Stuart Patton
Executive Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(334) 270-2615(334) 270-2615
Double Oak Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley
Stuart PattonWilliam Hiden, CFP®Hollis N Gieger Jr., CFP®Charles E Norwood, CEPA®Braxton A Weimer, CFP®Tom BrownCaroline Fuerniss, CFP®, CAP®
Direct:
(205) 969-7058(205) 969-7058
Toll-Free:
(855) 336-3820(855) 336-3820
Our Mission Statement
To help affluent investors and their families protect and grow their wealth, while carefully considering risk and potential reward
Double Oak Wealth Management Group
At Double Oak Wealth Management Group, we have assembled a team of highly experienced professionals dedicated to serving the complex wealth management needs of affluent investors, with a multi-generational focus on asset growth and preservation. We are dedicated to delivering to clients the wisdom that experience brings.
Our service model is focused on achieving your goals, whether that is delivering a well-thought-out portfolio allocation with institutional money managers, providing generational wealth planning to your family, or providing for sufficient cash flow in retirement. Together as a team, we offer the experience, credentials, and skills that help enable us to implement a plan that will be focused on achieving your desired outcome.
You should expect from us a lead financial advisor that is intimately familiar with your goals, your family, your risk profile, and your portfolio. Our process is one in which we will initially discover your objectives and risk tolerance, propose a personalized plan that seeks to accomplish your objectives, implement our agreed upon strategy, and then regularly monitor progress toward your goals. We are wholly transparent in our relationships; and make each client fully aware of the income tax implications of our advice.
We will be proactive in engaging with your CPA and attorney, or other team members that you wish to be involved in your financial life. You will also have a client service associate who will be assigned to your relationship, and we will have a Private Banker who is familiar with your family balance sheet, should you need access to financing of any type.
Our process is designed to deliver a seamless, transparent and well-thought-out strategy to your financial needs that can be adapted as the circumstances in your life evolve.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
Our service model is focused on achieving your goals, whether that is delivering a well-thought-out portfolio allocation with institutional money managers, providing generational wealth planning to your family, or providing for sufficient cash flow in retirement. Together as a team, we offer the experience, credentials, and skills that help enable us to implement a plan that will be focused on achieving your desired outcome.
You should expect from us a lead financial advisor that is intimately familiar with your goals, your family, your risk profile, and your portfolio. Our process is one in which we will initially discover your objectives and risk tolerance, propose a personalized plan that seeks to accomplish your objectives, implement our agreed upon strategy, and then regularly monitor progress toward your goals. We are wholly transparent in our relationships; and make each client fully aware of the income tax implications of our advice.
We will be proactive in engaging with your CPA and attorney, or other team members that you wish to be involved in your financial life. You will also have a client service associate who will be assigned to your relationship, and we will have a Private Banker who is familiar with your family balance sheet, should you need access to financing of any type.
Our process is designed to deliver a seamless, transparent and well-thought-out strategy to your financial needs that can be adapted as the circumstances in your life evolve.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association, Member FDIC.
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Awards & Certifications
In our unwavering commitment to helping clients achieve their investment goals, members of the Double Oak Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley have been awarded the following industry recognitions and certifications:
2024, 2025 & 2026 Barron's Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams
Barron’s publishes an annual ranking of the top private wealth management teams. The teams are ranked on a variety of factors, including their size and shape, their regulatory records and credentials of their members, and the resources they have at their disposal to serve their client bases.
(Source: Barron's (Awarded May 2024, 2025, 2026). Data compiled by Barron's based on time period from Jan 2023-Dec 2023, Jan 2025- Dec 2025. https://mgstn.ly/3WD0yje)
(Source: Barron's (Awarded May 2024, 2025, 2026). Data compiled by Barron's based on time period from Jan 2023-Dec 2023, Jan 2025- Dec 2025. https://mgstn.ly/3WD0yje)
2023 & 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
The Forbes/SHOOK Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list features groups of experienced wealth managers who have proven track records of success according to SHOOK Research, which uses quantitative and qualitative data, including interviews, to rank teams. The Double Oak Wealth Management Group is proud to have been selected in 2023 & 2024.
2023 & 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023 & 2024). 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 & 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023 & 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
The Double Oak Wealth Management team has had representation on Forbes’ list of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors since 2018, the year the list was first produced. The Forbes ranking , developed by SHOOK Research, is based on an algorithm of qualitative criteria, gained through telephone, virtual and in-person due diligence interviews, and quantitative data. Hollis Gieger has been recognized in 2018-2023, 2026; Charlie Norwood in 2018, 2020, 2021, 2023, and 2026; Billy Hiden in 2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2026 and Stuart Patton in 2019-2023, 2026.
