The Pelkey Dannies Kelley Group

The Pelkey Dannies Kelley Group is a multigeneration team of seasoned Financial advisors. We work with sophisticated individual and institutional clients, guiding them in the creation, implementation, and monitoring of goals-based investment programs. When you work with us, you should expect proactive, unbiased advice that is coupled with an exceptional client service experience.
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OUR SUITE OF SERVICES

As your wealth grows, so does its complexities and the resources needed to manage it effectively. We leverage our experience and relationships to deliver innovative strategies that are tailored to your needs. We look forward to speaking with you to understand your challenges, so we may map out a strategy to help achieve your particular priorities and goals.
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    WEALTH PLANNING
    • Retirement Planning
    • Lifestyle Review
    • Budget & Cash Flow Analysis
    • Education Planning
    • Employer Benefits Analysis
    • Life Transition Planning
    • Divorce Financial Planning
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    PRIVATE BANKING
    • Cash Management
    • Liability Analysis
    • Home Loans
    • Securities-Based Lending
    •Tailored Lending
    • Digital Banking Tools
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    ESTATE PLANNING STRATEGIES WORKING WITH YOUR ATTORNEY
    • Asset Titling & Beneficiary Review
    • Wealth Transfer Strategies
    • Estate Tax Minimization Strategies
    • Legacy Planning
    • Philanthropy Services
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    INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
    • Risk Tolerance Assessment
    • Asset Allocation
    • Portfolio Construction & Management
    • Investment Manager Selection
    • Asset Location Analysis
    • Ongoing Investment Monitoring
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    TAX EFFICIENT STRATEGIES
    • Ongoing Investment Monitoring
    • Tax-Loss Harvesting
    • 1031 Exchanges
    • Exchange Funds

In The Press

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    Barron's "Top 1,200 Financial Advisors" 2009-2023
    Brian Pelkey and Jeff Dannies have been named by Barron's as one of the top Financial Advisors in the state of Vermont for more than ten consecutive years.

    Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State) Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2009-2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award..

Equity Planning for Executives, Employees, and Private Companies

Morgan Stanley Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation are financial advisors who receive focused training and education on company specific plans to service their clients’ needs. These designated advisors can help you determine how your equity compensation fits into your overall goals and financial strategy. Our team focuses on:

- Educating recipients of equity awards on their value and tax qualities
- Developing custom strategies to integrate equity compensation into broader financial plan
- Working with other advisors (ex. Accountant/CPA) to create option exercise strategies designed to potentially lower tax rates on sales and mitigate AMT tax
- Executing strategies in an effort to maximize the value of employer stock grants and employee stock purchase plans
- Working with Executives to put together 10b5-1 plans for employee trading
- Supporting private and public companies with their needs through various stages of their business
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    Morgan Stanley at Work
    Whether you’re a global corporation or a growing start-up, we understand your needs and offer tailored solutions and technology to help you work towards them.
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    Managing a Concentrated Position with an Exchange Fund
    We can help qualified investors unlock solutions that enable you to diversify in a tax-efficient way.
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    Private Markets Secondary Transaction Desk
    Companies are staying private longer, warranting the need for liquidity solutions. Through our Private Market Secondary Transaction Desk, qualified investors can gain access to a platform of buy and sell private market opportunities stemming from Morgan Stanley's ecosystem encompassing Companies, Wealth Management Clients, and Institutional Investors.
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    Executive Financial Services, Rule 144, 10b5-1 Trading Plans and More
    We can help you manage both your equity compensation and complex financial needs so you can focus on moving your company forward.
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    Liquidity Planning: IPO, Corporate Tenders, M&A Readiness
    We help companies access tailored solutions and support to navigate liquidity events and manage secondary transactions.
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    Equity Cap Table Management with Shareworks
    Simplify cap table management and provide a unified, real-time view for stakeholders with an intuitive digital solution.
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    409A Valuations at Every Stage of Growth
    With decades of experience and deep domain knowledge, our team provides thorough, data-driven 409A valuations designed to help you navigate your regulatory requirements with clarity.
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    Work & Money Learning Center
    Review information and resources designed to assist you in managing your financial priorities over time.

Location

105 West View Rd
5th Fl
Colchester, VT 05446
US
Direct:
(802) 652-6025(802) 652-6025

Meet The Pelkey Dannies Kelley Group

About Brian A Pelkey

Brian Pelkey is a seasoned Financial Advisor with Morgan Stanley, dedicated to helping clients achieve their financial goals and navigate the complexities of wealth management. With over 40 years of experience in the financial industry, Brian brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to his role.

Throughout his career, Brian has developed a deep understanding of investment strategies, retirement planning, and risk management. He is committed to providing personalized solutions tailored to each client's unique needs and aspirations. Whether working with individuals, families, or businesses, Brian takes a holistic approach to financial planning, helping ensure that virtually all aspects of a client's financial life are carefully considered.
Securities Agent: WV, RI, NY, NM, NH, MO, CA, AL, VA, MA, DC, CO, UT, OH, NC, IN, IA, WA, TX, TN, OK, KS, FL, CT, SC, ND, ME, ID, WI, NV, MD, DE, VT, PA, NE, OR, NJ, HI, MT, MN, IL, GA, AZ, MI; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 176131

About Jeff Dannies

For over four decades Jeff has designed and implemented wealth strategies for his clients by listening carefully to their goals, values, and aspirations.

