Jorge Gonzalez
Registered Client Associate
Phone:
(619) 238-3406(619) 238-3406
Bret A Cleveland, CFP®
First Vice President,
Financial Advisor,
Senior Investment Management Consultant,
Portfolio Manager
Direct:
(619) 238-3449(619) 238-3449
Toll-Free:
(800) 473-1331(800) 473-1331
Industry Award WinnerMy Mission Statement
I am passionate about helping clients organize their finances and build a financial plan to guide them towards success in achieving their goals.
Professional Experience
Bret Cleveland began his career in banking in 1994 with Citigroup and joined WellsFargo Investments as a financial consultant in 1996. In 2009, Bret transitioned to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney* as a First Vice President and Financial Advisor.
Bret works closely with clients to develop and implement integrated financial plans that leverage his own experience and that of Morgan Stanley’s analysts.
Bret works closely with clients to develop and implement integrated financial plans that leverage his own experience and that of Morgan Stanley’s analysts.
Professional Philosophy
- With 30 years of investing experience in a variety of market environments, Bret’s knowledge allows him to customize and maintain diversified portfolios based on a thorough understanding of the potential effects of existing economic and market conditions.
- Bret’s investment philosophy is to assess the risks and opportunities that fit each client’s distinct investment personality and goals. His methodology revolves around listening carefully to his clients to establish a clear understanding of their wants and needs. He applies a holistic approach toward portfolio building, looking at a client’s life picture to determine the most effective way of reaching his/her stated goals.
Services Include
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote1
- Financial PlanningFootnote2
- Wealth ManagementFootnote3
- Trust AccountsFootnote4
- Structured ProductsFootnote5
- Wealth PlanningFootnote6
- Municipal BondsFootnote7
- AnnuitiesFootnote8
- Retirement PlanningFootnote9
- Life InsuranceFootnote10
- Long-term Care InsuranceFootnote11
Securities Agent: CO, MN, TX, TN, ID, GA, SC, OK, CA, DC, WY, VA, NV, NM, MA, KY, AL, PA, HI, AZ, FL, OR, NJ, IA, AR, NC, WA, OH, NY, MT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1296112
CA Insurance License #: #0B91382
NMLS#: 1296112
CA Insurance License #: #0B91382
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Services We Provide
FINANCIAL PLANNING: Goals Analysis, Retirement Income, Debt Analysis, Special Circumstances
INVESTMENT PLANNING: Security Recommendations, Economics, Asset Allocation, Tax Efficient Investing
WEALTH PLANNING: Wills & Legal Documents, Legacy Planning/Gifting, Family Governance, Charitable Planning
EXECUTIVE PLANNING: Incentive Compensation, Stock Options, Concentrated Positions, Stock Monetization
BUSINESS OWNER PLANNING: Risk Management, Cash Management, Retirement Benefits, Succession Planning
INVESTMENT PLANNING: Security Recommendations, Economics, Asset Allocation, Tax Efficient Investing
WEALTH PLANNING: Wills & Legal Documents, Legacy Planning/Gifting, Family Governance, Charitable Planning
EXECUTIVE PLANNING: Incentive Compensation, Stock Options, Concentrated Positions, Stock Monetization
BUSINESS OWNER PLANNING: Risk Management, Cash Management, Retirement Benefits, Succession Planning
Our Tailored Process
1. Discovery Process - We listen, learn, and identify what is important to you and your legacy
2. Develop Strategies - We determine risk and gather data to analyze current investments and create a financial plan
3. Onboarding Meeting - We present and discuss the plan
4. Deployment of Solutions - Focus on asset movement and assign responsibilities
5. Orientation Meeting - Meet and understand the team and "who to contact"
6. Wealth Team Integration - Develop and understand your network, liquidity needs, and secondary plans
7. Strategy/Tactical Meetings - Monitor, discuss, and adjust future transitions
2. Develop Strategies - We determine risk and gather data to analyze current investments and create a financial plan
3. Onboarding Meeting - We present and discuss the plan
4. Deployment of Solutions - Focus on asset movement and assign responsibilities
5. Orientation Meeting - Meet and understand the team and "who to contact"
6. Wealth Team Integration - Develop and understand your network, liquidity needs, and secondary plans
7. Strategy/Tactical Meetings - Monitor, discuss, and adjust future transitions
In The Press
2015-2026 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (2015-2026) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.