2018-2023, 2026 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2023, 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2018-2023, 2026 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2023, 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Barron’s Top 1,200 Financial Advisors
Barron’s publishes an annual ranking of top financial advisors, with data such as assets under management, revenue produced, compliance record, quality of practice, and philanthropic work. Billy Hiden has been recognized in 2020 and 2021.
2020-2021 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State(formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2020-2021). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2020-2021 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State(formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2020-2021). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
Alternative Investments Director
Out Alternative Investment Directors have significant experience with Alternative Investments at Morgan Stanley and have completed coursework with the Chartered Alternative Investment Analyst (CAIA) Association. This internal designation attests to in-depth knowledge of our expansive alternatives platform and the suite of products available to our clients. As alternative investments are a differentiating offering that we bring to many of our clients, Double Oak has several Alternative Investment Directors: Billy Hiden, Hollis Gieger, Charlie Norwood, Braxton Weimer, and Tommy Brown.
Certified Financial Planner (CFP®)
Our CFP® professionals– Billy Hiden, Hollis Gieger, Braxton Weimer, and Caroline Fuerniss—have studied and trained to take a holistic approach in analyzing your full financial life and in crafting a personalized financial plan and investment strategy. This certification also requires a commitment to ethical standards when providing advice to clients, which means that we put your best interest first.
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Family Wealth Director
Family Wealth Directors, having earned a designation that only approximately 5% of Morgan Stanley advisors hold (as of December 2023), have access to Family Office Resources to provide our high-net-worth clients with a truly differentiated experience. Billy Hiden holds this title, and through him, all advisors on our team have access to services for their clients.
The term "Family Office Resources" is being used as a term of art and not to imply that Morgan Stanley and/or its employees are acting as a family office pursuant to Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
The term "Family Office Resources" is being used as a term of art and not to imply that Morgan Stanley and/or its employees are acting as a family office pursuant to Investment Advisers Act of 1940.
Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA®)
The CFA® designation is most respected among certifications for investment management professionals, from research analysts to portfolio managers. The certification requires a minimum of three years of study to complete the sequence of rigorous exams. Will Wykle, Double Oak’s Director of Investments, is a CFA charterholder.
Learn More HereWhat You Can Expect
While the strategies and solutions we provide are broad in scope, our approach is tailored to specific needs. We deliver the personalized attention you expect, as we build a structured plan focused on achieving your financial goals.
Risk Identification and Management
Life's risks can manifest themselves in many ways --from loss of life to loss of health - and have the potential to impair the efficiency of a thoughtfully developed plan. We proactively help address these concerns in a number of ways, ranging from insurance reviews to liquidity strategies.
Longevity Planning
Given extended life expectancy, we help tailor allocation and income distribution strategies to help you preserve assets, whether they are held at Morgan Stanley or other firms. This includes advice on 401(k) plan assets, life insurance and long-term care plans.
Legacy Planning
Delivering an estate to the next generation or favorite charity requires more attention than families often commit. Coordinating with outside estate tax professionals, we align estate planning goals with the appropriate asset titling and beneficiary designation requirements, while incorporating tax minimization strategies to help enhance results.
Asset Growth and Preservation
Asset management aims to achieve the best possible investment returns that are consistent with your level of risk. We offer a wide range of strategies that apply long-held investment principles to help your assets appreciate appropriately. We embrace conflict-free decision making within a cost-effective structure.
Lifestyle Management
We pay particular attention to the timing of milestone events, as well as spending patterns to offer you a set of lifestyle guidelines that help assure your retirement - and other key goals - are not compromised. We understand that the needs of corporate executives are different than those of business owners and will offer strategies specific to your personal situation.
Comprehensive Financial Planning
Regardless of what stage your life is in - moving ahead in your career, enjoying retirement, or somewhere in between - as your Financial Advisors, we can help you work towards your financial goals.
Using a suite of tools that includes goal-specific analysis, we can work with you to create a realistic, holistic strategy that integrates the various aspects of your financial life, including your investments and cash management needs.
We can create your personal roadmap to help achieve and protect your goals — a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Using a suite of tools that includes goal-specific analysis, we can work with you to create a realistic, holistic strategy that integrates the various aspects of your financial life, including your investments and cash management needs.
