Growing up in Delaware County as a working-class Irish kid, John Gallagher never imagined he'd end up on Wall Street. His journey into financial services began in an unlikely place - a Saint Joseph's University classroom where the Wall Street Journal served as their textbook and a bow-tied professor named Dr. Kenny sparked what would become a lifelong passion for helping others build financial security.

After decades serving clients on Wall Street, John knew in his heart there was a better way - one that put clients first and gave advisors the freedom to truly serve them. That's why, as co-founder of Maverick Partners Wealth Management, he's helped create something fundamentally different. At Maverick, they believe in opening themselves up to clients as much as clients open up to them, creating genuine relationships built on mutual trust and understanding.

John has always believed having two ears and one mouth means we should listen twice as much as we speak - a philosophy that's helped him deeply understand each client's unique situation. Through regular communication and a focus on long-term planning rather than quick fixes, he helps clients maintain perspective through market cycles while working toward their personal definition of success. John also believes a sharp mind requires a healthy body, and going to the gym during his lunch breaks helps him bring his best self to every client meeting.

In addition to his clients, John is also deeply committed to his community. Through events like Team Foster's 24-hour Ruff Ride, John actively supports our mission of providing service dogs to veterans - a cause that's become close to his heart. In his free time, you might also find John pursuing blue marlin off the shores of Cape May or Costa Rica, but his greatest joy comes from family - being a husband, father, and grandfather has taught him invaluable lessons about what truly matters in life.

This balance of professional expertise and personal commitment to service is what drives John to keep learning, listening, and making a difference in his community each day. Not bad for an Irishman from Delaware County.