Our Team at Morgan Stanley Newport News Branch

About Ashley Reeves

Ashley is the Branch Manager for Morgan Stanley's Newport News and Williamsburg locations. Her primary focus is on developing innovative strategies to help advisors effectively leverage Morgan Stanley's resources, helping to ensure they can provide exceptional service to their clients.

Ashley began her career in wealth management as a financial advisor associate at a small boutique firm in Atlanta. There, she concentrated in serving high-net worth individuals and focused on enhancing their client experience. Ashley later moved to Pittsburgh to take on leadership roles at Wells Fargo after she was recruited by them. She served as an associate Market Manager and her main focus was coaching advisors on how to improve their practices and utilize their tools most effectively. Throughout both these roles, Ashley learned how to cater to help benefit both advisors and clients in order to be efficient with her work.

After moving from Pittsburgh to Virginia in 2021, Ashley began her career at Morgan Stanley. As a Branch Manager, She is deeply committed to fostering a top-tier environment that promotes growth and has a proven track record in team development and management. Ashley excels in equipping Financial Advisors and Support Professionals with comprehensive wealth management tools, empowering them to achieve their professional and personal goals while enhancing the client experience.

Ashley earned her Bachelor of Science in Psychology from the University of Georgia. A passionate college football enthusiast, she avidly supports the Bulldogs. In her leisure time, Ashley enjoys spending time with her family. She resides just outside of Richmond with her husband and their two-year-old daughter, Ava Grace.
Securities Agent: NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MN, MA, IN, IL, GA, FL, AR, WI, WA, VA, UT, TX, SD, SC, RI, PR, NV, NM; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative

About Joseph Clayton

Joe Clayton is a seasoned professional with Morgan Stanley, serving as a Business Service Officer. With 19 years at Morgan Stanley and a total of 30 years in the Financial Services industry, Joe brings a wealth of experience and expertise to his role. His career began in 1995 as an associate with Waddell & Reed, followed by a position as a Supervisory Principal with Wachovia Securities before joining Morgan Stanley in April 2006.

Joe holds a B.A. in History from Mary Washington College, earned in 1992, and an M.B.A. from the College of William and Mary, completed in 2003. He is a member of Beta Gamma Sigma, the honor society for collegiate schools of business, highlighting his academic excellence.

Outside of his professional life, Joe enjoys spending time outdoors, attending sporting events and concerts, and playing the guitar with his band. He resides in Poquoson, VA, with his wife, two children, and three beloved rescue pets—two dogs and a cat.

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