We can create your personal roadmap to help achieve and protect your goals — a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Tax Efficiency
Factoring the impact of taxes into your investment decisions can help you keep more of your hard-earned money, both now and in the future.
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Manage Debt
We thoroughly review your mortgage, car loans, credit cards, and any other debts that you may have in order to help determine where you can potentially save on interest and create a timeline for your debt payments by prioritizing which ones should be paid off first.
Insurance
We take an extremely close look at your financial profile to decipher what type(s) of insurance most fit your needs and determine if your current insurance policies are best suited for you and your goals.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Retirement
Leading up to and through retirement, Double Oak Wealth Management helps you identify the income strategies aligned with your needs and help ensures that you are on track towards your financial goals.
Alternatives for Diversification from Traditional Markets
Many of our clients look to alternative investments to enhance returns, reduce volatility, manage taxes, and generate income. Morgan Stanley offers a suite of comprehensive strategies, diverse talent, and global resources to offer investment opportunities to eligible investors.
https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/alternative-investments/
https://www.morganstanley.com/what-we-do/wealth-management/alternative-investments/
Real Assets
Real Assets are tangible assets that derive their value from their own intrinsic and inherent qualities.
Absolute Return Assets
Absolute Return assets seek to achieve a targeted return independent of any benchmark or other standard.
Equity Hedge Assets
Equity Hedge assets seek to hedge the equity exposure and are usually negatively correlated with equities.
Equity Return Assets
Equity Return assets seek to return above-average equity returns through more complex strategies, i.e., equity long/short and event driven/credit strategies.
Private Investments
Investments in private companies, or investment vehicles that aim to provide higher-than-market returns through a longer-term, Illiquid investment strategy.
Location
740 Shades Creek Pkwy
Ste 100
Birmingham, AL 35209
US
Direct:
(205) 969-7058(205) 969-7058
Toll-Free:
(855) 336-3820(855) 336-3820
Meet Double Oak Wealth Management Group
William Hiden, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director, Family Wealth Director, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®
Phone:
(205) 969-7015(205) 969-7015
Charles E Norwood, CEPA®
Executive Director, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Advisor, Alternative Investments Director, Lending Specialist, Certified Exit Planning Advisor™ (CEPA)
Phone:
(205) 969-7095(205) 969-7095
Hollis N Gieger Jr., CFP®
Executive Director, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Alternative Investments Director
Phone:
(205) 969-7094(205) 969-7094
Braxton A Weimer, CFP®
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Alternative Investments Director, Senior Portfolio Manager, Lending Specialist
Phone:
(205) 969-7035(205) 969-7035
Tom Brown
First Vice President, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director, Senior Portfolio Manager, Lending Specialist
Phone:
(205) 969-7076(205) 969-7076
Caroline Fuerniss, CFP®, CAP®
Vice President, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy
Phone:
(205) 969-7016(205) 969-7016
Will Wykle, CFA
First Vice President, Investment Consultant
Phone:
(205) 969-7047(205) 969-7047
Susan Barnes
Assistant Vice President, Group Director
Phone:
(205) 969-7058(205) 969-7058
Emma Kahalley, CFA
Financial Planning Analyst
Phone:
(205) 968-6926(205) 968-6926
Roanne Norris
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(334) 270-2611(334) 270-2611
Gage Young
Senior Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(205) 969-7014(205) 969-7014
Suzie Gogan
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(205) 969-7066(205) 969-7066
Sue Yarbrough
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(205) 969-7057(205) 969-7057
About Stuart Patton
“I have always considered it an honor to provide personal, comprehensive financial advice that impacts individuals, families, and businesses for future success. I value the trusted relationships we build that lead us to the investment strategies that are right for each family.”
After building a business foundation practicing as a CPA (retired), Stuart has worked in the Montgomery office at Morgan Stanley for over 40 years. It is the client relationships that drive his enthusiasm for the profession. His investment acumen has earned him the designation of Senior Portfolio Management Director and Financial Planning Specialist. He has also been recognized as a Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor (2019-2023). He served as the Manager of the Montgomery Branch from 2009-2014 and was awarded Producing Manager of the Year honors in 2012 for the Complex.
