About Our Team

Center Gen Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley focuses on working with individual clients and their families at every stage of their financial life. Whether you are just starting your first job, getting ready to enjoy a well-earned retirement, needing guidance in the wealth transfer of your estate, or at any stage in between, Center Gen Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley is here to help you and your family.

Our clients are the center of everything we do, and we want you to know that you are surrounded by a group of multi-generational professionals that are here to help you, your family, and your friends, navigate your financial world through every life stage. The continuity we have formed through our team's intentional design means someone on our team will always know you.

Our team fosters a collaborative environment, which allows us to create an enhanced level of service to help you meet your financial objectives in this ever-changing environment. This also provides additional perspective, generational alignment, continuity, diversity, and capitalizes on the background and many talents possessed by the collective group.

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Wisdom That Is Anything But Conventional

As your portfolio grows in complexity, our team provides the dedicated knowledge and discretionary management necessary to help navigate dynamic and unpredictable markets.

By combining our professional insight with Morgan Stanley's global research, we develop a proactive, consultative strategy rooted in your unique risk tolerance and time horizon. This approach leverages world-class resources to build a flexible investment plan that is uniquely yours, reflecting your lifestyle expectations and family aspirations.

We believe wealth management is about your future, not just your money. By maintaining a disciplined sense of focus, we help you filter out market noise and stay on track toward your long-term objectives. Our commitment is to provide personalized advice and the steady oversight needed to ensure consistent progress, allowing you to face financial uncertainty with confidence and clarity.

The individuals mentioned as the Portfolio Management Team are Financial Advisors with Morgan Stanley participating in the Morgan Stanley Portfolio Management program. The Portfolio Management program is an investment advisory program in which the client's Financial Advisor invests the client's assets on a discretionary basis in a range of securities. The Portfolio Management program is described in the applicable Morgan Stanley ADV Part 2, available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV or from your Financial Advisor.

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    3. Construct portfolio and execute investment strategy
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    4. Monitor progress and make necessary adjustments

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Our Team's Awards & Recognitions

2023-2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams

Our Team
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2023-2025 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State

(Formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors, Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors)
Patti Marsh & Michelle Hughes
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in Sept of year prior to the issuance of the award.

2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors

Patti Marsh
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.

Five Star Chicago Wealth Manager Award Winner

Michelle Hughes - 2018-2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2018-2025) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2018 Award - 01/12/2018 - 08/17/2018
2019 Award - 01/7/2019 - 08/9/2019
2020 Award - 01/6/2020 - 08/7/2020
2021 Award - 12/28/2020 - 08/6/2021
2022 Award - 01/24/2022 - 07/29/2022
2023 Award - 01/09/2023 - 07/31/2023
2024 Award - 01/09/2024 - 08/09/2024
2025 Award - 01/09/2025 - 08/01/2025

Christine Wirtschoreck - 2023-2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2023-2025) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award - 01/09/2023 - 07/31/2023
2024 Award - 01/09/2024 - 08/09/2024
2025 Award - 01/09/2025 - 08/01/2025

Brian Kenney - 2023-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2023-2024) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2023 Award - 01/09/2023 - 07/31/2023
2024 Award - 01/09/2024 - 08/09/2024

Your Digital Toolbox & Cash Management Needs

Our comprehensive suite of digital tools are designed to help enhance every aspect of your financial life. Here are a few of the technologies and cash management opportunities we have to offer to our clients, with informational videos or instructional guides attached below.
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    Cash Management and Lending Solutions
    At Morgan Stanley, we offer unique cash management and lending solutions to complement your investments and help simplify your finances.
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    Morgan Stanley CashPlus Brokerage Account
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    Preferred Savings Program
    Once you open a Morgan Stanley Brokerage Account, you can make the most of your idle cash with our competitive Preferred Savings Program.
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WORKPLACE FINANCIAL BENEFITS WITH MORGAN STANLEY AT WORK

Our mission is to help your company elevate your workplace financial benefits—helping you to attract and retain top talent. Our end-to-end solutions support your company and employees at any stage of growth through a powerful combination of modern technology, insightful guidance, and dedicated service.

    Equity Solutions

    Equity ownership is a powerful motivator. Streamline equity management through our leading-edge technology and provide global audit-ready reporting and insights, alongside customizable participant experiences to engage and educate your employees on how to make the most of their benefits. Our global solutions support private and public companies at any stage of growth.

