My Story

For the past two decades, I have helped affluent families and institutions address the diverse challenges of managing their wealth.  I have worked with many families and institutions from across Latin America. I speak their language and understand their culture because I come from the same tradition. This has enabled me to understand my clients’ needs and build productive, long-term relationships. I was born in Cuenca, Ecuador where I lived until age 16. I also lived in Sweden for a year with a host family as an exchange student and graduated from High School in Southern California. I went on to earn a Bachelor of Arts in Economics at University of California in Santa Cruz (UCSC) and a Master of International Management from Thunderbird in Glendale, Arizona. I began my financial services career in Ecuador, working as a corporate banker for almost ten years, primarily as a lending officer. Since 2002, I’ve been a Financial Advisor in South Florida, where I live with my wife and my two children.
Services Include
Securities Agent: WY, PR, IN, NH, FL, TX, DE, SD, NC, CT, VI, VA, NJ, SC, GA, DC, NY, CA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1418869
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Experience

2004 - Present: Morgan Stanley Wealth Management
H2O GROUP
Managing Director
Portfolio Management Director / International Client Advisor
Miami, FL

2002 - 2004: UBS Financial Services
Financial Advisor
Boca Raton, FL

1999 - 2002: Dinamica
General Manager / Partner
Quito, Ecuador

Education

  • MBA - International Management, 1990 Thunderbird School of Global Management Glendale, AZ
  • Bachelor of Arts, 1989 University of California, Santa CruzSanta Cruz, CA
  • Columbia University ACPM CERTIFIED PORTFOLIO MANAGER
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER
  • Portfolio Management Designation - MSSB
  • Financial Planning Specialist Designation - MSSB
  • Alternative Investments Certification - MSSB
  • Exchange Traded Funds Certification - MSSB
  • Series 7, 9, 10 & 66

Associations

​2019-2021 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded​ 2019-2021). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

Financial Times 400 Top Financial Advisors
Source: ft.com (Awarded Apr 2020) Data compiled by the Financial Times based on time period from 6/30/16 - 6/30/19.
  • H2O Group Morgan Stanley
  • Financial Advisor Advisory Council, Morgan Stanley 2019-2022
  • Sigma Alpha Epsilon Alumni Association Member Miami, FL
  • Forbes best in State Wealth Advisor 2019 - 2024
  • Financial Times 2020 Top 400 Financial Advisors
  • CFP Ethics Panel Volunteer since 2019

Client Service Team

    Luccas Oyarce - Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (786) 491-7259(786) 491-7259
    Email:luccas.oyarce@morganstanley.com
    Luccas recently joined Morgan Stanley and the H2O Group in 2025 after previously working as a relationship banker. Before his time at Morgan Stanley, Luccas attended the University of Central Florida and graduated with a BSBA in Finance. With almost four years of experience in the industry, he has been able to work hand-in-hand with clients to ensure clients have a strong financial understanding and being able to provide exceptional customer service from start to finish. Additionally, Luccas is fluent in English, Spanish, and Portuguese. With all these skills combined, Luccas has been able to step foot into the new role at Morgan Stanley and assist the team by delivering the experience and exceptional customer service that the team aims to provide to all their clients.
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    Daniel Rodriguez - Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (305) 347-2023(305) 347-2023
    Email:daniel.rodriguez1@morganstanley.com
    Daniel has been a part of Morgan Stanley since 2022 and a member of the H2O Group since 2023, enhancing the overall client experience for all clients for 2 years and counting. Before his time at Morgan Stanley, Daniel was a decorated Student-Athlete in Baseball at Spring Hill College in Mobile Alabama, most notably being awarded Academic All-America Second Team in 2019. Once completing his academic and athletic career at Spring Hill College, he pursued a Specialized Masters in Finance at the University of Tampa, and shortly thereafter started his career in the Financial Services industry. Daniel is fluent in both English and Spanish as well as being fully registered in the securities industry.
    Evannelia Morel - International Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (786) 777-6911(786) 777-6911
    Email:Evannelia.Morel@morganstanley.com
    With 6 years of experience in the banking industry, Evannelia Morel has held roles as a Teller, Concierge Banker, Personal Banker, and International Registered Client Service Associate. She has a proven track record in delivering personalized financial solutions, building client relationships, and providing investment support. In addition to her practical experience, Evannelia holds a degree in Business Administration, equipping her with a solid foundation in management, finance, and financial planning. Her passion for helping clients achieve financial success and their commitment to delivering exceptional service have been the cornerstone of her career.
    Nicolas Hernandez - International Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (305) 347-2030(305) 347-2030
    Email:Nicolas.Hernandez@morganstanley.com
    Nicolas serves as an analyst specialized in Alternative Investments for the H2O Group. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2021 and became part of the team in 2024. He graduated from The George Washington University in 2021 with a double major in Pure Mathematics and Finance. He brings a disciplined, detail-oriented approach grounded in both analytical rigor and strategic insight. His strong academic background and focus on non-traditional asset classes allow him to navigate complex investment landscapes with clarity and precision. Nicolas is fluent in both English and Spanish.

Location

200 S Biscayne Blvd
Suite 1300
Miami, FL 33131
US
Direct:
(305) 376-8534(305) 376-8534
Toll-Free:
(800) 327-8534(800) 327-8534
Fax:
(305) 376-8524(305) 376-8524
200 S. Biscayne Blvd
Suite 1300
Miami, FL 33131
US
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Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
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Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
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Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
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  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
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