Stuart has a BS in Accounting from Auburn University. He is an active member of the First Baptist Church of Montgomery, where he has served in a number of leadership roles including Deacon, Bible Fellowship Teacher, and as a Foundation Board member. He also believes in giving back to the community. He serves as a Past President of the Montgomery Lion’s Club, the Jimmy Hitchcock Memorial Award, and the Blue Gray All Star Football Classic. He has also been a United Way Campaign and Montgomery Food Bank volunteer.
Stuart is originally from Atlanta and has lived in Alabama since 1978. He and his wife, Susan, have two grown sons and five grandchildren. He enjoys fishing, the beach, and attending college ball games.
2019-2023 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2019-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
After building a business foundation practicing as a CPA (retired), Stuart has worked in the Montgomery office at Morgan Stanley for over 40 years. It is the client relationships that drive his enthusiasm for the profession. His investment acumen has earned him the designation of Senior Portfolio Management Director and Financial Planning Specialist. He has also been recognized as a Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisor (2019-2023). He served as the Manager of the Montgomery Branch from 2009-2014 and was awarded Producing Manager of the Year honors in 2012 for the Complex.
Stuart has a BS in Accounting from Auburn University. He is an active member of the First Baptist Church of Montgomery, where he has served in a number of leadership roles including Deacon, Bible Fellowship Teacher, and as a Foundation Board member. He also believes in giving back to the community. He serves as a Past President of the Montgomery Lion’s Club, the Jimmy Hitchcock Memorial Award, and the Blue Gray All Star Football Classic. He has also been a United Way Campaign and Montgomery Food Bank volunteer.
Stuart is originally from Atlanta and has lived in Alabama since 1978. He and his wife, Susan, have two grown sons and five grandchildren. He enjoys fishing, the beach, and attending college ball games.
2019-2023 Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2019-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: TX, AR, MS, KY, AZ, VA, TN, SC, OK, OH, MN, MI, MD, MA, IL, OR, MO, LA, CO, NC, IA, NY, AL, DC, WA, SD, DE, MT, FL, IN, PA, NM, GA, CA, NV; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1255745
NMLS#: 1255745
About William Hiden
“Initially I entered the financial services industry as a result of my interest in investments and the stock market. What keeps me in this business are the relationships I have built with clients and their families.”
Billy has a long history of helping guide clients and their families with investment planning, retirement planning, and broad aspects of wealth management. He has significant experience addressing the complex needs of high-net-worth clients. He holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification designation and has been designated a Morgan Stanley Family Wealth Director, a designation earned by approximately 5% of Financial Advisors in the firm as of December 2024. Billy has been recognized as a Top 1200 Advisor by Barron’s (2020, 2021) and as one of Forbes’ Best-In-State Wealth Advisors (2019, 2021, 2022, 2023).
He holds a BS in Economics from Washington and Lee University and completed an MBA at the University of Alabama. Billy is a member of the Estate Planning Council of Birmingham.
Billy and his wife Pat have two children and one grandchild. Billy has served as past president of The Birmingham Golf Association and is active in his church where he has served on the Finance Committee and as Senior Warden of the Vestry.
2020-2021 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
Source: Barrons.com (2020-2021). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2019-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Billy has a long history of helping guide clients and their families with investment planning, retirement planning, and broad aspects of wealth management. He has significant experience addressing the complex needs of high-net-worth clients. He holds a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification designation and has been designated a Morgan Stanley Family Wealth Director, a designation earned by approximately 5% of Financial Advisors in the firm as of December 2024. Billy has been recognized as a Top 1200 Advisor by Barron’s (2020, 2021) and as one of Forbes’ Best-In-State Wealth Advisors (2019, 2021, 2022, 2023).
He holds a BS in Economics from Washington and Lee University and completed an MBA at the University of Alabama. Billy is a member of the Estate Planning Council of Birmingham.
Billy and his wife Pat have two children and one grandchild. Billy has served as past president of The Birmingham Golf Association and is active in his church where he has served on the Finance Committee and as Senior Warden of the Vestry.
2020-2021 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State)
Source: Barrons.com (2020-2021). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2019, 2021, 2022, 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2019-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: VA, PA, NY, LA, IN, AR, MI, MD, DE, AL, SD, AZ, OK, MO, IA, DC, CO, TX, OR, MN, GA, MA, FL, CA, WA, TN, SC, NV, MS, KY, OH, NC, IL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1279345
NMLS#: 1279345
About Charles E Norwood
“Growing up around a family-owned business, I saw firsthand how business owners and accomplished professionals take a hands-on approach to building their companies—yet often have limited time to devote to managing their personal financial lives. That perspective shaped my career and continues to motivate my work: helping successful individuals and families make confident decisions, stay focused on what they do best, and build a strong team of professionals around them.”
