The Elm Street Group at Morgan Stanley

Mike Shearin began his financial services career in 1992. Over the years, he has helped clients navigate the many complexities associated with personal finances.  Mike believes that the importance of a planned solution to helping clients achieve their goals never fades and such a blueprint ensures families adapt effectively to changing economic and market conditions, tax policy changes and other variables impacting their financial life.  Professional success for Mike is measured in terms of client well-being and goal achievement. 

As a founding partner of the Elm Street Group, Mike directs the Investment Management for the team. He leads the team with a focus on discipline and process, innate skills reinforced during his college years at the United States Military Academy at West Point and ensuing military service. Mike is a Certified Financial Planner ^® , an Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor ™, and has earned a Master’s of Science degree in Personal Financial Planning.

Away from work, Mike enjoys time spent with his wife Patty and their two sons Brendon and Sam.  Sports activities, adventure travel, movies & restaurants are among his favorite family undertakings.  Living on a small farm gets him outside where he enjoys being most.  When not fixing fences, tending gardens or caring for animals, Mike likes to hike, fish or sit by a fire.  He spends considerable time as a community volunteer involved with land conservation & environmental protection, food pantries and local church building and grounds maintenance.

Betsy Bowen is a Certified Financial Planner^® and Morgan Stanley accredited Family Wealth Advisor with over 35 years of experience in the financial services industry. She is a founding partner of The Elm Street Group, where she directs relationship management and oversees team operations. Betsy’s passion for exceptional service has her working closely with the group’s staff to keep the team committed to providing clients with proactive, personalized and meaningful service.

Driven by her disciplined talents Betsy is enthusiastic to educate clients and stives to enable them to succeed financially. She is a dedicated advocate for families needing assistance that can bring order and simplicity to personal finances. She was recognized by Forbes as a Top Women Advisor from 2020-2024 and as a Best-in-State Wealth Advisor from 2022-2024.

Outside of the office, Betsy enjoys exercise, outdoor activities, and travel with her husband David. Betsy’s roots on Cape Cod draw her home often where she connects with family and friends. Betsy’s interest in client education make her a tireless educator who is committed to helping others improve their financial literacy.


2020-2023 Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors & Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In- State (formerly referred to as Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors, Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors)

Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2020-2023). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in Sept of year prior to the issuance of the award.

Seth McNally is a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC^®) with 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. He specializes in helping clients carefully plan their financial future, taking into account rapidly changing generational norms and the personal financial impacts associated with evolving trends.

Seth is passionate about building long-term relationships with his clients based on mutual trust and respect. He strives to be a lifelong partner, helping them to achieve their retirement lifestyle and legacy goals through on-going communication and advice.

In 2019, Seth joined The Elm Street Group, where he leads a team effort to deliver personalized wealth management services to local clients. He is also active in the community, volunteering with the NH Seacoast Greenway Alliance, Hampton Harbor Bridge Advisory Committee, and various youth and adult sports programs.

Away from work, Seth enjoys spending time with his wife, Valerie, and their two children. They love to experience all that living on the New Hampshire Seacoast has to offer, including the close proximity to mountains, gardening, sports, and outdoor recreation.

Contact Seth today to learn more about how he can help you achieve your financial goals.

Dan joined the Elm Street Group at Morgan Stanley in 2020 after 7 years as an Analyst within the Client Service Group at Wellington Management, a Boston-based asset management company. While his focus as a Financial Advisor on The Elm Street Group is on providing a higher level of investment management services, Dan has a passion for learning and believes in a multi-disciplinary approach to investing.

Dan is responsible for the creation, implementation, and oversight of the team’s investment capabilities. Dan has experience in both public and private market investing and believes in the power of a customized, goals-based investment strategy, curated for each client’s unique financial goals and life circumstances.

Dan is a graduate of UMASS Boston with a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting and Business Management. He is a CFA^® Charterholder and holds a Series 7 & 66 securities licenses.

A native of Manchester, NH, Dan and his wife met in Boston and moved back to his hometown in 2019 to plant their roots. In his free time, Dan enjoys sports and fitness activities, TV & film, and reading about a variety of subjects. However, the activity he looks forward to the most is spending time with his wife and trying to keep up with their two young boys at home.

Originally born in the picturesque state of New Hampshire, Ileana Ille is thrilled to be returning to her roots and serving her community with The Elm Street Group. With six years of experience in the financial services industry, she brings a wealth of knowledge and energy to her role as a dedicated Financial Advisor and Morgan Stanley accredited Financial Planning Specialist. She has a passion for helping clients achieve their goals and is equally excited to be deepening her expertise and learning skills.

