Ash Islam
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(904) 273-2438(904) 273-2438
The Aristotle Insight Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(904) 273-2438(904) 273-2438
Our Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
Our Story and Services
As your Financial Advisors, we can help you define and strive to meet your goals by delivering a vast array of resources to you in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve. Working together we can help you to preserve and grow your wealth. You’ll have access to some of the world’s most seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform and a full spectrum of investment choices.
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Location
2400 Lakeview Pkwy
Suite 300
Alpharetta, GA 30009
US
Direct:
(904) 273-2438(904) 273-2438
Meet The Aristotle Insight Group
First Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director
Phone:
(770) 643-7665(770) 643-7665
Krista Collver
Portfolio Associate, Alternative Investments Specialist
Phone:
(904) 543-6934(904) 543-6934
Tyler Hartman
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(904) 273-7591(904) 273-7591
About Ash Islam
Ash Islam is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley. With over a decade of experience in financial services, he has built a practice providing effective solutions to corporate executives and business owners across their entire financial picture. Through comprehensive financial planning, portfolio management, and tax mitigation, he works to preserve and grow his clients’ wealth.
Securities Agent: MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, KY, KS, ME, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK, LA, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1304334
NMLS#: 1304334
About Michael Edmonds
Michael Edmonds is a Vice President and Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley. He joined the firm after seven years at Merrill Lynch as a Financial Advisor. He received a BA degree from Winthrop University in English and a MBA from Georgia Tech.
Michael became a Financial Advisor to help hardworking people grow and preserve their wealth. He was raised by his mother, an immigrant from the Philippines who worked hard just to put food on the table for her family. Before becoming a Financial Advisor, Michael was a teacher in an underfunded public school system for five years. Watching the sacrifices his mother made and experiencing the difficulties a lack of funding can create in the classroom, Michael grew to appreciate the value of money and its ability to change lives for the better if taken care of properly. These experiences taught him the difficulty of acquiring wealth, and the vital importance of helping maximize every dollar through financial planning and sound investments.
Michael believes in putting his clients first. He often coordinates with clients’ attorneys, executors, accountants, and other relevant professionals when generating a financial plan. Positions are vigilantly monitored, and meetings are regularly scheduled to appraise progress toward goals and overall financial condition.
Outside of work, Michael is active in his church. He serves in leadership roles in the men's ministry and volunteers for many causes including Rise Against Hunger, Operation Christmas Child, and Smart Lunch Smart Kid. He is also a member of the Entrepreneurship and Finance Clubs at Georgia Tech. Michael is married to his wonderful wife, Lauren, and they have two darling children. Michael’s favorite pastimes are playing pickleball, board gaming, and spending quality time with family.
Michael became a Financial Advisor to help hardworking people grow and preserve their wealth. He was raised by his mother, an immigrant from the Philippines who worked hard just to put food on the table for her family. Before becoming a Financial Advisor, Michael was a teacher in an underfunded public school system for five years. Watching the sacrifices his mother made and experiencing the difficulties a lack of funding can create in the classroom, Michael grew to appreciate the value of money and its ability to change lives for the better if taken care of properly. These experiences taught him the difficulty of acquiring wealth, and the vital importance of helping maximize every dollar through financial planning and sound investments.
Michael believes in putting his clients first. He often coordinates with clients’ attorneys, executors, accountants, and other relevant professionals when generating a financial plan. Positions are vigilantly monitored, and meetings are regularly scheduled to appraise progress toward goals and overall financial condition.
Outside of work, Michael is active in his church. He serves in leadership roles in the men's ministry and volunteers for many causes including Rise Against Hunger, Operation Christmas Child, and Smart Lunch Smart Kid. He is also a member of the Entrepreneurship and Finance Clubs at Georgia Tech. Michael is married to his wonderful wife, Lauren, and they have two darling children. Michael’s favorite pastimes are playing pickleball, board gaming, and spending quality time with family.
Securities Agent: VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, AK, MD, AL, NC, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, MA, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1148481
CA Insurance License #: 0L09884
NMLS#: 1148481
CA Insurance License #: 0L09884
About Krista Collver
Krista Collver serves as a Portfolio Associate at Morgan Stanley, recognized for her dedication to client service, operational excellence, and strong team collaboration. In her role, she supports the day-to-day operations of the business and helps ensure clients receive a seamless, positive experience.
Krista has been with Morgan Stanley for 5 years and brings 10 years of financial services industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, she served in a similar capacity at Merrill. Known for her attention to detail and commitment to quality, Krista is a trusted resource to both clients and colleagues. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University and holds the Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.
Krista lives with her family in St. Johns County and is a proud mother of two boys, Camden and Cade. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and staying active.
Krista has been with Morgan Stanley for 5 years and brings 10 years of financial services industry experience. Prior to joining the firm, she served in a similar capacity at Merrill. Known for her attention to detail and commitment to quality, Krista is a trusted resource to both clients and colleagues. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Kent State University and holds the Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.
Krista lives with her family in St. Johns County and is a proud mother of two boys, Camden and Cade. Outside of work, she enjoys spending time with family and friends, and staying active.
About Tyler Hartman
As a Client Service Associate in Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, I support the team in delivering a high-touch client experience, with a focus on financial planning and investments. Originally from Orlando, I recently relocated to Ponte Vedra to join the firm and continue building on several years of industry experience. I’m committed to providing responsive service, strong follow-through, and thoughtful coordination to help clients stay organized and on track toward their goals.
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