Our Story and Services

For us, wealth management means more than providing our clients with investment advice. It means helping them maintain the financial independence they've worked their whole lives to achieve. It means striving to help ensure they have the means to pursue what's most important to them. And it means understanding them as people with unique goals, values and circumstances that determine the strategies we develop on their behalf.

Our consultative process begins with an in-depth discussion of your current finances and future objectives. We believe success in achieving important financial goals starts with a comprehensive wealth strategy. We will help you define what is most important to you and then formulate the strategies that can help meet your needs, whether you are accumulating wealth or investing for income, solidifying your retirement plan or devising a distribution approach that can meet your lifestyle and legacy goals.

As your wealth management team, you can count on us to help you navigate the different stages of life. Our aim: to keep you on course toward your most important life goals.
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Wealth Management Process

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DISCOVER
Our relationship begins with a thorough understanding of your immediate needs, priorities and goals. We’ll discover details about your credit and basic finances and help you take precautions to maintain credit and preserve assets.

CREATE
We develop a tailored roadmap to begin to help you build your wealth and achieve the outcomes you seek. We’ll identify the strategies to help you:
• Plan for retirement
• Provide healthcare protection for yourself and your children
• Revise your estate plan

ACT
Next, we help you implement the strategies we formulate together, taking into account special circumstances, such as alimony, child support and tax consequences of selling large assets like your home.

ADJUST
Achieving your goals requires vigilance and flexibility. We help monitor your progress and make adjustments as life evolves, markets and tax laws shift and priorities change.




Disclosures
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. 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.

5 Core Values

In-depth planning is the foundation of our practice. We work closely with you to develop a customized financial plan that serves as a road-map to help you navigate the different stages of life. We implement an investment strategy that reflects your goals by providing you with 5 core values:
Organization
We will help bring order to your financial life by assisting you in getting your financial house in order.
Accountability
We will help you follow through on financial commitments by working with you to prioritize your goals.
Proactivity
We work with you to anticipate your life transitions and to be financially prepared for them by regularly assessing any potential life transitions that might be coming.
Education
We will explore what specific knowledge will be needed for you to succeed by thoroughly understanding your situation then providing the necessary resources to facilitate your decisions.
Relationship
We will assist you in seeking to achieve the best life possible and will work in concert with you to help achieve your goals.

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AWARD-WINNING WEALTH MANAGEMENT. FOCUSED ON YOU.

With the guidance of a Morgan Stanley Financial Advisor and the strength of a five-time award-winning wealth management platform<sup> <a href="#wm-disclosure-1" class="Link--underline"> <span class="sr-only">Footnote</span> 1 </a> </sup>, you can build, preserve, and manage your wealth with precision and purpose. For every stage of your financial journey.

    Tax-Smart Solutions
    Leading tax optimization capabilities\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-2" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 2 \</a\> \</sup\> designed to deliver year\-round tax management with an eye toward reducing taxes and boosting after\-tax returns.
    Seamless Cash Management Integration
    A comprehensive, coordinated strategy with access to competitive yields, flexible financing options, and exclusive cash management resources.
    Premier Risk Management and Cyber Defense
    Industry\-acclaimed risk management tools\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-3" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 3 \</a\> \</sup\> to help drive smarter portfolio decisions. In\-house team of cybersecurity experts dedicated to help protect you from cyber threats.
    Personalized Legacy Planning
    Guidance from experienced professionals across estate, trust, philanthropy, and financial planning to help preserve and grow your legacy.
    An Industry-Leading Platform
    Expert insights from 500+ equity analysts to help unlock your portfolio's potential and investment guidance.
    Liquidity When You Need It
    Industry\-leading securities\-based lending solutions to help access liquidity without selling assets or disrupting your investment strategy.\<sup\> \<a href="#wm\-disclosure\-4" class="Link\-\-underline"\> \<span class="sr\-only"\>Footnote\</span\> 4 \</a\> \</sup\>
    Robust Concentrated Stock Solutions
    Powerful tools and strategies to help manage concentrated stock positions and look to optimize portfolio outcomes.
    Alternatives & Private Markets Access
    A comprehensive alternative investments platform offering tailored solutions, early access to select offerings, and competitive pricing structures. Exclusive private market and pre\-IPO opportunities that were previously reserved for institutions.

Location

270 Main Street North
Ste 100
Stillwater, MN 55082
US
Direct:
(651) 472-8095(651) 472-8095
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270 Main Street North
Ste 100
Stillwater, MN 55082
US
Direct:
(651) 472-8095(651) 472-8095

Meet St. Croix Group

About Aquib Khan

Aquib began his career at Morgan Stanley in 2016, providing comprehensive financial planning to individuals and families. Aquib is committed to helping clients achieve their goals and takes pride in being a dedicated financial advisor, focused on helping clients preserve and grow the wealth they’ve worked hard to build.

