James R Fucigna
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Corporate Client Group Director, Executive Financial Services Director, Family Wealth Director, Financial Wellness Director
Phone:
(617) 570-9514(617) 570-9514
The Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley
James R FucignaBrian J Schulz, CEP®Reza Niazi-Sai, CFP®Troy E. Rothmann, Sr.Arthur TzouganatosCedric Hankerson
Direct:
(617) 570-9564(617) 570-9564
Toll-Free:
(800) 235-1205(800) 235-1205
Our Mission Statement
Helping corporations, executives and employees maximize the value of their equity compensation plans.
Our Story
The Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley is focused on equity compensation – we work with corporations, executives and employees, to maximize the value of their equity compensation plans. We are one of just seven Morgan Stanley-designated Corporate Equity Solutions teams, which underscores the quality of our work in providing equity plan administration, executive services, employee education and wealth management solutions.
For more than 20 years, we have delivered the strategic vision, knowledge, customized solutions and day-to-day services companies and their employees need. Our team is made up of Financial Advisors and support professionals, each with a dedicated focus to supporting our clients. We are further supported by over 1500 Morgan Stanley at Work professionals giving us the bandwidth to work with clients of any size. And we are committed to delivering a consistent, proactive and personal service experience that our clients value and trust.
For more than 20 years, we have delivered the strategic vision, knowledge, customized solutions and day-to-day services companies and their employees need. Our team is made up of Financial Advisors and support professionals, each with a dedicated focus to supporting our clients. We are further supported by over 1500 Morgan Stanley at Work professionals giving us the bandwidth to work with clients of any size. And we are committed to delivering a consistent, proactive and personal service experience that our clients value and trust.
- 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21-3/31/22
- 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23
- 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
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Comprehensive Services for Companies and their Employees
As a corporate sponsor of an equity compensation plan, you are familiar with the administrative and management challenges related to plan administration. The Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley offers a complete spectrum of services for plan sponsors.
Stock Plan Services
Administering an equity compensation program is complex, time-consuming and highly specialized. Working with the Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley, plan sponsors can streamline operations, simplify reporting, and provide a seamless experience for executives and participants.
Our clients can choose from two global administration platforms – Shareworks and Equity Edge. Both deliver a robust set of tools for plan administrators and global stock plan participants.
Our clients can choose from two global administration platforms – Shareworks and Equity Edge. Both deliver a robust set of tools for plan administrators and global stock plan participants.
Executive Financial Services (EFS)
The Fucigna Group works with your team to address the complex regulations around executives trading company stock and helping them establish a clear and compliant path to liquidity including:
• Policies and best practices regarding pre-clearance, execution, post-trade reporting (Rule 144 and Section 16) and settlement.
• Legal and regulatory updates and commentary to ensure compliant transactions.
• Custom education programs enabling executives to understand their equity holdings, SEC rules, company policy and various paths to liquidity.
• Personal, 1:1 service, advice and thoughtful strategies for executives to manage their corporate equity including 10b5-1 Trading Plans, Rule 144 transactions, and gifting restricted securities.
Our EFS platform has been rated #1 in the industry league tables for over 16 years, and the firm continues to invest in technology and systems that streamline processes to ensure accurate, compliant and orderly transactions.
• Policies and best practices regarding pre-clearance, execution, post-trade reporting (Rule 144 and Section 16) and settlement.
• Legal and regulatory updates and commentary to ensure compliant transactions.
• Custom education programs enabling executives to understand their equity holdings, SEC rules, company policy and various paths to liquidity.
• Personal, 1:1 service, advice and thoughtful strategies for executives to manage their corporate equity including 10b5-1 Trading Plans, Rule 144 transactions, and gifting restricted securities.
Our EFS platform has been rated #1 in the industry league tables for over 16 years, and the firm continues to invest in technology and systems that streamline processes to ensure accurate, compliant and orderly transactions.
Financial Wellness
When employees thrive, companies thrive too.
Morgan Stanley Financial Wellness is designed to help all employees reduce their financial stress and empower them to plan, prepare for, and reach their financial goals.
