The Cooper Network

We employ an innovative approach to planning and investing for a select group of individuals and families, with expertise to carry you from the wealth creation phase all the way through retirement. With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we have an intimate understanding of the complexities and challenges facing investors.  Our experience, knowledge, and resources bring pertinent insights to our clients so they can make their dreams a reality and leave a lasting legacy.
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Our investment process is designed to help you achieve your specific goals. Extreme market swings coupled with poorly allocated assets can create unacceptable portfolio volatility. Our goal is to apply strategies that reduce volatility while maximizing return potential within your risk parameters. These are highly personalized decisions that can only be decided upon with the close working relationship we provide. Our multi-step process ensures we fully understand your needs to help you pursue the outcomes you desire.
    ESTABLISH FINANCIAL OBJECTIVES

    Work with you to establish a realistic set of objectives based on:

    Your financial goals

    Time horizon

    Liquidity needs

    Tolerance to volatility and risk




    DEFINE INVESTMENT STRATEGY

    Develop an investment strategy designed to help produce optimal portfolio performance

    Seek to generate the highest return potential consistent with the strategy’s level of risk




    EVALUATE AND SELECT INVESTMENTS

    Leverage the global resources of Morgan Stanley to select investments to implement your personal strategy




    ONGOING REVIEW
    PROCESS

    Monitor your portfolio to track its performance relative to your stated objectives

    Modify the portfolio on a discretionary basis as your needs and circumstances change over time

      Experience

      With over 30 years of combined industry experience, we have a comprehensive understanding of stock option, pension, and retirement plans at established blue chip companies as well as emerging tech firms. This experience allows us to help our clients make smart decisions using goals-based wealth management; this includes cash flow management, hedging, monetization, and tax advantaged strategies for complex wealth situation

        Location

        555 California St, 35th
        Floor
        San Francisco, CA 94104
        US
        Direct:
        (415) 984-6500(415) 984-6500
        Toll-Free:
        (800) 289-9060(800) 289-9060

        Meet The Cooper Network

        About Andrew "Chip" Cooper

        Chip has been serving uncommonly successful professionals since 2004 and has been recognized as a member of Morgan Stanley’s President’s Council and Chairman’s Council. Chip has literally grown up in the financial services business as one of his first memories was attending a client event as a child with his father, uncle, and aunt who ran a successful financial services team.

        He holds the Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM®) designation, achieved after completing a rigorous program designed to advance an advisor’s knowledge in three vital areas: valuation analysis, portfolio construction and risk management. Chip is also a, Financial Planning Specialist, and a Portfolio Management Director. He holds a B.S. in Finance from the AB Freeman School of Business, Tulane University.

        Chip and his wife, who also works for Morgan Stanley, have two children. He is a statistics fanatic, avid baseball fan, physical fitness enthusiast, and golfer.
        Securities Agent: SC, OH, ID, CO, WI, OK, NV, NC, KY, NM, MD, IA, CT, CA, AZ, TX, TN, LA, DE, VA, NJ, MO, MN, WY, UT, OR, KS, SD, NY, MA, HI, FL, DC, PA, MT, MS, MI, AR, WA, IL, GA, AL, VT, RI, AK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
        NMLS#: 1270239
        CA Insurance License #: 0H08829

        About George W Kline

        George’s affinity for statistics and numbers led him to a career in financial services. He began his career as an associate at Barclays Global Investors (now BlackRock) before joining the team at Morgan Stanley in 2001. Today, George works with clients to provide solutions to all aspects of their wealth management needs.

        George is a Senior Portfolio Manager, and holds the Chartered Market Technician (CMT) certification.

        George is a graduate of Lewis & Clark College in Portland, OR. He was a director on the Lewis & Clark College Board of Alumni and was the Finance Committee Chair. He also serves on the Investment Committee for the endowment of Westover School in Middlebury, CT.

        George lives in Menlo Park, CA. He is a physical fitness enthusiast, and in his free time, he likes to read, ski, fly fish, and coach his children’s sports teams. George is actively involved with a number of charitable and volunteer organizations in his community.
        Securities Agent: SC, NH, AR, AK, LA, WA, MI, DC, CT, VA, NY, NV, MS, MO, VT, SD, MT, KS, ID, CA, AL, WI, PA, NM, MA, FL, OH, NJ, TX, MD, IA, WY, NC, IL, AZ, OR, OK, HI, GA, TN, MN, KY, DE, CO, UT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
        NMLS#: 1401664
        CA Insurance License #: 0M11261

        About Roger Barlow

        Roger is often the first point of contact with clients as he assists with account management and financial planning for clients.

        From a diverse background that includes working in the US Attorneys Office assisting with criminal prosecutions, Roger has put his planning and research skills to work in a different way for clients of The Cooper Network at Morgan Stanley.

        Roger holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) designation after completing coursework at the American College in Bryn Mawr, PA. He has also taken graduate-level tax courses at Golden Gate University. Roger holds a Bachelors degree from University of Oregon (with honors) and attended law school at Boston University.

        Roger is an Oregon native, is an avid reader, and he enjoys classical music.

        Phone: (415)984-6676

        Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP(R), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER(tm) and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
        *Disclaimer: This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice

        About Nicholas McCambridge

        Nicholas is typically behind the scenes, identifying investment opportunities as the trader and analyst for the team.

        He started his career as a Financial Advisor with Equitable. After transitioning to more of a Portfolio Management role, Nicholas joined The Cooper Network in 2023.

        Nicholas was born and raised in the Bay Area and attended the University of Oregon where he earned a degree in Finance with a minor in Economics. He has always had a love for the capital markets, and that passion for finance and helping others is what led him to the industry.

        Nicholas grew up in a competitive, sports driven family. You can find him in his spare time golfing, in the gym, spending time with family & friends or getting better at his craft.

        About Michael Maul

        Michael joined Morgan Stanley in 2021 and is a Registered Service Associate. In 2024, he joined The Cooper Network where he is responsible for producing performance reports, streamlining operations, and offering professional support to clients. Michael prides himself on strong client service skills through the blend of old-school grit and efficient communication.

        Michael is a Bay Area native, raised in the town of Danville and attended San Ramon Valley High School. Most of his weekends were spent playing competitive soccer and traveling all across California. He continued playing soccer into college and moved to the central coast to attend California State, Monterey Bay, where he graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration focusing in Marketing.

        Outside of work, Michael enjoys supporting local sport teams, hiking, snowboarding, and seeing live concerts.
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