Aquib’s dedication to his clients has earned him several industry honors. He was named to the Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors list in 2026, and also to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list in 2026, recognizing his leadership and impact in the wealth management field. He was also selected for Morgan Stanley’s prestigious Pacesetter’s Club from 2023 to 2026.

Aquib graduated from Michigan State University with a degree in Finance and Economics.

Outside of his professional work, Aquib is a passionate basketball fan and coach. He has been coaching since 2012, and through that experience, he discovered his passion for helping others succeed—on and off the court.

"Being able to work closely with families and individuals and build long-lasting relationships is what keeps me driven. Whether it’s coaching basketball players or serving clients, my priority is always taking the time to understand what matters most to them."

Aquib lives in Minneapolis with his wife and son, where they enjoy spending time outdoors, staying active, and being part of the local community.

2025 - Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State
Source: Forbes (Awarded April 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 6/30/24–6/30/25.

2026 - Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/24-6/30/25.

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Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Pacesetter’s Club members must meet a number of criteria including performance, conduct and compliance standards, revenue, length of experience and assets under supervision. Pacesetter’s Club membership is no guarantee of future performance.
Securities Agent: MN, CT, AZ, AL, TX, NC, GA, FL, CA, WV, WA, MO, OR, MI, IN, KY, IA, WI, OK, NY, ID, HI, MA, CO, SD, OH, IL, AK, VT, UT, PA, NJ, ND, MT, DC, WY, VA, SC, NV, MD; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1837022

About Dan R De St. Aubin

My primary goal as your Financial Advisor is to help you achieve financial independence. From my 20 years of experience in wealth management, I have found that developing a thorough understanding of client’s financial situation and creating an individualized plan is one of the most effective way for helping clients reach their goals.

I take a holistic, collaborative approach when I meet with you. Not only do I conduct a detailed review of your finances, but I take the time to find out about your family, values, dreams, and thoughts on risk. I use this information in combination with the firm’s modern wealth management analytics and cutting edge research to formulate customized strategies. To help ensure you are comfortable with my approach, I take the necessary time to educate and explain your program’s details.

Your wealth plan will not just include investments, but it can help you manage taxes, plan your estate, and manage your borrowing needs. We will draw upon Morgan Stanley’s extensive network of specialists in insurance, structured solutions, estate planning, and lending services to complement and deepen our advice.

Once your plan is in place, we will communicate with you regularly and set-up meetings to discuss your progress. As your life and the markets change, we will make adjustments to your program as needed.

By putting clients first and sincerely caring about their future, we have developed a successful practice. We take pride in having worked with clients for decades, including families whom we have served for multiple generations. Our dedications to our clients remains our highest priority

Dan brings over 20 years of experience as Financial Advisor. Dan lives in Stillwater with his wife Danielle and 4 children, Izzy, Eli, Charlotte and Elsa. Dan serves on the St. Croix Soccer Club board of directors.
Securities Agent: OH, AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1380633

About Jennifer Olson

Jennifer Olson is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley in Stillwater, Minnesota. With more than 20 years of experience in financial services, she is known for unwavering integrity and for building long-term client relationships.

Her practice focuses on creating customized, comprehensive financial plans—and managing those plans with care and precision—so clients can pursue their goals within the time horizons most important to them. While serving a broad range of clients, the practice primarily supports high-net-worth individuals and families, multigenerational planning needs, retirement plan investors, and women investors—particularly those navigating complex financial decisions associated with separation and divorce.

A self-described "people person," she has long been drawn to helping others. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from St. Olaf College in 2003, where she studied psychology and family studies. An internship at Piper Jaffray sparked her interest in finance, leading to a role as a Wealth Advisory Associate. She spent nine years in that position—four at Piper Jaffray and five at UBS following its acquisition of Piper Jaffray's brokerage business in 2006.

In 2012, she joined Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor and has since built a loyal client base centered on service, accountability, and planning excellence. She has been promoted to Senior Vice President and is a Century Club Member at Morgan Stanley.

in 2026, Jenn has also been recognized by Forbes as a Top Women Wealth Advisor Best-In-State.

Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State 2026
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/24 - 6/30/25.
Awards Disclosures: www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure
Securities Agent: MI, DC, OR, FL, NJ, MD, WV, CT, CO, VT, TX, NY, MN, MA, IL, WI, NC, MT, NV, ND, MO, WA, UT, SC, OH, CA, AZ, SD, ID, IA, VA, OK, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2675835

About Kathy Cook

Kathy works diligently to support both the needs of the clients and the advisors at the firm.  As a Portfolio Associate, she is among the key contacts for administrative matters, such as handling monetary transfers or withdrawals, opening new accounts or online account assistance.  Clients appreciate and value her organization, attention to detail and timely response to their concerns.    

