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Direct:
(608) 829-2882(608) 829-2882
Toll-Free:
(800) 776-7797(800) 776-7797

Our Mission Statement
We believe wealth planning with a personal touch can help clients face the issues of today and stay on track for tomorrow. We make this belief a reality by putting clients first, leading with exceptional ideas, doing the right thing, and giving back.
Our Story
Wealth Planning with a Personal Touch
The individuals and families we serve are an exceptional group of people. Some are entrepreneurs who have built substantial businesses. Others have pieced together successful corporate careers. Virtually all have achieved financial success and need help in developing a plan to preserve, enhance and ultimately pass along their wealth. Our job is to help them develop highly customized strategies designed to reach their specific goals.
These are uncertain times, and you probably have questions and concerns about what kind of lifestyle you will be able to afford in retirement. You may be focused on supporting charitable organizations, or pursuing any number of other important life goals. We can help you understand the issues and create a plan to help address them.
We have the experience and the commitment to delivering outstanding, personalized service. We also have the global resources of Morgan Stanley at our disposal, helping us provide you with sound financial advice, integrated solutions and actionable intelligence across all the world’s major markets.
The individuals and families we serve are an exceptional group of people. Some are entrepreneurs who have built substantial businesses. Others have pieced together successful corporate careers. Virtually all have achieved financial success and need help in developing a plan to preserve, enhance and ultimately pass along their wealth. Our job is to help them develop highly customized strategies designed to reach their specific goals.
These are uncertain times, and you probably have questions and concerns about what kind of lifestyle you will be able to afford in retirement. You may be focused on supporting charitable organizations, or pursuing any number of other important life goals. We can help you understand the issues and create a plan to help address them.
We have the experience and the commitment to delivering outstanding, personalized service. We also have the global resources of Morgan Stanley at our disposal, helping us provide you with sound financial advice, integrated solutions and actionable intelligence across all the world’s major markets.
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Location
8215 Greenway Blvd
Ste 400
Middleton, WI 53562
US
Direct:
(608) 829-2882(608) 829-2882
Toll-Free:
(800) 776-7797(800) 776-7797
Meet The Forward Group
About Benjamin Wierwill
A member of the team since 2006, Ben concentrates on helping individuals, families, and small business owners proactively navigate the four lifecycles of wealth management: Accumulation, Protection, Distribution (During Life), and Distribution (After Death). Ben is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional, a certification that comes with extensive training in financial planning, estate planning, insurance, investments, taxes, employee benefits and retirement planning strategies.
Ben focuses on helping clients reduce the stress and confusion that often is associated with wealth management. He starts by keeping things simple, having thoughtful discussions, and following the Golden Rule with clients - treat people the way you want to be treated.
A lifetime resident of the Madison area, Ben holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was also a recipient of In Business Magazines 40 Under 40 - a publication that recognizes individuals who excel both in their industry and community.
Ben is a lifelong golfer and enjoys exploring the backroads & Singletrack of Wisconsin on his Trek Bicycles. In the winter he transitions to fat tire biking and snowboarding - the mountains “out west” are a special peaceful place for him. Throughout the year Ben and his family can also be found at Wisconsin Badger sporting events as well as consistently attending their local church - a core part of their life.
Ben focuses on helping clients reduce the stress and confusion that often is associated with wealth management. He starts by keeping things simple, having thoughtful discussions, and following the Golden Rule with clients - treat people the way you want to be treated.
A lifetime resident of the Madison area, Ben holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He was also a recipient of In Business Magazines 40 Under 40 - a publication that recognizes individuals who excel both in their industry and community.
Ben is a lifelong golfer and enjoys exploring the backroads & Singletrack of Wisconsin on his Trek Bicycles. In the winter he transitions to fat tire biking and snowboarding - the mountains “out west” are a special peaceful place for him. Throughout the year Ben and his family can also be found at Wisconsin Badger sporting events as well as consistently attending their local church - a core part of their life.
Securities Agent: NM, KS, SC, HI, MA, IL, NH, MO, IA, FL, WY, WA, VA, UT, PA, NJ, CA, AZ, WI, TN, RI, OR, OH, MD, DC, SD, KY, IN, DE, CO, TX, OK, NC, MI, NY, NV, MN, ID, GA, AR, WV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1994040
NMLS#: 1994040
About Sean Finley
Sean joined Morgan Stanley in 2013 and began his career in Chicago with the Morgan Stanley Client Advisory Center. Since returning to Madison, he has focused his efforts on financial planning, equity research and impact investing.
Sean was a Finance Major and graduate of the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. In 2019, Forbes named Sean to the “Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors” list, in 2018 to the “Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor” list, in in 2025 to their of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors. Morgan Stanley has honored Sean in their “Pacesetters Club (2019, 2018 and 2017).”
He is proud to be a third generation financial advisor and credits his Grandfather, John Steffen, as being his first mentor. A Madison native, Sean loves sports, especially skiing and golf. He enjoys cheering on his Big Ten favorites, the Hawkeyes and Badgers! Sean is married to a Middleton Kindergarten teacher, Danielle. They love spending time with their son, Beckham, daughter, Palmer, and Goldendoodle, Saylor.
