My Story and Services

Jeremiah Wise is a dedicated Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, whose career is a testament to his unwavering commitment to excellence, discipline, and resilience. His experience and strategic mindset, honed during his time as an elite collegiate athlete, continues to guide him in serving clients. Jeremiah played NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball at Indiana State University, and The University of Illinois, where he contributed to his teams selection to the NCAA Division I Men’s Basketball Tournament. He also played NCAA Division II Men’s Basketball at Mercyhurst University, where he contributed to his team’s Top 25 national ranking. These experiences helped build a foundation in his leadership and teamwork abilities, instilling in him a profound sense of discipline and the capacity to learn and excel under challenging circumstances.

Jeremiah applies these athletic experiences to wealth management, emphasizing discipline in preparation, adaptability, and achieving elite results through collaboration. Just as he excelled on the court by executing game plans and working with teammates, he now thrives by serving clients through his partnership with Morgan Stanley and its specialists in tax planning, investments, lending, estate planning, and insurance. His clients would describe him as knowledgeable yet approachable with the profound ability to simplify complex financial concepts. Furthermore, clients rave at his ability to craft diverse personalized strategies and retirement plans that align with their goals and family values which allow them to rest well at night.

Jeremiah began his financial career in 2011 at New England Financial/MetLife and has since gained extensive knowledge and experience through various advisory roles at well respected firms including: Mutual of Omaha, Fifth Third Bank, and JPMorgan Chase before ultimately joining Morgan Stanley.

Beyond his professional endeavors, Jeremiah is actively involved in philanthropic efforts and community service. He cherishes spending time with his family, traveling, working out, reading, and landscaping. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Mercyhurst University, and is licensed with Series 7, Series 6, Series 63, Series 65 Licenses, as well as Life & Health Insurance Licenses. He is also currently pursuing the CFP® designation and studying Spanish to better serve a more diverse client base. Jeremiah looks forward to earning the opportunity to serve you and your family.
Services Include
Securities Agent: NV, FL, VA, MO, MA, AZ, NH, KS, HI, CO, PA, NM, NC, IN, ID, AL, WI, VT, VI, UT, MT, IL, SD, SC, PR, NE, GA, CA, AK, TX, TN, OR, NY, NJ, ND, MN, IA, CT, WV, MS, ME, WA, OK, DE, AR, RI, OH, MI, LA, KY, DC, WY, MD; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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WORKING WITH YOU

As your dedicated Financial Advisor, my role is to tailor a personalized financial strategy designed to fit whatever needs you may have. In my experience working with clients, I have developed a step-by-step approach to service:

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    Discovery

    I take time to fully understand you and your family's needs and goals. Whether you're planning for retirement, purchasing a home, or living out your retirement years - I take into account your aspirations, challenges, risk tolerance and other factors to help me develop your financial plan.

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    Formulating Your Strategy

    Using your goals as a guide, I create a detailed strategy with recommendations aimed at helping you grow, preserve, and transfer your wealth. I use proprietary financial planning tools in tandem with your personal priorities to help formulate a plan that fits your needs.

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    Implementing Your Plan

    In this step, I will present the strategy I created for you. Upon your approval, I will begin to implement the strategy using the firm's world class platforms.

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    Ongoing Monitoring and Evaluation

    Continuing the conversation allows me to help ensure that your current goals are top of mind when working on your wealth management strategy. I monitor your plan and portfolio to help make certain your assets are positioned to align with your changing circumstances.

WHY MORGAN STANLEY

At Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, exclusive access to vast resources, combined with our unique capabilities, gives me the means to support your goals at every stage in your life.

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    Advice and Solutions

    My clients benefit from access to the intellectual capital of our Global Investment Committee, a group of leading market thinkers uniquely dedicated to providing high-quality, industry-leading investment ideas to Wealth Management clients.

    Morgan Stanley Ideas
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    Estate Planning

    I work with you to explore factors that are relevant to existing or future estate structures. We will discuss different tax and estate planning strategies and collaborate with your external tax and legal advisors to create a plan that reflects your desires during and after your lifetime.

    Estate Planning Essentials: A Guide
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    Financial Planning

    Morgan Stanley Financial Planning can show you a single, comprehensive snapshot of your finances. I can help you create a wealth plan that's adaptable to the different stages of your life using our award-winning tools- Goals Planning System (GPS) and LifeView.

    Morgan Stanley Goals-Based Wealth Management
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    Morgan Stanley at Work

    Whether you're a global corporation or a growing start-up, I understand your needs and offer tailored solutions and technology to help meet them.

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    Cybersecurity

    Your security is my top priority. Morgan Stanley proactively defends our systems and monitors our digital landscapes to anticipate issues before they arise and responds appropriately when they do. The Firm is actively supporting a multitude of layers of security. Read more about the cybersecurity resources used by the firm below.

    Security Center
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    Tax Management Services

    Morgan Stanley Total Tax 365 offers a full spectrum of tax-efficient solutions to help mitigate the tax drag on your portfolio—so you can keep more of what you earn and improve after-tax returns.