While pursuing her career in finance, Ileana also leads a dynamic life. She is a recording artist and singer. Her creative background has instilled in her a unique perspective and an ability to think outside the box when it comes to holistic wealth management strategies. Additionally, she competed as a collegiate athlete where she honed her values of servant leadership, dedication, discipline, teamwork and collaboration. These traits have carried over into her career, where she strives to provide the highest level of service, guidance, and effort to her team and clients.

During her tenure in wealth management, Ileana has co-authored leadership models and strategic planning initiatives that have been utilized in the financial services industry and Federal agencies. At Morgan Stanley, she was named 2022 Impact Player of the Year and 2021 Emerging Star of the Year in her respective markets, along with being nominated by her leadership team as a 2022 Global Well-being Influencer recognizing her contributions to the financial industry. With the blend of her financial experience, creative background, and competitive drive, Ileana is committed to helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of personal finance and achieve long-term success with holistic personalized strategies tailored to each client's unique needs and aspirations.

Michael Bronson is a Financial Advisor at The Elm Street Group with over 6 years of experience in the financial services industry. He is passionate about helping others achieve their financial goals through sustainable decision-making. He combines his understanding of historical trends and innovative dynamics of the present to inform his clients' financial plans. He is also skilled at understanding and applying the needs of a diverse generation.

Michael graduated magna cum laude from Northeastern University with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, a concentration in Finance, and a Minor in Business Analytics. He obtained his Financial Planning Specialist designation in July 2023. He strives to cultivate meaningful relationships with his clients through proactive planning and transparency. He is a strong communicator and is committed to helping his clients understand their financial options and to make informed decisions.

Outside of work, Michael enjoys spending time with his partner Alyson and dog Jax, playing trivia with his mother, golfing with his father, and doing puzzles with his grandmother. He is also an active outdoorsman, volunteer coach, and member of basketball communities across the seacoast.

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A graduate of University of New Hampshire, Jill Loveren began her financial services career in 1998 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2012.  Working with the Elm Street Group since 2016, Jill is often the one pleasantly greeting those that call the office.  She is a securities licensed associate with a firm grasp on the many complex financial issues clients confront daily. 

Outside of the office, Jill enjoys time spent with her husband Tom and son Tyler.  She enjoys cooking, entertaining and reading when not otherwise chasing after her son.

A graduate of St. Bonaventure University, in New York, Laura has worked in the financial services industry since 1998.  She joined Morgan Stanley in 2003 working in various roles leading to her responsibility as the Business Service Manager for the offices in Manchester, Gilford, Portsmouth and Lebanon.  She joined The Elm Street Group in 2017 as a Senior Registered Associate. 

In her free time, Laura spends a lot of time outdoors.  After the enriching experience of hiking the 2158 mile Appalachian Trail in 1995, she continues to wander other long distance trails and mountains throughout the US and the Alps, finding a satisfying place year round to cultivate social relationships and recreational benefits.    She also nurses a life-long love for reading.

Trading in a New York City apartment for a house with a yard, Melissa Harrington joined The Elm Street Group in the fall of 2021. Her industry experience spans over 30 years starting with a small regional firm out of Boca Raton Florida, continuing in Chicago as a Regional Director for Northern Trust and more recently in New York City where she joined Morgan Stanley in 2010. Prior to relocating to the Granite State in 2020, Melissa was an instrumental part of an accomplished Fixed Income team serving clients nationwide. She attended High Point College in High Point North Carolina majoring in Economics.

Her “Keep Manhattan, Just Give Me That Countryside” attitude worked in favor of The Elm Street Group team in 2021 providing an opportunity to welcome an experienced and talented financial professional to the team. As a Senior Registered Associate and Portfolio Associate, Melissa will work closely Financial Advisors in serving clients in an operational and administrative capacity.

Outside the office, Melissa enjoys spending time with her husband Jay and their golden retriever Millie exploring all that New Hampshire has to offer as new homeowners in the Granite state.

Stacey Girard is an financial services professional with over 20 years in client service, relationship management, and risk management. She is passionate about providing exceptional customer experiences and has a proven track record of success.

Stacey's career began at Fidelity Investments, where she held a variety of positions, including Regional Supervisory Consultant, High Net Worth Case Manager, Private Client Group Relationship Manager, and Senior Financial Specialist. In these roles, she was responsible for providing high-quality customer service, managing risk, and developing relationships with clients.

In addition to her experience in wealth management, Stacey is also an excellent communicator and relationship builder. She is able to build rapport with clients quickly and easily, and she is always willing to go the extra mile to help them achieve their financial goals. She is a highly motivated and results-oriented professional with a passion for providing exceptional customer service and attention to detail.

Outside of work, Stacey enjoys spending time with her husband Drew and can often be found outside playing with her two standard poodles, Cinnamon and Maddi, doing yardwork and just enjoying the outdoors.