Our Story and Services

Our team is a comprehensive wealth management practice headquartered in New York City. We have assembled an experienced team of professionals with extensive knowledge across a wide range of asset classes and disciplines.

While each of us offer distinctive skills and perspectives, we share a commitment to responding to your investment needs promptly, proficiently, and thoroughly. Our goal is to earn and retain your confidence through the quality of the investment solutions we offer, as well as the professional and punctual manner in which they are delivered.

The team is committed to providing a personalized experience to affluent individuals and families with considerable assets and complex financial needs. We take great pride in clearly explaining every aspect of our process and hold trust and transparency as key tenets of our practice.

We believe that working with our team not only provides you with access to a broad array of experience and solutions, but also helps to ensure that you can benefit from the highest levels of service and intellectual thoroughness possible.

We have been honored by

  • Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams in 2023, 2024, 2025 & 2026
  • Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025
  • Forbes America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors in 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021 & 2022
  • Forbes Best-In-State Next-Gen Advisors in 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, & 2025
  • Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State in 2026
  • See Awards tab for more information about honorees.

Awards Disclosures

  • 2023 - 2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023 - 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
  • 2021 - 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021 - 2025). 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 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 - 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
  • 2026 Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/24 - 9/30/25.

Read Our Article in Forbes Magazine:

$1.2 Billion Morgan Stanley Team Thinks Dividend Investing Could Be Myopic
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About PWM

Founded in 1977, Private Wealth Management is the division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management that is dedicated to serving the firm’s most affluent clients, including some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs, executives and stewards of multigenerational wealth. Functioning as an exclusive investment boutique within a global financial firm, we deliver sophisticated solutions that leverage the intellectual capital and insight of Morgan Stanley’s substantial global resources. Drawing on a deep understanding of your financial life, our goal is to help you:
  • Manage investments with an unwavering focus on your financial strategy and personal goals
  • Create comprehensive, multigenerational wealth management plans based on your needs, challenges and the values that guide your life and legacy
  • Simplify financial complexity to help you achieve clarity and control
Private Wealth Management Highlights
  • Approximately 300 teams specialized in assisting individuals and families with $20MM+ in investable assets
  • Over $1.2 trillion in AUM
  • Comprising 26% of the Barron’s Top 100 Financial Advisors list for 2025
  • Direct access to ultra high net worth experts in philanthropy, family dynamics, wealth transfer, lifestyle advisory and other areas of interest to ultra high net worth families
1 Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, September 2025

Source: Barron's (Awarded March 2025) This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Barron's for the period Oct 2023-Sept 2024. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to Barron's to obtain or use the ranking. This ranking is based on an algorithm that includes client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations, and quantitative criteria, including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion. Rankings are based on the assessment of Barron's and may not be representative of any one client’s experience. This ranking is not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not affiliated with Barron's. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved.

Awards & Recognition

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    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    The Chen Group was named to Forbes' Best In-State Wealth Management Teams in 2023, 2024, 2025, & 2026.

    2023 - 2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023 - 2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
    See The Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams 2026 List
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    Forbes: $1.2 Billion Morgan Stanley Team Thinks Dividend Investing Could Be Myopic
    Forbes wealth management and investing writer, Sergei Klebnikov, spotlights The Chen Group giving background on the team and emphasizing the use of innovative strategies like direct indexing to optimize client portfolios through systematic tax loss harvesting.
    Read The Forbes Article Here
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    Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
    Robert Chen was named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024, & 2025

    2021 - 2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021 - 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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    Morgan Stanley - Robert Chen
    Robert has been appointed to numerous clubs at Morgan Stanley. These include:
    - Morgan Stanley's Chairman's Club 2023, 2024, & 2025
    - Morgan Stanley President's Club: 2021 and 2022
    - Morgan Stanley Master's Club: 2019 and 2020
    - Morgan Stanley Century Club: 2018
    - Morgan Stanley Pacesetter's Club: 2016 and 2017
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    Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
    Robert Chen was named to Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors in 2017, 2018, 2020, 2021, & 2022.