    Tax-Smart Investing: Total Tax 365

CASH MANAGEMENT AND LENDING

At Morgan Stanley, we recognize that clients and their families have unique needs that require dedicated experience and capabilities. Our goal is to help simplify your financial life with a combination of cash management and lending solutions designed to complement your investment strategy and support your financial goals.

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    Cash Management and Lending Solutions

    At Morgan Stanley, we offer unique cash management and lending solutions to complement your investments and help simplify your finances.

    Explore the Full Suite of Offerings
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    Preferred Savings Program

    Once you open a Morgan Stanley Brokerage Account, you can make the most of your idle cash with our competitive Preferred Savings Program.

    Help Keep Your Cash Working for You
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    Morgan Stanley CashPlus Brokerage Account

    Designed as a modern alternative to banking with the capabilities to help you access, move, and manage cash when you need it while enjoying exclusive benefits.

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    Preferred Certificates of Deposit (CDs)

    Once you open a Morgan Stanley Brokerage Account, you can potentially grow your wealth with our competitive fixed rate Preferred Certificates of Deposit (CDs) offerings.

    Lock in a Competitive Rate
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    Beyond Basic Borrowing

    Most people borrow during the course of their lives. But it's important to be as strategic about borrowing as you are with the other areas of your financial life.

    Strategic Borrowing
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    Helping a Loved One Buy a Home

    High home prices and mortgage rates are putting the dream of homeownership out of reach for many would-be buyers. Learn how you can help a loved one break into a tough market.

    Ways to Help With a Home Purchase

VALUABLE TOOLS AND RESEARCH

It has never been more important to have a financial plan in place to get you to where you want to be. To help stay up to date on the broader economy as well as with personal finance best practices, I have provided some resources below to help you to get started.

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    On The Markets Research Report

    Detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more.

    Learn More
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    GIC Weekly Research Report

    The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance and fixed income.

    The GIC Weekly
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    Thoughts on the Market Podcast

    With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join Morgan Stanley's top analysts and strategists as they discuss a variety of viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.

    Listen to the Latest Episode
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    Wealth and Estate Planning Video Series

    Explore a series of educational videos covering topics such as Foundational Estate Planning Documents, Estate & Gift Taxes, Grantor Retained Annuity Trusts (GRATs), Irrevocable Life Insurance Trusts and more.

    Watch Videos

Client Service Team

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    James Stygles - Client Relationship Analyst
    Phone:
    (630) 573-9663(630) 573-9663
    Email:James.Stygles@morganstanley.com
    James Stygles joined Morgan Stanley in 2021 supporting Wealth Management clients within the Anti-Money Laundering team. James obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration in Hospitality and Tourism from Endicott College. With a background in hospitality, he brings a strong focus on service and attention to detail. James is passionate about building lasting client relationships and ensuring a smooth and efficient client experience. Outside of work you can find James spending time with family, running, swimming, or exploring the outdoors.
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    Derek LaMaide - Wealth Management Associate
    Phone:
    (630) 573-9676(630) 573-9676
    Email:Derek.Lamaide@morganstanley.com
    Derek joined Morgan Stanley in July 2025 with over a decade of experience in providing exceptional client service. He previously worked as a Sr. Client Service Associate for ultra-high net worth clients within JPMorgan’s Private Bank and holds a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University. He lives with his wife and cat in Warrenville and in his free time, he enjoys reading, hiking, and cooking.

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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 Jordan Hoerter

Jordan Hoerter is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Illinois.

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.

Jordan began his career in financial services in 2010 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to joining the firm, he was Vice President, Private Banker at Associated Bank.

Jordan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing. He lives in Chicago, Illinois. Jordan donates his time with United Way, Emerging Leaders, Blessings in a Backpack and Junior Achievement. When not in the office, Jordan enjoys running, snowboarding, traveling, and spending time with his family.
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About Amy Gross

Amy Gross is a Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in the Chicago suburbs. She is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.

Amy began her career in financial services in 2009 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021. Prior to her current position, she worked at Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse as a Senior Registered Associate working with high-net-worth clients on an individual basis and making sure all their financial and operational needs were met.

Amy graduated from Illinois State University and holds her Certified Financial Planner® designation. Amy lives in Brookfield, IL with her husband Garrett, daughter Felicity and son Emmett. Outside of work, Amy enjoys both going to and volunteering at Brookfield Zoo and is a Chicago Zoological Association Associate Board Member. Outside of work she enjoys reading, traveling and exploring new places whenever she can.
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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.

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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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup

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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 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration
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2025 Midyear Economic Outlook: A Widespread Deceleration

Global growth is likely to slow in 2025 and 2026 as the shock of higher U.S. tariffs crimps demand around the world.

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
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education

Though education costs continue to climb, starting to save and invest early can make a difference.

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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1Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.

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2When 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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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.

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4Morgan 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.

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5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.

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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6Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.

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7Morgan 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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8Morgan 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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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 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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