Who We Are at Chase Firm
Jodi L. Chase
Jodi began her career as an investigative journalist and television producer before attending law school and becoming one of Florida’s most powerful lobbyists. She started Chase after serving as the lead in-house intelligence resource, both domestically and internationally, for a multi-strategy, multi-billion-dollar global hedge fund, playing a key role in that fund’s explosive growth. Jodi remains actively involved in Chase, but has handed over day-to-day operations.
"Chase was there at the beginning when investors first turned to outside primary research right after Reg FD in 2000. And we're still here. Our success and longevity come from our ability to change with the needs of clients while honoring our core business value of intellectual integrity and rigorous analysis for every project."
Jennifer A. Winegardener
Jennifer began her career in Cleveland, Ohio, as a litigator. After moving to Florida in 1997, she spent several years practicing with one of Florida’s most prestigious law firms as a commercial and real property litigator. She served nearly six years as a Staff Attorney for Justice Peggy A. Quince at the Florida Supreme Court. She’s also been a member of and chaired the Editorial Board for the Florida Bar Journal. Jennifer joined Chase in 2010 to lead Chase’s research team. She now runs the day-to-day Chase business operations.
“We share our clients’ belief that rigorous research is at the center of every good decision, whether to make a trade, buy a company, or seat a board member.”
Amy B. Kirkpatrick
Amy is originally from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She is a former prosecutor who served as an Assistant State Attorney for the 8th Judicial and the 15th Judicial Circuit in the State of Florida. She joined Chase in 2014 and brings to Chase her skill for conducting deep, thorough, accurate research. Amy’s ability to communicate clearly and effectively has earned her much praise from Chase clients. She is the Director of Research, overseeing and managing all client research projects.
“What we do is listen, figure out what our clients need, and build genuine relationships that forge meaningful connections."