2018-2019 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 (Awarded 2018 &2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2025 Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors and Best-In- State Wealth Advisors rankings awarded in 2025. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) for the period from 6/30/23-6/30/24.
Sean was a Finance Major and graduate of the Tippie College of Business at the University of Iowa. In 2019, Forbes named Sean to the “Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisors” list, in 2018 to the “Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor” list, in in 2025 to their of Best-In-State Wealth Advisors. Morgan Stanley has honored Sean in their “Pacesetters Club (2019, 2018 and 2017).”
He is proud to be a third generation financial advisor and credits his Grandfather, John Steffen, as being his first mentor. A Madison native, Sean loves sports, especially skiing and golf. He enjoys cheering on his Big Ten favorites, the Hawkeyes and Badgers! Sean is married to a Middleton Kindergarten teacher, Danielle. They love spending time with their son, Beckham, daughter, Palmer, and Goldendoodle, Saylor.
2018-2019 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 (Awarded 2018 &2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2025 Forbes America’s Top Wealth Advisors and Best-In- State Wealth Advisors rankings awarded in 2025. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) for the period from 6/30/23-6/30/24.
Securities Agent: NJ, ID, NY, AZ, WY, PA, CA, OR, NV, KY, IA, AR, NH, SD, FL, SC, GA, WV, UT, NC, KS, MD, TX, NM, MO, MA, IN, IL, WI, OK, HI, TN, RI, MN, MI, DE, DC, CO, WA, VA, OH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1288308
NMLS#: 1288308
About Elizabeth Gawronski
Elizabeth is proud to be a third generation Financial Advisor - the “apple doesn’t fall far from the tree.” Like her brother, Sean Finley, she too credits her Grandfather, John Steffen, with being a positive influence in her business and personal life. She has grown up in the business with both parents being founding team members of The Forward Group.
Elizabeth began her career in Chicago, working as an advertising investment advisor in the social media analytics industry. Her focus on the technology sector has provided her with a unique experience working directly with Google, Facebook and Instagram. She is a wonderful addition to our team as she expands our services to clients.
Elizabeth graduated with a Business degree from The University of St. Thomas in the Twin Cities. In addition, she spent a semester studying International Business in Rome, Italy. She is Series 7 and Series 66 licensed. Elizabeth is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, a certification that comes with extensive training in financial planning, estate planning, insurance, investments, taxes, employee benefits and retirement planning strategies. Morgan Stanley has honored Elizabeth in their “Pacesetters Club (2022 and 2023).”
Elizabeth and her husband, Kevin, live in the Madison area and recently welcomed a daughter, Charlotte Joy. In addition to spending time with family, she enjoys biking on her Peloton, traveling, cooking, and reading.
Elizabeth began her career in Chicago, working as an advertising investment advisor in the social media analytics industry. Her focus on the technology sector has provided her with a unique experience working directly with Google, Facebook and Instagram. She is a wonderful addition to our team as she expands our services to clients.
Elizabeth graduated with a Business degree from The University of St. Thomas in the Twin Cities. In addition, she spent a semester studying International Business in Rome, Italy. She is Series 7 and Series 66 licensed. Elizabeth is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional, a certification that comes with extensive training in financial planning, estate planning, insurance, investments, taxes, employee benefits and retirement planning strategies. Morgan Stanley has honored Elizabeth in their “Pacesetters Club (2022 and 2023).”
Elizabeth and her husband, Kevin, live in the Madison area and recently welcomed a daughter, Charlotte Joy. In addition to spending time with family, she enjoys biking on her Peloton, traveling, cooking, and reading.
Securities Agent: MN, IN, DE, UT, SC, NC, MO, MI, HI, PA, OK, OH, MA, GA, AZ, AR, RI, MD, WI, SD, NV, KS, DC, OR, NJ, NH, ID, IA, FL, CA, WY, TX, VA, TN, KY, IL, CO, WA, NY, NM, WV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2069355
NMLS#: 2069355
About Joseph Weiss
Joe started his career in 2002 with Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor. His past experience as both a Financial Advisor and Business Service manager helps him be a superior resource for our clients. His knowledge of Morgan Stanley's resources and access is second to none.
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional, or CFP® professional, Joe focuses on financial, retirement, & estate planning strategies as well as, insurance, taxation planning strategies, and investment management.
Joe graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, earning a Bachelors Degree in Finance and Economics. He and his wife, Michelle, live in the Madison area with their two sons. Joe enjoys competing in triathlons, coaching his sons sports team, fishing at the family cottage in northern WI and watching Badger sports.
NMLS#2602456
As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER professional, or CFP® professional, Joe focuses on financial, retirement, & estate planning strategies as well as, insurance, taxation planning strategies, and investment management.
Joe graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh, earning a Bachelors Degree in Finance and Economics. He and his wife, Michelle, live in the Madison area with their two sons. Joe enjoys competing in triathlons, coaching his sons sports team, fishing at the family cottage in northern WI and watching Badger sports.
