Welcome

Mark Fast is a Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley. He focuses on working with self-made entrepreneurs, corporate executives, community leaders, and families going through key transition periods.

Mark utilizes his extensive experience and the latest analytical tools, in striving to help you live life as you wish. He recognizes that each individual's financial goals and transition periods throughout their lives are unique and have their own challenges.

After having a clear picture of our clients overall financial situation, needs and goals, Mark will craft a personalized holistic financial plan and investment strategy that connects where our clients are today with the future they envision.
With decades of combined experience, our dynamic multi-generational team offers continuity for our clients and a balance of perspectives that helps you and your children make decisions more confidently.

I look forward to the opportunity to meet with you and together determine how we may be able to help.
Credentials:

Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®)

  • This prestigious designation is a collaboration of Columbia University and The Academy of Certified Portfolio Managers. It is designed to provide greater understanding of quantitative and securities analysis, asset allocation and portfolio management concepts for financial investment professionals managing discretionary portfolios. The CPM® Program advances your knowledge in three vital areas: Valuation Analysis, Portfolio Construction and Risk Management.

Family Wealth Advisor

  • An interactive e-learning program designed to empower financial advisors to build meaningful, multi-generational relationships with clients and their entire families, especially spouses, children, and aging parents.
Services Include
Securities Agent: VT, SD, MI, LA, SC, NC, IA, DC, AL, PA, OR, MN, HI, NM, NJ, IN, GA, AK, OH, MS, MO, MA, ID, FL, AR, WA, NV, IL, CA, WI, UT, TN, OK, NY, MD, KY, WY, CO, AZ, VA, TX, NE, MT, KS, ME; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1275783
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My Goal-Based Process

Our process focuses on what is important to you, your family and your legacy. Through each step, we provide objective advice and investment insights to construct a wealth management plan that is uniquely yours.
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    Step 1: Introduction
    I begin with an informal discussion to understand your financial concerns and determine how I can add value. If we all agree to move forward, we’ll schedule our next meeting and request important financial information.
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    Step 2: Discovery
    I continue the dialogue by fostering an in-depth conversation where I learn about the values that shape your decisions and identify any unique circumstances. I also review the documents you’ve prepared and define your priorities.
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    Step 3: Asset Transfer
    With your approval, I begin to transfer your assets to Morgan Stanley. Once transferred, I begin our goals-based financial planning process.
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    Step 4: Analysis & Plan Development
    Utilizing proprietary tools and insights from Morgan Stanley, I develop a personalized financial plan that integrates all of your available assets into one integrated plan.
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    Step 5: Plan Presentation
    In this step, I present appropriate strategies that are designed to work together to achieve your goals. Upon your approval, I will initiate the investment recommendations and begin to implement the additional strategies we’ve discussed. These often encompass risk management, as well as estate and legacy planning strategies.
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    Step 6: Ongoing Service
    Committed to premium service, I focus on developing a relationship that provides special value to you and your family. As I begin to execute each strategy, I will set up tools so you have immediate access to your account information. And because markets and personal needs evolve over time, I set up ongoing meetings to ensure your plan remains on schedule to achieve your goals.

MANAGING YOUR MONEY IN A DIGITAL WORLD

I offer a comprehensive suite of tools to manage your wealth more effectively in today’s busy world. I am happy to assist you in signing up for any of these services.
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    Digital Vault
    The Digital Vault allows you to build a centralized library for all your documents using encryption.








    The Morgan Stanley Digital Vault ("Digital Vault") is accessible to clients with dedicated Financial Advisors. Not all documents can be accepted into Digital Vault.Documents shared via the Digital Vault should be limited to those relevant to your Morgan Stanley account relationship. Uploading a document to the Digital Vault does not obligate us to review or take any action on it, and we will not be liable for any failure to act upon the contents of such document. Please contact your Financial Advisor or Branch Management to discuss the appropriate process for providing the document to us for review. If you maintain a Trust or entity account with us, only our certification form will govern our obligations for such account. Please refer to the Morgan Stanley Digital Vault terms and conditions for more information.
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    Goals Planning System (GPS)
    GPS is our goals planning software. It helps define what you want out of life, so we can create a financial framework to bring these goals to fruition.


    Morgan Stanley Goals Planning System (GPS) is a focus on goals-based planning. Within this framework, we have a goals-based platform that includes a brokerage investment analysis tool (GPS Platform). While securities held in your investment advisory accounts may be included in the analysis, the reports generated from the GPS Platform are not financial plans nor constitute a financial planning service. A financial plan generally seeks to address a wide spectrum of your long-term financial needs, and can include recommendations about insurance, savings, tax and estate planning, and investments, taking into consideration your goals and situation, including anticipated retirement or other employee benefits. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) will only prepare a financial plan at your specific request using Morgan Stanley approved financial planning software. If you would like to have a financial plan prepared for you, please consult with a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor.