    • Equity Administration and Financial Reporting
    • Liquidity Events
    • 409A Valuation Services and Cap Table Management

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    Retirement

    For your employees, retirement is more than a date in the future—it's a milestone that takes time, hard work, and the right tools. Through our consultative process, we strive to assist with the management of your fiduciary responsibilities and risk, simplify plan management, and help you improve retirement readiness for your employees.

    • Defined Contribution Consulting
    • Solutions-Oriented Plans
    • Fiduciary Investment Oversight

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    Deferred Compensation

    Access a range of Nonqualified Deferred Compensation plan services or pick the ones that best fit your needs. We provide recordkeeping and plan design, portfolio construction services, and plan education for your executive talent. We help you determine the appropriate plan design and inform a funding strategy through a needs-based assessment and consultative approach.

    Services include:

    • Recordkeeping and Plan Design
    • Portfolio Construction
    • Wealth Management Services
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    Executive Services

    Our dedicated team provides concierge-level support for your executives' equity compensation plans, from 10b5-1 trading plans to form filing related to Rule 144 transactions, to access to wealth management and tax-optimization strategies, so helping them navigate their complex financial needs with greater confidence and certainty:

    • Equity Compensation Services
    • Equity Award Analysis
    • Specialized Solutions
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    Saving and Giving

    Saving and Giving benefits can make a real difference in your employees' lives as they can support the things that matter most to them—like saving for education and repaying student loans. Show that you are committed to your employees' priorities with leading-edge solutions that help them chart a path toward financial well-being.

    • College Savings
    • Student Loan Repayment and Refinancing
    • Charitable Giving
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    Financial Wellness

    We offer Financial Wellness with every solution we provide. Through a powerful combination of education, digital tools and guidance, Financial Wellness is designed to address the unique needs of your employees and empower their financial journey at every stage. Give your employees the confidence to take charge of their finances.

    • Financial Education
    • Digital Tools
    • Financial Guidance

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2211 York Rd
Ste 100
Oak Brook, IL 60523
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(844) 424-3873(844) 424-3873

Meet Center Gen Wealth Management Group

About Patricia A Marsh

In the many years that Patti has worked in the financial industry, she has always put her clients’ needs first. She takes the time to understand their financial objectives, evaluate their situation, and provide them with appropriate investment recommendations. She places special emphasis on quality ideas within the context of a comprehensive financial plan. Her ultimate goal is to build successful portfolios with the trust and confidence of her clients.

Patti has helped clients with a wide range of financial needs, including retirement planning, fixed income asset portfolios, insurance and lending. Professionally she has earned the designation of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™. Those awarded this certification have completed extensive training and experience requirements and are held to rigorous ethical standards. Her comprehensive background in planning gives her a unique understanding of the complexity facing the clients and families that her group serves. As a CFP® and Family Wealth Director, Patti combines her years of experience with the full depth of the global financial powerhouse of Morgan Stanley to enhance and protect the wealth of Ultra High Net Worth families and individuals. Taking pride in being proactive and innovative, Patti uses alternative investments, insurance planning, and tailored lending to deliver a dynamic wealth planning framework that adapts to the changing needs of our clients and their families through time. Patti continually strives to combine exemplary customer service with sound investment advice. This dynamic combination of experience and education results in long lasting relationships with her clientele.

Patti has BS degree in Finance from the University of Illinois at Chicago. She enjoys spending time with her husband and two children. The family is usually found hiking, camping and enjoying outdoor adventures in their spare time.
Securities Agent: FL, IN, WI, VA, RI, PA, NC, KS, CT, TX, GA, WA, MT, MO, AZ, OR, OK, NV, DC, MD, IA, CA, WY, SC, OH, MI, MA, IL, AR, TN, NY, NM, NJ, CO, MN, HI, DE, LA, KY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1253174
CA Insurance License #: 0K54706

About Michelle Hughes

Michelle is a Financial Advisor with the Center Gen Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley with over 23 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the team in 2004, her previous work experience at Fidelity Investments and Draper and Kramer Mortgage Corp provided her a thorough understanding of both assets and liabilities.