Our financial wellness platform provides comprehensive solutions to each participant, tailored to their specific needs. Solutions range from a digital education portal to financial coaching, education assistance and comprehensive financial planning. We also provide complete wealth management solutions for executives (see Wealth Management tab).
Morgan Stanley Financial Wellness is designed to help all employees reduce their financial stress and empower them to plan, prepare for, and reach their financial goals.
Our financial wellness platform provides comprehensive solutions to each participant, tailored to their specific needs. Solutions range from a digital education portal to financial coaching, education assistance and comprehensive financial planning. We also provide complete wealth management solutions for executives (see Wealth Management tab).
Wealth Management and Equity Compensation: An Integrated Solution
The Fucigna Group provides comprehensive wealth management for executives and employees who receive equity awards. Our knowledge and experience with corporate equity plans enables us to provide advice on managing individual employee equity plans. Just as important, we provide advice on integrating this valuable benefit into a comprehensive, goal-based wealth management solution. This is a crucial benefit for anyone who receives significant compensation in the form of equity.
Our wealth management process is a collaborative approach that enables clients to create and capture untapped opportunity. We help clients identify and articulate their goals, then work with them to create new paths and opportunities to reach them. Our ability to execute a clear strategic vision helps maximize value while streamlining the wealth management process. What we provide is more than just a product or service – it’s a combination of expertise and vision built around a rigorous, comprehensive, intelligently executed plan. Our goal is to help clients discover new opportunities, firmly anchored in what matters, which helps them get where they want to go on their own terms.
Our wealth management process is a collaborative approach that enables clients to create and capture untapped opportunity. We help clients identify and articulate their goals, then work with them to create new paths and opportunities to reach them. Our ability to execute a clear strategic vision helps maximize value while streamlining the wealth management process. What we provide is more than just a product or service – it’s a combination of expertise and vision built around a rigorous, comprehensive, intelligently executed plan. Our goal is to help clients discover new opportunities, firmly anchored in what matters, which helps them get where they want to go on their own terms.
The Benefits of Working with the Fucigna Group
Clients choose to work with us for a variety of reasons. Here are some of the most common:
Benefits for Corporate Clients
- Focus on equity compensation – Our deep experience (20+ years) and expertise in equity plan administration allows us to deliver advice and insight that helps companies make informed decisions.
- Collaborative approach - We understand the dynamic nature of equity plan administration and partner with our corporate clients to develop flexible, scalable solutions.
- Technology - We offer two industry-leading platforms – choose from Shareworks and Equity Edge. We handle some of the most complex, globally diverse plans in the industry.
- Compliant, Thoughtful Executive Transactions - We work with companies to develop and streamline process to ensure transactions that comply with SEC and corporate policies. We provide individual executives proactive advice and 1:1 personal service to help them develop a thoughtful plan for managing their individual equity position.
- Improved Employee Experience - Through education, modern tools, guidance and proactive advice, we make sure employees realize the full potential of their individual equity compensation plan.
- The Resources of Morgan Stanley - Our comprehensive suite of workplace solutions, including Equity Compensation, Financial Wellness and Investment Solutions, helps employees and companies thrive.
- Personal Service - The Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley is committed to providing the highest level of personal service to plan administrators, executives and employees– this is our hallmark.
Benefits for Individual Clients
- Focus on Equity Compensation - We understand the intricacies of weaving this important benefit into an overall wealth management plan.
- Collaborative Approach - We center on our clients - listening to, understanding and proactively creating solutions they can trust to help meet their needs.
- Integration with Impact - We connect the right intellectual capital, services and technology to keep clients in the know on what’s at play and what’s coming next in order to create better outcomes.
- Vision - We bring excellence of creativity to see what doesn’t exist and then actively apply hard work and expertise to pursue it and create new value.
- Access - With the unmatched breadth and quality of Morgan Stanley’s insight and resources, we give our clients access that opens new doors.
- Simplicity - We believe in making sophisticated wealth management easy for our clients. Our knowledge and experience allows clients to live the life they choose.
