Emily Bach
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Wealth Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(925) 253-5322(925) 253-5322
Industry Award WinnerOur Mission Statement
The Bach Group helps families create personalized financial plans and customized investment portfolios to achieve their unique goals and dreams.
ABOUT THE BACH GROUP AT MORGAN STANLEY
HELPING YOU ACHIEVE YOUR FINANCIAL GOALS
The Bach Group can help you create a personal financial plan and make educated decisions about your investment portfolios. Through a strong planning process and sound investment research, The Bach Group has helped many families clearly define and reach their specific goals and dreams. The Bach Group has grown to include four Investment Professionals and three Support Professionals and manages $1.8 billion for their clients as of July 31, 2025.
TOP TEAM AND ADVISORS
THE BACH GROUP
• Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams (2023-2025)
EMILY BACH
• Barron's Top 100 Women Advisors (2006-2022,2025)
• Barron's Top 1200 Financial Advisors (2021-2023)
• Barron's Advisor Hall of Fame (2019)
• Barron's All-Star Women (2015)
• Forbes America's Best-in-State Advisors (2017-2024)
• Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors (2017-2025)
• Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (2022-2025)
• Working Mother's Top Women Financial Advisor Moms (2017-2021)
SEAN PARKS
• Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors (2017-2018)
• Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors (2019)
• Five Star Professional Five Star Wealth Manager (2022-2024)
2006-2022, 2025 Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors Source: Barrons.com (Awarded June 2006-2022 & 2025). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2021-2023 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State) Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2021-2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2017-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2017-2025 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State (formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors, Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in Sept of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2017-2021 Working Mother Magazine & SHOOK Research's Top Wealth Advisor Moms Source: Workingmother.com (Awarded October 2017-2021). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was given.
2017-2019 Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2015 Barron's All-Star Women 2015 List Source: The Barron's "All-Star Women" list, published in November 2015. Based on Barron's rankings received over the prior 10 years.
2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023, Jan 2024, Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2019 Barron's Hall Of Fame List
Source: The Barron's "Hall of Fame" list, published throughout 2022. Based on Barron's rankings received over the prior 10 years.
2022-2024 Five Star Wealth Advisor Award (Award was issued in 2022, 2023, 2024). The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period from Jan 9 – Aug 9.
Services Include
- Financial PlanningFootnote1
- Wealth ManagementFootnote2
- Retirement PlanningFootnote3
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote4
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote5
- Asset Management
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote6
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote7
- Fixed IncomeFootnote8
- Stock Plan ServicesFootnote9
- Stock Option PlansFootnote10
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Getting Started
PERSONAL APPOINTMENTS
We encourage you to call our office to schedule your complimentary portfolio review with one of The Bach Group’s Financial Advisors. During our initial meeting we will guide you through the process of defining your goals and objectives, review your investment history and risk tolerance to best define a course of action for you and your family. To prepare for your meeting we ask you to complete “The Bach Group – Financial Organizer” and gather the items listed on “What to Bring to Your Financial Review”.
What to bring to your Financial ReviewA WRITTEN FINANCIAL PLAN
Once we have completed your initial meeting and understand your unique needs and goals, we will create a personalized written financial plan outlining our suggested course of action. In that meeting, we will review the plan in detail and also explain any fees that are associated with your specific financial proposal. Our goal is to educate you about your financial plan so you are comfortable with the investments decisions.
ONGOING EXCELLENT SERVICE
Once we have implemented your financial plan, continued maintenance is essential in meeting your long-term investment goals. It is important to make adjustments to the plan as the investment environment and your life changes. Our goal as Financial Advisors is to guide you along the entire journey. We are dedicated to developing good long-term relationships and helping you achieve your goals every step of the way.
The Bach Group - BrochureWorking With You
RETIREMENT PLANNING AND INVESTMENT SELECTION
The Bach Group provides all aspects of financial planning with a focus on retirement planning and college funding needs. Our goal as Financial Advisors is to match the right investments with your specific needs and objectives. We help you select appropriate investments from stocks, bonds, and mutual funds to annuities or cash alternatives that fit your needs. In addition, we work with you to determine advantageous retirement strategies from 401(k) to IRA Rollovers as well as Traditional and Roth IRAs. We want to establish a long-term relationship with you. This is the kind of rapport that can only come from providing sound financial advice and excellent ongoing service.
OUR TEAM APPROACH TO MANAGING YOUR MONEY
We believe that a team approach will provide you with a warm atmosphere and the attention you desire as a valued client. You deserve quick responses to your questions and problems, and through a dedicated team approach we feel the appropriate recommendations be made with prompt and efficient service.
HOLDING YOUR HAND IN GOOD TIMES AND BAD
The Bach Group is here to “hold your hand” every step of the way. Below are some timely educational slides. Should you have specific questions regarding your unique financial situation we are only phone call away.
