Our Story & Services

The Brown-Moore Group at Morgan Stanley seeks to deliver a world-class wealth management experience to a select group of high-net-worth individual, family and institutional clients.  We utilize a comprehensive, financial planning process to insure we understand our clients' unique circumstances and assist in the development and delivery of a customized solution to meet their long-term objectives.  In doing so, we seek to provide exceptional service and maintain an enduring commitment to our clients and their multi-generational goals.
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Certified Financial Planner

Individuals certified by the CFP® Board have taken the extra step to demonstrate commitment and professionalism by voluntarily submitting to the rigorous CFP® certification process that includes demanding education, examination, experience, and ethical requirements. These four cornerstones set the foundation for the CFP® professional's ability in helping clients achieve their goals. Eric's diverse skillset can help clients navigate the complicated financial factors in their lives. See below for more information about the CFP designation and how we can help.
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    Education
    The CFP® professional must develop theoretical and practical financial planning knowledge by completing 2 to 3 years of comprehensive coursework at an institution of higher learning approved by the CFP® Board. Once obtaining the CFP® trademark, their education does not stop, as continued education is part of the recertification process.
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    Examination
    The CFP® professional must pass the 7 hour comprehensive examination Certification Exam, which tests abilities to apply financial planning knowledge to real-life situations. The exam covers the financial planning process, tax planning strategies, employee benefits and retirement planning, estate planning strategies, investment management, and insurance.
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    Experience
    All CFP® professionals are required to complete several years of experience related to financial planning services prior to earning the right to use the CFP® trademarks.
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    Ethics
    The CFP® professional is obligated to uphold the principles of integrity, objectivity, competence, fairness, confidentiality, professionalism, and diligence as outlined in the CFP® Board's Code of Ethics. The Rules of Conduct require the CFP® professional to put the client's interest first at all times.

Our Five-Step Process

Our wealth management approach focuses on you, your family and your career – where you are today and where you want to go. Working together, we develop the strategies to help get you there, navigating life’s challenges and helping you make more informed decisions about your wealth.
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    1. Introductory Call
    We begin with an informal conversation to understand your financial concerns and determine how we can add value. If we all agree to move forward, we’ll schedule our next meeting and request important financial information.
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    2. Get To Know You Meeting
    We continue the dialogue by fostering an in-depth conversation where we learn about the values that shape your decisions and identify any unique circumstances. We also review the documents you’ve prepared and define your priorities.
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    3. Analysis and Plan Development
    Here, we utilize proprietary financial planning tools to develop a personalized and detailed plan with recommendations to help you grow, preserve and transfer your wealth.
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    4. Implementation
    In this step, we present appropriate strategies that are designed to work together to help achieve your goals. Upon your approval, we open new accounts for you at Morgan Stanley and initiate our investment recommendations. We’ll also begin to implement other strategies we’ve discussed. These often encompass tax minimization, risk management and estate planning strategies.
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    5. Ongoing Service
    Committed to premium service, we focus on developing a relationship that can provide value to you and your family. As we begin to execute each strategy, we’ll set up tools so you have immediate access to your account information. And because markets and personal needs evolve over time, we set up ongoing meetings to help ensure your plan remains on schedule to achieve your goals.
To make the onboarding process as simple as possible we have gathered some of our most essential resources here at Morgan Stanley. You can find more information and steps to getting started below.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley App make it easier for clients to view account information and monitor plans. Additionally, by linking your external accounts, you will benefit from more holistic planning with your entire financial picture in mind.

    Disclaimer:
    The Morgan Stanley Mobile App is currently available for iPhone® and iPad® from the App StoreSM and AndroidTM on Google PlayTM. Standard messaging and data rates from your provider may apply.
    Learn more about Morgan Stanley Online
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    Goals Based Planning
    We utilize financial planning software, the resources of Morgan Stanley, and work with you to develop comprehensive plans around your current situation and goals. Your financial plan is the roadmap to potentially achieving your goals.
    Learn more about the Goal Planning System
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    Portfolio Risk Platform
    Our Portfolio Risk Platform provides real time analytics that allow us to identify and better understand risk in your portfolio.
    Learn more about Aladdin
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    Digital Vault
    The Digital Vault on Morgan Stanley Online allows you to build a centralized document library where all documents are stored using encryption.
    Learn more about Digital Vault
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    Total Wealth View
    With this service, you can view all your investments together – whether they are held at Morgan Stanley or elsewhere. When you add your external 401(k), as well as your checking, savings and brokerage accounts to this portal, all your assets will be in one place, providing a current and comprehensive view of your wealth.
    Learn more about Total Wealth View
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    Cybersecurity
    Morgan Stanley makes it a priority to protect client information by continuously investing in enhanced online security features. Both Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley App ensure the security of client assets.
    Protecting Your Data in a Digital Age
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    eDelivery
    eDelivery provides you with the ability to view statements and other Firm documents electronically in lieu of paper. Clients who are registered in Morgan Stanley Online may enroll in eDelivery.
    Learn more about eDelivery
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    Reserved Living & Giving
    Save on travel, dining, holiday gifts and more with Morgan Stanley's Reserved Living and Giving program.
    Learn about the benefits
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    Wire Transfers
    For directions regarding US Dollar denominated wires used to fund Morgan Stanley accounts please reference the link below.
    Wire transfer instructions
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    Morgan Stanley American Express Credit Card
    Check out Morgan Stanley's American Express Credit Card for elevated benefits, 2x membership rewards points on select purchases and more.
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Research and Resources

