

The BBM Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
About Us
The BBM Group at Morgan Stanley focuses on working with business owners, retirement plans, corporate executives and families with a high net worth seeking the services of an experienced Family Wealth advisory team. We work on their behalf to help solve three critical wealth and investment issues they typically face.
- Managing both cash-flow and risk
- Tax efficiency
- Complex wealth circumstances that requires a team of financial, tax and legal advocates working in concert
As a result of the current economy, you may feel challenged with how to manage both cash-flows and investment risk within your portfolio. We use a system that allows us to identify your portfolio risk, pinpoint deficiencies in cash-flow needs and recommend solutions that seek to fill those gaps to maximize your cash-flow so more of your wealth works on a tax efficient basis and with less risk. In working with you, not only will we serve as your gateway to the intellectual strength and global resources of Morgan Stanley, we will work in concert with your tax and legal professionals to bring together a team of advocates on one goal… yours.
Team Award
Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source:Forbes.com (Jan 2024) 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking awarded in 2024. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23. For criteria & methodology, go to Forbes.com.
Forbes Top Financial Advisors Lists 2024 | Morgan Stanley
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Art AdvisoryFootnote2
- Business PlanningFootnote3
- Corporate Pension FundsFootnote4
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote5
- Defined Contribution PlansFootnote6
- Endowments and FoundationsFootnote7
- Corporate Trust Services
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote8
- Executive Benefit ServicesFootnote9
- Executive Financial ServicesFootnote10
- Financial PlanningFootnote11
- Philanthropic Services
- Qualified Plans
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote12
- Retirement PlanningFootnote13
- Stock Option PlansFootnote14
Awards
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22 – 3/31/23.
Brian Burns -
Recognized in 2018, 2019, 2020 & 2021 as NAPA's Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2018, 2019, 2020, & 2021) Data compiled by NAPA based on self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to year the award was given.
Michael Marchiano -
2018 - 2021 NAPA's Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2018 - 2021) Data compiled by NAPA based on self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to year the award was given.
Awarded 2019 & 2020 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2020 - 12/31/16 - 12/31/19
Awarded 2019 - 12/31/15 - 12/31/18
- Top 401 Retirement Plan Advisors
- NAPA's "Top DC Advisor Firms"
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Meet The BBM Wealth Management Group
About Richard M. Beltram
2012-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2012-2024) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2012 Award - 04/15/2011- 10/16/2011
2013 Award - 04/15/2012 - 10/16/2012
2014 Award 04/15/2013 - 10/16/2013
2015 Award - 04/15/2014- 10/16/2014
2016 Award- 04/15/2015- 10/16/2015
2017 Award - 02/25/2016 - 10/7/2016
2018 Award - 02/21/2017 - 10/12/2017
2019 Award - 03/21/2018- 10/12/2018
2020 Award - 03/1/2019 - 10/16/2019
2021 Award - 03/30/2020 - 10/23/2020
2022 Award - 12/20/2021 - 06/17/2022
2023 Award - 03/21/2022 - 10/18/2022
2024 Award - 03/13/2023 - 09/29/2023
2019-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
NMLS#: 1261978
About Michael Burns
Michael begins his Financial Planning process by speaking with his clients individually and creating a customized plan that is tailored to them and their families based on their specific priorities and long-term goals. He determines risk tolerance, how many years until retirement, and their desires - whether it is a second home, travel or legacy plans. He takes the time to learn about each client and constructs a specific personalized plan and then implements that plan while remaining in continual contact. Michael prides himself on the personal service he offers and his dedication to his clients.
Michael received a B.A. in Business Administration from Western New England College in Springfield, MA. He presently resides in NJ with his three children. Michael enjoys fishing, hiking and camping in his free time.
The BBM Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley was named to the Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking. Visit our Team Website by clicking below to view the list.
Forbes 2024 Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source:Forbes.com (Jan 2024) 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking awarded in 2024. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23. For criteria & methodology, go to Forbes.com.
NMLS#: 1297677
About Brian Burns
2018- 2023 NAPA's Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (March 2018, 2019,2020,2021,2023, 2024) awarded in 2024. Data compiled by National Association of Plan Advisors based on
self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to the
issuance of the award. For criteria & methodology, go to napa-net.org
NMLS#: 1282564
About Michael Marchiano
Recognized in 2018-2023 as NAPA's Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2018- 2023) Data compiled by NAPA based on self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to year the award was given.
2013-2019 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2021-2023) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2013 Award - 04/15/2012 - 10/16/2012
2014 Award 04/15/2013 - 10/16/2013
2015 Award - 04/15/2014- 10/16/2014
2016 Award- 04/15/2015- 10/16/2015
2017 Award- 02/25/2016 - 10/7/2016
2018 Award- 02/21/2017 - 10/12/2017
2019 Award- 03/21/2018- 10/12/2018
2015-2017 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2017; 12/31/14 - 12/31/16
Awarded 2016; 12/31/13 - 12/31/15
Awarded 2015; 9/30/13 -9/30/14
NMLS#: 1278588
About Sean Stevens
NMLS#: 1744860
About Giuseppe Sellitto
After moving back to New Jersey in 2013, he joined FA Michael Burns as a Senior Registered Client Service Associate. Currently a Wealth Management Associate, his primary responsibilities include providing high-net worth clients with exceptional service and delivering complete operational support to his team. His excellent organizational, communication skills, and attention to detail, enable Giuseppe to help deliver the vast resources of Morgan Stanley to his clients.
Giuseppe graduated with a degree in Finance from Fairleigh Dickenson University. He holds series 7, 63, 65, 3, 9, and 10 licenses, He has also obtained his CRPC™ and CRPS® certificates.
Outside of work Giuseppe enjoys playing recreational soccer and spending time with his family. He currently resides in Rockaway, New Jersey where he lives with his spouse and 2 children.
About Nisha Ribardo
Nisha, an Illinois native, received a B.S. in Management from the A. B. Freeman School of Business at Tulane University. After two years teaching in Elizabeth, NJ through Teach for America, she began her financial services career in 1996 at Merrill Lynch. She has her Series 7 and 66 licenses and earned her CFP® designation in 2004.
Outside of work, Nisha's life centers around her husband, Bryan, and their sons, Paul and Edward. She enjoys reading, travelling, volunteering locally, and attending New Jersey Devils games.
*This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice

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