Michelle's depth of knowledge enables her to anticipate, plan and implement some of her group’s most complex client objectives that include a client’s assets, as well as their lending and insurance needs. Her disciplined approach allows her to remain proactive with their clients, ensuring a superior level of client care.

Professionally, Michelle has earned the designation of a CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANNING COUNSELORSM. Those obtaining the CRPC® designation are experienced advisors, with a financial planning designation specializing in personal retirement planning. While addressing pre and post retirement concerns, Michelle goes beyond the numbers to offer clients guidance on the emotional and lifestyle transition that retirement can bring. Along with anticipating, planning and executing strategies that encompass all points of a person’s financial life, Michelle is able to deliver comprehensive retirement planning that is intentional and insightful, bridging the gaps between Social Security, Medicare, employer retirement plans, lending and insurance solutions, to craft a custom solution for each individual, no matter their goals and needs. As a Financial Planning Specialist, Michelle has completed extensive training and experience requirements at Morgan Stanley and is held to rigorous ethical standards.

Michelle has also earned Morgan Stanley’s Family Wealth Advisor designation after completing an accreditation program focused on the skills needed to deliver comprehensive, family-centric wealth management. Working closely with families allows her to understand family circumstances beyond finances. Michelle guides families toward individual and collective goals while delivering a standard of care that takes into account a family’s best interest and full financial picture across multiple generations.

Michelle holds a BS degree in Finance from Northern Illinois University. She and her husband spend most of their free time actively engaged with their children’s many school and sporting events. As a family, they love traveling and spending time outdoors.

To view Michelle's awards & recognitions, click on the "Our Awards" tab above.
Securities Agent: PA, TN, RI, AR, WA, NC, MN, IL, WI, NY, IN, SC, OR, OH, FL, VA, TX, MD, MA, OK, DC, NV, MO, MI, CT, CA, KS, NM, NJ, MT, LA, KY, IA, GA, DE, CO, AZ, WY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1270050
CA Insurance License #: 0K71351

About Me

Brian is a dedicated Financial Advisor with Center Gen Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley. His approach centers around creating trusting and long-lasting relationships with his clients - where clients become like family. By deeply understanding their goals and challenges, Brian crafts personalized strategies to help clients achieve their financial objectives.

Brian's passion for the financial industry began in his childhood when his father introduced him to stock quotes in the newspaper. This early interest led him to pursue a career in finance, earning a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Xavier University and an MBA in Finance from DePaul University. Brian had his first internship with Merrill Lynch in Cincinnati and London.

Since joining Morgan Stanley in 2022, after his tenure at UBS, Brian has adhered to his guiding principle: "Next to health, wealth is the most important aspect of life." He recognizes there are numerous factors influencing one’s financial well-being and dedicates himself to understanding each client's unique circumstances, including their family dynamics and both short- and long-term goals.

Brian lives in Northbrook, Illinois, and enjoys spending time with his family. Outside of work, you can find him coaching his daughter's soccer team and traveling (mostly for his kids' sports).
Securities Agent: NC, MT, KY, DE, AZ, NM, MA, CT, PA, OK, NY, NJ, IN, IL, CA, WI, NV, MN, HI, FL, CO, VA, TN, OR, OH, MI, MD, TX, SC, MO, KS, IA, GA, DC, WY, LA, WA, RI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 2460917

About Me

As a financial advisor at Morgan Stanley, Christine helps individuals, families, and business owners navigate complex financial decisions with clarity and confidence. She delivers personalized strategies across investment planning, wealth management, financing, and retirement planning – all tailored to each client’s unique goals and circumstances.

Christine’s approach is built on long-term relationships. By truly understanding what matters most to her clients, she leverages advanced financial tools and collaborates with her team, each of whom brings diverse backgrounds, experiences, and areas of expertise. Together, they identify opportunities, help manage risk, and create strategies aligned with clients’ values and aspirations – all while delivering exceptional service.

Christine lives in the south suburbs of Peotone with her husband and two energetic sons. She values giving back, is deeply involved in the local community, and supports various organizations and foundations. In her free time, Christine enjoys unwinding in Wisconsin’s North Woods, where fishing, boating and time in nature help her recharge.
Securities Agent: CO, VA, MI, GA, AZ, SC, PA, NC, DE, WY, OH, TN, NJ, CA, MO, MN, MA, IL, DC, WI, WA, OK, KS, NM, MT, IN, RI, LA, TX, OR, NY, NV, MD, IA, FL, CT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 438780

About Luis A. Guzman

Luis Guzman is a dedicated Financial Advisor at Center Gen Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), Luis is passionate about helping clients and their families plan for retirement and achieve their financial aspirations.

