

The APEX Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
Named to Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors for 2024 & 2025
Source: Forbes (Awarded January 2024, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award
Clarity. Strategy. Confidence.
At The APEX Group, we help individuals, families, businesses, and organizations gain clarity and confidence in their financial decisions. We understand that behind every financial goal is a personal story—and that real success means aligning your wealth with what matters most to you.
Our team offers personalized investment guidance and a comprehensive approach to wealth management, including retirement planning, equity compensation strategies, insurance planning, and lending solutions. With deep experience and diverse perspectives, we provide clear, practical advice to help you grow, protect, and plan for your financial future.
By understanding your goals, values, and vision, we create tailored strategies to bridge the gap between where you are and where you want to be. Whether you're building wealth, investing for income, solidifying your retirement plan, or devising a distribution approach that supports your lifestyle and legacy, we're here to support every step of the journey.
We believe that strong relationships are built on trust, transparency, and shared values. That's why our approach is highly collaborative—so you can feel confident in every decision you make, no matter how complex the financial landscape may seem.
Our team is proud to hold industry-leading certifications, including:
• CIMA® – Certified Investment Management Analyst®
• CFP® – Certified Financial Planner™
• CPWA® – Certified Private Wealth Advisor®
These credentials reflect our commitment to advanced financial consulting, including intergenerational wealth planning, tax-aware investing, and portfolio management for high-net-worth clients.
Whether you're navigating equity awards, planning a business exit, or preparing for the next chapter of life, The APEX Group is here to help you move forward with clarity and purpose.
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Meet The APEX Group
About Brad Parpan
Always looking to enhance his ability to advise Brad has attended executive education programs at The University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Brad holds the CPWA® designation, awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ (formerly IMCA®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation, also awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ (formerly IMCA®) and the Certified Financial Planner® (CFP®) designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, INC. The knowledge attained by these designations form the foundation of the APEX Group’s financial planning practice.
Prior to Brad’s financial planning career he was a student athlete at Villanova University where he was the quarterback for the Wildcat football team from 1990-1994. After graduating from Villanova Brad played football professionally for the Rhein Fire (Germany) of NFL Europe. To be successful in football, as with being a financial advisor, requires teamwork. This enjoyment of working together is what drove Brad to the financial planning profession.
Brad splits his time between his homes in Southampton NY and West Palm Beach FL. An avid golfer Brad is a member of the Southampton Golf Club and Dutchman's Pipe Club. After living in Europe for 3 years Brad is fortunate to return as often as possible fulfilling his joy of travel.
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About Brian Goldberg
Having begun his career in 2006 in the insurance industry another area of Brian’s focus for the APEX Group’s comprehensive wealth management team is liability management. By taking the time to truly understand each individual’s objectives Brian draws on his experience to advise on life & health insurance, long term care insurance, annuities and various forms of personal lending such as traditional mortgages, asset backed lending and more sophisticated hybrid lending.
Brian resides In North Babylon, NY with his wife and 3 daughters. He enjoys spending time with his family, coaching softball, and is an avid sports enthusiast.
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About Owens Smith
Additionally, Owens is a Workplace Advisor for Equity Compensation. Owens has attained a high level of training to help corporate executives understand the intricacies of their company stock plan. Once this understanding is established Owens uses his expertise to implement an equity award optimization program allowing The APEX Group to devise a plan that incorporates an individual’s company stock into their overall financial picture.
In his personal time Owens enjoys staying active playing sports and spending time with his Daughter.
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About Angela Cordovano
She began her career at PaineWebber/UBS in 1996 and had various roles including Assistant Operations Manager. Angela has a deep understanding of many aspects of the wealth management business. Some of her main areas of focus within the team are helping to maintain strong client relationships and process administrative items so the day to day runs smoothly
Angela is deeply rooted in family and resides in Massapequa, NY with her husband Tom and their 5 children.
About Jeremy Doucette
Jeremy Doucette graduated from Farmingdale State College with a bachelor’s degree in Business Management and a specialization in Legal Studies. Jeremy spent time during his higher education working for a NY District Attorney & The New York State Assembly. Jeremy was the President of the International Business Club from 2018-2020. As a NCAA athlete, Jeremy played Division 3 lacrosse as a goalie.
He is actively engaged within his community & volunteers through firm initiatives. When away from his desk, Jeremy can be found working on his golf game, snowboarding or enjoying a good book.

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