Our Story and Services

At the CCB Group, we are a tightly knit team of experienced financial professionals with a diverse set of skills, knowledge and insights. We are committed to navigating you through the distractions of today’s markets, while strengthening your family’s financial security and generational wealth for years to come.

Over the years, we have cultivated specialized skills in financial planning, investment management and estate planning. We combine the global resources of Morgan Stanley with the intimate relationship you expect from a small investment boutique. Most importantly, we are passionately committed to educating you about important wealth management strategies to help enhance and preserve your hard earned assets. Clients are welcomed as part of our family. We are proud to celebrate milestones with our clients and their families.

During the creation and execution of your wealth management plan, we often coordinate with your other trusted advisors, such as your accountant and attorney. We access industry leading research and a vast array of world class wealth management products and services, all backed by a global powerhouse, Morgan Stanley. When you work with one of us, you get the resources of all of us.
2023, 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
  • Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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Resources

The Chu Chang Group, along with the power of Morgan Stanley, can help clients navigate their needs/goals, implement and monitor a plan, then adjust the plan accordingly. Please reference below to learn more about how we provide service to clients:
    Morgan Stanley Wealth Management Capabilities
    At Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, exclusive access to vast resources, combined with our unique capabilities, gives us the means to support your goals at every life stage. Our commitment to building, preserving and managing wealth of our clients forms the foundation of everything we do.
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    Legacy & Estate Planning
    A well-crafted estate plan can help clients plan for the future by getting a better overall sense of their potential estate value. We help clients by analyzing the impact of different strategies surrounding the ownership of assets, philanthropy, and the implementation of trusts.
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    Financial Planning
    Goals Planning System (GPS) is Morgan Stanley’s own integrated planning tool. Built on the Firm’s intellectual capital and capabilities, GPS is an intuitive and efficient platform used to quickly assess whether a client is “On Track” to achieving their financial goals.
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    Tax Considerations
    Taxes are a crucial part of the planning conversation and can potentially represent a large outflow from a client’s portfolio each year. Morgan Stanley offers Tax Protection solutions and other strategies that can help prepare a client to manage tax liabilities and help preserve their wealth.
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Morgan Stanley Resources

At Morgan Stanley, we provide clients with easily digestible financial analysis from our market research experts. The links below provide further insight on the markets and economic landscape.
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    On the Markets
    Detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy and more.
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    The GIC Weekly
    The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance and fixed income.
    Latest GIC Weekly Report
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    2022 Global Macro Outlook
    The surge in global inflation has investors fretting about future growth, but Morgan Stanley economists say price surges will subside, making way for 4.7% global GDP growth in 2022. Here’s the view on the global economy.
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    Michael Wilson: Monthly Investment Perspectives Webcast
    Chief Investment Officer Mike Wilson's monthly perspectives webcast.
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    4.00% Annual Percentage Yield Preferred Savings
    Morgan Stanley clients with eligible brokerage accounts can earn 4.00% APY through deposits into our Preferred Savings Program for qualifying cash. Contact our team to learn more or click here for more details. Terms apply.
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    Five Ideas Newsletter
    Check out this month's Five Ideas Newsletter
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Digital Tools

In our fast moving world, technology has evolved to be a part of nearly every facet of our lives. We have been on the forefront of bringing technology to wealth management, leveraging the tools Morgan Stanley has to offer. Digital tools can make your life easier, show you risk where you might least expect it, keep you money safe, and more. Below are some examples:
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Seamlessly and securely manage your investments and everyday finances in one place. Have access to key information and the ability to make transfers and trades on Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) or the Morgan Stanley App.
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    Total Wealth View
    Managing multiple financial accounts across different firms can be complicated. With Morgan Stanley Online, you can link your non-Morgan Stanley accounts and analyze your cash flow all in one place.
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    MS Reserved
    Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's most valued clients. The program is designed to enhance your lifestyle and relationship with the firm beyond traditional wealth management services.
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    Online Security Center
    At Morgan Stanley, safeguarding your assets and personal information is among our highest priorities. Learn about our security measures and use our resources and ideas to help protect yourself online.
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How Does The CCB Group Help?

Effective tax planning should include careful consideration of the most tax-efficient strategy for achieving charitable goals; a well-structured charitable plan allows your client to contribute to the causes they care about while potentially achieving a tax benefit. The most appropriate plan will depend on a number of factors, including the client’s financial situation and giving objectives.
    Philanthropic Focus
    How to magnify the impact of your philanthropic efforts by defining a clear mission and maintaining your focus, including advice on how to govern your family foundation to maintain alignment with your goals.
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    Donor Advised Funds
    There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that provides flexibility and can help maximize your impact.
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    Tax-Savvy Ways to Give
    Many of us prefer to combine our support for the causes and people we care about with a desire to save on taxes. Fortunately, there are strategies that may help us accomplish both. Whether you want to donate to charity or invest in a loved-one’s future, consider these tax‐smart ways to help make your giving go further.
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    Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
    If you like to give to charity while also trimming your tax bill, thanks to the Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) provision in the US tax code, you have the opportunity to strengthen your legacy while potentially reducing your taxable income and your taxable estate when you transfer funds directly from your IRA to an eligible charity
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Paramus, NJ 07652
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Meet The Chu Chang Burke Group

About Jonathan Chu

Jonathan Chu, Sr. Vice President CPWA® CRPC

Jonathan recently joined Morgan Stanley after a 15 year tenure at Merrill Lynch. He is a Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, and Portfolio Manager, and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) designations. Jonathan is a graduate from Rutgers University with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics, and he has been named "America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors" by Forbes in 2018 and 2019.