Location
28 State Street
Fl
Boston, MA 02109
US
Direct:
(617) 570-9564(617) 570-9564
Toll-Free:
(800) 235-1205(800) 235-1205
Meet The Fucigna Group
Brian J Schulz, CEP®
Executive Director, Financial Advisor, Stock Plan Director, Financial Wellness Director
Phone:
(617) 570-9204(617) 570-9204
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Advisor, International Client Advisor, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Senior Portfolio Manager, Financial Planning Specialist, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(617) 570-9476(617) 570-9476
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(617) 570-9224(617) 570-9224
Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(203) 786-2131(203) 786-2131
David Natola
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-9231(617) 570-9231
Nancy Falco
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-9576(617) 570-9576
Jake Salamida
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-9498(617) 570-9498
Keith Kahaly
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-9233(617) 570-9233
Kaitlin Delaney
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-9206(617) 570-9206
Annie Sheehy
Wealth Management Associate
Phone:
(617) 570-2973(617) 570-2973
Aren Olsen
Wealth Management Analyst
Phone:
(617) 570-9406(617) 570-9406
Rob Heller
Vice President, Relationship Management
Phone:
(212) 276-7990(212) 276-7990
About James R Fucigna
James is the founder and principal of The Fucigna Group at Morgan Stanley.
With more than 40 years of experience as a financial advisor, James has significant experience helping companies administer their equity compensation plans. His focus is helping executives manage their individual equity plans and integrating this important benefit to a comprehensive wealth management plan. James is a regular speaker on Executive Trading at local and national meetings of the National Association of Stock Plan Professionals (NASPP).
James earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Connecticut. He holds the Family Wealth Director designation, which is earned by fewer than 4% of all Morgan Stanley advisors. He was recognized in 2012, 2018, 2019 and 2023 as one of America’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors by Barron’s Magazine and in 2015, 2018 and 2019 as a Financial Times Top 400 Broker-Dealer Advisor.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2012, 2018, 2019, 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 2012, 2018, 2019, 2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2015, 2018, 2019 Financial Times 400 Top Financial Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2015; data 9/30/13 - 9/30/14
Awarded 2018; data 6/30/15 - 6/30/17
Awarded 2019; data 6/30/15 - 6/30/18
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors by Forbes 2025. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Apr 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/23-6/30/24.
With more than 40 years of experience as a financial advisor, James has significant experience helping companies administer their equity compensation plans. His focus is helping executives manage their individual equity plans and integrating this important benefit to a comprehensive wealth management plan. James is a regular speaker on Executive Trading at local and national meetings of the National Association of Stock Plan Professionals (NASPP).
James earned a B.A. in Economics from the University of Connecticut. He holds the Family Wealth Director designation, which is earned by fewer than 4% of all Morgan Stanley advisors. He was recognized in 2012, 2018, 2019 and 2023 as one of America’s Top 1200 Financial Advisors by Barron’s Magazine and in 2015, 2018 and 2019 as a Financial Times Top 400 Broker-Dealer Advisor.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2012, 2018, 2019, 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 2012, 2018, 2019, 2023). Data compiled by Barron's based on 12-month period concluding in Sept of the year prior to the issuance of the award.
2015, 2018, 2019 Financial Times 400 Top Financial Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2015; data 9/30/13 - 9/30/14
Awarded 2018; data 6/30/15 - 6/30/17
Awarded 2019; data 6/30/15 - 6/30/18
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors by Forbes 2025. Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Apr 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/23-6/30/24.
Securities Agent: AR, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, AK, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, AL, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, AZ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 177276
NMLS#: 177276
About Brian J Schulz
Brian is a senior partner with The Fucigna Group. He delivers tailored solutions to help administrators, executives and employees maximize the value of their corporate equity plans. As a member of the Morgan Stanley at Work team, Brian partners with our corporate clients to create an end-to-end, responsive service model.
Brian has been with Morgan Stanley and its predecessor firms since 1998. As an active member of the NASPP Boston Chapter Board, he supports education and industry events for Stock Plan professionals throughout the region.
Brian earned his B.S. in Financial Management from Franklin Pierce University. He earned his CEP in 2013 – a designation that recognizes both knowledge and a commitment to excellence in the field of equity compensation.