She has worked with clients at Morgan Stanley for more than 28 years.  Originally beginning her career with the Smith Barney office in Raleigh, North Carolina, and later transferred to work in Minneapolis before opening the Stillwater branch.  She earned her B.A. from Drake University and is FINRA Series 7 and 63 registered.  

Kathy and her husband live in Rosemount and have 4 adult children and 3 grandkids. In her free time she enjoys spending time with family, working in her yard and traveling.

This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice.

About Matt Hanson

Matt graduated from Winona State University in 2013 with a Bachelors Degree in Exercise Science and minor in Nutrition. After working in the health and fitness industry for several years he changed his focus to work in financial services, getting licensed in 2020, additionally attaining supervisory licenses in 2023. With experience in Banking and Insurance before joining Morgan Stanley, Matt brings a well-rounded knowledge base in many aspects of personal finance. Matt joined Morgan Stanley in 2023 working in a supervisory role on our operations team for the Minnesota Dakota market. Matt stays up to date on market trends and on the leading edge of financial markets.

Matt lives in Woodbury with his wife Theresa, son Griffin, and dog Charli. Matt’s family live a fun and healthy lifestyle, their family has roots in the east metro area.

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About Jennifer Olson

Jennifer Olson is a Private Banking Group (PBG) Market Manager serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in the Mid America Region.

Private Banking Group (PBG) Market Managers partner with Financial Advisors/ Private Wealth Advisors (collectively “Advisors”) to deliver specialized cash management and lending solutions, while strategically leading sales activity and deepening client engagement across Wealth Management markets to drive growth aligned with long-term business and client objectives.

Jennifer began her career in financial services in 1997 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2011. Prior to joining the firm, she was a Resident Manager in Wealth Management Banking at Merrill Lynch in Northbrook, Illinois. While at Merrill Lynch, Jennifer held various banking and lending roles at both the local and divisional levels.

Jennifer is a graduate of Bethel College, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Business Marketing, Management, and Finance with a minor in Psychology. She also earned a Master of Business Administration from Bethel University. She lives in White Bear Lake, Minnesota. Outside of the office, Jennifer enjoys exploring different parts of the world, as well as spending quality time with family and friends.
NMLS#: 803580

About Taylor Streiff

Taylor Streiff is an Associate Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota.

Associate Private Bankers partner with Private Bankers and 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.

Taylor began his career in financial services in 2020 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2024 as an Associate Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Commercial Lender at Pan American Bank and Trust in Chicago, Illinois.

Taylor is a graduate of the University of Minnesota - Duluth, where he received a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance. He lives in Minneapolis, Minnesota with his family. Outside of the office, Taylor enjoys all things outdoors. He enjoys spending time with his friends and family.
NMLS#: 2539965
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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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1) Morgan Stanley Wealth Management secured Money Management Institute/Barron’s Industry Awards for Wealth Manager Platform of the Year. The Wealth Manager Platform of the Year category recognizes a wealth manager platform that exemplifies innovation in delivering better outcomes for investors and Financial Advisors. This award has been secured in 2024, 2021, 2020, 2019 & 2018. The winners were selected by a specially appointed MMI Industry Awards Steering Council. The Steering Council consists of representatives from all segments of the MMI membership. After carefully reviewing the nominations submitted, the Steering Council determined a slate of finalists in each award category. The primary contacts at each of MMI’s 207 member firms were eligible to vote to determine the winners. Nominations were reviewed and evaluated to determine finalists June 2024 - July 2024. Finalists were voted on to determine a winner August 2024. MMI/Barron’s does not receive compensation from the participating firms in exchange for the award and Morgan Stanley did not pay a fee to MMI/Barron’s in exchange for its receipt of the award. Morgan Stanley is a member of MMI and pays a fee to MMI as part of its membership dues. Morgan Stanley’s receipt of this award is not indicative of any future performance. These awards were granted to Morgan Stanley based on the time period from October 2023 to June 2024. There were 6 firms considered for the Wealth Management Platform of the Year Award and 12 firms considered for the Distribution Excellence Award. The Money Management Institute (MMI) is the industry association representing financial services firms and Barron’s is a financial magazine; both groups are responsible for the award. Accolade qualifications for past years may vary; additional information available upon request.

2) Industry’s top tax-optimization technology refers to tax management capabilities developed by Eaton Vance and Parametric, affiliates of Morgan Stanley. Morgan Stanley is a leading provider of direct indexing strategies. According to Cerulli Associates’ Q1 2026 Managed Account Edition, Morgan Stanley ranked first among 15 firms in Direct Index SMA assets under management based on reported industry assets. The ranking reflects scale of assets and does not evaluate tax outcomes, performance, or quality of technology. Tax outcomes will vary and are not guaranteed.