As a Family Wealth Advisor, Charlie delivers comprehensive, family-centric wealth management designed to serve multiple generations. He helps families clarify what matters most, communicate effectively about money and values, align around shared goals, and implement strategies intended to grow, protect, and transfer wealth. Charlie has served high-net-worth families for more than 20 years and has earned the Investment Management Consultant (IMC), Alternative Investments Director, and Family Wealth Advisor (FWA) designations to further support clients with thoughtful guidance and specialized capabilities.
Charlie’s commitment to client service has been recognized with inclusion on the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for multiple years, including recognition as one of Alabama’s top-performing advisors in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
A graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Charlie earned a B.A. in Economics. He and his wife, Kelley, are members of the Cathedral Church of the Advent, where they are raising their three children—Ellis, Sellers, and Louise. Outside of work, Charlie enjoys golf, fishing, and traveling.
As a Family Wealth Advisor, Charlie delivers comprehensive, family-centric wealth management designed to serve multiple generations. He helps families clarify what matters most, communicate effectively about money and values, align around shared goals, and implement strategies intended to grow, protect, and transfer wealth. Charlie has served high-net-worth families for more than 20 years and has earned the Investment Management Consultant (IMC), Alternative Investments Director, and Family Wealth Advisor (FWA) designations to further support clients with thoughtful guidance and specialized capabilities.
Charlie’s commitment to client service has been recognized with inclusion on the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for multiple years, including recognition as one of Alabama’s top-performing advisors in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025 and 2026.
A graduate of the University of Alabama at Birmingham, Charlie earned a B.A. in Economics. He and his wife, Kelley, are members of the Cathedral Church of the Advent, where they are raising their three children—Ellis, Sellers, and Louise. Outside of work, Charlie enjoys golf, fishing, and traveling.
Securities Agent: DC, NC, KY, SC, CO, SD, PA, MS, MD, DE, WA, TN, OR, NV, MA, CA, NE, MI, IL, IN, VA, MO, MN, GA, FL, OH, TX, LA, AR, OK, IA, AL, NY, AZ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1279107
NMLS#: 1279107
About Hollis N Gieger Jr.
“While practicing as a CPA, I helped entrepreneurs develop and sell very successful businesses, but many of them failed to be as diligent in managing their wealth beyond the sale. I transitioned to financial services as I saw a need to help entrepreneurs effectively plan and manage the financial resources that they created through their hard work and creativity.”
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) with more than 40 years of experience advising high net worth families, Hollis is focused on building customized financial strategies that can address each client’s specific circumstances. His background as a practicing CPA (retired) prior to entering the wealth management business provided him with broad tax and estate planning knowledge to guide his planning advice. Hollis is also an Alternative Investments Director at Morgan Stanley, a designation reserved only for those individuals who have been identified with the firm as having the experience in a particular field.
His focus on serving clients has earned him a spot on Forbes' first-ever list of America's Top Wealth Advisors, distinguishing him as one of Alabama's top-performing advisors in 2018-2025.
Hollis completed a B.S. in Commerce and Business Administration with a major in Accounting from the University of Alabama graduating with honors. While at Alabama, he also played on the university’s golf team.
Hollis is involved in many local civic and business organizations, and currently serves on the President’s Cabinet at the University of Alabama. Hollis has been married to his wife Karla for more than 30 years and they have two grown children. In his free time, Hollis enjoys playing golf and traveling with family.
2018-2025 Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2018-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) with more than 40 years of experience advising high net worth families, Hollis is focused on building customized financial strategies that can address each client’s specific circumstances. His background as a practicing CPA (retired) prior to entering the wealth management business provided him with broad tax and estate planning knowledge to guide his planning advice. Hollis is also an Alternative Investments Director at Morgan Stanley, a designation reserved only for those individuals who have been identified with the firm as having the experience in a particular field.
His focus on serving clients has earned him a spot on Forbes' first-ever list of America's Top Wealth Advisors, distinguishing him as one of Alabama's top-performing advisors in 2018-2025.
Hollis completed a B.S. in Commerce and Business Administration with a major in Accounting from the University of Alabama graduating with honors. While at Alabama, he also played on the university’s golf team.