    2017-2022 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 2017-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
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    Morgan Stanley - Libby Miller
    Libby Miller has been appointed to Morgan Stanley Pacesetter's Club in 2021 and 2022
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    Forbes Best-In-State Next-Gen Advisors
    Robert Chen was named to Forbes Best-In-State Next-Gen Advisors in 2020, 2021, and 2022.

    James Ferrante was named to Forbes Best-In-State Next-Gen Advisors in 2022 and 2023.

    Libby Miller was named to Forbes Best-In-State Next-Gen Advisors in 2025.

    2020 - 2025 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 2020 - 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
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    Morgan Stanley - Talal Bazzi
    Talal Bazzi has been appointed to Morgan Stanley Pacesetter's Club in 2022, 2023, 2024, and 2025.
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    Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
    Libby Miller was named to the Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State in 2026.

    Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
    Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/24 - 9/30/25.
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    Morgan Stanley - Rocky Cassone
    Rocky Cassone was appointed to Morgan Stanley Pacesetter's Club in 2024 and 2025.

ESTATE PLANNING RESOURCES

Estate planning is crucial component of your larger financial picture. Below are pertinent estate planning resources for 2025.
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    Maximizing Your Equity Compensation
    Learn how executives can define a strategy that efficiently navigates the complexities of equity awards to help achieve their personal financial goals.
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Firm Resources

Here at Morgan Stanley, we strive to simplify complex financial ideas so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future. We are firm believers of giving our clients as many resources as possible so they can stay informed about the latest market trends, outlooks, and breakdowns. Morgan Stanley seeks to make complex financial ideas more digestible so that our clients understand what is being done on their behalf to plan for their financial future, and why. The links below provide detailed analysis on interesting topics that are affecting the finance and business worlds.
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    Thoughts on the Market
    With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join 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.
    Listen here
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    Global Investment Committee on the Markets
    A monthly publication that summarizes the Global Investment Committee’s market outlook and contains thought-provoking essays that examine the forces shaping the investment landscape. Check out this month's edition below.
    Read: "GIC on the Markets"
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    Alternative Investments
    Our leading alternatives platform offers 160+ third-party and proprietary funds, including first look and exclusive opportunities, that may help qualified investors enhance returns, reduce volatility, manage taxes and generate income—while maintaining a goals-based approach for asset allocation.
    Morgan Stanley Alternative Investments
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    Tax Management
    The tax decisions you make today can help you save for years to come. There are many tax smart strategies for your financial plan.
    Tax Efficient Planning
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    Morgan Stanley at Work
    We believe there’s no better investment your company can make than in your employees. When they work at their best, so does your business. That’s why Morgan Stanley at Work delivers workplace financial solutions that can help your employees build financial confidence and help you attract and retain top talent.
    Learn More Here
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    Executive Financial Services
    From 10b5-1 trading plans to Rule 144 form filing and tax mitigation strategies, our dedicated team provides hands-on support for your executives’ equity compensation plans.
    Learn More Here

WORKPLACE FINANCIAL BENEFITS WITH MORGAN STANLEY AT WORK

Our mission is to help your company elevate your workplace financial benefits—helping you to attract and retain top talent. Our end-to-end solutions support your company and employees at any stage of growth through a powerful combination of modern technology, insightful guidance, and dedicated service.

    Equity Solutions

    Equity ownership is a powerful motivator. Streamline equity management through our leading-edge technology and provide global audit-ready reporting and insights, alongside customizable participant experiences to engage and educate your employees on how to make the most of their benefits. Our global solutions support private and public companies at any stage of growth.

    • Equity Administration and Financial Reporting
    • Liquidity Events
    • 409A Valuation Services and Cap Table Management

    Learn more
    Retirement

    For your employees, retirement is more than a date in the future—it's a milestone that takes time, hard work, and the right tools. Through our consultative process, we strive to assist with the management of your fiduciary responsibilities and risk, simplify plan management, and help you improve retirement readiness for your employees.

    • Defined Contribution Consulting
    • Solutions-Oriented Plans
    • Fiduciary Investment Oversight

    Learn more
    Deferred Compensation

    Access a range of Nonqualified Deferred Compensation plan services or pick the ones that best fit your needs. We provide recordkeeping and plan design, portfolio construction services, and plan education for your executive talent. We help you determine the appropriate plan design and inform a funding strategy through a needs-based assessment and consultative approach.

