Background

Drawing on 23 years of global financial experience, Dedrick Rhone brings clarity and control to the complex financial lives of highly accomplished executives, entrepreneurs, and their families. A designated Portfolio Manager, Dedrick believes strongly in a disciplined approach to wealth planning driven by each client’s unique goals and core values. He and his team strive to deliver a family office level of service, and a holistic approach to comprehensive wealth management that encompasses diversification of concentrated wealth, estate planning and other long-term wealth management strategies.

Dedrick earned a B.A. in Communications from the University of Northern Iowa. After graduation, he continued his studies in Taiwan, receiving a certificate of fluency in Mandarin from National Taiwan University’s Stanford International Chinese Language Program (ICLP). He started his financial career as a Junior Sales Trader for BNP Paribas in Taipei, before transitioning to wealth advisory and returning home to the United States. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2015.

Highly active in his community, Dedrick is a member of the Board of Trustee for Hidden Villa, a non-profit that fosters educational experiences that build connections and inspires a deeper appreciation and respect for nature, food, and one another. He has an appreciation for other cultures and enjoys travelling and exploring new places and new cuisines. He, his wife and son all enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends.
Services Include
Securities Agent: MN, AL, VI, NY, NV, CO, WA, SC, VT, TN, OH, ME, IL, VA, PA, MT, AZ, DE, OR, MD, IN, FL, CT, TX, NH, KS, HI, GA, WY, DC, MS, AR, NM, AK, WI, LA, PR, NE, SD, IA, UT, OK, NC, MA, KY, WV, RI, MO, NJ, ND, MI, ID, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1597630
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My Clients

My clients all have very unique backgrounds and needs. My team offers a family office–style approach to comprehensive wealth management, addressing the sophisticated financial needs of entrepreneurs, executives and family offices, bringing understanding in the areas of diversification of concentrated wealth, estate planning and other long-term wealth management strategies.

Interests

I volunteer for a number of organizations, but I would say I'm most passionate about helping at-risk youth create a path to increased self-esteem, respect and becoming grounded in society. In my spare time, I enjoy travelling, cooking and spending time with family and friends.  My wife, son and I also enjoy traveling and spending time with family and friends.

How can we add value to you today?

We provide strategies for all of your financial needs.
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    Family & Family Goverance
    - Trust & Estate Planning
    - Family By-Laws
    - Investment Policy Statement
    - Medical Directive
    - Long Term Financial Plan
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    Education
    - Private School
    - College Saving Plan
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    Cash Management and Lending Solutions
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    Risk Management
    - Insurance strategies/review
    - Security Matters - Family Safety
    - Minimize Opportunities for Lawsuits
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    Retirement Plans
    - 401(k), SEP IRA, Defined Benefits Plans, Money Purchase Plans, Deferred Comp Plans
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    Philanthropy
    - Family Foundation
    - Donor Advice Fund (DAF)
    - Charitable Remainder Trust (CRT)
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    Investments
    - Stock Portfolio Management
    - Asset Allocation Creation
    - Sourcing Unique Opportunities

Client Service Team

    Dyann Meschi
    Phone:
    (408) 947-2271(408) 947-2271
    Email:Dyann.Meschi@morganstanley.com

Location

16000 Los Gatos Blvd
Los Gatos, CA 95032
US
Direct:
(408) 947-3707(408) 947-3707
Toll-Free:
(800) 444-4752(800) 444-4752
Fax:
(408) 947-2208(408) 947-2208

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 Lina Li

Lina Li 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.

Lina began her career in financial services in 2005, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as an Associate Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Banking Advisor at Merrill Lynch. She also served as a Preferred Banking Office Manager at First Republic Bank and a Banking Center Manager at Bank of America.

Lina is a graduate of San Jose State University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a Concentration in Accounting. She lives in San Jose, California with her family. Outside of the office, she enjoys reading, travelling, and spending time with family and friends. Lina dedicates her time to SCRITCH Kittens as Secretary, Adoption Counselor and foster.
NMLS#: 1376901
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
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

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
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

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
Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse
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Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse

Financial planning after a divorce or death can be trying, but with the right approach and the right advice you can turn a difficult situation into empowerment.

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.

Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • 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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