Executive Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Lending Specialist
Phone:
(212) 883-7713(212) 883-7713
Team 55 EAST at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(212) 883-7723(212) 883-7723
Our Mission Statement
We serve select global families whose wealth, family, and legacy span East and West. Our goal is to help bring structure to complexity, coordination across advisors, and follow-through when decisions matter most.
Why Team 55 East
Team 55 East is a Morgan Stanley Wealth Management team serving select families whose wealth, business, and planning needs span borders and generations. We work with you during moments when decisions carry lasting consequences: a liquidity event, a relocation, a business transition, an inheritance, a marriage or divorce, aging parents, or children building lives abroad.
These moments are rarely just financial. They are personal, cultural, legal, and generational. Our role is to help bring structure, coordination, and follow-through — drawing on the resources of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management so you can move forward with clarity and care.
Successful families do not need more information. They need trusted guidance when the stakes are high. They need someone who can help organize priorities, coordinate advisors, and make sure the plan is executed.
Your time requires more than products. It requires judgment, coordination, and trust.
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Who We Serve
We work with families whose lives and assets often cross borders. Our clients include owners and founders, families preparing for a liquidity event, families with children or residences in the United States, families managing wealth across generations, families with cross-border planning considerations, families seeking deeper coordination among advisors, families who value discretion, cultural fluency, and institutional support.
We are intentionally focused in the number of families we serve, so we can provide senior attention, planning depth, and disciplined follow-through.
Our Clients Include:
- Global families navigating life transitions
- Families spanning multiple generations
- Families preparing for a liquidity event
- Families with children or residences in the United States
- Entrepreneurs & Business Owners
Location
55 East 52nd Street, 10th Floor
New York, NY 10055
US
Direct:
(212) 883-7723(212) 883-7723
Meet Team 55 EAST
Phone:
(212) 883-7717(212) 883-7717
Phone:
(212) 883-8546(212) 883-8546
Han Saem Hur
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 883-7723(212) 883-7723
Shekinah Oloyede
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 883-7776(212) 883-7776
About Chris Chung
Chris Chung advises select families whose wealth requires careful coordination, discretion, and access to institutional depth. As co-founder of Team 55 East at Morgan Stanley Wealth Management in New York City, Chris helps lead a focused advisory practice for families with complex financial lives. His work centers on comprehensive wealth strategy, including investment management, liquidity planning, lending, risk management, estate planning strategies, and coordination across generations.
Chris’s clients often face decisions that extend well beyond the markets. These may involve business transitions, concentrated positions, cross-border family needs, major liquidity events, legacy planning, and preparing the next generation to steward family wealth. In this work, Chris collaborates closely with clients’ attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors, while drawing on Morgan Stanley’s broader specialist resources when appropriate.
With more than two decades of experience, Chris combines technical planning expertise with a steady, relationship-driven advisory style. He holds the CFP®, CIMA®, CRPC®, and CEPA® designations, and serves as an Executive Director, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Financial Advisor, and Lending Specialist at Morgan Stanley’s Park Avenue Plaza office.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) certification from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®)
Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
Chris earned his B.A. in Economics from the University of Chicago and also studied at Seoul National University and Waseda University. He lives in Manhattan with his wife and two children.
Chris’s clients often face decisions that extend well beyond the markets. These may involve business transitions, concentrated positions, cross-border family needs, major liquidity events, legacy planning, and preparing the next generation to steward family wealth. In this work, Chris collaborates closely with clients’ attorneys, accountants, and other professional advisors, while drawing on Morgan Stanley’s broader specialist resources when appropriate.
With more than two decades of experience, Chris combines technical planning expertise with a steady, relationship-driven advisory style. He holds the CFP®, CIMA®, CRPC®, and CEPA® designations, and serves as an Executive Director, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Financial Advisor, and Lending Specialist at Morgan Stanley’s Park Avenue Plaza office.
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification from the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc.
Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) certification from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®)
Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®)
Chris earned his B.A. in Economics from the University of Chicago and also studied at Seoul National University and Waseda University. He lives in Manhattan with his wife and two children.
Securities Agent: NV, DC, MI, OR, OH, IL, HI, CA, NY, TX, TN, PA, GA, FL, MO, MD, AZ, MS, DE, VA, IN, CO, WA, NJ, MA, CT, AL, WY, NH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1265003
NMLS#: 1265003
About Eliot Bu 夫相薰
Eliot is a global citizen; he was born in Seoul Korea, raised in New Jersey, and has worked in over a dozen countries around the world. Eliot graduated from Seoul National University with an International Economics Degree and an Advanced Degree in Urban and Environmental Studies. Eliot also has his Master's Degree from Columbia University.
Eliot started and successfully sold 3 companies, the last being an Architecture and Urban Planning company with over 200 employees worldwide.
Eliot is a father, a published author, and a socially conscious citizen.
"I believe money can do good. 15 years’ experience as CEO, and founder of three companies, I view investments from a CEO/Business owner's perspective. I share my perspectives with our clients. Investments fuel the economy by supporting the visions and strategies of organizations public and private. How you choose to invest should be with the fundamental understanding of what impact your investments have on the world. Every dollar you invest is actually a vote on the world you want it to be. I have created this group to focus the resources within Morgan Stanley to help the business owners and leaders that shape our future every day. I believe money can do good."
