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The Bays Mountain Group
The Bays Mountain Group, founded in 1996, is a diverse team of professionals with over 166 years of combined industry experience. 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
Recently named by Forbes as one of the 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, The Bays Mountain Group focuses on understanding your financial goals to create an actively monitored Goals-Based Plan to follow your path to success. We focus on financial planning, investment solutions, tax efficiency, estate planning strategies and borrowing needs. Our services to you are backed by Morgan Stanley’s research and analytics, and our clients in 33 states have entrusted us with over $1.8 Billion (as of 12/10/2024) of their assets of which we provide advice and services.
Our ultimate objective is to help you navigate the complexities and responsibilities that accompany financial success, so that you may focus on the people, interests and activities that enrich your life.
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Recently named by Forbes as one of the 2025 Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, The Bays Mountain Group focuses on understanding your financial goals to create an actively monitored Goals-Based Plan to follow your path to success. We focus on financial planning, investment solutions, tax efficiency, estate planning strategies and borrowing needs. Our services to you are backed by Morgan Stanley’s research and analytics, and our clients in 33 states have entrusted us with over $1.8 Billion (as of 12/10/2024) of their assets of which we provide advice and services.
Our ultimate objective is to help you navigate the complexities and responsibilities that accompany financial success, so that you may focus on the people, interests and activities that enrich your life.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 3/31/23-3/31/24.
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- 529 PlansFootnote1
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote2
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote3
- Certificates of DepositFootnote4
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote5
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote6
- Exchange Traded FundsFootnote7
- Financial PlanningFootnote8
- Fixed IncomeFootnote9
- Life InsuranceFootnote10
- Long-term Care InsuranceFootnote11
- Municipal BondsFootnote12
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote13
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote14
- Retirement PlanningFootnote15
- Trust AccountsFootnote16
- Wealth ManagementFootnote17
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Jeff Blake
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
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Christine Cooper, CFP®
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
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Portfolio Associate
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About Jim Cooper
Jim Cooper was born and raised in northeast Tennessee and has worked in financial services for over 45 years. He co-founded the Waller/Cooper/Merritt team in 1996 at J.C. Bradford & Co. and continued to develop the team through the mergers with PaineWebber and UBS prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2009.
Jim attended Vanderbilt University and received his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. He played on the varsity golf team at both universities. Immediately after college, Jim was a commercial loan officer in NE Tennessee and SW Virginia for three years before joining J.C. Bradford & Co. in 1978 as a Investment Advisor Representative before being named Partner in 1995.
Jim remains an avid golfer in his free time. He is a member and past president of the Kingsport Sunrise Rotary Club where he holds perfect attendance for 37 years. Jim has served on the Tennessee Conservation Commission and is past Chairman of the Tennessee Nature Conservancy. Jim attends First Broad Street United Methodist Church, where he has served in various leadership roles. Jim is a native of Church Hill, TN and has lived his entire adult life in Kingsport and Piney Flats. Jim and his wife of 48 years, Sydney, have four children.
Jim attended Vanderbilt University and received his B.S. in Business Administration from the University of North Carolina - Chapel Hill. He played on the varsity golf team at both universities. Immediately after college, Jim was a commercial loan officer in NE Tennessee and SW Virginia for three years before joining J.C. Bradford & Co. in 1978 as a Investment Advisor Representative before being named Partner in 1995.
Jim remains an avid golfer in his free time. He is a member and past president of the Kingsport Sunrise Rotary Club where he holds perfect attendance for 37 years. Jim has served on the Tennessee Conservation Commission and is past Chairman of the Tennessee Nature Conservancy. Jim attends First Broad Street United Methodist Church, where he has served in various leadership roles. Jim is a native of Church Hill, TN and has lived his entire adult life in Kingsport and Piney Flats. Jim and his wife of 48 years, Sydney, have four children.
Securities Agent: MA, CO, NH, OH, NV, NJ, IL, WY, VA, NE, OR, NM, NC, CA, PA, MI, KY, AZ, TN, FL, MT, LA, DC, SD, OK, IN, GA, AL, WA, TX, NY, AR, MD, CT, SC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
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About Jeff Blake
Jeff Blake is First Vice President with The Bays Mountain Group at Morgan Stanley. He believes that nothing happens by accident; instead, it takes hard work, planning, and consistency to succeed in business and in life, regardless of how one chooses to define “success”. With Jeff’s insight, Jeff utilizes his investment planning experience and his strategic planning skills to help individuals, family business owners, and employees of Eastman Chemical prepare for life’s transitions, challenges and opportunities.