    To understand the differences between brokerage and advisory relationships, clients should consult their Financial Advisor, or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at http://www.morganstanley.com/ourcommitment/
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    Morgan Stanley Mobile App
    The Morgan Stanley Mobile App gives you the same capabilities as Morgan Stanley Online – all from the convenience of your own phone. It also offers features to simplify your everyday finances. These include mobile check deposit and Send Money with Zelle, a convenient way to send and receive money.


    The Morgan Stanley Mobile App is currently available for iPhone® and iPad® from the App StoreSM and AndroidTM on Google PlayTM. Standard messaging and data rates from your provider may apply..


    Send Money with Zelle is available on the Morgan Stanley Mobile App for iPhone and Android. Enrollment is required and dollar and frequency limits may apply. Domestic fund transfers must be made from an eligible account at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (Morgan Stanley) to a US-based account at another financial institution. Morgan Stanley maintains arrangements with JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A. and UMB Bank, N.A. as NACHA-participating depository financial institutions for the processing of transfers on Zelle. Data connection required, and message and data rates may apply, including those from your communications service provider. See the Morgan Stanley Send Money with Zelle terms for details.

    Zelle and the Zelle related marks are wholly owned by Early Warning Services, LLC and are used herein under license. Morgan Stanley is not affiliated with Zelle. Zelle is available to U.S. bank account holders only. Transactions typically occur within minutes. If your recipient is not yet registered with Zelle, it could take between 1 and 3 days once they complete registration.
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    Morgan Stanley Online (MSO)
    When you sign up for MSO, you can conveniently and securely manage your account online or on your mobile device.
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    Total Wealth View
    With this service, you can view all your assets and liabilities together – whether held at Morgan Stanley or elsewhere – in one place for a comprehensive overview of your assets.



    Information related to your external accounts is provided for informational purposes only. It is provided by third parties, including the financial institutions where your external accounts are held. Morgan Stanley does not verify that the information is accurate and makes no representation or warranty as to its accuracy, timeliness or completeness.

    Financial Advisor(s) may not provide advice on any external account. Additional information about the services described above and offered on Morgan Stanley Online are in the applicable Terms and Conditions of Use
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    E-Authorization
    With E-Authorization, you no longer need to sign a paper Letter of Authorization (LOA) to authorize a wire transfer request.

WHO I WORK WITH

My clients are primarily successful professionals, business owners, executives, families and institutions: some of whom are at the height of their careers, some of whom are approaching retirement, and all of whom are our first priority. I take great pride in the fact that our clients come to us not only for investment assistance, but guidance on virtually all financial matters. I am often asked to meet with children or grandchildren so they can better understand the responsibilities that come with the wealth they will inherit someday. And when I do not have all the answers, I can draw upon the extensive resources of Morgan Stanley, one of the world’s most respected financial services firms.
Working Professionals
Understanding your goals is an important part of our relationship. I provide valuable guidance to working professionals in developing a comprehensive financial plan to achieve your short - and long-term goals. I offer advice on topics such as budgeting, debt management, retirement planning, investment strategies, and tax planning strategies. I help you navigate major life changes such as starting a family, buying a home, or changing careers. My goal is to help you make informed decisions and take control of your financial future.
Business Owners
I play an important role in helping business owners manage their finances and make strategic decisions. I can provide guidance on topics such as cash flow management, investment strategies, risk management, and tax planning strategies. I can help business owners navigate complex financial regulations and provide advice on financial issues that may arise during the life cycle of the business. By working with me, business owners can make informed decisions and better position their business for long-term success.
Families
Helping families navigate complex financial decisions and develop a plan to achieve their financial goals is something I pride ourselves on. I will provide guidance on topics such as debt management, retirement planning, investment strategies, tax planning, and estate planning strategies. I help families navigate major life events such as marriage, divorce, and the birth or adoption of children. By working with me, families can make informed decisions and better position themselves for long-term financial stability and success.
Retirement
Retirement may be nearing for you, or it might be in the distant future. Regardless of your age, having a strategy in place, knowing who will inherit your legacy, and feeling confident that your probability for a successful retirement is not dictated by what the markets do today, are all important discussions to be had. You might have intentions to see the world, one safari or boat ride at a time with your family and grandkids, or you might want to explore the world of art and history, culture and beauty it beholds. Retirement is not an end game - but rather a beginning game. After all, a legacy should be lived, not left. My goal is to help you navigate through each chapter of life and plan for the road to retirement.

