The Crane Group at Morgan Stanley

With over 43 years of experience in the financial services industry, Stephen F. Crane brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to help clients navigate their financial journeys. His career began at Continental Bank, where he honed his skills in the Trust and Bond Departments. He later served as a Bank Officer at Glenview State Bank before transitioning to wealth management in 1982 as a Financial Advisor with Smith Barney, a predecessor of Morgan Stanley.

Steve holds a Bachelor of Science in Business form the University of Illinois at Chicago and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University.

Mark O’Donnell has dedicated over 26 years to providing clients with thoughtful financial planning and investment guidance. His expertise is backed by prestigious credentials including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CFP^® certification from Northwestern University and the Certified Investment Management Analyst, CIMA^® designation from the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania.

Mark earned his Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Dayton and maintains securities licenses across all 50 states, enabling him to serve clients nationwide with tailored wealth management solutions.

With over four decades of experience in the financial industry, Patti is deeply committed to providing personalized and thoughtful guidance to help clients achieve their lifelong goals. As a Senior Portfolio Manager and Financial Planning Specialist at Morgan Stanley, she takes pride in building meaningful relationships and crafting tailored strategies for both near term priorities and long-term aspirations. Leveraging Morgan Stanley’s comprehensive resources, private banking, and estate planning strategy, Patti helps ensure her clients feel confident and empowered at every step.

A graduate of the University of Illinois at Chicago, Patti holds Series 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses, along with insurance certifications, reflecting her dedication to professional excellence.

Outside the office, Patti actively supports her community through volunteer work with several charitable organizations, having previously served as president of her church board. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, cooking, and hosting gatherings with loved ones, alongside outdoor adventures like biking and swimming with her husband.



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Alex Georgelos is a Financial Advisor with The Crane Group at Morgan Stanley, where he has cultivated his expertise since beginning his career with the firm in 2014. His progression from intern to Part Time Client Service Associate within five months of his internship demonstrated early promise, leading to his full-time role as a Consulting Group Analyst upon earning his Bachelor of Science in Business with a concentration in Finance at DePaul University.

After four years of developing comprehensive financial knowledge in his analyst position, Alex advanced to Financial Advisor in 2020. His career trajectory within a single institution reflects both his dedication to client service and his deep understanding of Morgan Stanley’s wealth management approach.

Andrew has been with The Crane Group since January 2020 and joined Morgan Stanley in January 2018 as a Registered Associate. He has over 6 years of experience in Financial Services. Andrew has a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration, with an emphasis on Finance, from DePaul University and is a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA^®) Level II candidate.

Debbie has more than 41 years of experience, all with Morgan Stanley and a predecessor company, Smith Barney. She has worked together with Steve Crane since the late 1980s. Debbie has extensive knowledge of our clients’ unique situations and needs, bringing a personal touch to every engagement. As a former teacher, she is patient, caring and understands the art of listening. Debbie holds a Bachelor’s degree in Education from the University of Denver.

Micah Clark joined Morgan Stanley in 2019 where he has worked in various operational roles. These roles included reception, processing in the operations department, and back-up support for various financial advisors. Micah is responsible for handling all the day to day needs of our clients. He loves to develop a relationship with each client and deliver them world class service.

Micah has earned his Bachelor of Arts in Music Performance from Columbia College Chicago. In his free time, Micah enjoys writing orchestral arrangements, playing guitar, and building computers.