listen to Michael speak on a myriad of financial planning topics on The Advisor radio show!

Christina joined our firm in 2013, as the director of first impressions. This position displayed her commitment to organization and enhanced the development of her multi-tasking and customer service skills. In 2016, she was promoted to the operations administrator taking on a multitude of project management duties. Prior to Fragasso, she spent over fifteen successful years in the retail industry, working in various management positions.  Her background in retail management provided the foundation of a very strong customer service background, enabling Christina a natural transition to her current role of client account specialist. Christina works with clients directly by processing different types of paperwork and helping to run the new Cool Springs Office.

Christina currently lives in the South Hills with her husband and her lovable puppy, Emma.  She enjoys traveling, her favorite destination being Aruba.  In her free time, she is an avid movie watcher and bug enthusiast!

Damien works side by side with the financial advisors to develop and deliver customized financial plans to Fragasso’s clients. Damien has over fifteen years of experience in financial services. His career began in retail banking, and over time, he transitioned into an investment advisor at a large financial institution.

Damien is born and raised in Pittsburgh. He joined the Marine Corps immediately after high school and was stationed predominantly on the West Coast. Damien earned his bachelor’s degree in business administration and his master’s degree from Duquesne University. He resides in the south hills of Pittsburgh with his wife, three children and their dog.

Damien sits on the board of the Veterans Leadership Program. He is passionate about supporting the veteran community and was involved in hosting a “Mutt Strut” event which resulted in raising over $250k in funding for medical service dogs for veterans with PTSD and other ailments. Damien was recognized as one of Pittsburgh Magazine’s “40 Under 40” in 2015 for his dedication to the veterans community*.