Michele
Chow-Tai

‘I’m drawn to ideas that are mutually beneficial for all parties involved; I look for opportunities to give more unique perspectives a shot at doing well by doing good. Growing up in New York City on my own taught me perseverance and tenacity that led to my fierce independence. A non-typical journey brought me to where I am today: it took endurance to live in the trenches and thrive, discipline to see my goals through to the end, and faith in other people to envision every step of progress that lay ahead. After going it alone early in life, I find teamwork so meaningful: helping individuals see just how magnificent they are helps everyone take pride in what we create together.’

Ms. Chow-Tai is Managing Director, Business Development. Prior to joining Fairview in 2015, Ms. Chow-Tai was Relationship Manager, Institutional Relationships, at TIAA, where she was responsible for leading client relationships with the company’s largest and most complex clients across business disciplines. Prior to TIAA, Ms. Chow-Tai spent 22 years within HSBC’s Global Banking and Markets in various roles working with institutional investors across asset classes and business lines. Ms. Chow-Tai also served as Assistant Director for the HSBC Financial Products Institute, a division focused primarily on derivatives and structured products client education. Prior to HSBC, Ms. Chow-Tai spent five years at Moody’s Investor Services as bank and finance analyst.

Ms. Chow-Tai served as Board Chair for the City University of New York (CUNY) York College Foundation  for ten years.  She serves as Board Member of the National Association of Securities Professionals – New York Chapter (NASP-NY), the NASP-NY Foundation and The Greater New Haven Chambers of Commerce.  Ms. Chow-Tai also serves on the Advisory Board of LeaderXXchange, a purpose driven organization that advises and promotes diversity and sustainability in governance, leadership and investments Ms. Chow-Tai serves as the representative for Fairview Capital on the National Council of Teachers’ Retirement Corporate Advisory Committee. Ms. Chow-Tai is a member of the 100 Women in Finance.  Ms. Chow-Tai holds a B.S. degree from the City University of New York – York College and also holds credentials in business administration and finance.  Ms. Chow-Tai has passed the FINRA 7 and 63 NASD exams.