Brian, his wife Kate and their three children live in North Reading, MA, where they are active in the community including the town’s Youth Soccer Association and local Food Pantry. He enjoys coaching youth soccer as well as skiing, boating, cycling and most important, spending time with his family.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Brian has been with Morgan Stanley and its predecessor firms since 1998. As an active member of the NASPP Boston Chapter Board, he supports education and industry events for Stock Plan professionals throughout the region.
Brian earned his B.S. in Financial Management from Franklin Pierce University. He earned his CEP in 2013 – a designation that recognizes both knowledge and a commitment to excellence in the field of equity compensation.
Brian, his wife Kate and their three children live in North Reading, MA, where they are active in the community including the town’s Youth Soccer Association and local Food Pantry. He enjoys coaching youth soccer as well as skiing, boating, cycling and most important, spending time with his family.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Securities Agent: WA, AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WI, WV, WY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 177275
NMLS#: 177275
About Reza Niazi-Sai
Reza is part of the wealth management team with the Fucigna Group, focusing on financial planning and personal wealth management. He works with clients to develop, execute and monitor a personalized wealth strategy, with an eye towards both future goals and tax efficiency.
Reza has more than 20 years of experience in financial services in a variety of roles. He was a financial consultant for Investment Services at Sovereign Bank, and also was on a team of asset management professionals at Mintz Levin Financial Advisors. Since rejoining Smith Barney (a predecessor firm) in 2007, Reza has been helping clients and families understand and manage equity compensation, prepare for retirement, and plan across multiple generations.
After graduating from Phillips Exeter Academy, Reza earned a B.S. in Economics from Boston University. From 2013-2022, he was recognized in Boston Magazine as a Five Star Wealth Manager. He was also president of Morgan Stanley’s Multicultural Society for two years.
Reza lives with his family in Newton, MA. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, spending time with friends, and visiting the beach.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2013-2022 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2013-2022) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Reza has more than 20 years of experience in financial services in a variety of roles. He was a financial consultant for Investment Services at Sovereign Bank, and also was on a team of asset management professionals at Mintz Levin Financial Advisors. Since rejoining Smith Barney (a predecessor firm) in 2007, Reza has been helping clients and families understand and manage equity compensation, prepare for retirement, and plan across multiple generations.
After graduating from Phillips Exeter Academy, Reza earned a B.S. in Economics from Boston University. From 2013-2022, he was recognized in Boston Magazine as a Five Star Wealth Manager. He was also president of Morgan Stanley’s Multicultural Society for two years.
Reza lives with his family in Newton, MA. In his free time, he enjoys skiing, spending time with friends, and visiting the beach.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2013-2022 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2013-2022) The award was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Five-Star Professional based on objective criteria. The award was not based on a specific time period.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Securities Agent: WV, VI, WY, WI, WA, VT, VA, UT, TX, TN, RI, OK, OR, PA, NM, NJ, NH, NE, ND, PR, MT, MO, ME, MI, MD, MS, MA, LA, SD, KS, SC, MN, IN, KY, ID, IA, IL, GA, DE, DC, FL, CT, CO, CA, HI, AZ, AR, NC, AL, AK, OH, NY, NV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1272726
NMLS#: 1272726
About Troy E. Rothmann, Sr.
Troy is part of the wealth management team with the Fucigna Group. He provides corporate executives with comprehensive financial advice and wealth planning particularly related to equity compensation.
Troy has more than 20 years of experience in wealth management and joined Morgan Stanley (and its predecessor firms) in 2003. The team believes that a financial decision is a process, not a transaction – through communication, proactive advice, and an overall wealth management strategy, Troy helps clients achieve their financial goals.
Troy grew up an "Army Brat" as the son of West Point-graduated Army officer. Through this lifestyle he learned, at a very early age, the value of discipline, organization, and diversity.
Troy believes that a balanced life is the key to happiness. He’s been married to his wife Carla, for 23 years. They are extremely proud of their three children. Troy and his family spend their spare time working out, gardening, and enjoying time with each other and their extended families.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Troy has more than 20 years of experience in wealth management and joined Morgan Stanley (and its predecessor firms) in 2003. The team believes that a financial decision is a process, not a transaction – through communication, proactive advice, and an overall wealth management strategy, Troy helps clients achieve their financial goals.