Mr. Blake’s career began in 1994 with J.C. Bradford & Co., where he worked for 6 years. He later joined IJL/Wachovia, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors in Johnson City, TN where he remained for 15 years before joining Morgan Stanley in Kingsport.
Community and civic minded, Jeff is committed to a variety of organizations located in Tri-Cities, TN. He volunteers at the Second Harvest Food Bank and worships at Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church in Bristol, TN. Jeff also serves as a member of the ETSU Foundation and continues to support ETSU by attending various sporting events. Mr. Blake is passionate about traveling and playing golf and attends many charity golf events in both Tri-Cities and nearby golf meccas.
Mr. Blake’s career began in 1994 with J.C. Bradford & Co., where he worked for 6 years. He later joined IJL/Wachovia, a predecessor firm of Wells Fargo Advisors in Johnson City, TN where he remained for 15 years before joining Morgan Stanley in Kingsport.
Community and civic minded, Jeff is committed to a variety of organizations located in Tri-Cities, TN. He volunteers at the Second Harvest Food Bank and worships at Eastern Heights Presbyterian Church in Bristol, TN. Jeff also serves as a member of the ETSU Foundation and continues to support ETSU by attending various sporting events. Mr. Blake is passionate about traveling and playing golf and attends many charity golf events in both Tri-Cities and nearby golf meccas.
Securities Agent: CA, AL, VA, NY, NH, OK, NE, CT, TX, SC, OR, LA, GA, FL, CO, AZ, NC, IN, AR, WY, WA, NM, KY, NJ, DC, TN, SD, PA, MD, OH, MT, MI, MA, IL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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About Christine Cooper
Christine joined The Bays Mountain Group at Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor in 2015. Happy to be back in her hometown, Christine brings a distinctive and innovative approach to the team. She began her financial services career in New York City in 2008 in the alternative investments industry working first at Guggenheim Advisors and later Eton Park Capital Management. During Christine’s career in the alternative investment industry she supported multiple C-Level Executives and worked in various departments including accounting, operations, risk management, marketing and research.
Ms. Cooper graduated from the University of Tennessee with a B.S. in Business Administration - Finance with collateral studies in accounting. She also holds an associate degree in fashion merchandising management from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.
Christine currently resides in Johnson City and enjoys traveling, boating, golf and cycling classes. While excited about additional opportunities to get further involved with the Tri-Cities community, she is already a member of the Tri-Cities Boating Club and an active volunteer for St. Jude – Children’s Research Hospital.
Ms. Cooper graduated from the University of Tennessee with a B.S. in Business Administration - Finance with collateral studies in accounting. She also holds an associate degree in fashion merchandising management from the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York.
Christine currently resides in Johnson City and enjoys traveling, boating, golf and cycling classes. While excited about additional opportunities to get further involved with the Tri-Cities community, she is already a member of the Tri-Cities Boating Club and an active volunteer for St. Jude – Children’s Research Hospital.
Securities Agent: MT, AL, SD, MD, KY, FL, DC, CA, IL, SC, AR, WY, VA, TX, PA, IN, OR, NM, NE, MI, GA, AZ, NY, NJ, WA, TN, OK, NC, CT, CO, NH, OH, MA, LA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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1Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan's investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan's flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan's investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state's own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state's tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
3Morgan 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
4Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
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 (“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.
7An investment in an exchange-traded fund (ETF) involves risks similar to those of investing in a broadly based portfolio of equity securities traded on exchange in the relevant securities market, such as market fluctuations caused by such factors as economic and political developments, changes in interest rates and perceived trends in stock prices. The investment return and principal value of ETF investments will fluctuate, so that an investor’s ETF shares, if or when sold, may be worth more or less than the original cost.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information about the ETF. To obtain a prospectus, contact your Financial Advisor or visit the ETF company’s website. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
8Morgan 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.
9Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
10Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
11Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
12Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.
13Morgan 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.
14When 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.
15When 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.
16Morgan 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.
17Morgan 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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1Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan's investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan's flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan's investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state's own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state's tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
3Morgan 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
4Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
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 (“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.
7An investment in an exchange-traded fund (ETF) involves risks similar to those of investing in a broadly based portfolio of equity securities traded on exchange in the relevant securities market, such as market fluctuations caused by such factors as economic and political developments, changes in interest rates and perceived trends in stock prices. The investment return and principal value of ETF investments will fluctuate, so that an investor’s ETF shares, if or when sold, may be worth more or less than the original cost.
Investors should carefully consider the investment objectives, risks, charges and expenses of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) before investing. The prospectus contains this and other information about the ETF. To obtain a prospectus, contact your Financial Advisor or visit the ETF company’s website. Please read the prospectus carefully before investing.
8Morgan 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.
9Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
10Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
11Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
12Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
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