This award was issued on 12/01/2025 by Five Star Professional (FSP) for the time period 02/12/2025 through 08/01/2025. Fee paid for use of marketing materials. Self-completed questionnaire was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria. 2663 San Diego-area wealth managers were considered for the award; 187 (7 % of candidates) were named 2026 Five Star Wealth Managers. The following prior year statistics use this format: YEAR: # Considered, # Winners, % of candidates, Issued Date, Research Period. 2025: 2,588, 190, 7%, 12/1/24, 2/13/24 - 8/30/24; 2024: 2,242, 197, 9%, 12/1/23, 2/13/23 - 8/31/23; 2023: 2,125, 211, 10%, 12/1/22, 3/21/22 - 9/16/22; 2022: 2,084, 223, 11%, 12/1/21, 4/12/21 - 10/15/21; 2021: 2,218, 231, 10% 12/1/20, 3/30/20 - 10/16/20; 2020: 2018, 219, 11%, 12/1/19, 3/1/19 - 10/18/19; 2019: 1,885, 224, 12%, 12/1/18, 3/23/18 - 10/15/18; 2018: 1,498, 228, 15%, 12/1/17, 3/22/17 - 10/17/17; 2017: 1,349, 349, 26%, 11/1/16, 2/25/16 - 10/14/16; 2016: 1,337, 349, 27%, 11/1/15, 6/2/15 - 10/23/15; 2015: 1,639, 350, 21%, 12/1/14, 6/2/14 - 10/23/14; 2014: 1,838, 368, 20%, 12/1/13, 6/2/13 - 10/23/13; 2013: 1,675, 417, 25%, 12/1/12, 6/2/12 - 10/23/12; 2012: 1,014, 284, 28%, 11/1/11, 6/2/11 - 10/23/11.
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (2015-2026) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.
This award was issued on 12/01/2025 by Five Star Professional (FSP) for the time period 02/12/2025 through 08/01/2025. Fee paid for use of marketing materials. Self-completed questionnaire was used for rating. This rating is not related to the quality of the investment advice and based solely on the disclosed criteria. 2663 San Diego-area wealth managers were considered for the award; 187 (7 % of candidates) were named 2026 Five Star Wealth Managers. The following prior year statistics use this format: YEAR: # Considered, # Winners, % of candidates, Issued Date, Research Period. 2025: 2,588, 190, 7%, 12/1/24, 2/13/24 - 8/30/24; 2024: 2,242, 197, 9%, 12/1/23, 2/13/23 - 8/31/23; 2023: 2,125, 211, 10%, 12/1/22, 3/21/22 - 9/16/22; 2022: 2,084, 223, 11%, 12/1/21, 4/12/21 - 10/15/21; 2021: 2,218, 231, 10% 12/1/20, 3/30/20 - 10/16/20; 2020: 2018, 219, 11%, 12/1/19, 3/1/19 - 10/18/19; 2019: 1,885, 224, 12%, 12/1/18, 3/23/18 - 10/15/18; 2018: 1,498, 228, 15%, 12/1/17, 3/22/17 - 10/17/17; 2017: 1,349, 349, 26%, 11/1/16, 2/25/16 - 10/14/16; 2016: 1,337, 349, 27%, 11/1/15, 6/2/15 - 10/23/15; 2015: 1,639, 350, 21%, 12/1/14, 6/2/14 - 10/23/14; 2014: 1,838, 368, 20%, 12/1/13, 6/2/13 - 10/23/13; 2013: 1,675, 417, 25%, 12/1/12, 6/2/12 - 10/23/12; 2012: 1,014, 284, 28%, 11/1/11, 6/2/11 - 10/23/11.
The CFP® Professional - Bret Cleveland
Individuals certified by the CFP® Board have taken the extra step to demonstrate commitment and professionalism by voluntarily submitting to the rigorous CFP® certification process that includes demanding education, examination, experience, and ethical requirements. These four cornerstones set the foundation for the CFP® professional’s ability in helping clients achieve their goals. My diverse skillsets can help can help clients navigate the complicated financial factors in their life. See below for more information about the CFP designation and how we can help:
Education
The CFP® professional must develop theoretical and practical financial planning knowledge by completing 2 to 3 years of comprehensive coursework at an institution of higher learning approved by the CFP® Board. Once obtaining the CFP® trademark, their education does not stop, as continued education is part of the recertification process.
Examination
The CFP® professional must pass the 7 hour comprehensive Certification Exam, which tests abilities to apply financial planning knowledge to real-life situations. The exam covers the financial planning process, tax planning, employee benefits and retirement planning, estate planning, investment management and insurance.
Experience
All CFP® professionals are required to complete several years of experience related to financial planning services prior to earning the right to use the CFP® trademarks.
Ethics
The CFP® professional is obligated to uphold the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence as outline in the CFP® Board’s Code of Ethics. The Rules of Conduct require the CFP® professional to put the client’s interest first at all times.
Annuities & Insurance
A sound wealth plan involves more than just seeking returns. It also involves mitigating and managing risks, helping clients when the unexpected occurs. Insurance and annuities are often used to help clients plan for and guard against life’s hidden curves—helping protect their assets and their family’s well-being. Bret Cleveland works with our clients on liability management strategies and how they can be incorporated into their comprehensive wealth plan.
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Direct:
(619) 238-3449(619) 238-3449
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Fax:
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Meet My Team
About Jorge Gonzalez
Jorge has worked in the financial industry since 2012, starting his career with Wells Fargo Bank as a relationship manager Jorge developed his skillset to grow and maintain client relationships. Working closely with a team of Financial Advisors over the years has ensured that all of the client needs are met effectively and promptly. In addition, Jorge attended San Diego State University where he earned a BA in Public Administration which allowed him to gain financial knowledge that he incorporates daily throughout his career.