Troy grew up an "Army Brat" as the son of West Point-graduated Army officer. Through this lifestyle he learned, at a very early age, the value of discipline, organization, and diversity.
Troy believes that a balanced life is the key to happiness. He’s been married to his wife Carla, for 23 years. They are extremely proud of their three children. Troy and his family spend their spare time working out, gardening, and enjoying time with each other and their extended families.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Securities Agent: WY, WI, WA, VT, VA, UT, TX, SD, SC, RI, PR, PA, OR, OK, NY, NV, NM, NH, NE, ND, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, NC, GA, FL, DE, NJ, DC, CT, CO, OH, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK, WV, VI, TN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1391210
NMLS#: 1391210
About Arthur Tzouganatos
As part of the Fucigna Group’s wealth management team, Arthur works with corporate executives delivering comprehensive financial advice and wealth planning including integrating equity compensation into an overall financial plan.
Arthur has been providing financial advice to clients for more than 25 years and has been with Morgan Stanley (and its predecessor firms) since November of 2001. He shares the team’s belief that a financial decision is a process, not a transaction – Arthur helps clients focus where they are today and where they want to be in 5, 10 and 20 years. He then provides a comprehensive, integrated plan on how to get there.
Arthur earned a B.S. in Marketing and Finance from Babson College. He earned the Financial Planning Specialist (FPS) designation in 2005.
Arthur lives in Hopkinton, MA with his wife Julie and their three active daughters – the family enjoys playing and watching soccer. They love the outdoors, reading and most importantly spending quality time with family and friends.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Arthur has been providing financial advice to clients for more than 25 years and has been with Morgan Stanley (and its predecessor firms) since November of 2001. He shares the team’s belief that a financial decision is a process, not a transaction – Arthur helps clients focus where they are today and where they want to be in 5, 10 and 20 years. He then provides a comprehensive, integrated plan on how to get there.
Arthur earned a B.S. in Marketing and Finance from Babson College. He earned the Financial Planning Specialist (FPS) designation in 2005.
Arthur lives in Hopkinton, MA with his wife Julie and their three active daughters – the family enjoys playing and watching soccer. They love the outdoors, reading and most importantly spending quality time with family and friends.
2024,2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Securities Agent: MS, WV, SC, RI, VT, WY, WI, PA, LA, SD, TN, VI, VA, KY, UT, TX, WA, IA, NV, OR, OK, OH, PR, ME, NJ, NY, MD, AK, NC, MI, MN, MT, ND, NE, NM, KS, AR, MA, ID, AL, CO, FL, IN, GA, DE, DC, AZ, HI, CT, CA, IL, NH, MO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1272815
NMLS#: 1272815
About Cedric Hankerson
Cedric is a member of the wealth management team at the Fucigna Group. He leverages comprehensive financial planning and sophisticated investment management to help clients achieve their short, medium, and long-term goals. Cedric focuses on integrating equity management into an overall wealth management strategy.
Cedric joined Morgan Stanley in 2018, after working with hedge funds at Massachusetts Pension Reserve Investment Management.
He earned a B.S. in Finance and a Master’s Degree in Innovation from Boston University. He also co-captained BU’s Division 1 basketball team and played for the five years he attended school.
Cedric lives with his girlfriend and their puppy. He enjoys all sports, spending time with family and friends, dining out and is an avid movie buff.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Cedric joined Morgan Stanley in 2018, after working with hedge funds at Massachusetts Pension Reserve Investment Management.
He earned a B.S. in Finance and a Master’s Degree in Innovation from Boston University. He also co-captained BU’s Division 1 basketball team and played for the five years he attended school.
Cedric lives with his girlfriend and their puppy. He enjoys all sports, spending time with family and friends, dining out and is an avid movie buff.
2023-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (2023-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23-3/31/24
Securities Agent: PR, DE, VI, MI, CO, MN, OK, RI, SD, SC, UT, WY, WI, OR, WV, PA, KY, VT, WA, IA, ND, NE, NJ, TX, VA, NV, OH, ID, NM, TN, MS, IN, NY, IL, MA, NH, MO, ME, NC, MT, HI, MD, AZ, CA, LA, FL, KS, AK, AL, DC, GA, CT, AR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2109156
NMLS#: 2109156
About David Natola
David works with our clients to provide corporate stock plan relationship management, executive trading, and 10b5-1 plan coordination.
