Brown Brothers Harriman Announces Strategic Hire in Philadelphia to Bolster Growth Across the Region

Chris Applegate brings deep experience advising corporate clients across industries

PHILADELPHIA--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Brown Brothers Harriman & Co. (BBH) is pleased to announce the expansion of its Philadelphia office with the addition of Chris Applegate, who joins the firm’s Corporate Advisory and Banking team as Managing Director.

Chris has extensive experience advising companies through strategic initiatives, supporting growth capital raises, recapitalizations, and corporate acquisitions. He joins BBH from Bank of America, where he most recently served as a Senior Vice President and Senior Relationship Manager within the Global Commercial Banking group, partnering with private and public companies throughout the greater Philadelphia region.

Earlier in his career, Chris worked at the Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia, where he developed a strong foundation in credit risk, regulatory frameworks, and financial system governance. Throughout his career, he has been recognized for building trusted, long-term partnerships through a personalized approach grounded in a deep understanding of each client’s business.

“We are excited to welcome Chris to our growing team,” said Matt Levering, Managing Director, who leads BBH’s Corporate Advisory and Banking efforts across the Mid-Atlantic region. “His deep understanding of the regional market, strong client relationships, and thoughtful advisory mindset will further strengthen our ability to serve private business owners across the region.”

“I couldn’t be more thrilled to join BBH as the firm continues its growth across the Mid-Atlantic” said Chris Applegate, Managing Director. “I look forward to partnering with my colleagues and helping owners navigate the strategic and capital decisions that matter most to their business, family, and future.”

About Brown Brothers Harriman

Brown Brothers Harriman is a global financial services firm that has partnered with clients to help them achieve their vision of success for over 200 years. Today, BBH is the trusted and preferred advisor and investor for private businesses and their owners, wealthy families, and sophisticated institutional investors. Through our Capital Partners line of business, we offer multi-family office and trust solutions, investment management, private equity, and corporate advisory and banking services.