As a counselor to his clients, Jonathan provides insightful guidance as they navigate their journey to and through retirement. Jonathan strives to develop personal connections and views his clients as part of his own family. He assists with all aspects of their lives from providing direction for a business venture to helping source education funding. As a CPWA®, Jonathan takes particular pride in using his advanced knowledge of tax minimization, asset monetization and wealth transfer strategies to solve his high net worth clients’ most complicated challenges in asset management and estate planning.

Jonathan his wife and 2 boys live in Montclair, New Jersey and love the area. The family enjoys traveling, boating and spending time down the shore with his family.

2018 and 2019 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors)
Source: Forbes.com (2018 and 2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
Securities Agent: CO, CT, DC, DE, GA, IL, MA, MD, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WY, FL, CA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 577421

About Kenny W. Chang

Kenny Chang, Vice President

Kenny Chang is a Vice President and Portfolio Manager who recently joined the firm, with 9 years of experience in the Financial Services industry. Kenny holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst certification, administered by Investment Management Consultants Association and taught with The Yale School of Management.

Kenny’s goal is to make a positive impact on his clients’ lives. He enjoys helping people learn how to efficiently manage their finances so that they can feel empowered to design their futures as well as their families’ futures. He believes that as a financial advisor, he should be able to help a client with everything from opening a checking account to guiding a client through an initial public offering.

Kenny constructs individualized wealth management plans with unique asset allocations. He works with his clients to make individualized stock selections for his clients.

Kenny built his attention to detail and dedication to client service in the Military. Before starting his career as a financial advisor, Kenny served as a Payroll Accountant in the United States Navy. There, he helped sailors manage their pay and plan for their retirement. Kenny’s goal was to help his fellow shipmates and veterans secure their financial futures.

Later, as a Manager at Bank of America, he got to know the financial goals and worries of the wider civilian community. These experiences taught Kenny the satisfaction of educating and empowering his clients to lead financially responsible lives, as well as a deep appreciation for the trust his clients have in his ability to manage their savings.

Kenny graduated with BBA from the New Jersey Institute of Technology. Kenny is currently working towards an MBA at John Hopkins Carey Business School, and has completed his Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) examination after having completed the program at Yale University.

Kenny is a supporter of UNICEF, Animal Rescue, and a supporting member of Disabled American Veterans. He is and lives in River Edge, New Jersey.
Securities Agent: TX, SD, NJ, MO, CO, WY, NH, IL, CA, ME, DC, MD, CT, AZ, RI, OH, DE, VA, UT, PA, VT, SC, MA, FL, TN, NY, NC, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1170688

About Brian P Burke

Brian Burke, Financial Advisor

Brian recently joined Morgan Stanley from Wells Fargo Wealth Management. Prior to working in his current role, Brian was Vice President of Global Wealth Management/Portfolio Management at Wells Fargo. Brian dedicates himself to helping you achieve one of your most important life goals by working to provide the most professional financial services possible to fit your individual situation. He assists corporations, businesses, physicians, business owners, non-profit organizations, individuals, and families in the management of their financial affairs and wealth plans. He is also a qualified Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional advice and guidance, can help clients pursue their objectives by building and managing his own personalized or defined strategies, which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, funds, and even derivatives and structured products.

Prior to Brian’s career in wealth management, he was a Managing Director at an Investment Banking firm where he oversaw the financial services M&A team. This experience puts Brian in the unique position to assist owners of family businesses or closely-held businesses on exploring transitions through passing it to next generation or exploring sale to outside entities.

Brian strives to help his clients capitalize on the opportunities available in the market place, having over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry.

Brian studied Finance at The Lubin School of Business at Pace University. He is an avid skier and golfer and is dedicated to coaching his daughters’ basketball teams. He also takes pleasure in traveling and spending time with his loved ones on the Jersey Shore.
Securities Agent: DC, CA, CO, CT, DE, FL, GA, IL, MA, MD, ME, NC, NH, NJ, NY, OH, OK, PA, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 890605

About Joan O'Connor

Joan O’Connor is a Client Service Associate. She has been in the industry since 1994. Joan is committed to providing clients a full service experience by assisting clients in day to day administration and problem resolution. Joan is dedicated to client service, with careful attention to detail for her work. Joan works closely with client’s other professional advisors and a team of specialist to help simplify clients’ complex financial lives. Joan is an integral part of her team’s approach to help build and enhance meaningful relationships with clients and their families. She is passionate about understanding each client’s unique story. Joan attended Berkley College of Business. She is lives in Dumont with her husband and two daughters.
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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.

Financial Wellness

Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
  • Reduce employee stress,
  • Improve retention and engagement, and
  • Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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10Investors 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.

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