Luis holds a bachelor’s degree in Finance and International Business from the University of Illinois Chicago and an MBA from Aurora University. He began his financial career as a relationship manager in the wealth management division of Fifth Third Bank. His commitment to continuous learning and excellence in wealth management led him to earn his CFP® certification.

He focuses in financial planning and problem-solving for a diverse clientele. With a strong background in banking, he particularly enjoys assisting mid-career professionals in balancing saving, investing, and managing debt. Luis is known for building strong, long-term relationships with his clients through trust, clear communication, and exceptional service. By attentively listening to each client's goals and concerns, he crafts personalized financial plans to guide them step-by-step toward their dreams, making the journey as smooth and stress-free as possible.

Outside of work, Luis resides in the Chicago suburbs with his wife, Vanessa, and their son, Matteo. He enjoys strength training, staying active, and cherishing time with his family, whether it’s sharing a home-cooked meal or exploring new places. Luis treasures moments spent watching his son’s passion for music and joining in on the spontaneous dance parties that come with it.
Securities Agent: OH, WY, DE, AL, TN, AZ, SC, NY, MA, IA, FL, WI, VA, PA, MI, MD, IL, CT, OK, MN, GA, WA, MT, DC, OR, MO, RI, NV, NJ, KS, IN, NM, NC, CO, TX, LA, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1375083
CA Insurance License #: 4366381
AR Insurance License #: 17879540

About Mary Anderson

Mary started in the industry in 1991 with Center Gen Wealth Management Group and has been with Morgan Stanley since 2008.

She has been married for 33 years, and has two sons and a daughter. She and her family enjoy spending time together playing games, swimming in their pool and entertaining friends.

Mary volunteers in her church community when opportunities are present, and she also enjoys participating in various benefits for the Garden Center for persons with developmental disabilities.

Awards and Recognition

Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.

The Power of Partnerships

By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships

About Jordan Hoerter

Jordan Hoerter is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Illinois.

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.

Jordan began his career in financial services in 2010 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to joining the firm, he was Vice President, Private Banker at Associated Bank.

Jordan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing. He lives in Chicago, Illinois. Jordan donates his time with United Way, Emerging Leaders, Blessings in a Backpack and Junior Achievement. When not in the office, Jordan enjoys running, snowboarding, traveling, and spending time with his family.
NMLS#: 1445073

About Jessica Jendryk

Jessica Jendryk is an Associate Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Illinois.

Associate Private Bankers partner with Private Bankers and 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.

Jessica began her career in financial services in 2015, when she joined Morgan Stanley as a Client Service Associate. She also served as a Training Specialist at Morgan Stanley.

Jessica is a graduate of the University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign, where she received a Bachelor in Applied Science, and Saint Louis University, where she received her Master of Business Administration. Outside of the office, Jessica enjoys playing and coaching volleyball and volunteering with her fellow Diversity and Inclusion council members.
NMLS#: 2665636

About Chris Ransome

Chris Ransome is a Planning Associate at Morgan Stanley providing dedicated financial planning support to Financial Advisors and their teams. Operating as an extension of the FA/Team, he collaborates with clients to discover and define the goals that matter most to them. Leveraging state of the art technology, he will evaluate various options and their potential outcomes to help clients confidently choose the appropriate course of action. Chris provides expertise across a wide suite of Morgan Stanley planning tools designed to assist in the areas of investment accumulation, retirement, education, major purchase, cash flow, risk management, tax efficiency, and wealth transfer planning.

He earned his undergraduate degree from Howard University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Chris is originally from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and currently resides in Sandy Springs, Georgia.
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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

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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.

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When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account.

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Equity Compensation

Helping you make the most of your equity awards and better understand how it may fit into your your larger financial picture – today and tomorrow.

  • Vesting events
  • Option expirations
  • Restricted stock units
  • Tax implications

Retirement

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
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
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Investing

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
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
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Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty

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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
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
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  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving

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Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
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  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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2Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.

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

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3Morgan 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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4Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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5Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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6When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.

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