NMLS#2602456
Securities Agent: DE, NM, KS, IN, OH, MO, KY, UT, GA, WA, TX, SC, NH, MN, MD, DC, CO, AZ, TN, RI, PA, VA, NY, HI, CA, WY, WI, NJ, MA, IL, WV, OR, NC, IA, SD, OK, AR, NV, MI, ID, FL; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2602456
NMLS#: 2602456
About Darci Kruchten
Darci brings over thirty-four years of experience in financial services to help address a broad spectrum of customer service needs for clients of the Group. She has intimate knowledge of corporate processes and procedures, and is highly skilled at helping solve problems. Among her many duties, Darci works closely with our clients attorneys to coordinate our mutual efforts on estate and trust accounts.
Darci earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Rehabilitation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and holds her Series 7 and 65 licenses. She and her husband, George, live in Cross Plains and have three daughters. Darci also enjoys Badger hockey, yoga, and is an avid runner.
Darci earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Behavioral Rehabilitation from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, and holds her Series 7 and 65 licenses. She and her husband, George, live in Cross Plains and have three daughters. Darci also enjoys Badger hockey, yoga, and is an avid runner.
About Ann Peiss
Ann Peiss brings over 28 years of diverse work experience in the financial services industry to the service of the teams clients. Anne is responsible for the groups day-to-day administrative and operational activities and focuses on maintaining a high client service level. She is registered and holds her Series 7 and 63 licenses.
Ann has lived in the Madison area her entire life. She enjoys attending live concerts and traveling with family.
Ann has lived in the Madison area her entire life. She enjoys attending live concerts and traveling with family.
About Stephen Duhn
Stephen brings a passion for enhancing client relationships and helping people. He thrives at supporting client needs.
Stephen graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in personal finance and a certificate in Entrepreneurial Management in 2021. He passed the Series 7 and 66 in 2023. He helps deliver innovative and efficient solutions to a variety of opportunities. He focuses on utilizing Morgan Stanley’s breadth of technology and financial planning. Stephen's unique abilities help clients make the complex simple. He seeks to go “the extra step” and make things easy for clients.
Stephen’s local roots go back to the Mount Horeb and Cross Plains areas. There he developed interests in golf, camping, carpentry, and automobile mechanics. He has even built furniture for family and friends. When he’s not working with his hands he enjoys live music and is a proud WI sports fan - Badgers, Bucks, Packers, Brewers. Baseball is especially enjoyable for him and he has a life goal of visiting all the baseball stadiums in the country – he’s already a third of the way there.
Stephen graduated from the University of Wisconsin-Madison with a degree in personal finance and a certificate in Entrepreneurial Management in 2021. He passed the Series 7 and 66 in 2023. He helps deliver innovative and efficient solutions to a variety of opportunities. He focuses on utilizing Morgan Stanley’s breadth of technology and financial planning. Stephen's unique abilities help clients make the complex simple. He seeks to go “the extra step” and make things easy for clients.
Stephen’s local roots go back to the Mount Horeb and Cross Plains areas. There he developed interests in golf, camping, carpentry, and automobile mechanics. He has even built furniture for family and friends. When he’s not working with his hands he enjoys live music and is a proud WI sports fan - Badgers, Bucks, Packers, Brewers. Baseball is especially enjoyable for him and he has a life goal of visiting all the baseball stadiums in the country – he’s already a third of the way there.

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Tyson began his career in financial services in 2004, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2018. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a Business Development Manager and a Senior Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo’s Commercial Banking Services.
Tyson is a graduate of Illinois State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting, and Lake Forest Graduate School of Management where he received a Master of Business Administration. He and his family currently reside right outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Outside of the office, Tyson enjoys golfing, hunting, boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.
Senior Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Tyson began his career in financial services in 2004, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2018. Prior to joining the firm, he served as a Business Development Manager and a Senior Relationship Manager at Wells Fargo’s Commercial Banking Services.
Tyson is a graduate of Illinois State University where he received a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Accounting, and Lake Forest Graduate School of Management where he received a Master of Business Administration. He and his family currently reside right outside Milwaukee, Wisconsin. Outside of the office, Tyson enjoys golfing, hunting, boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.
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7The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
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1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
2Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
3Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
4Morgan Stanley offers a wide array of brokerage and advisory services to its clients, each of which may create a different type of relationship with different obligations to you. Please consult with your Financial Advisor to understand these differences or review our Understanding Your Brokerage and Investment Advisory Relationships brochure available at www.morganstanley.com/wealth-relationshipwithms/pdfs/understandingyourrelationship.pdf.
5Municipal bonds may not be appropriate for all investors. Income generated from an investment in a municipal bond is generally exempt from federal income taxes. Some income may be subject to state and local taxes and to the federal alternative minimum tax. Capital gains, if any, are subject to tax.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) and its Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors do not provide any tax/legal advice. Consult your own tax/legal advisor before making any tax or legal-related investment decisions.
6When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
7The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) aware investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because ESG criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
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The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ 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.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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