About Us

Our team has over 50 years of combined experience in the financial services industry. Together, we bring together a diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, and competencies to efficiently manage a full spectrum of client wealth management needs. Merging our knowledge with the technology and vast resources of Morgan Stanley, we build financial plans which help meet goals, while preserving and building wealth for our clients. As a team, our approach to managing your wealth is unified, and customized specifically to you. Our collective attitude is to avoid the cookie-cutter model prevalent in the wealth management industry today. At the forefront of our team is the human element of each relationship. It is our aspiration to be your trusted advisor. By intently listening to our clients, we uncover goals and objectives existing now, and in the future. To this end, we simplify complex matters in a way easily understood and actionable for our clients. Many of our relationships span decades, and as a result are multi-generational in nature.  We approach each new client in the same manner, and as if they will know us for generations to come. Close relationships with our clients have allowed us to successfully guide clients through a variety of markets and economic environments together. It is our sincere hope we have an opportunity to introduce our unique style of wealth management to you, and your family.
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3280 Peachtree Rd NE
Ste 1900
Atlanta, GA 30305
US
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Meet Jenniges and Madden Group

About Justin A. Jenniges

Justin began his career in the financial services industry at Smith Barney in 2006, but his passion for investments began much earlier. He is a Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, and First Vice President of Wealth Management.

Justin is a life-long Georgia resident.  He attended the University of Georgia, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Economics and Finance.

Justin and his wife Amanda live in Sandy Springs. They have been married since 2007 years and have 2 children, John and Olivia.  In his spare time, Justin enjoys spending time with his family, exercising, church activities, investment research, music, sports and traveling. 

In the past, Justin has served as president and treasurer of Village Creek Homeowners Association, been an ambassador to the Society for Human Resource Management, and helped found the Student Financial Planning Association (SFPA) at the University of Georgia. In 2019, Justin was ranked on the "Best in State," Forbes Next Generation Financial Advisor list for the state of Georgia.

​Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2019) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/17 - 6/30/18.
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​Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded June 2019) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19.
Securities Agent: VA, WY, WI, WA, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IA, IL, IN, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MT, NC, NH, NJ, NV, NY, OH, OR, MS, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1406573

About Bert Madden, Jr

Bert has decades of experience in the financial services business, beginning his career in the fixed income department at Dean Witter in 1982. He spent 2 years as a trader, 2 years underwriting and 20 years in Institutional Fixed Income sales. After taking a couple years to pursue a family project, he returned to Morgan Stanley building his practice around individuals and families.

At the age of 5, Bert moved to Atlanta, which has been his home ever since.  He received his B.A. in Economics from the University of Georgia in 1982. 

Bert and his wife Kelly have been married since 1984 and have 3 adult daughters.  In his spare time, Bert enjoys outdoor sports, bird hunting, fishing, golf, tennis and working in the yard.

Bert is a member of Northside Methodist Church where he has served on numerous boards and usher crew. He has also had a longtime involvement with the Northside Youth Organization. He is an active alumnus of The Lovett School and past president of the Alumni Association.
Securities Agent: PA, TN, TX, VA, WA, SC, NJ, NC, MT, MS, MI, MA, LA, IN, IL, GA, FL, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AL, NV, NY, OH, OR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1262270

About Sharon Benton

Sharon has been in the Financial Service industry since 1989.  She has worked in many facets of the industry; from support staff to Operations Manager.  In September of 2007 she joined Morgan Stanley from Smith Barney along with Justin Jenniges when he moved his team.

Sharon is a dedicated professional who is passionate about providing a superior level of service to our team's clients.  She earned her Bachelors of Science in Finance from Wilberforce University 1986.

She grew up on Long Island and moved to Atlanta in 1986 with her husband and two children. Sharon enjoys fine wine, volunteering and sports.

About Pamela H Osterland

Pamela Osterland
Portfolio Associate, Senior Registered Client Service Associate

Pamela joined Morgan Stanley in 1999.

She has earned the title of Portfolio Associate and Senior Registered Client Service Associate and is the recipient of Morgan Stanley’s Service Excellence Award. Pamela has her Series 7 and 63 and is able to assist the team and clients with professional and outstanding Customer Service.

She excels in the ability to create a client experience rich in convenience, personal attention, friendliness and attention to detail.

Pamela is an Atlanta Native, Attended the State University of West Georgia and resides in Marietta, GA, where she grew up. She married to Justin Osterland and one of their favorite outside interest is their cars and going driving in the mountains or you can catch them at the Racetrack.

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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

About Brian Ford

NMLS# 687710

Brian Ford is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Georgia.

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.

Brian Ford began his career in financial services in 2006, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2015 as an Associate Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a Regional Private Banker at Wells Fargo, as well as a Financial Advisor at Ameriprise Financial.

Brian is a graduate of the Georgia Institute of Technology, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Management. He and his family reside in Cumming, Georgia. Outside of the office, Brian dedicates his time to developing future leaders in youth athletics, serving as a Coach on his children’s baseball teams. When not on the field, he also enjoys running, traveling, watching sports, and spending time with his family.
NMLS#: 687710

About Matt Edwards

Matt Edwards is an Associate Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Georgia and Tennessee.

Associate Private Bankers partner with Private Bankers and 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.

Matt began his career in financial services in 2009, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2015 as a Private Banker Advisory Associate.

Matt is a graduate of the Georgia Southern University, where he received a Bachelor Degree in Business Administration, and Valdosta State University, where he received his Masters Degree in Business Administration. He lives in Atlanta, Georgia.

Outside of the office, Matt is an enthusiastic fly fisherman and artist. Most recently, he served as liaison with Junior Achievement, a program that develops entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and workplace readiness in undeveloped communities.
NMLS#: 763106
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Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
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9When 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 always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.

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13Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.

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14Morgan 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 or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
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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