    Services include:

    • Recordkeeping and Plan Design
    • Portfolio Construction
    • Wealth Management Services
    Learn more
    Executive Services

    Our dedicated team provides concierge-level support for your executives' equity compensation plans, from 10b5-1 trading plans to form filing related to Rule 144 transactions, to access to wealth management and tax-optimization strategies, so helping them navigate their complex financial needs with greater confidence and certainty:

    • Equity Compensation Services
    • Equity Award Analysis
    • Specialized Solutions
    Learn more
    Saving and Giving

    Saving and Giving benefits can make a real difference in your employees' lives as they can support the things that matter most to them—like saving for education and repaying student loans. Show that you are committed to your employees' priorities with leading-edge solutions that help them chart a path toward financial well-being.

    • College Savings
    • Student Loan Repayment and Refinancing
    • Charitable Giving
    Learn more
    Financial Wellness

    We offer Financial Wellness with every solution we provide. Through a powerful combination of education, digital tools and guidance, Financial Wellness is designed to address the unique needs of your employees and empower their financial journey at every stage. Give your employees the confidence to take charge of their finances.

    • Financial Education
    • Digital Tools
    • Financial Guidance

    Learn more

Location

55 East 52nd Street
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New York, NY 10055
US
Direct:
(212) 296-7467(212) 296-7467

Meet The Chen Group

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Managing Director, Private Wealth Advisor, Executive Financial Services Director, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Family Wealth Advisor, Alternative Investments Director, Workplace Advisor – Equity Compensation, Lending Specialist
Phone:
(212) 296-7726(212) 296-7726
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Bill DeMatteo

Executive Director, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Management Director, Alternative Investments Director, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(212) 296-2060(212) 296-2060
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Melanie Weintraub, CEPA®

Financial Advisor
Phone:
(212) 296-6095(212) 296-6095
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Scott Kim, CFP®*

Assistant Vice President, Business Development Director
Phone:
(212) 296-7467(212) 296-7467
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James Griffin

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
Phone:
(212) 296-7310(212) 296-7310
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Mark Watros

Director of Investments
Phone:
(212) 296-6093(212) 296-6093
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Jas Kaur

Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 296-0111(212) 296-0111

About Robert Chen

Robert brings an institutional lens to personal wealth—helping translate complexity into clarity. He leads the team’s investment strategy with a focus on disciplined asset allocation, sophisticated alternative investments, and risk-aware portfolio design.

He works with families to build comprehensive, lasting financial strategies that integrate core values, legacy goals, education planning, risk management, and business transition strategies. Robert holds the Senior Portfolio Management Director designation and focuses on overall asset allocation for client portfolios as well as hedging strategies for exposure across sector and style allocations. He focuses on risk management across all asset classes.

Robert began his career at Credit Suisse First Boston in the Investment Banking division, where he worked as a financial analyst in the Financial Sponsors / Leveraged Finance Group in New York. He then spent four years investing in credit and private lending across two credit-focused hedge funds, followed by two years at a long/short equity hedge fund with offices in Los Angeles and New York. He started his wealth management career at Merrill Lynch before being recruited to Morgan Stanley in 2014.

Robert has been named to Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors and Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State in 2017-2022; and Best-In-State Wealth Advisors in 2021-2025. Robert combines years of experience with an uncommon ability to help simplify complexity.

Robert is an active member of the Brown University Alumni Committee, currently serves on the Woodberry Forest School Advisory Council, the Associate Board of the Cancer Research Institute, and the Board of Directors for the Museum of Chinese in America. He and his wife, daughter, and dog reside in Manhattan.