A graduate of the University of Vermont with a Bachelor of Science in Finance, Jeff lives with his wife of 38 years, Kim, in Williston, VT where they raised their three daughters. Active in the community, Jeff is a board member of Hunger Free Vermont. Jeff and Kim’s passion is adventure travel. Along with visiting their far-flung children, they also enjoy cycling, skiing, and crossfit together.
Securities Agent: VA, TN, SC, OR, NJ, MI, WI, TX, RI, NE, IN, VT, UT, NV, NM, NC, OK, OH, MN, DE, DC, AL, HI, CO, CA, AZ, PA, NH, ID, MS, MD, MA, MO, IL, GA, CT, KS, FL, NY, MT, ME, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 176124

About Joe Kelley

Joe Kelley is a seasoned Financial Advisor with 44 years of experience at Morgan Stanley, providing financial guidance to individuals, corporations, trusts, and retirement plans. His focus is building and managing tailored individual portfolios to help clients define and meet their objectives. Joe collaborates closely with clients to coordinate retirement planning, estate planning and tax strategies alongside their attorneys and accountants. His extensive industry experience includes 15 years of office management and attendance at the Wharton School’s Advanced Advisor training.
Joe resides in Shoreham, Vermont, with his wife Deb. They have two adult children and two grandchildren. In his free time, Joe enjoys music, the violin, boating, pickleball, working on the land and vintage motorcycles.
Securities Agent: WV, SC, NM, NE, NC, IL, CA, VA, OR, OH, ME, ID, DE, CT, NV, GA, TN, PA, OK, MS, KS, HI, DC, AZ, MI, AL, VT, ND, MO, MD, MA, WI, NY, NH, FL, WA, RI, CO, TX, NJ, UT, MT, MN, IN; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1409330

About Nicholas Fukuda, CFP®

Nick is the Financial Planning Specialist for The Pelkey Dannies Kelley Group. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation awarded by the CFP Board of Standards and focuses on delivering family office services to clients.

Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2019, Nick spent three years working in politics representing various trade associations in a lobbying capacity. He also served as a congressional campaign manager for several State level candidates in Pennsylvania.

As an active community member, Nick currently serves on Chittenden County’s Special Olympics Management Committee and volunteers as an ice hockey coach for the Essex Sting.

Nick has a Master’s in Finance and Management from the University of St Andrews and a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science and Japanese from Dickinson College.

He lives in Essex Junction with his wife, Catherine, and their two daughters, Ginny and Gwen.
Securities Agent: CO, WV, OH, NM, MT, CA, AZ, NY, NH, MI, MA, GA, DE, DC, TN, ND, MN, NC, MO, IN, ID, OR, NE, WY, WI, VT, HI, TX, NV, MD, IL, FL, AL, WA, VA, NJ, ME, SC, RI, PA, OK, KS, CT, UT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1913297

About Meg Pelkey

I have been in the financial industry for the past 5 years working with a team with over 40 years of experience. We focus on helping individual investors and small business owners with various aspects of their finances.

We use a disciplined client process that focuses on you, your family and your financial future. We work closely with you to create a customized financial plan that covers virtually all of your financial needs and concerns. This starts with a comprehensive overview of your financial goals. We then implement our strategy and continuously monitor and adjust as needed.

Morgan Stanley offers a wide variety of modern wealth management products and services we incorporate into our everyday client experience.
We enjoy helping our clients like you achieve financial success.
Securities Agent: OK, MO, GA, WV, KS, FL, CT, VT, CA, TN, ND, IL, DC, AZ, PA, NE, NC, MI, NM, NJ, MD, DE, VA, RI, NY, MT, MA, AL, NV, NH, ME, IN, ID, HI, WI, TX, OR, OH, MN, CO, WA, UT, IA, SC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2109159

About Julie DeSpirito

Julie DeSpirito is a Senior Registered Client Service Associate. She began her career in 1996 and has remained a dedicated employee of our branch for over 25 years. With over two decades of experience in the financial services industry, Julie is an integral part of our client service experience.

Julie works closely with clients on administrative and operational needs. She helps ensure client requests are met with efficiency, knowledge, and extreme attention to detail. Her level of care and professionalism helps deliver a top-notch client service experience.

About Grady Wimble

With nearly a decade of experience in the financial services industry, Grady brings a strong service-oriented approach to our wealth management team. Grady works closely with advisors and clients to support portfolio management and planning efforts, helping ensure a smooth and efficient experience. His focus is centered around building and maintaining client relationships with trust, coordination, and clear communication to support advisors in delivering thoughtful financial guidance. Originally from Vermont, Grady holds his series 7 and series 66 licenses and has a Bachelor of Science in management. Grady brings a steady, relationship driven approach to each workday.

Awards and Recognition

Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State
2009-2023 Barron's Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State (formerly referred to as Barron's Top 1,000 Financial Advisors: State-by-State) Source: Barrons.com (Awarded 2009-2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
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Equity Compensation

Helping you make the most of your equity awards and better understand how it may fit into your larger financial picture – today and tomorrow.

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  • Option expirations
  • Restricted stock units
  • Tax implications

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.
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