BIO
Ross is the Co-Founder, President, and CEO of Gerber Kawasaki Wealth and Investment Management, where he leads the company's corporate and investment management operations while also providing personalized financial guidance to individual clients. Renowned as one of the most influential investors across social and traditional media platforms, Ross regularly shares his investment insights and advice, earning him a prominent presence on global business news networks and popular investment podcasts. With appearances on leading media outlets such as Bloomberg, Reuters, Fox Business, and CNBC, Ross has established himself as a trusted voice in the finance industry.
Under Ross's leadership, Gerber Kawasaki manages a substantial portfolio of $4.78 billion in investments as of 6/30/26, focusing on sectors like technology, clean energy and transportation, consumer discretionary, media, and entertainment. The firm stands out for its innovative approach to financial technology (Fintech), leveraging technology and social media to cater to a diverse clientele efficiently. Recognized for its rapid growth and commitment to diversity and inclusion, Gerber Kawasaki was listed as one of the fastest-growing companies in Los Angeles by the LABJ and received multiple awards within the financial industry for its dedication to serving the diverse community of Southern California.
Dedicated to empowering the younger generation with investment knowledge, Gerber Kawasaki pioneers the Get Invested program, aiming to provide accessible investment advice. As a testament to its commitment to innovation, Gerber Kawasaki became the first major Registered Investment Advisor (RIA) to partner with Gemini, offering Digital Assets to clients starting in April 2021. Ross's expertise extends beyond finance; he is also an adept online marketer and co-developer of the company's iOS app, my-moneypage.
Ross's journey in finance traces back to his upbringing in Los Angeles, where his passion for investing and music took root from an early age. Inspired by receiving Apple and Disney stock as a gift at 13 and witnessing the bull market of the '80s, Ross pursued his interests through college at the University of Pennsylvania, where he also nurtured his musical talents. Upon graduating, Ross embarked on a successful career in financial planning and investment management, earning accolades such as the Archon and Million Dollar Branch Award from SunAmerica Securities. However, it was during the financial crisis of 2008 that Ross recognized the need for a more client-centric approach to financial services, leading to the founding of Gerber Kawasaki in 2010 alongside his business partner, Danilo Kawasaki.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Ross remains deeply engaged in music and is contributing to the industry as a co-creator and managing member of Cocoon Music – Malibu. He also invests in and advises NoCap Shows/Cold Canyon Club, a video and live event music company, and serves on the executive board of the Guardians of the LA Jewish Heath Organization in Los Angeles. Additionally, Ross is actively involved in philanthropic initiatives, supporting various causes in the local community and beyond. With his multifaceted expertise and unwavering dedication to client success, Ross continues to make a significant impact in both the financial and music realms.
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August 19, 2026
Surfing the Market with Ross Gerber | Future Money Podcast
C’mon, dude, we’re shredding the index-plus-alpha!
In his first-ever guest appearance on Future Money, GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joins Managing Partners Ayal Shmilovich and Hatem Dhiab to talk about the disastrous Situational Awareness collapse, surfing as an apt analogy for investing, and the thematic investing approach that sets Gerber Kawasaki apart from its contemporaries.
August 11, 2026
Ross Gerber - What Leopold Aschenbrenner can learn from Buffett after his $45B AI fund collapse | Business Insider
A 24-year-old built a $45B AI hedge fund in under two years... then watched leverage wipe it out in weeks. Gerber Kawasaki CEO, Ross Gerber, says it best: the goal isn't to get rich fast, it's to build wealth you can actually keep. Buffett proved it for 60 years by doing the "boring" thing: patience, discipline, never overleveraging. Turns out, boring compounds.
August 6, 2026
Ross Gerber - "There is no bubble" around A.I. | CNN
GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joins Jim Sciutto of CNN's The Brief to give his thoughts on the heavy CapEx spending at SpaceX, the growth opportunity for AI stocks, and why he's not concerned by Elon Musk splitting his leadership between three companies.
August 4, 2026
Ross Gerber - SpaceX is a Compelling Investment | Bloomberg
GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joins Bloomberg's Romaine Bostick to provide his instant reaction to the SpaceX Q2 earnings report, thoughts on the business relationship between SpaceX and Nvidia, and expectations for the future of the SpaceXAI datacenter buildout.
July 24, 2026
Ross Gerber - Tesla Has a Cash Problem. Here's Why. | The Information
GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joins Akash Pasricha of The Information to address the negative cash flow revealed in Tesla’s Q2 earnings, the engineering challenges inherent to its humanoid Optimus robot, and Elon’s long-term approach to building new AI compute.
July 24, 2026
Ross Gerber - High time for Elon to "end all this confusion" | Fox Business
Moments before Tesla disclosed its Q2 earnings report, GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joined Liz Claman on Fox Business to share his expectations for Elon Musk’s conference call with investors, hopes for an eventual Tesla-SpaceX merger, and what he sees as an uphill battle for Tesla Robotaxi in its competition with Waymo.
July 23, 2026
Ross Gerber - Elon Musk is 'in denial' that Tesla is just an EV company | Yahoo Finance
With Tesla missing its expected earnings target in Wednesday’s Q2 earnings report, GK President and CEO Ross Gerber joins Yahoo Finance to flag what he sees as concerning trends in Tesla’s operating income and explain what merging Tesla and SpaceX would mean for shareholders of both companies.
July 17, 2026
Ross Gerber - Kalshi is "the Worst" for America | CNN
When 'knowing the speech in advance' becomes a trading strategy. Trump's teleprompter operator is under investigation for allegedly betting nearly $100K on Kalshi using insider knowledge of the president's remarks. Investor Ross Gerber says the prediction market industry needs more oversight.
July 17, 2026
Ross Gerber - Netflix Pullback Is an Opportunity | Bloomberg
Pushing back on investor fears in the wake of Netflix’s substandard Q2 earnings report, President and CEO Ross Gerber joins the Bloomberg network to make the case that Netflix can still deliver by reevaluating its strategy surrounding gaming, live sports, and theatrical distribution.
June 12, 2026
Ross Gerber - SpaceX jumps in first trades following record IPO | Bloomberg
In the wake of SpaceX making its astronomical debut on Wall Street, President and CEO Ross Gerber joins the Bloomberg news crew to talk about Elon’s management of the company, how his shares in Twitter turned into ownership in SpaceX, and his outlook on the future of the stock.
June 11, 2026
Ross Gerber - All Eyes on SpaceX Public Listing | Yahoo Finance
In the wake of a massive selloff of AI stocks, GK President and CEO Ross Gerber shares his thoughts with Josh Lipton of Yahoo Finance on the future of the AI infrastructure buildout, the crowded slate of upcoming IPOs, and the potential of the next generation of Apple Intelligence.