Jorge is series 7 and 63 licensed. His credentials are an invaluable asset to the team adding to its ability to service client needs immediately and personally. He is an invaluable asset, adding to the teams ability to provide clients with a superior level of service.
Outside of work Jorge enjoys spending time with family and friends. He enjoys traveling to new places and also golfing with friends on the weekends.
Jorge is series 7 and 63 licensed. His credentials are an invaluable asset to the team adding to its ability to service client needs immediately and personally. He is an invaluable asset, adding to the teams ability to provide clients with a superior level of service.
Outside of work Jorge enjoys spending time with family and friends. He enjoys traveling to new places and also golfing with friends on the weekends.
Awards and Recognition
Five Star Wealth Advisor
This award was issued in 2025 based on the evaluation process below. This evaluation was conducted by Five Star Professional (FSP) for the period from 02/12/2025 through 08/01/2025 that considered, among other factors, the following:
• Favorable regulatory and complaint history review. As defined by FSP, the wealth manager has not: 1.) Been subject to a regulatory action that resulted in a license being suspended or revoked, or payment of a fine; 2.) Had more than a total of three settled or pending complaints filed against them and/or a total of five settled, pending, dismissed, or denied complaints with any regulatory authority or FSP's consumer complaint process.
• Personal bankruptcy filing within the past 11 years.
• Termination from a financial services firm within the past 11 years.
• Conviction of a felony.
• One-year client retention rate.
• Five-year client retention rate.
Five Star Professional, as a third-party research firm, identified pre-qualified award candidates based on industry data and contacted all identified broker dealers, Registered Investment Advisor firms and FINRA-registered representatives to gather wealth manager nominations. Self-nominations are not accepted. Wealth managers and/or their firms do not pay a fee to be considered or placed on the final list of Five Star Wealth Managers.
For more information on the Five Star award and the research/selection methodology, go to fivestarprofessional.com. ©2022 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC. Member SIPC
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Michael Mackowiak
Private Banker
Sam Fatigato, CFP®
Financial Planning Director, First Vice President
About Michael Mackowiak
Michael Mackowiak is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in California.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2008, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
He lives in Chula Vista, California with his family. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys watching soccer and baseball, traveling, and spending time with his family.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2008, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Premier Banker at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.
He lives in Chula Vista, California with his family. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys watching soccer and baseball, traveling, and spending time with his family.
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About Sam Fatigato
Sam Fatigato is a First Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in the Orange County area of Southern California. He is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.
Sam began his career in 2012 as a Financial Advisor and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to his current position, he was a sales manager for a major insurance company that was responsible for the distribution of retirement income and savings solutions to Financial Advisors and their respective clients.
Sam graduated from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana with an emphasis in Consumer Economics and Finance and holds his Certified Financial Planner® designation. Sam lives in Laguna Niguel, CA with his wife Kathryn and their dog Cooper. Outside of work, Sam is an avid sports fan and a former hockey player. He enjoys being active, traveling to the mountains with family, and hiking.
Sam began his career in 2012 as a Financial Advisor and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to his current position, he was a sales manager for a major insurance company that was responsible for the distribution of retirement income and savings solutions to Financial Advisors and their respective clients.
Sam graduated from the University of Illinois at Champaign-Urbana with an emphasis in Consumer Economics and Finance and holds his Certified Financial Planner® designation. Sam lives in Laguna Niguel, CA with his wife Kathryn and their dog Cooper. Outside of work, Sam is an avid sports fan and a former hockey player. He enjoys being active, traveling to the mountains with family, and hiking.
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Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
Important information about your relationship with your Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC when using a Financial Planning tool. When your Financial Advisor prepares a Financial Plan, they will act in an investment advisory capacity for thirty (30) days after the delivery of your Financial Plan. To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, you should consult your Financial Advisor, or review our “Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships,” brochure available at https://www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
You have sole responsibility for making all investment decisions with respect to the implementation of a Financial Plan. You may implement the Financial Plan at Morgan Stanley or at another firm. If you engage or have engaged Morgan Stanley, it will act as your broker, unless you ask it, in writing, to act as your investment adviser on any particular account.
Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
- Retirement income strategies
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Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
- Asset Management
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- Traditional Investments
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Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
- Estate Planning Strategies
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- Long Term Care Insurance
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- Succession Planning
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Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
- Endowments
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1Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
2Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
3Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
4Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
5Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.
6Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
7Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.
8Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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10Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
11Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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1Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
2Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
3Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
4Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
5Structured Investments are complex and not appropriate for all investors. An investment in structured investments involves risks. These risks can include but are not limited to: fluctuations in the price, level or yield of underlying asset(s), interest rates, currency values and credit quality, substantial loss of principal, limits on participation in appreciation of underlying asset(s), limited liquidity, credit risk, and/or conflicts of interest. Many structured investments do not pay interest or guarantee a return above principal at maturity. Investors should read the security’s offering documentation prior to making an investment decision.
6Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
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