3) The Celent Model Wealth Manager 2025 Awards for Data and Analytics and Essential and Emerging Technologies were granted to Morgan Stanley following an evaluation process conducted by Celent analysts. To be considered for this award, Morgan Stanley submitted Model Wealth Manager 2025 Nomination Award Worksheets to Celent on or about January 30, 2025. Celent judged each submission on three criteria: (1) Measurable business benefits of live initiatives; (2) degree of innovation relative to the industry; and (3) technology or implementation excellence. In order to win, the initiatives must demonstrate clear business benefits, innovation, and technology or implementation excellence. Celent does not receive compensation from the participating firms in exchange for the award and Morgan Stanley did not pay a fee to Celent in exchange for the award. Morgan Stanley is not affiliated with Celent. Based on their submission on January 30, 2025 for Celent’s 2025 Model Awards program, Celent granted Morgan Stanley their awards in June, 2025 and publicly shared the news in June, 2025. Celent is a global financial services research and advisory firm and is responsible for determining the recipient of this award.

4) Q4 2025 Securities Based Lending McLagan Survey – 6 Firm Report. Based on both Non-Purpose Lending and total SBL balances. Borrowing against securities may not be appropriate for everyone. Clients must be aware that there are risks associated with a securities based loan, including possible maintenance calls on short notice, and that market conditions can magnify any potential for loss.

Not all products, tools, platforms, and services referenced are available to all clients. Please speak with your Financial Advisor for eligibility criteria.

Investing in securities involves risk, including possible loss of principal. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.

Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.

Cash management and lending products and services are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

Borrowing against securities may not be appropriate for everyone. Clients must be aware that there are risks associated with a securities based loan, including possible maintenance calls on short notice, and that market conditions can magnify any potential for loss. For details please see the important disclosures below.

Important Risk Information for Securities Based Lending: Clients must be aware that: (1) Sufficient collateral must be maintained to support the loan and to take future advances; (2) Clients may have to deposit additional cash or eligible securities on short notice; (3) Some or all of the pledged securities may be sold without prior notice in order to maintain account equity at required collateral maintenance levels. Clients will not be entitled to choose the securities that will be sold. These actions may interrupt long-term investment strategy and may result in adverse tax consequences or in additional fees being assessed; (4) Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A., Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (collectively referred to as "Morgan Stanley") reserve the right not to fund any advance request due to insufficient collateral or for any other reason except for any portion of a securities based loan that is identified as a committed facility; (5) Morgan Stanley reserves the right to increase the collateral maintenance requirements at any time without notice; and (6) Morgan Stanley reserves the right to call securities based loans at any time and for any reason.

With the exception of a margin loan, the proceeds from securities based loan products may not be used to purchase, trade, or carry margin stock (or securities, with respect to Express CreditLine); repay margin debt that was used to purchase, trade or carry margin stock (or securities, with respect to Express CreditLine); and cannot be deposited into a Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC or other brokerage account.

To be eligible for a securities based loan, a client must have a brokerage account at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC that contains eligible securities, which shall serve as collateral for the securities based loan.

Securities based loans are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

There is no guarantee that tax-loss harvesting will achieve any particular tax result. Clients may elect Tax Management Services for the account by notifying their Financial Advisor, and indicate what Maximum Tax or Realized Capital Gain Instruction is desired for the account, if any. The Tax Management Services Terms and Conditions attached to the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Select UMA ADV brochure as Exhibit A will govern Tax Management Services in the account. Review the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Select UMA ADV brochure carefully with your tax advisor.

Industry acclaimed risk platform refers to Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s (“Morgan Stanley”) Portfolio Risk Platform. The assumptions used in the Report incorporate portfolio risk and scenario analysis employed by BlackRock Solutions (“BRS”), a financial technology and risk analytics provider that is independent of Morgan Stanley. BRS’ role is limited to providing risk analytics to Morgan Stanley, and BRS is not acting as a broker-dealer or investment adviser nor does it provide investment advice with respect to the Report. Morgan Stanley has validated and adopted the analytical conclusions of these risk models. The analysis provided is illustrative only. Morgan Stanley cannot predict a portfolio’s risk of loss due to, among other things, changing market conditions or other unanticipated circumstances. The analysis is based purely on assumptions made using available data and any of its forecasts are subject to change.

The footnotes below apply to the industry-leading claims referenced above. More information is available upon request.

Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Securities based loans are provided by Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association or Morgan Stanley Bank, N.A, as applicable.

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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