Hollis is involved in many local civic and business organizations, and currently serves on the President’s Cabinet at the University of Alabama. Hollis has been married to his wife Karla for more than 30 years and they have two grown children. In his free time, Hollis enjoys playing golf and traveling with family.
2018-2025 Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (2018-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Securities Agent: OH, HI, NV, OK, MI, CA, WA, SD, PA, NY, NE, TN, MN, GA, FL, AZ, AR, OR, MD, IA, DC, MA, DE, CO, IL, NC, IN, TX, MS, MO, LA, VA, SC, AL, KY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1275766
NMLS#: 1275766
About Braxton A Weimer
“I honestly believe that there are few professions that can have the same type of impact in people’s lives that we can offer. I believe there is no greater feeling than working with clients to help them achieve their goals.”
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2009, Braxton spent five years in banking as a Credit Officer specializing in risk management. Braxton practices goals-based wealth management to thoughtfully create customized strategies based on the clients’ objectives, while taking into account risk management, liability management, and changing economic conditions. Braxton regularly reviews portfolios with clients to help make sure that their plans are on track to meet their goals, including education planning, saving for retirement, and preserving wealth for future generations. Braxton has been recognized by Morgan Stanley as a member of the Pacesetters Club. Braxton earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance at Auburn University in 2004.
Within the community, Braxton has served as a board member for The Metro YMCA and for Medical Outreach Ministries. He was a founding member of the Junior Executive Board of the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and is a Torchbearers Leadership Class Graduate. Braxton moved to the Birmingham area in 2015 with his wife Megan and their three daughters, Caroline, Avery, and Hannah.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2009, Braxton spent five years in banking as a Credit Officer specializing in risk management. Braxton practices goals-based wealth management to thoughtfully create customized strategies based on the clients’ objectives, while taking into account risk management, liability management, and changing economic conditions. Braxton regularly reviews portfolios with clients to help make sure that their plans are on track to meet their goals, including education planning, saving for retirement, and preserving wealth for future generations. Braxton has been recognized by Morgan Stanley as a member of the Pacesetters Club. Braxton earned a Bachelor’s degree in Finance at Auburn University in 2004.
Within the community, Braxton has served as a board member for The Metro YMCA and for Medical Outreach Ministries. He was a founding member of the Junior Executive Board of the Montgomery Museum of Fine Arts and is a Torchbearers Leadership Class Graduate. Braxton moved to the Birmingham area in 2015 with his wife Megan and their three daughters, Caroline, Avery, and Hannah.
Securities Agent: CA, VA, MO, MN, AR, NC, IL, TN, NY, MI, DC, PA, NV, WA, SC, OH, KY, IA, AZ, MA, IN, KS, OK, MD, AL, LA, CO, OR, TX, SD, MS, GA, FL, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1339311
NMLS#: 1339311
About Tom Brown
“I have always had a passion for investments and Wall Street. Combining that passion with serving others makes this the best job in the world.”
Tommy focuses on working with high net worth clients to help grow and preserve their wealth. He advises families with various risk profiles and goals. From working with family foundations to setting up college savings accounts for their children, Tommy incorporates a range of investment strategies designed to meet each client’s specific circumstances. He has gained a vast knowledge in trusts and has helped many clients preserve wealth for generations.
He joined the Double Oak Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley in June 2019. Prior to that, Tommy worked at a local firm’s Asset Management Group as an Investment Analyst helping advisors tailor portfolios and doing due diligence on investment managers.
Tommy received his B.S. in Finance from the University of Alabama in 2012. He is a Deacon at Cahaba Park Presbyterian Church. He is also currently finance chair of the King's Home and previously served on the board of Gleenwood. Tommy and his lovely wife Becca have three children, Tartt, Anne Reynolds, and Sam. In his free time, you can find Tommy on the golf course or hunting and fishing with his clients and friends.
Tommy focuses on working with high net worth clients to help grow and preserve their wealth. He advises families with various risk profiles and goals. From working with family foundations to setting up college savings accounts for their children, Tommy incorporates a range of investment strategies designed to meet each client’s specific circumstances. He has gained a vast knowledge in trusts and has helped many clients preserve wealth for generations.
He joined the Double Oak Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley in June 2019. Prior to that, Tommy worked at a local firm’s Asset Management Group as an Investment Analyst helping advisors tailor portfolios and doing due diligence on investment managers.