It is important to us to be constantly providing some of the best information to our clients in order to most effectively help them manage their wealth. Morgan Stanley provides endless market resources so you can always stay up to date on the global market.
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    2024 Tax Updates
    2024 will bring several changes to the U.S. tax code. Select the link below to find information regarding Social Security COLA increases, retirement plan contribution limit increases, and the new tax rates for 2024.
    2024 Tax Updates
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    Monthly Global Investment Committee Commentary
    Listen to Mike Wilson, Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist for Morgan Stanley, as he and his colleagues discuss a variety of viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace. Learn about their perspectives on the forces shaping the markets today and as well as their market outlooks for the future.
    GIC Monthly Perspectives
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    Important Tax Information
    Staying on top of taxes year-round is one of the keys to ensuring financial success. Filing taxes on time and accurately can potentially save you hundreds of dollars in penalties, fees, and interest. Check out some important tax information including dates and rates below.
    Tax Dates and Rates
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    The Morgan Stanley Minute
    Explore our 1-minute investment insights videos, in this on-going series, from our firm’s leading thinkers. Discover current investment trends and topics like green bonds, active investment, monetizing small businesses, cybercrime and more.
    Morgan Stanley Minute
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    Your Life, Your Wealth: Planning for Your Financial Future
    Your financial goals and priorities will likely shift with time. To help prepare for the road ahead, ask yourself what matters to you and your family long term.
    Here's how you can get started

Location

250 So. Clinton St
Ste 500
Syracuse, NY 13202
US
Direct:
(315) 464-3388(315) 464-3388
Toll-Free:
(800) 755-5451(800) 755-5451

Meet The Brown - Moore Group

About Eric Brown

Eric has been a Family Wealth Advisor with Morgan Stanley since 2001. He began his career in 1997 working as a Fixed Income Specialist for Fidelity Investments in Boston. Eric has 20 years of experience giving him vast knowledge of fixed income securities, mutual funds, separately managed accounts, ETFs and insurance products and is essential to the team’s asset allocation and comprehensive financial and investment planning process for clients.

Eric has been named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list for the last four years dating back to 2021. He has also been a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Master's Club since 2019, which is an elite group composed of the Firm's top financial advisors.

He and his wife, Jonna, live in Cazenovia with their two boys, Nathan and Michael. Outside the office Eric enjoys spending time with his family, golden retrievers, golfing, hiking, and boating.

Eric is an alumnus and former member of the Board of Trustees at Cazenovia College. He currently serves on the Board of Directors for Elmcrest Children’s Center, Crouse Community Center and The Century Club of Syracuse.


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2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: GA, CO, PA, MA, DC, ME, IA, IN, AZ, NY, AL, TX, MI, FL, CA, WA, KY, DE, OH, NJ, IL, CT, VA, SC, NH, NC, MD, UT, VT, RI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1331968

About Maxwell Moore

Max has amassed nearly two decades of experience in the finance industry, holding various investment banking and alternative investment roles in NYC prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2011. He was named to the 2022 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State list and is currently a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) Level lll Candidate. Max graduated Magna Cum Laude from Cornell University in 2004 after just three years of collegiate study. Since then, he has served on various alumni related boards in addition to being an official Alumni Ambassador and a member of the school’s “1865 Society.”

He has been recognized for his leadership in the community as he graduated from Leadership Greater Syracuse Class of 2012 and named a 2013 Syracuse “40 Under 40.” Max has also served on both the general board and its Executive Committee of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Syracuse.

He and his wife and their two daughters reside in Fayetteville and in their spare time enjoy attending Syracuse University athletic events, playing golf, skiing and visiting the family’s summer home in the 1,000 Islands.



Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Aug 2022) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21 - 3/31/22.
Securities Agent: MI, DC, WA, IN, KY, CO, AZ, NY, VT, NC, MS, MD, IA, VA, NH, ME, MA, GA, RI, OH, DE, CT, SC, NJ, IL, UT, PA, FL, CA, AL, TX; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1255584
CA Insurance License #: 0M71720

The Power of Partnerships

By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships

About Elizabeth Menteur

Elizabeth Menteur is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in New York.

Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.

Elizabeth began her career in financial services in 2013, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2017 as a Regional Client Engagement Associate. Elizabeth is a graduate of Northeastern University, where she received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and International Affairs and a Master of Business Administration
with a concentration in Finance. She lives in Saratoga Springs, New York.

Outside of the office, she volunteers with Invest in Girls and is a mentor and financial education coach for high school students. Elizabeth enjoys
traveling, painting and gluten free baking.
NMLS#: 2329114

About Nancy H. Sheftic

Nancy is an Assistant Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in upstate New York. She is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.

Nancy began her career in financial services in 2005, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to her current position, she was a Team Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch.

Nancy graduated from Le Moyne College and holds her Certified Financial Planner®. Nancy holds the following registrations: Series 7, Series 63, Series 66 and Life and Health insurance licenses and is a Notary Public. She also holds a Master’s in Business Administration from Le Moyne College.

Nancy lives in Baldwinsville, NY with her husband Patrick and their two sons, Dean and Alex. In her spare time, she loves being outdoors, especially hiking and skiing. Nancy also believes strongly in women being financially empowered and is a member of Morgan Stanley’s Women in Wealth employee group as well as 100 Women Who Care CNY.
NMLS#: 1421563
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Morgan 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

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Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.
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1Alternative 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.

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2Morgan 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.

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3Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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4When 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.

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5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.
Morgan 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.

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6The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.

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7Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.

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The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.

The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.

*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.

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The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney.  The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.

Awards Disclosures
CRC 6491812 (04/2024), 3582895 (6/2024)