Our Story and Services

The Wellesley Centre Group is committed to helping clients achieve their financial goals. With over nine decades of industry experience combined, we work directly with successful individuals, families and business owners to create a comprehensive investment strategy tailored to their specific needs and objectives.

The knowledge of the markets and wealth management industry allows us to provide clients with investment advice that is tailored to their specific needs. We utilize the firm’s managed money platforms, financial planning resources, and cash management and lending capabilities to meet the unique needs of each client.

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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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Location

112 Worcester Street
Wellesley, MA 02481
US
Direct:
(781) 431-6700(781) 431-6700
Fax:
(781) 431-6777(781) 431-6777

Meet The Wellesley Centre Group

About Jeffrey Factor

Jeff Factor is a Senior Vice President , Senior Portfolio Management Director at Morgan Stanley, where he has worked since 1996.

Jeff leads the team’s financial planning efforts and believes that each client should have a customized plan designed specifically for their needs and objectives. At the core of Jeff’s business are high net worth individuals who are preparing for a significant financial event or retirement. By utilizing the financial planning capabilities of the firm, Jeff creates and implements an innovative strategy for each client that is designed to help them achieve their unique goals.

Jeff is currently a member of Master's Club. He has been named a Five Star Wealth Advisor by Boston Magazine from 2016-2022, and 2024. Jeff is a graduate of Massachusetts College of Liberal Arts where he earned a bachelor of arts degree. Currently, he and his wife Irina live in Needham with their two boys, Aaron and Mark. In his free time, Jeff enjoys skiing, working out and traveling.

2016-2022, 2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2016-2022, 2024) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.
Securities Agent: DE, CA, KS, TX, TN, SD, OR, NJ, NH, AZ, AR, WI, SC, NV, NC, DC, VT, OH, NY, MA, CO, WV, WA, MD, CT, MO, RI, ME, VA, PA, IL, GA, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 176203

About Lana Derevyankina

Whether you are planning for retirement, buying a house, preparing children for a college, or setting your bucket-list goals, you need a Financial Advisor on your side.

I began my career with Morgan Stanley in 2014. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, I utilize a comprehensive wealth management process to develop financial plans tailored to individual situations. I analyze my clients’ problems and engage Morgan Stanley’s resources to find solutions. The firm’s modern wealth management analytics and risk management tools are used to formulate customized strategies.

My process starts with discovering what goals are most important to my clients. After I get to know my clients well to then align investments with their goals. I enjoy working with clients who want to learn the art of goal-based investing but who also want a responsible person to look after their portfolio so they can enjoy spending time with their families and doing things they love.
In my free time, you will find me gardening, cooking, and exploring the outdoors with my husband and son.
Securities Agent: TN, AZ, NJ, KS, GA, OR, NC, IL, WV, VA, NH, IN, IA, CO, MI, MD, MA, SC, PA, ID, HI, DC, VT, NY, NM, CT, WI, VI, TX, OH, MO, MN, CA, AL, RI, NV, AR, WA, SD, MT, ME, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 2340021

About Frank Rossi

I have been a licensed investment professional since 1984 and joined Morgan Stanley in 1990. I’m firmly committed to building long-term relationships. As part of my continuing efforts to deliver a high level of financial service to my clients and expand my learning, I earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2007. The designation is designed to help individuals identify financial planners who are committed to competent and ethical behavior when providing financial planning. Holding this certification means that I have met the rigorous certification requirements through initial and continuing education -as well as examination and experience standards. I create comprehensive wealth management strategies for my clients including pre and post retirement planning, investment management, and leaving a legacy for their family.

As an alumnus of Southern New Hampshire University (formerly New Hampshire College), I earned my Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance in 1982.

I reside in Medway, MA with my wife Debi and our two children, Kyle and Eliza. I’m passionate about the outdoors and I’m an avid mountain biker and skier.
Securities Agent: CT, FL, GA, HI, IL, IN, KS, MA, MD, ME, MT, WV, WI, WA, VT, VA, TX, SC, RI, PA, OR, OH, NY, NV, NM, NJ, NH, NC, SD, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1279550

About Meghan Chase

Meghan joined Morgan Stanley in 2015 as a Senior Registered Associate. Bringing seven years of client service experience to the team, Meghan spearheads the administrative areas of our practice, working closely with clients on operational requests, transactions, and questions. Meghan appreciates the impact she has on helping clients as they develop a sound financial future for themselves and their families. Her organization, attention to detail, and passion for helping people allow her to offer our clients an extraordinary experience.

Licenses | Series 7, Series 63 and Series 66 licensed

Education | Graduated from The University of Maine with a B.S. in Business Administration

About Erica Chafkin

Erica is a Portfolio Associate for The Wellesley Centre Group. She has worked in the brokerage industry since 2005 and currently provides client service, sales, and marketing support to Steve, Jeff, Lana, Frank and their clients. She was the recipient of a Service Excellence Award in 2012.

Prior to her career at Morgan Stanley, Erica spent six years working in the banking industry. She attended Barnard College for her undergraduate education and also holds an MBA degree from Babson College. In her spare time, she enjoys traveling, dining out, going to museums, movies, and cultural events.

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 Katie Prendergast

Kathleen Prendergast is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New York City.

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.

Kathleen began her career in financial services in 2014, when she joined Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor Associate. She became an Associate Private Banker in 2018 and promoted to Private Banker in 2021. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Major Donor Development Officer at the Reeve Foundation.

Kathleen is a graduate of the Fairfield University, where she received a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, and Montclair State University where she received her Teacher’s Certification. She lives in Weehawken, NJ. Outside of the office, Kathleen enjoys spending time with family and friends, volunteering at the Hoboken Community Shelter, hiking with her dog Barry, and traveling to new destinations.
NMLS#: 1750426
Wealth Management
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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
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

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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