About Me

A South Florida native, Michael attended Cardinal Gibbons High School. He earned a Bachelor’s of Science degree in Finance and a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) with a concentration in finance, both from Nova Southeastern University. Michael currently lives in Lighthouse Point, FL.

Before joining Morgan Stanley, Michael owned and operated a marine consulting company for over 10 years. He managed many private yachts, maintained boats, and ran private fishing charters. Michael also fished commercially and sold fish to the local seafood distributors and wholesalers. Michael has also been coaching high school swimming for numerous years.

Away from work, Michael actively contributes to many non-profit organizations such as Freedom Fighter Outdoors, The Boys and Girls Club, The Cliff Floyd Foundation, and Habitat for Humanity. His hobbies include fishing, diving, boating, hunting, and spending time with his family. Michael’s previous work endeavors and community involvement have helped him build a strong foundation for his career as a financial advisor with Morgan Stanley.
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Client Service Team

    Alex Recio - Registered Client Services Associate
    Before joining Morgan Stanley, Alex joined the insurance and financial planning industry right out of Flagler College where he received his B.A in Business Administration with an emphasis in Finance. He prides himself in leaning the ins and outs of Medicare, the numerous life insurance vehicles that apply to various stages and legacy leaving goals, the value of Long term care, and the different investment vehicles that can go hand in hand with accomplishing one’s retirement goals.

    He has his series 215, SIE, 7,6 and 66 exams and is very passionate about the continuous learning opportunities this industry provides as he has sights on eventually getting a CFA designation.

    He provides operational and administrative support to the clients of The Zislin Group. He nurtures both new and existing client relationships by utilizing hard work and creativity to tackle special situations. In addition, he serves as a liaison between his Financial Advisor, clients and our back office team.

    Alex enjoys spending his free time playing baseball, basketball, football and golf with his friends. He loves to watch the New York Yankees and Knicks play in their respected sports as he has been a lifelong fan of these two teams. Although he was born in Long Island, NY he will claim to be born in New York but raised here in South Florida. He is very avid about his own and everybody around his personal growth and loves to give his time and energy back into the community by attending charity events as most of his immediate family are proud civil servants.

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595 So Federal Hwy
Ste 400
Boca Raton, FL 33432
US
Direct:
(561) 394-8545(561) 394-8545
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Global Investment Office

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