Emily Bach Featured in Barron's
Awards & Recognition
Barron’s Top 100 Women Financial Advisors
2006-2022 & 2025 - Emily Bach
Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams
2023 – 2025 - The Bach Group
Barron’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors
2021-2023 - Emily Bach
Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors
2017-2018 - Sean Parks
Forbes America’s Best-in-State Advisors
2017-2025 - Emily Bach
Forbes Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors
2019 – Sean Parks
Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors
2017-2025 - Emily Bach
Working Mother’s Top Women Financial Advisor Moms
2017-2021 - Emily Bach
Forbes Top Women Best-in-State Advisors
2022-2025 - Emily Bach
Five Star Professional Five Star Wealth Manager
2022-2024 - Sean Parks
Barron’s Advisor Hall of Fame
Since 2019 - Emily Bach
Barron’s All Star Women
2015 - Emily Bach
CFP Certified Financial Planner
Sean Parks
CFP Certified Financial Planner
Janna Magdaleno
Chartered Financial Consultant
Sean Parks
Charted Retirement Planning Counselor
Janna Magdaleno
Location
2 Theatre Square
Suite 322
Orinda, CA 94563
US
Direct:
(925) 253-5322(925) 253-5322
Meet The Bach Group
Sean Parks, CFP®, ChFC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(925) 253-5353(925) 253-5353
Janna Magdaleno, CFP®, CRPC®
Vice President, Investment Consultant, Wealth Planning Specialist
Phone:
(925) 253-5385(925) 253-5385
Caroline Langner
Assistant Vice President, Investment Consultant, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(925) 253-5386(925) 253-5386
Shelby Buccellato
Group Director
Phone:
(925) 253-5308(925) 253-5308
Mary Alice Dinerman
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
Phone:
(925) 253-5373(925) 253-5373
Mackenzie Sitzwohl
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(925) 253-5310(925) 253-5310
Anna Miller
Portfolio Management Associate
Phone:
(925) 253-5371(925) 253-5371
About Emily Bach
Emily Bach has been dedicated to providing exceptional service and financial planning advice to her clientele since 1993. Emily has been recognized on several notable lists over her career. For the past seventeen consecutive years 2006-2022 she has been named one of Barron’s Magazine’s “Top 100 Women Financial Advisors.” She has also been named on Forbes Magazine’s 2017-2023 lists for “Best-in-State Advisors” and “Top Women Wealth Advisors.”
2006-2022 Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors Source: Barrons.com (Awarded June 2006-2022). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2017-2023 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State (formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors, Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in Sept of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2006-2022 Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors Source: Barrons.com (Awarded June 2006-2022). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2017-2023 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State (formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors, Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in Sept of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: MD, DC, CO, MI, KS, ID, AL, IN, IL, NY, VA, UT, MT, GA, CA, AZ, WY, OR, WI, TX, TN, NC, MO, MN, CT, WA, RI, NJ, MA, HI, FL, PA, OH, NV, NM; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1261989
CA Insurance License #: 0B42753
NMLS#: 1261989
CA Insurance License #: 0B42753
About Sean Parks
Sean Parks works with The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley to address specific needs and goals of high net worth clients. Since entering the financial industry in 2004, Sean has collected a breadth of knowledge that helps clients develop and implement their own custom financial plan and investment strategies. Sean has been recognized on Forbes Magazine’s lists of “Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors” and “Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors.”
2017-2019 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
2017-2019 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
Securities Agent: TN, NC, NY, ID, CT, GA, AL, OH, NJ, NH, MO, MD, MA, VA, RI, KS, FL, TX, WA, PA, OR, NV, MT, CO, CA, AZ, NM, MN, MI, IL, HI, UT, IN, WY, WI, IA, DC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1460456
CA Insurance License #: 0K59322
NMLS#: 1460456
CA Insurance License #: 0K59322
About Janna Magdaleno
Janna Magdaleno works with The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley to listen to clients, help identify their needs and customize planning strategies for them. She enjoys providing advice and guidance to assist clients in achieving their financial goals and dreams. Janna began her career in the financial services industry in 2009 leading teams in relationship management and delivering exceptional client service.
NMLS #632755
NMLS #632755
CA Insurance License #: 0H19450
About Caroline Langner
Caroline Langner meets with clients to define and address their needs and goals and create individualized financial planning strategies for them. Since joining The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley in 2018, Caroline has proactively helped develop and implement portfolio enhancements and investment strategies. She enjoys building relationships with multiple generations of clients while delivering stellar client service.
NMLS #2550794
NMLS #2550794
CA Insurance License #: 4352463
About Shelby Buccellato
Shelby Buccellato started in the financial industry in 1995. Shelby processes client trades, daily operational and administrative requests and upholds the excellent customer service for which The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley is renowned. In 2013, Shelby became a Notary Public which allows her to notarize Morgan Stanley documents for our clients.
About Mary Alice Dinerman
Mary Alice Dinerman began her investment career in 1977 and has held an array of impressive roles in various capacities. As a member of The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley, Mary Alice’s role includes the coordination of administrative aspects of client accounts and portfolio management. She is committed to providing first class customer service.
CA Insurance License #: 0D14561
About Mackenzie Sitzwohl
Mackenzie Sitzwohl joined The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley in 2021. Mackenzie’s role includes providing day-to-day operational and administrative coverage for clients and their accounts. In addition, Mackenzie is devoted to maintaining the outstanding customer service for which The Bach Group is recognized.
About Anna Miller
Anna Miller began her career in the financial services industry in 2021 and joined The Bach Group at Morgan Stanley in 2024. She assists with operational and administrative aspects of client accounts, portfolio management and investment research and due diligence. Anna prides herself on providing the outstanding client service for which The Bach Group is known.
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Awards and Recognition
Forbes America's Top Wealth Management Teams
2023-2025 Forbes America's Top Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year the award was issued.
Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors
2017-2025 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors (formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in September of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
2017-2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State
2021-2023 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State) Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2021-2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors
2006-2022, 2025 Barron's Top 100 Women Financial Advisors Source: Barrons.com (Awarded June 2006-2022, 2025). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Working Mother Magazine & SHOOK Research's Top Wealth Advisor Moms
2017-2021 Working Mother Magazine & SHOOK Research's Top Wealth Advisor Moms Source: Workingmother.com (Awarded October 2017-2021). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was given.
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1Morgan 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.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
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1Morgan 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.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
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.
4Morgan 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.
5When 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.
6Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
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
7Morgan 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.
8Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
9Morgan 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 legal matters.
10Morgan 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 legal matters.
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:
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