Christopher L. Gandy is the Founder and CEO of Midwest Legacy Group, a boutique concierge insurance firm established in 2010. The firm serves high-net-worth clients—including executives, professional athletes, physicians, business owners, and entrepreneurs—focusing on wealth accumulation, preservation, retirement strategies, insurance, asset protection, and investments. Through his work, Gandy has built a reputation for personalized, relationship-driven service that helps clients achieve long-term financial success.

A former professional basketball player, Gandy played for the Chicago Bulls, the San Antonio Spurs, and internationally in France, following a standout collegiate career at the University of Illinois. In 1999, he transitioned into financial services, beginning with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, later founding APEX Consulting Group LLC, and serving as Senior Vice President of Sales at MassMutual Chicago. His unique background as a professional athlete provides him with a deep understanding of the financial challenges faced by high-income earners, particularly athletes.

A former professional basketball player, Gandy played for the Chicago Bulls, the San Antonio Spurs, and internationally in France, following a standout collegiate career at the University of Illinois. In 1999, he transitioned into financial services, beginning with Northwestern Mutual Financial Network, later founding APEX Consulting Group LLC, and serving as Senior Vice President of Sales at MassMutual Chicago. His unique background as a professional athlete provides him with a deep understanding of the financial challenges faced by high-income earners, particularly athletes.

In this role, he collaborates with the current President, Board of Trustees, and executive leadership to shape strategic priorities, advance the profession, and guide future initiatives. He is also known for mentoring the next generation of financial advisors and emphasizing the importance of relationship-building and community engagement.