Tommy received his B.S. in Finance from the University of Alabama in 2012. He is a Deacon at Cahaba Park Presbyterian Church. He is also currently finance chair of the King's Home and previously served on the board of Gleenwood. Tommy and his lovely wife Becca have three children, Tartt, Anne Reynolds, and Sam. In his free time, you can find Tommy on the golf course or hunting and fishing with his clients and friends.
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About Caroline Fuerniss
“I am grateful to work with families that, being conscious of the power that their wealth affords them, seek to be thoughtful and purposeful with their finances. To support clients in that stewardship is a privilege.”
Caroline is committed to a seamless client experience, working to build solid financial futures through sound financial planning. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, Caroline works with clients to create long-term financial plans that are individually tailored to help meet each client’s financial goals, risk profiles, and impact objectives. Caroline adds a unique and valuable perspective to the Double Oak Wealth Management Group. Through thorough and thoughtful analysis, Caroline works to help ensure that her client’s financial decisions are, collectively and independently, creating positive changes for her clients, their families, and the people and causes they most value.
Caroline was appointed to Birmingham’s MS Leadership Class of 2017. She currently is a member of the Ballet Guild of Birmingham. She has also served in leadership roles with the Crisis Center (Board Treasurer, Junior Board President), Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens (Junior Board) and Rotaract (Investment Committee). Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Caroline studied at the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar. Wahoowa! She and her husband, Jim, are members of the Cathedral Church of the Advent. Caroline is constantly trying to free up more storage on her phone to accommodate new podcasts and photos of her daughters, Nell and Margaret. She also enjoys reading, and while her “to-read” list is a few years long, she is always looking for good book recommendations.
Caroline is committed to a seamless client experience, working to build solid financial futures through sound financial planning. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER, Caroline works with clients to create long-term financial plans that are individually tailored to help meet each client’s financial goals, risk profiles, and impact objectives. Caroline adds a unique and valuable perspective to the Double Oak Wealth Management Group. Through thorough and thoughtful analysis, Caroline works to help ensure that her client’s financial decisions are, collectively and independently, creating positive changes for her clients, their families, and the people and causes they most value.
Caroline was appointed to Birmingham’s MS Leadership Class of 2017. She currently is a member of the Ballet Guild of Birmingham. She has also served in leadership roles with the Crisis Center (Board Treasurer, Junior Board President), Birmingham’s Botanical Gardens (Junior Board) and Rotaract (Investment Committee). Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Caroline studied at the University of Virginia as an Echols Scholar. Wahoowa! She and her husband, Jim, are members of the Cathedral Church of the Advent. Caroline is constantly trying to free up more storage on her phone to accommodate new podcasts and photos of her daughters, Nell and Margaret. She also enjoys reading, and while her “to-read” list is a few years long, she is always looking for good book recommendations.
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About Will Wykle
“I didn’t start out at Morgan Stanley, but I got here as fast as I could. Coming from an institutional background, it’s been remarkably refreshing to work directly with families that are both engaged in and trusting of our advisory services.”
Will joined the Double Oak team in June 2022 and leads our research efforts. His primarily roles include filtering through internal and external research to assess risks and opportunities in the capital markets, with a particular emphasis on identifying and allocating client capital to high conviction managers in both public and private markets. Will began his investment career as an equity research analyst supporting a boutique small and SMID cap growth firm in Philadelphia, PA. Following the financial crisis, he shifted to institutional investment consulting and spent 11 years leading equity and fixed income manager research efforts at Highland Associates in Birmingham. Will earned a BA in History from Wake Forest University and an MBA from University of Georgia. He is member of Independent Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, where he also sits on the Foundation committee. Will spends his free time keeping up with his daughters, Molly and Susie. He will drop everything to serve a client or join a card game.
Will joined the Double Oak team in June 2022 and leads our research efforts. His primarily roles include filtering through internal and external research to assess risks and opportunities in the capital markets, with a particular emphasis on identifying and allocating client capital to high conviction managers in both public and private markets. Will began his investment career as an equity research analyst supporting a boutique small and SMID cap growth firm in Philadelphia, PA. Following the financial crisis, he shifted to institutional investment consulting and spent 11 years leading equity and fixed income manager research efforts at Highland Associates in Birmingham. Will earned a BA in History from Wake Forest University and an MBA from University of Georgia. He is member of Independent Presbyterian Church in Birmingham, where he also sits on the Foundation committee. Will spends his free time keeping up with his daughters, Molly and Susie. He will drop everything to serve a client or join a card game.
