Aly Benitez

J.P. Morgan Private Bank

Aly Benitez is a Private Banker and Vice President at J.P. Morgan Private Bank. She advises the regions most successful entrepreneurs, athletes, real estate investors and executives. 

Aly uses her experience as a former business owner and attorney to provide personalized strategies in banking, lending, investing and estate planning. Her clients include some of Central Florida’s wealthiest families – but she understands that success is more than just money and empowers her clients to find the “why” behind the wealth. 

Prior to joining J.P. Morgan, Aly practiced law for over a decade and founded Legal Solutions of Central Florida. During her legal career she appeared on ABC, NBC, CBS and Fox affiliates as a legal expert. She also authored a best-selling business book Against The Grain. 

As an Orlando native, Aly is devoted to giving back to the Central Florida community. Immediately after the tragedy at Pulse Nightclub she formed the non-profit organization, Pulse of Orlando. This organization was the first to give money to survivors and victims’ families, distributing over $325,000. After closing this fund, Aly helped Pulse owner Barbara Poma form the onePULSE Foundation and continues to serve as a Founding Trustee. 

One of her favorite quotes is “If you want to change the world, go home and love your family.” Aly’s family includes her wife Alina and two dogs, Frankie and Gizmo. 

PROFESSIONAL HONORS:

Association of Fundraising Professionals – Emerging Leader (2021)

Super Lawyers Magazine – Rising Star (2016, 2017, 2018)

USF 13th Annual LGBTQ+ Gala – Keynote Speaker (2017)

Orlando Business Journal – “40 Under 40” Award (2011)

 PUBLICATIONS:

Against The Grain: World’s Leading Experts Reveal How They Achieved Positive Results In A Down Economy, Co-Author with Brian Tracy (Amazon Best-Seller, 2013)

 COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT:

Girl Scouts Citrus Council – Board Member (2021–Present)  

onePULSE Foundation – Founding Trustee (2017–Present)

Orange County Sheriff’s Foundation – Vice President (2013–2019)  

Pulse of Orlando – Founder / Board President (2016–2017)

City of Orlando Historic Preservation Board – Chairwoman (2013–2017)