Christopher Degennaro
Executive Director, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(212) 296-0967(212) 296-0967
One Hundred Square Group at Morgan Stanley
Our Story and Services
The One Hundred Square Group at Morgan Stanley is a boutique wealth management practice tailored for the needs of high net-worth families, endowments and businesses. The partners bring a combined 40 years of experience advising high net worth clients, family offices, and foundations.
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Experience
The foundation of our team practice dates back to when the founding partners began working together at JP Morgan. We believe our clients benefit from the team’s extensive experience providing holistic advice around financial planning, asset allocation, credit, trust and estate advisory and tactical investment.
Disclaimer:
Asset Allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.
Disclaimer:
Asset Allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.
Goals Based Advisory:
The core competencies of our Goals Based Advisory practice begins with a deep understanding one’s specific needs and balance sheet. During the discovery process, our team seeks to identify short and long term goals, risk tolerance, along with liquidity requirements. Utilizing Morgan Stanley’s robust platform, The One Hundred Square team helps construct a strategic asset allocation, provides account structuring advice, estate & legacy planning, lending, insurance strategies, and continued monitoring.
Investment Management:
With a global presence, Morgan Stanley provides our clients access to a dynamic Investment Management platform. Utilizing a mix of index oriented and active managers we construct a comprehensive and unique investment strategy comprising of stocks, bonds, cash and alternatives. Primary considerations when evaluating a tailored solution include cost, tax efficiency, risk tolerance, sustainability/impact investing, diversification benefits and volatility.
Location
55 East 52nd Street 10th
Fl
New York, NY 10055
US
Direct:
(212) 296-0967(212) 296-0967
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Eric Schwartz
Executive Director, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(212) 296-0969(212) 296-0969
Michael V Ruane, CFA
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(212) 296-1027(212) 296-1027
Alex VanLandingham
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 603-6182(212) 603-6182
About Christopher Degennaro
Christopher Jon DeGennaro is an Executive Director and founding member of 100 Square Group at Morgan Stanley in New York City. Christopher focuses on tailoring asset allocation strategies for his clients to efficiently help achieve their goals. With over 20 years of industry experience, Christopher has gained a deep understanding of financial markets and asset classes. Including fixed income, equities, alternative investments, commodities and derivatives.
Christopher's clients are predominantly high net worth individuals and foundations residing within the US. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2016, Christopher worked at JP Morgan Private Bank for fourteen years, where he ran a team of eighteen Investment Specialists overseeing billions in assets. Before joining JP Morgan in 2002 Christopher worked with Morgan Stanley in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Christopher graduated with a BA from Villanova University in 2000. He currently holds his Series 7 and Series 65 licenses from FINRA. He resides in Summit NJ with his wife and two children. Christopher enjoys fishing, boating and skiing in his spare time.
Christopher's clients are predominantly high net worth individuals and foundations residing within the US. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2016, Christopher worked at JP Morgan Private Bank for fourteen years, where he ran a team of eighteen Investment Specialists overseeing billions in assets. Before joining JP Morgan in 2002 Christopher worked with Morgan Stanley in Wayne, Pennsylvania.
Christopher graduated with a BA from Villanova University in 2000. He currently holds his Series 7 and Series 65 licenses from FINRA. He resides in Summit NJ with his wife and two children. Christopher enjoys fishing, boating and skiing in his spare time.
Securities Agent: CO, WY, WA, UT, TX, PR, PA, OH, NY, NV, NJ, MO, MI, MD, MA, LA, KS, ID, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CA, AZ, AR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 837307
CA Insurance License #: 4037198
NMLS#: 837307
CA Insurance License #: 4037198
About Eric Schwartz
Eric Michael Schwartz is an Executive Director and founding member of 100 Square Group at Morgan Stanley in New York City. As a senior advisor with the team, Eric manages wealth for high net worth clients and foundations in the US. Eric works together with his clients to gain a deep understanding of their goals and objectives.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2016, Eric spent seven years as a Senior Banker at JP Morgan's Private Bank. Eric worked closely with clients on investment needs, credit solutions, estate planning strategies and traditional lending services. In addition to advising private clients Eric's duties included overseeing and developing team members that were a part of the Private Bank Analyst Program.
Eric began his financial career in 2004 on the equity desk at Lehman Brothers. As a research salesman and trader for middle market institutional clients. Eric holds a BA from Indiana University as well as Series 7 and 63 licenses from FINRA. Eric resides in Manhattan with his wife and two children. His interests include investing, playing sports, traveling and spending time with his family.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2016, Eric spent seven years as a Senior Banker at JP Morgan's Private Bank. Eric worked closely with clients on investment needs, credit solutions, estate planning strategies and traditional lending services. In addition to advising private clients Eric's duties included overseeing and developing team members that were a part of the Private Bank Analyst Program.
Eric began his financial career in 2004 on the equity desk at Lehman Brothers. As a research salesman and trader for middle market institutional clients. Eric holds a BA from Indiana University as well as Series 7 and 63 licenses from FINRA. Eric resides in Manhattan with his wife and two children. His interests include investing, playing sports, traveling and spending time with his family.