About Emma Kahalley
Emma attended Birmingham-Southern College as The Rushton Scholar and graduated magna cum laude in 2022. She majored in Mathematical Finance and Business Management while being active in Chi Omega, Honor Council, and the Orientation Group. She was also a member of Omicron Delta Kappa and Sigma Beta Delta.
Emma has over 2 years of experience as an investment management research analyst.
Emma grew up in Longmont, Colorado and outside of work, she enjoys traveling, running, reading, playing pickleball, snowboarding, and cooking
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Emma has over 2 years of experience as an investment management research analyst.
Emma grew up in Longmont, Colorado and outside of work, she enjoys traveling, running, reading, playing pickleball, snowboarding, and cooking
*This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice*
About Roanne Norris
An experienced professional in the financial services industry since 1981, Roanne began her career with Robinson-Humphrey, a predecessor firm to Morgan Stanley, and has been with the firm ever since. She is a Portfolio Associate and holds her Series 7 and 66 licenses. Roanne plays an integral role in client engagement, administrative duties, servicing accounts and helps to maintain the operations process for Stuart. She is experienced in servicing client needs and enhancing the client experience; delivering the exceptional service that Stuart and his team have come to enjoy.
About Gage Young
Gage, an Opelika, AL, native, graduated from Auburn University with a degree in Communication, and minors in English and Applied Mathematics. While at Auburn, he gained valuable experience through the Disney College Program at Walt Disney World and completed a fellowship with the Alabama House of Representatives' Ways and Means Committee during their Spring 2020 session.
A passionate sports enthusiast, Gage enjoys playing in recreational leagues and is a dedicated fan of the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Lakers. Outside of work Gage enjoys hiking with his dog, Gene, and traveling. Gage serves on the Board of Down Syndrome Alabama and is passionate about community volunteering.
In 2020, Gage relocated to Birmingham, starting his career at Peachtree Planning before joining Morgan Stanley in June 2021. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality client service, and prides himself on his focus and efficiency.
A passionate sports enthusiast, Gage enjoys playing in recreational leagues and is a dedicated fan of the Boston Red Sox and Los Angeles Lakers. Outside of work Gage enjoys hiking with his dog, Gene, and traveling. Gage serves on the Board of Down Syndrome Alabama and is passionate about community volunteering.
In 2020, Gage relocated to Birmingham, starting his career at Peachtree Planning before joining Morgan Stanley in June 2021. He is dedicated to delivering high-quality client service, and prides himself on his focus and efficiency.
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About Brandon Marsh
Brandon Marsh is a vice president and financial planning director serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Alabama, Arkansas, and the Florida Panhandle. Brandon is responsible for helping financial advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.
Brandon began his career in financial services as a financial analyst upon graduating from college and joined Morgan Stanley in 2014. His career in the financial services industry spans more than 21 years, during which time he has held roles in various aspects of the industry, including fixed income, asset liability, portfolio management, and derivative experience. Brandon’s scope of experience allows him to deliver guidance and skilled focus to clients on a variety of financial planning concerns.
Brandon holds an undergraduate degree in business administration. As a FINRA registered representative, he holds Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses. Brandon has earned a Certified Private Wealth Advisor® designation, awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute. Brandon lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with his wife, Hayley, and two sons, Paul and Walton. He enjoys time spent with family, fishing with his boys, coaching sports teams, and scouts.
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Brandon began his career in financial services as a financial analyst upon graduating from college and joined Morgan Stanley in 2014. His career in the financial services industry spans more than 21 years, during which time he has held roles in various aspects of the industry, including fixed income, asset liability, portfolio management, and derivative experience. Brandon’s scope of experience allows him to deliver guidance and skilled focus to clients on a variety of financial planning concerns.
Brandon holds an undergraduate degree in business administration. As a FINRA registered representative, he holds Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses. Brandon has earned a Certified Private Wealth Advisor® designation, awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute. Brandon lives in Birmingham, Alabama, with his wife, Hayley, and two sons, Paul and Walton. He enjoys time spent with family, fishing with his boys, coaching sports teams, and scouts.
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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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About Mason Kumiega
Mason J. Kumiega 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. Mason 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.
Mason earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Mason is originally from Massachusetts and currently resides in the Atlanta, Georgia area.
Mason earned his undergraduate degree from the University of North Carolina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Mason is originally from Massachusetts and currently resides in the Atlanta, Georgia area.
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.
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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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.
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.
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2Morgan 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.
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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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