NAVIGATING MAJOR LIFE EVENTS

Most major life events have financial implications. I am here to help you through them and make the right financial decisions for you and your family.
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    Marriage
    Few events are more exciting than when you decide to align your life with the person you love. I will help you plan for these milestones and guide these conversations.
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    Divorce
    Divorcing a spouse can be a difficult ordeal, with repercussions that affect your emotional and financial well-being. I can help you can prepare for these difficult situations and help you to feel more in control and better equipped to make informed decisions about your financial future.
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    Widowhood
    Dealing with death is never easy. Aside from coping with the loss of a loved one, legal matters also require immediate attention. That is why I will help you plan ahead to ensure that your wishes and your will are followed.
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    Retirement
    Saving for retirement is a lifelong process that relies on defined financial planning strategies. I will help guide you through this process each step of the way toward achieving their retirement goals.
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    Elder Care
    Aging can be challenging whether you are looking to develop a plan for yourself, or trying to figure out the best way to support your loved ones. Elder care may be a complicated, emotional process that is why I can help you develop a clear plan that prioritizes the desires and preferences of the aging individual.
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    Business
    From executive-level employment situations to other business ventures—from startups to established enterprises I can help you navigate the complexities of business ownership and investment and associated activities such as selling, divesting or planning for succession.
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    Birth
    Welcoming a child into the family is a joyous occasion for everyone from parents and grandparents to aunts, uncles, siblings, cousins and other extended family members. Therefore, I help you and other family members plan and prepare for the financial components that a new child may introduce into your lives.
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    Education
    Education is a major investment and expense that often requires years of careful, advanced planning. I can help you approach a variety of educational expenses, such as tuition, extension programs and advanced professional training, with appropriate funding strategies for each unique situations.

Client Service Team

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    Maura Gill - Portfolio Associate
    Phone:
    (480) 624-5740(480) 624-5740
    Email:Maura.Gill@morganstanley.com
    Maura is a registered Portfolio Associate and has over 28 years of industry experience. She began her financial services career in 1995 in Cleveland, Ohio and relocated to Arizona in 2000. Maura joined Morgan Stanley in 2006 and currently holds the Series 7, 63, 65, 9 and 10 licenses. She has also achieved the designation of Registered Paraplanner TM from the College of Financial Planning. With all of her industry licenses, years of experience and leadership skills, Maura offers our clients skilled focus in all areas of operations and service. Her primary responsibilities include onboarding and developing new client relationships, proactive maintenance of existing relationships, key contact for problem resolution, cash and security movement, account inception and digital engagement.

    Maura lives on Phoenix and in her free time she enjoys spending time with her family, her kitties, Zoe, Daisy & Honey, exploring new travel destinations, horseback riding and scuba diving.

Location

14850 N Scottsdale Rd
Suite 600
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
US
Direct:
(480) 922-7951(480) 922-7951
Toll-Free:
(800) 347-5107(800) 347-5107
Fax:
(480) 922-7878(480) 922-7878

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 Nikki Ranck

Nikki Ranck is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Arizona and New Mexico.

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.

Nikki began her career in financial services in 2006, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Senior Client Service Associate at JP Morgan’s Private Bank. She also served as a Mortgage Banker and Branch Manager at JP Morgan Chase, and a Service Manager and Personal Banker at Wells Fargo Bank, N.A.

Nikki lives in Scottsdale, Arizona with her family. Outside of the office, she enjoys traveling and spending time with her family.
NMLS#: 1075581

About Alex Delgadillo

Alex is a Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in Arizona and New Mexico He is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients’ and prospects’ financial planning needs.

Alex began his career in financial services in 2010, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to his current position, he worked as a Private Client Advisor for J.P. Morgan.

Alex graduated from Arizona State University and Tecnológico de Monterrey and holds his Certified Financial Planner™ designation. Alex lives in Phoenix, Arizona with his family. Outside of work, Alex enjoys film production, stand-up comedy, and tennis. Some organizations that he supports include the Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona, Phoenix Committee on Foreign Relations, Phoenix Sister Cities, Detour Theatre Company, and Cowtown SKATE.
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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
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

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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
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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
Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse
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Taking Control of Your Finances After Death of a Spouse

Financial planning after a divorce or death can be trying, but with the right approach and the right advice you can turn a difficult situation into empowerment.

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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