Securities Agent: OH, PA, PR, TX, UT, AR, AZ, WY, WA, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, ID, KS, LA, MA, MD, MI, MO, NJ, NV, NY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 821929
NMLS#: 821929
About Michael V Ruane
Michael Vincent Ruane’s responsibilities for the One Hundred Square Group range from providing operational expertise, to utilizing Morgan Stanley’s financial tools to create financial plans and complete portfolio analyses. Michael joined Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in 2015 and is adept at providing solutions and high-quality service for all clients’ needs.
Michael graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor’s in Economics. He is currently a registered representative holding his series 7 and 66 licenses from FINRA. Michael holds the Charter Financial Analyst (CFA) designation after having passed all 3 levels of the postgraduate certification consecutively.
Michael currently resides in Red Bank New Jersey with his wife and two children. He enjoys exercising and working on charitable endeavors in his spare time.
Michael graduated from Rutgers University with a Bachelor’s in Economics. He is currently a registered representative holding his series 7 and 66 licenses from FINRA. Michael holds the Charter Financial Analyst (CFA) designation after having passed all 3 levels of the postgraduate certification consecutively.
Michael currently resides in Red Bank New Jersey with his wife and two children. He enjoys exercising and working on charitable endeavors in his spare time.
About Alex VanLandingham
Alex VanLandingham joined the One Hundred Square Group at Morgan Stanley in 2024. Alex’s responsibilities include handling daily client interactions, building client asset allocations, and mapping financial plans for retirement.
Alex graduated from New York University in 2024. While attending NYU, Alex played Varsity Baseball where he earned all-conference honors.
An Atlanta, Georgia native, Alex currently resides in New York City. Outside the office, Alex enjoys physical activity and is an avid fisherman.
Alex graduated from New York University in 2024. While attending NYU, Alex played Varsity Baseball where he earned all-conference honors.
An Atlanta, Georgia native, Alex currently resides in New York City. Outside the office, Alex enjoys physical activity and is an avid fisherman.
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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
Tim Golier
Private Banker
Megan Auslaender
Private Banker
Lauren Akers
Private Banker
About Tim Golier
Tim Golier is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New York City.
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.
Tim began his career in financial services in 2018 when he joined Morgan Stanley as an Associate Private Banker.
Tim is a graduate of Boston College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. He lives in Mendham, NJ with his family. Outside of the office, Tim enjoys playing sports, watching movies, reading, writing, and spending time with his family.
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.
Tim began his career in financial services in 2018 when he joined Morgan Stanley as an Associate Private Banker.
Tim is a graduate of Boston College, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. He lives in Mendham, NJ with his family. Outside of the office, Tim enjoys playing sports, watching movies, reading, writing, and spending time with his family.
NMLS#: 1732134
About Megan Auslaender
Megan Auslaender is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New York City.
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.
Megan began her career in financial services in 2007 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 as a Wealth Management Associate. Prior to being promoted to her current position, she served as an Associate Private Banker in New York and Massachusetts. Before she joined the firm, she was a Registered Sales Assistant for Johnston, Lemon & Company Inc. in
Washington, DC.
Megan is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Economics. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and two daughters. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the city, and traveling.
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.
Megan began her career in financial services in 2007 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 as a Wealth Management Associate. Prior to being promoted to her current position, she served as an Associate Private Banker in New York and Massachusetts. Before she joined the firm, she was a Registered Sales Assistant for Johnston, Lemon & Company Inc. in
Washington, DC.
Megan is a graduate of the Pennsylvania State University where she received a Bachelor of Science in Economics. She lives in Manhattan with her husband and two daughters. Outside of the office, she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the city, and traveling.
NMLS#: 1418876
About Lauren Akers
Lauren Akers is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New Jersey.
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.
Lauren began her career in financial services in 2011, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2013 as a Regional Transaction Manager for the Home Loans Division. Prior to joining the firm, she served as a Credit Analyst at PHH Mortgage.
Lauren is a graduate of Rider University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. She and her family currently reside in Chesterfield, NJ. Outside of the office, Lauren dedicates her time to her family and a number of volunteer activities. Lauren also enjoys spending time with her 2 kitties, cooking, baking, reading, gardening, shopping. traveling and going to the beach. She remains active by exercising and participating in 5K runs.
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.
Lauren began her career in financial services in 2011, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2013 as a Regional Transaction Manager for the Home Loans Division. Prior to joining the firm, she served as a Credit Analyst at PHH Mortgage.
Lauren is a graduate of Rider University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. She and her family currently reside in Chesterfield, NJ. Outside of the office, Lauren dedicates her time to her family and a number of volunteer activities. Lauren also enjoys spending time with her 2 kitties, cooking, baking, reading, gardening, shopping. traveling and going to the beach. She remains active by exercising and participating in 5K runs.
NMLS#: 1457897
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For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan 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.
3When 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.
4Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
5The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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