Disclosures:
2017-2022 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2017-2022). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2021 - 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021 - 2025). 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: VA, HI, CO, VI, UT, TN, SD, ND, NC, MT, MN, MD, MA, IA, RI, FL, KY, DC, PR, OK, OH, NY, CT, NJ, NH, IL, WY, WA, PA, MI, GA, AZ, AL, AK, WI, SC, OR, NV, DE, CA, TX, MS, KS, IN, MO, LA, ID; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1056434
CA Insurance License #: 0M50860

About Bill DeMatteo

Bill DeMatteo is an Executive Director and Financial Advisor with The Chen Group at Morgan Stanley. In addition to advising clients and families, he serves as the team's Chief Operating Officer, overseeing the business of the team, and leading the integration of advisory practices as part of the group’s long-term growth strategy. His career spans more than two decades in financial services, including 17 years in senior leadership roles at Morgan Stanley.

Before joining The Chen Group, Bill led Morgan Stanley’s Fifth Avenue Market in New York City. In that role, he was directly involved in advisor transitions, practice acquisitions, succession planning, and the integration of complex businesses into the firm. He brings this experience to the Chen Group by identifying strategic acquisition opportunities, conducting diligence on advisory practices, and guiding integration in a way that protects clients, supports advisors, and preserves continuity. His focus is on thoughtful growth—helping to ensure that each transaction strengthens the team and enhances the client experience.

Bill holds multiple FINRA registrations and the Senior Portfolio Management Director, Alternative Investments Director, Workplace Advisor–Equity Compensation, and Financial Planning Specialist designations.

He lives in New York City with his wife and two children and supports organizations including the Tunnel to Towers Foundation and the Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital. He is also an avid golfer.
Securities Agent: OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, OK, OH, NY, NV, NM, NJ, NH, NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 2589482

About Libby Miller

Libby is known for her thoughtful, strategic approach and ability to help clients see the big picture when making complex financial decisions. As a CFP® and CDFA®, she advises individuals and families on coordinated investment, estate, and planning strategies that are tailored to their lives and long-term goals, often serving as a long-term partner to multi-generational families.

Libby advises clients across investment strategies in both public and private markets, estate and wealth transfer planning, tax-aware strategies, cash management and lending, and risk management.

Libby joined Morgan Stanley in 2013 to enter the competitive two-year Wealth Management Rotational Analyst program. The program provided her with a holistic view of the wealth management business and a deep understanding of the products and services offered to our clients. Following the Analyst program, Libby worked as a Wealth Advisory Associate, collaborating with financial advisors and their clients to create comprehensive financials plans.

She has been named to Forbes’ Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor Best-in-State (2025) and Top Women Wealth Advisors (2026) lists.

Libby resides in Manhattan with her husband and their Cavapoo, Rapha. In her free time, Libby loves getting lost in a novel, playing padel and going to the latest workout classes.

Disclosures:
Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Aug 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 3/31/24 - 3/31/25.

Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2026) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/24 - 6/30/25.

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.
Securities Agent: IL, MA, PA, OR, HI, CO, OH, CT, CA, AZ, AK, IN, DC, WI, VA, UT, KY, WY, TN, NV, MD, NC, KS, IA, VI, TX, SD, SC, NY, FL, PR, WA, ND, MN, MI, GA, DE, OK, NJ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1610596

About James Ferrante

James works with clients, their families and businesses to determine their goals, needs and objectives. He focuses on both sides of the client balance sheet to help maximize efficiency and watch for blind spots, including estate planning strategies.

As an Alternative Investments Director, James assesses new investment opportunities and strategically allocates appropriate investments to qualified client portfolios.

James began his career in the Treasury Group at Deutsche Bank. He held a hybrid role that included liquidity risk management, hedging foreign capital reserves in Latin America and funding the bank’s various business lines. While at Deutsche Bank his team helped shepherd the bank through the Global Financial Crisis. This instilled a deep appreciation for the value of risk management, providing a skill set applicable to personal finance. After five years at Deutsche Bank, he began his career in wealth management at Merrill Lynch. He spent two years at Merrill Lynch and four years at Wells Fargo before joining the team at Morgan Stanley in Fall 2019.

James received his Bachelor’s degree from Georgetown University’s McDonough School of Business with a double major in Finance and Management.

