Mark Thompson
Private Banker
J. Cliff Walker
Associate Vice President, Wealth Management,
Financial Advisor
Direct:
(615) 665-4741(615) 665-4741
My Mission Statement
Delivering high-quality service with a wide array of investment and financial solutions personalized for clients like you.
Welcome
I am a native of Columbia, a small town in Middle Tennessee, with degrees from Vanderbilt University in both Economics and Law. After practicing law in Nashville, I served a total of 18 years as General Counsel and then as President of a regional auto insurer based in Columbia, where my duties included managing its investment portfolio. Subsequent to the sale of that company, I joined Morgan Stanley in 2013. Here I utilize its vast resources as well as my own business management, and financial background to provide sophisticated but fundamentally sound advice to help achieve your financial goals within your tolerance for risk. To do so I work with both the assets and the liabilities sides of your balance sheet providing a very personalized concierge level of service to help you accomplish your goals as effectively as possible.
Securities Agent: VA, IL, TN, MI, AZ, AL, CO, MT, NC, TX, NY, MD, IN, FL, OH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1298002
NMLS#: 1298002
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Education & Experience
• Vanderbilt University School of Law, Nashville, TN Doctor of Jurisprudence, 1991 Johnson & Gibbs Appellate Advocacy Award, 1989
• Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN Bachelor of Arts in Economics, cum laude, 1988 Minor in Finance & Business Administration
Morgan Stanley, Nashville, TN,
Associate Vice President, Financial Advisor – 2013- Present
Haulers Insurance Company, Inc., Columbia, TN,
Secretary & General Counsel - 1994-2005;
President - 2005-2012
• Planned and managed its expansion from a Tennessee captive insurer of General Trucking into multiple states with more than $30M in revenue, and $50M in assets.
• Directed $40M+ corporate investment portfolio.
• Successfully negotiated and executed company’s $50M+ acquisition and integration into super-regional insurer.
General Trucking Co., Inc., Columbia, TN,
Secretary & General Counsel - 1994-1999
Ortale, Kelley, Herbert & Crawford, Nashville, TN
Associate Attorney - 1991-1994
• Zion Christian Academy, Board of Trustees, Secretary, Columbia, TN (2005-2008)
• Public Affairs Council of Maury Alliance, Board of Directors, Chairman, Columbia, TN (2003-2006) 7 Local Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Agency
• Leadership Maury, Board Member, Columbia, TN (2003-2006) 7 Leadership development organization sponsored by Maury Alliance.
• First Farmers & Merchants Bank, Advisory Board, Member, Columbia, TN (2008-2012)
• The Kings Daughters School, Board of Directors, President, Columbia, TN (1996-2005) 7 Private residential school for persons with developmental disabilities or autism.
• United Way of Maury County, Board of Directors, Chairman; Annual Giving Campaign, Chairman, Maury County, TN (1999-2000)
• Vanderbilt University, Nashville, TN Bachelor of Arts in Economics, cum laude, 1988 Minor in Finance & Business Administration
Morgan Stanley, Nashville, TN,
Associate Vice President, Financial Advisor – 2013- Present
Haulers Insurance Company, Inc., Columbia, TN,
Secretary & General Counsel - 1994-2005;
President - 2005-2012
• Planned and managed its expansion from a Tennessee captive insurer of General Trucking into multiple states with more than $30M in revenue, and $50M in assets.
• Directed $40M+ corporate investment portfolio.
• Successfully negotiated and executed company’s $50M+ acquisition and integration into super-regional insurer.
General Trucking Co., Inc., Columbia, TN,
Secretary & General Counsel - 1994-1999
Ortale, Kelley, Herbert & Crawford, Nashville, TN
Associate Attorney - 1991-1994
• Zion Christian Academy, Board of Trustees, Secretary, Columbia, TN (2005-2008)
• Public Affairs Council of Maury Alliance, Board of Directors, Chairman, Columbia, TN (2003-2006) 7 Local Chamber of Commerce and Economic Development Agency
• Leadership Maury, Board Member, Columbia, TN (2003-2006) 7 Leadership development organization sponsored by Maury Alliance.
• First Farmers & Merchants Bank, Advisory Board, Member, Columbia, TN (2008-2012)
• The Kings Daughters School, Board of Directors, President, Columbia, TN (1996-2005) 7 Private residential school for persons with developmental disabilities or autism.
• United Way of Maury County, Board of Directors, Chairman; Annual Giving Campaign, Chairman, Maury County, TN (1999-2000)
Financial Planning Resources
Goals you set today will evolve over time. My process is designed to evolve with them- and with the changing circumstances of your life. Holistic in its approach, my planning process will encompass all the elements of your financial and personal life, making sure they align with your current and future goals.
Leveraging a sophisticated suite of analytical tools, as well as decades of industry experience, our team can help you take charge of your financial future and achieve your goals.
Leveraging a sophisticated suite of analytical tools, as well as decades of industry experience, our team can help you take charge of your financial future and achieve your goals.
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At Morgan Stanley, we believe that identifying financial solutions begins with a solid understanding of each client's situation goals, objectives and risk tolerance. I follow a disciplined process that allows us to work with you to craft a solution that helps to meet your individual financial needs.
Discovery Process
I take the time to fully understand you and your family, whether you're planning for retirement, purchasing a home, or living out your golden years - I consider all of your challenges, goals, and aspirations when building your financial picture.
Forming Your Strategy
Using your life goals as my compass, I create a risk-balanced strategy which maps a clear path to helping achieve your success.
Implementing Your Plan
I apply extensive research and analysis, and also utilize Morgan Stanley's full suite of resources, to help ensure swift and decisive action in various market scenarios.
Measuring Your Success
I check in with you to deliver metrics around your portfolio, and ultimately measure trajectory towards your goals. My ultimate mission is your success and well-being..
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3102 West End Ave
Ste 200
Nashville, TN 37203
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(615) 665-4741(615) 665-4741
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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
Kate Rives
Planning Associate
About Mark Thompson
NMLS# 152531
Mark Thompson is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
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.
Mark began his career in financial services in 1995, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Private Banker at Merrill Lynch.
Mark is a graduate of St. Thomas University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his family. Outside of the office, Mark enjoys playing golf and hockey.
Mark Thompson is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
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.
Mark began his career in financial services in 1995, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Private Banker at Merrill Lynch.
Mark is a graduate of St. Thomas University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his family. Outside of the office, Mark enjoys playing golf and hockey.
NMLS#: 152531
About Kate Rives
Kate Rives 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, she collaborates with clients to discover and define goals that matter most to them. Leveraging state of the art technology, she will evaluate various options and their potential outcomes to help clients confidently choose the appropriate course of action. Kate 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.
She earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Georgia and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Kate is originally from Memphis, Tennessee and currently resides in Alpharetta, Georgia.
She earned her undergraduate degree from The University of Georgia and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Kate is originally from Memphis, Tennessee and currently resides in Alpharetta, Georgia.
Wealth Management
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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
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- Annuities
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
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
Business Planning
Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
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Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
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2Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
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4Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
5Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.
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For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
3Morgan 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.
4Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
5Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.
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 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.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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