About Mikel Ham
Mikel R. Ham, CFA, is a First Vice President, Senior Portfolio Manager, and Financial Advisor with The Metzger Group at Morgan Stanley, where he has 25 years of experience and service at the firm. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked as an Economist with a consulting firm in Los Angeles, California. Mikel has also served as a volunteer Treasurer for the Houston Economics Club.
Mikel earned a PhD and MA in Economics from the University of Virginia in Charlottesville and a MA and BS from the University of Houston. He is also a CFA Charterholder. Mikel holds FINRA licenses 3, 7, 8, 9, 31,63, and 65, along with a General Lines of Life, Accident, and Health Insurance License.
Mikel offers comprehensive financial advice to individuals and business owners based on developing a deep understanding of his clients’ objectives and risk tolerance which helps them make informed decisions about growing and preserving their assets and estates. The markets and world events are continually changing—presenting risks, but also investment opportunities. By fully accessing the thought leadership and investment choices available through Morgan Stanley, he strives to bring fresh ideas and solutions to his clients to help them stay focused on achieving their financial goals. Mikel's commitment to his clients is to always act with integrity, competence, dignity, and in an ethical manner.
Mikel was born in Houston, Texas and currently resides in the Lake Houston area near Kingwood, TX with his wife Holly and their 2 children, Nikolas and Elizabeth. Their Bichon Frise, named Charlamagne, or “Charlie,” is also an enthusiastic participant in many family activities. Outside the office, Mikel enjoys snow skiing and camping with his family. Fishing is also a passion—saltwater fishing along the Texas Gulf Coast during the summer months and fly fishing in the many cool rivers in Vermont. When back indoors, he’s usually occupied reading several books, playing chess with his son, or catching up on the latest developments in numismatics.
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