Eliot started and successfully sold 3 companies, the last being an Architecture and Urban Planning company with over 200 employees worldwide.
Eliot is a father, a published author, and a socially conscious citizen.
"I believe money can do good. 15 years’ experience as CEO, and founder of three companies, I view investments from a CEO/Business owner's perspective. I share my perspectives with our clients. Investments fuel the economy by supporting the visions and strategies of organizations public and private. How you choose to invest should be with the fundamental understanding of what impact your investments have on the world. Every dollar you invest is actually a vote on the world you want it to be. I have created this group to focus the resources within Morgan Stanley to help the business owners and leaders that shape our future every day. I believe money can do good."
Securities Agent: NH, HI, CA, AL, VA, OH, AZ, OR, MA, WA, MD, FL, NC, MO, CT, TN, GA, DE, WY, SC, NV, NJ, MI, DC, PA, IL, CO, IN, TX, NY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1294094
NMLS#: 1294094
About Jenny Yu
Jenny is a distinguished Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, blending experiences in finance, art, and global perspectives. Jenny holds undergraduate degrees in Economics and an Art History from New York University (NYU), enabling her to offer a sophisticated, multidimensional approach to wealth management beyond traditional financial planning. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Jenny was employed at New York Life as a registered representative.
Born in New York and raised in Shanghai, Jenny is fluent in Mandarin and English. Jenny has a deep passion in art, which has taken her around the world, allowing her to study and experience global artistic influences firsthand during her time at NYU. For Jenny, Morgan Stanley is an ideal place to combine art and finance, with an eye towards balancing her passion for art with broader financial needs.
By leveraging Morgan Stanley's cutting-edge analytics and her diverse background, Jenny crafts strategies that not only help grow her client's wealth but also align with their values and aspirations.
Born in New York and raised in Shanghai, Jenny is fluent in Mandarin and English. Jenny has a deep passion in art, which has taken her around the world, allowing her to study and experience global artistic influences firsthand during her time at NYU. For Jenny, Morgan Stanley is an ideal place to combine art and finance, with an eye towards balancing her passion for art with broader financial needs.
By leveraging Morgan Stanley's cutting-edge analytics and her diverse background, Jenny crafts strategies that not only help grow her client's wealth but also align with their values and aspirations.
Securities Agent: TX, MD, NY, CA, TN, NJ, HI, WA, DE, DC, OH, VA, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2512439
NMLS#: 2512439
About Han Saem Hur
Sam Hur (Han Saem Hur) joined the Team 55 East at Morgan Stanley in June 2023. She handles all operations related to client outreach and services from account onboarding and administration to cash management.
She is focused on ensuring an exceptional level of personalized care to help meet our clients' wide-ranging and unique needs.
Sam is a graduate of Huntingdon College with a BA in Sport Management and Business Administration. She also holds a Master of Science in Sport Management from Columbia University. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Sam worked as a foreign direct investment manager at Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) in New York City office for over 8 years. She was responsible for various government projects including international trade, global business expansion and cross-border investment between the United States and South Korea.
Sam is an avid golfer. She is a certified golf teaching professional by United States Golf Teachers Federation and an inductee of Huntingdon College Athletic Hall of Fame. Sam is bilingual in English and Korea. She is FINRA Series 7 and 66 licensed.
She is focused on ensuring an exceptional level of personalized care to help meet our clients' wide-ranging and unique needs.
Sam is a graduate of Huntingdon College with a BA in Sport Management and Business Administration. She also holds a Master of Science in Sport Management from Columbia University. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Sam worked as a foreign direct investment manager at Korea Trade-Investment Promotion Agency (KOTRA) in New York City office for over 8 years. She was responsible for various government projects including international trade, global business expansion and cross-border investment between the United States and South Korea.
Sam is an avid golfer. She is a certified golf teaching professional by United States Golf Teachers Federation and an inductee of Huntingdon College Athletic Hall of Fame. Sam is bilingual in English and Korea. She is FINRA Series 7 and 66 licensed.
About Shekinah Oloyede
Shekinah Oloyede joined Team 55 East at Morgan Stanley in July 2026 as a Registered Client Service Associate. She supports the team’s client service efforts by assisting with operational matters, client outreach, account-related requests, and day-to-day service needs. She is committed to providing attentive, responsive support and helping clients enjoy a seamless experience with the team.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Shekinah worked as a Wealth Management Analyst at J.P. Morgan for approximately 2 years, where she participated in an analyst program, served in a client service associate capacity, and supported efforts related to the First Republic integration.
Born in Nigeria and raised in Oklahoma, Shekinah is fluent in Yoruba and English. She earned a B.A. in Economics and Business from Colorado College, where she was also a member of the Women’s Track and Field team. She holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses. Outside of the office, Shekinah enjoys staying active and remains passionate about athletics and mentorship.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Shekinah worked as a Wealth Management Analyst at J.P. Morgan for approximately 2 years, where she participated in an analyst program, served in a client service associate capacity, and supported efforts related to the First Republic integration.
Born in Nigeria and raised in Oklahoma, Shekinah is fluent in Yoruba and English. She earned a B.A. in Economics and Business from Colorado College, where she was also a member of the Women’s Track and Field team. She holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 licenses. Outside of the office, Shekinah enjoys staying active and remains passionate about athletics and mentorship.
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1Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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.
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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:
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