He currently resides in Manhattan and is an avid skier and tennis player. He is also a proud uncle and godfather to a cohort of nieces and nephews.
Securities Agent: WY, VI, SC, SD, UT, OH, WV, DC, NV, MS, MA, OR, OK, RI, PR, MD, TN, WI, WA, VA, VT, TX, NJ, NH, MO, PA, MN, NC, NY, ND, NM, NE, DE, ME, MT, CO, HI, IA, MI, ID, LA, FL, KY, KS, IN, IL, GA, CT, AK, CA, AZ, AR, AL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1111755

About Talal Bazzi

Talal Bazzi focuses on providing tailored wealth management solutions for high-net-worth families, finance professionals, partners at law firms and doctors. With a client centered approach Talal is committed to building trust and guiding his clients through every step of their financial journey.

With seven years of experience in the wealth management industry, Talal has risen to become a partner at The Chen Group. His dedication and performance have been recognized through his membership in Morgan Stanley's prestigious Pacesetters Club for four consecutive years, most recently in 2025. Before entering finance, Talal earned a bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering from the University of
Miami.

Talal grew up in Miami, Florida, and his upbringing instilled in him a love for connecting with people and serving his community. Outside of work he is passionate about animal welfare and co-founded the Voltaire Foundation, where he serves on the board. An avid sports enthusiast, Talal enjoys playing golf, basketball, soccer, and is a die-hard Liverpool fan.
Securities Agent: KS, SD, OH, NH, MI, IN, CO, WA, VA, MO, DE, NJ, DC, VI, RI, PR, MT, AZ, WI, OR, MD, CT, GA, TN, NY, NC, KY, IL, PA, ND, WY, UT, SC, IA, CA, NM, MN, MA, HI, FL, AK, TX, OK, NV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1807584

About Rocky Cassone

Rocky is a financial advisor with The Chen Group and works in the Charleston, SC office. Rocky works with families and family-owned businesses to develop holistic financial plans. He understands the planning process begins with a deep understanding of each client’s personal values and long-term goals. Through the process, he provides solutions in Investment Consulting, Advanced Planning and Relationship Management.

He graduated from Woodberry Forest and earned a Business Economics degree at Wofford College.

• Rocky has always enjoyed helping people, solving problems and working with numbers.
• Rocky’s favorite part of his career is building long term relationships with clients.

Rocky is a South Carolina native. Rocky is an avid golfer, enjoys skiing, hiking and spending time with his nieces and nephews
Securities Agent: HI, OH, NV, ND, CT, WI, VI, DE, AK, NJ, MA, CA, UT, PR, WY, VA, PA, NC, GA, CO, SC, MI, IL, TN, SD, FL, DC, AZ, IN, WA, TX, OR, NY, MD; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2428082

About Melanie Weintraub

Melanie joined Morgan Stanley in 2025. She provides institutional level investing advice to her clients and is a fourth-generation business owner.

Her journey into private wealth management began after inheriting her father’s business, where she gained firsthand experience with complex wealth transfers. This background has equipped her with a profound understanding of the critical role a sophisticated financial plan plays in helping preserve and grow wealth. Melanie is committed to building lasting relationships with her clients, earning their trust through consistent communication, attention to detail, and timely, effective solutions.

Renowned for her genuine approach, Melanie excels at connecting with each family member. Her ability to demystify complex financial strategies helps ensure that her clients feel empowered and informed in their decision-making process.

Before joining Morgan Stanley, Melanie enjoyed a successful 15-year career in institutional equity sales, where she served some of the largest hedge fund investors. Her roles at Nomura Securities, Deutsche Bank, and Alliance Bernstein have honed her skills and broadened her industry perspective.

Melanie is an alumna of the University of Michigan, where she earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Italian in 2008. She also holds the Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) designation. Beyond her professional achievements, she is a winter sports enthusiast - she is an avid skier and was formerly a member of the US Figure Skating Team. Melanie resides in Connecticut with her husband and three children.
Securities Agent: NE, OH, OK, IA, FL, HI, VT, SD, NV, NJ, GA, DC, AZ, WA, NH, MD, LA, ID, DE, SC, PR, OR, NC, ME, KY, CT, CA, AR, WY, WV, MS, MI, VI, NY, NM, MN, AL, AK, WI, TX, TN, PA, IL, VA, RI, ND, MT, MO, KS, CO, UT, MA, IN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 2755988

About Scott Kim

Scott Kim is an Assistant Vice President and Business Development Director within Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, supporting The Chen Group with day-to-day client service and operational execution. In his role, Scott onboards new accounts, assists with financial planning, trading , portfolio modeling, asset allocation, equity research, and reporting to help the team deliver a consistent client experience.

