BIO
Chase McCormick is a Social Media & Events Coordinator with Gerber Kawasaki. Chase is proud to hail from Detroit, Michigan, and credits Motown for shaping his resilience, team-first mentality, and passion for the arts.
Chase is a recent graduate of Loyola Marymount University’s School of Film and Television, where he majored in Screenwriting and minored in African-American Studies. He enjoys writing alternative history films in which the “good guys” seek revenge over wicked historical figures.
While studying at LMU, Chase spent three years working at Loyola Productions Inc. as an Executive Producer’s Assistant, where he helped develop Russell Crowe’s recent film The Pope’s Exorcist. He also interned at Plastic Tree Pictures, where he worked on set for multiple award-winning independent films such as Nick Richey’s 1-800-Hot-Nite.
Chase found his passion for social media marketing when he began managing the Instagram for LMU’s beloved therapy dog Buster. Through his strategically comedic posts, he was able to grow the account to reach audiences far beyond campus. He also managed the social media marketing for his sketch comedy group, Sorry In Advance, which led to four sold-out shows. As a long-time beneficiary of GK’s TikTok segment MarketsWithMia, Chase knew he wanted to join the team in order to help others learn financial literacy the way Mia did for him.
In his free time, Chase enjoys painting, fine dining, and traveling to the beach. Recently, he started his own clothing company “Big and Bleached” where he up-cycles extra-large shirts and hoodies using bleach paint.
MEDIA
July 11, 2025
Chasing Finance: The Big Beautiful Podcast
Tax Cuts. National Deficit. Celebrating the 4th of July.
President Trump’s Big Beautiful Bill is more than just a few tax cuts, IT’S 940 PAGES LONG!! This week on Chasing Finance, Chase sits down with Managing Partner Hatem Dhiab to analyze what this new bill could mean for his finances and perhaps the state of the country…
July 4, 2025
Chasing Finance: The Gay Money Lifestyle
Gay vs. Queer. Surrogacy vs. Adoption. Marriage vs. Domestic Partnerships.
On this episode of Chasing Finance, LGBT+ Financial Advisor of Los Angeles, Robert Castillo joins the show to celebrate Pride Month and teach Chase more about the gay money lifestyle.
June 20, 2025
Do I Need Another Credit Card? | Chasing Finance Podcast
Credit Scores. Credit Card Points. Planning My Trip To the Cayman Islands.
To some, credit cards are a form of free money. To others, it’s a way to leverage assets toward securing loans on big purchases. This week, GK Managing Partner, world traveler, and office sweetheart, Matt Iantosca helps Chase understand the pros and cons of different credit card offerings.
June 3, 2025
Chasing Finance: Another Tariff Update
Reciprocal Tariffs. Tech Earnings. Looking Back on Liberation Day.
Are we on the brink of a trade war? Which tariffs have actually been implemented? Wait… are people just making up tariffs at this point?
A lot’s been going on since we last sat down with, GK Managing Partner, Ayal Shmilovich. In some ways the entire market has shifted. In others, it’s almost exactly the same. You’re confused. I’m confused. Good thing Ayal is back to clarify our most complex questions!
May 22, 2025
Chasing Finance: Wait, My Investment Accounts Can Go Down?
Market Corrections. International Travel. Saying Goodbye To Our Old Studio.
Wait, MY INVESTMENT ACCOUNTS CAN GO DOWN??? Back by popular demand, Jimmy Bisharat, the Athlete Advisor has returned to explain how (not so) recent market corrections are a normal part of every investors journey.
March 28, 2025
Chasing McCormick - How Do I Pay Taxes? | Chasing Finance
C-Crops. S-Corps. Blown Emergency Funds. TurboTax Vibes.
Tax season is approaching and it’s time to figure out if you will be getting a refund or not. This week, Chase sits down with GK Director of Tax and Accounting, Ruth Cantu CPA, to learn what a ‘write-off’ is and find out the tax benefits from each of his retirement accounts.
March 12, 2025
Chase McCormick - What is a Tariff? | Chasing Finance
Tariffs. Trade Wars. Flexing My New Net-Worth.
After a brief hiatus, we are back with our biggest guest yet! This week, Chase meets with GK Managing Partner, Ayal Shmilovich, for an in-depth discussion on what Trump’s new tariffs could mean for the global economy.
February 21, 2025
Chasing Finance | Do I Want a Trust or a Will?
Trust vs. Will. Important Adulting Tips. Debating A New Tile For the Show.
They say you can’t teach class. You either have it or you don’t. And although financial literary is an important first step, one must also learn how to dress, how to eat, and how to talk without a bleep button. This week, Chase sits down with seasoned millennial, Nico Anduze, in hopes of finally grasping how to behave like a resectable young gentleman.
December 17, 2024
Chasing Finance | Who Is Alex's Financial Advisor? with Sage Casaga
Savings Plans. Ethical Debates. Sage Advice.
This week on Finding Finance, I sit down with the wise and powerful Sage Casaga, CFP, to take live call ins from our audience. Will we put his psychology minor to good use or will he walk off the show? Perhaps both…
December 10, 2024
Chasing Finance | Can I Afford A Kid? with Shawn DaCruz
Diapers. Child Care. Luxury Fashion Items In Baby Sizes.
While the creation of life is one of the most miraculous aspects of humanity, it’s also one of the most expensive. This week I chat with, GK Financial Advisor and recent father, Shawn DaCruz to find out if I can afford a kid.
November 26, 2024
Chasing Finance | The Cost of True Love
Saving For A Wedding. Home Buying. Joint Bank Accounts. Pet Insurance.
They say true love comes with a cost, but what exactly does that mean? This week on Finding Finance, I sit down with the recently married Steven Evensen to learn a thing or two about how money can impact a relationship.
