My Story and Services

Courtney focuses on helping provide clients with financial growth throughout life and stable support once you arrive at retirement. She promises to always give her best self to her clients, propelled by genuine passion, interest, and commitment to each person, family, or business that she can guide financially. Courtney will provide you with the support and knowledge of how to help obtain your goals, be confident in your investments, and lead you to financial success. Courtney holds her SIE, Series 7 and 66 licenses. In her free time, she teaches and practices yoga, runs marathons and spends time with friends and family.
Services Include
Securities Agent: MO, FL, GA, WA, WY, DE, CA, TX, TN, OR, NJ, MI, MD, CO, DC, PA, IL, CT, WI, VA, NY, NC, MA, SC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2427172
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Working With You

Your goals, hopes and dreams are at the center of my work. That’s why I plan to meet with you at length when we first begin working together. I’ll ask smart questions and listen to what you say. Once I fully understand your situation, I’ll suggest ways to put your money to work.
Working with me, you can expect that I will:
Develop a detailed financial strategy based on your goals
Set up a long-term, balanced wealth plan
Help take the emotion out of money moves, so you can make smart decisions
Be flexible. When changes come to your life, or in the market, I’ll tweak your financial strategy.
Some of our work is best coordinated with your other key advisors. If you like, we can connect directly with your:
Tax specialist
Trust attorney
Insurance professional
Family office

What I Value

These are some examples of values that I believe are necessary to have in my relationships with my clients to see the most success possible.

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    Relationship Oriented

    I prioritize my relationship with my clients. I believe that trust and familiarity are the first steps toward a successful financial strategy.

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    Trust

    Trust on both sides of the relationship is invaluable. My clients need to feel trust in me, which is the foundation of our working relationship.

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    Confidentiality

    Our relationship is founded on trust. And confidentiality is the cornerstone of a successful financial relationship. All client information will be treated with the utmost discretion. Every client has the right to feel their information is safe at all times.

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    Open Communication

    We all need someone to tell us things we need to hear. Those conversations can be difficult but they can be truly life-changing. I welcome the opportunity to help guide clients' lives in a positive direction.

Valuable Tools and Resources

We have assembled the following resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice. We've provided links to these materials, where available, and hope you'll return often to learn more about the topics that impact your overall wealth.

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    2026 Tax Tables

    This helpful resource outlines the 2026 tax rate schedule, education and health savings account limits, retirement contribution and deduction limits, among other information. With tax season seemingly always around the corner, it's best to be as informed as possible.

    Access the 2026 Tax Tables
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    Thoughts on the Market Podcast

    With perspectives on the forces shaping the markets, join Morgan Stanley's Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist as they discuss their viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.

    Check Out the Latest Episodes
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    Global Investment Office

    The Morgan Stanley Global Investment Office provides you with world-class thought leadership timely market commentary, and portfolio ideas to help guide your investment decisions.

    Morgan Stanley Portfolio Insights
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    Morgan Stanley Research

    Morgan Stanley has earned its reputation as a leader in the field of investment research. Explore timely, in-depth analysis of companies, industries, markets and world economies.

    Explore Morgan Stanley's Research Here

Client Service Team

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    Paige Donaghy - Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (704) 442-3499(704) 442-3499
    Email:Paige.Donaghy@morganstanley.com
    Paige is responsible for The Providence Group’s commitment to client service excellence. Detail oriented and with an aptitude for critical thinking and problem solving, she manages the day-to-day operations, financial planning, and business development for the group to provide clients with a holistic framework of support.

    Paige has a BA in Economics from Seton Hall University. She has spent her career supporting high net worth teams at Morgan Stanley. Now residing in Charlotte, NC she enjoys staying active, cooking, traveling, and spending time with loved ones.
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    Michael Feld - Registered Client Service Associate
    Phone:
    (704) 442-3455(704) 442-3455
    Email:Michael.Feld@morganstanley.com
    Michael began his professional career as an intern with Morgan Stanley’s Scottsdale, Arizona branch. Upon earning his degree in Economics from Indiana University of Bloomington, he transitioned to a full-time role with Morgan Stanley in May 2023. At the start of 2024, Michael returned to his hometown of Charlotte, North Carolina, where he continues his career as an Associate with the firm. Outside of his professional pursuits, Michael has a passion for the culinary arts and is an avid scuba diving enthusiast.

Location

6805 Carnegie Blvd
Ste 400
Charlotte, NC 28211
US
Direct:
(704) 442-4810(704) 442-4810
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office

Portfolio Insights

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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

Checking in on your retirement plan may make a lot of sense, especially when market volatility arises.

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
Iran Conflict: Seven Takeaways for Investors
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Iran Conflict: Seven Takeaways for Investors

Prolonged conflict with Iran could lead to higher oil prices, hotter inflation and greater market uncertainty.

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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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

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
  • Foundations
  • 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

There's more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here's one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
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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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