Scott began his career at Smith Barney in 2010 and continued with the firm through its merger into Morgan Stanley. He holds the CFP® designation and maintains Series 7 and Series 66 licenses. Scott earned a Bachelor of Science in Economics from George Mason University.

Originally from Virginia, Scott enjoys hiking, camping, soccer and basketball. He lives in Brooklyn with his wife, Amy, and their two sons, and volunteers with local charity and community organizations.

About James Griffin

James Griffin is an Assistant Vice President and Wealth Management Associate on The Chen Group, focused on delivering high-touch client service and operational support. He works with the team on onboarding new accounts, asset and account transfers, trading support, portfolio modeling, asset allocation, and the preparation of equity research and performance reporting to help clients stay informed and organized.

James joined Morgan Stanley as an intern in 2015 and transitioned to a full-time role in 2016 on the Complex Management Team, supporting integration efforts and operational functions including IT, property services, entitlements, and onboarding. He joined The Millman, McGee & Ennis Group in 2019, where he supported onboarding and served as a family analyst across more than 50 client relationships. James joined The Chen Group in 2023 and holds Series 7 and Series 66 licenses, as well as Morgan Stanley’s Financial Planning Specialist designation and an Associate’s Degree in Business Administration.

James lives in Matawan, New Jersey, and enjoys golfing in his free time.

About Mark Watros

Mark Watros is the Director of Investments for The Chen Group at Morgan Stanley, where he leads portfolio management and investment strategy for high-net-worth individuals and families. He oversees customized portfolio construction and ongoing investment management, drawing on deep fixed income and market experience to help align client portfolios with long-term objectives and risk considerations.

Mark began his career at Morgan Stanley in 2018 on the Brokerage Fixed Income Sales desk, later moving into Advisory Fixed Income Sales supporting institutional accounts and high-net-worth portfolio managers. He subsequently joined the Fixed Income Trading desk as a trader before transitioning to his current role with The Chen Group. Mark earned a bachelor’s degree from Ferris State University and an MBA from the University of Connecticut. He also served in the U.S. Marine Corps and received a Purple Heart for his service.

Mark lives in Connecticut with his wife and two children and enjoys golfing, including scoring two hole-in-ones.

About Jas Kaur

Jas Kaur is a Client Service Associate on The Chen Group at Morgan Stanley, supporting Wealth Management and Private Wealth Management clients through daily operational and administrative execution. She helps the team deliver a seamless client experience by coordinating service requests, supporting account-related workflows, and ensuring key processes are handled accurately and efficiently.

Jas began her Morgan Stanley career as an Operational Associate/Admin, building a strong foundation in financial operations and client service. She holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Economics, which supports her analytical approach and commitment to responsive, client-centric service. Originally from Queens and now based in East Meadow, Long Island, Jas brings a disciplined work ethic and a collaborative mindset to the team.

Outside of work, Jas enjoys cooking and spending time with friends and family.

About Andrew Eng

Andrew Eng is a Private Wealth Management Analyst and Financial Planning Specialist on The Chen Group at Morgan Stanley, focused on delivering comprehensive financial planning support. He assists with trading-related requests, portfolio modeling, asset allocation analysis, and performance reporting, helping the team translate planning insights into coordinated next steps for clients.

Andrew joined Morgan Stanley in June 2023 as part of the Planning Virtual Engagement Associate team, where he developed experience with Modern Wealth Management tools and advisor practice support. His background includes studies in psychology and business administration; he began his undergraduate education at SUNY Binghamton, later completing his degree at Southern Connecticut State University, where he also earned an MBA. He holds the Morgan Stanley Financial Planning Specialist designation, as well as the Series 7, 63, and 66 licenses.

Andrew enjoys golfing, traveling, and exploring new restaurants and cuisines.

Awards and Recognition

Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
2023-2026 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2026). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
​2021-2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
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