David has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the Fucigna Group in 2009, he worked at another large financial investment firm in Boston.
David earned a B.S. in Finance from Suffolk University.
He lives in Lynnfield, MA and is the father of a son and two daughters. In his spare time, David enjoys music, ice hockey, and spending time with his family.
David has more than 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the Fucigna Group in 2009, he worked at another large financial investment firm in Boston.
David earned a B.S. in Finance from Suffolk University.
He lives in Lynnfield, MA and is the father of a son and two daughters. In his spare time, David enjoys music, ice hockey, and spending time with his family.
About Nancy Falco
Nancy works with executives at our corporate clients, delivering concierge-level personal service and detailed professional analysis to help them navigate their equity compensation programs. She is particularly focused on diversifying concentrated stock positions through 10b5-1 plans and Rule 144 sales.
Nancy has more than 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its predecessor firms since May 2000. Her varied background includes roles as an Advisor Representative at State Street Bank and a Client Service Representative for Smith Barney.
Nancy earned a B.S. in Marketing from Babson College.
She lives in Hanover, MA with her husband and their three children. Nancy is an avid distance runner and has completed ten marathons across the country. She enjoys traveling, skiing, yoga and spending time with her family and their new puppy Rosie.
Nancy has more than 24 years of experience in the financial services industry. She has been with Morgan Stanley and its predecessor firms since May 2000. Her varied background includes roles as an Advisor Representative at State Street Bank and a Client Service Representative for Smith Barney.
Nancy earned a B.S. in Marketing from Babson College.
She lives in Hanover, MA with her husband and their three children. Nancy is an avid distance runner and has completed ten marathons across the country. She enjoys traveling, skiing, yoga and spending time with her family and their new puppy Rosie.
About Jake Salamida
Jake is the first point of contact for our stock plan services team. He facilitates money and share movement requests, accesses critical documents, assists clients with online access and answers client questions efficiently and accurately.
Jake had the unique challenge of joining the Fucigna Group during the COVID-19 pandemic, training and working with the team despite being fully remote. Despite that, the team enjoyed banner years through hard work, strong communication and a drive to exceed expectations.
Jake earned a degree in Sports Management from Springfield College, as well as an M.B.A. from Salem State University.
He enjoys sports, working out and going for walks with his two dogs. He enjoys reading, especially nonfiction about capital markets, world affairs, social change and American history.
Jake had the unique challenge of joining the Fucigna Group during the COVID-19 pandemic, training and working with the team despite being fully remote. Despite that, the team enjoyed banner years through hard work, strong communication and a drive to exceed expectations.
Jake earned a degree in Sports Management from Springfield College, as well as an M.B.A. from Salem State University.
He enjoys sports, working out and going for walks with his two dogs. He enjoys reading, especially nonfiction about capital markets, world affairs, social change and American history.
About Keith Kahaly
Keith provides ongoing communications and back-office service for stock plan participants. He helps them navigate their accounts so they can plan for and achieve their financial goals.
Keith’s career has always been dedicated to customer service with several companies, including Coca-Cola New England. His experience informs his attentiveness and commitment and helps him deliver seamless client interaction between request and execution.
Keith earned a B.A. in both Finance and Marketing from the University of Maine.
He lives in Norfolk, MA and hails from a family of four, including a twin brother. A former college rugby player, he enjoys sports, skiing, snowboarding and physical fitness.
Keith’s career has always been dedicated to customer service with several companies, including Coca-Cola New England. His experience informs his attentiveness and commitment and helps him deliver seamless client interaction between request and execution.
Keith earned a B.A. in both Finance and Marketing from the University of Maine.
He lives in Norfolk, MA and hails from a family of four, including a twin brother. A former college rugby player, he enjoys sports, skiing, snowboarding and physical fitness.
About Kaitlin Delaney
Kaitlin joined The Fucigna Group in October 2022 as a Client Service Associate. In addition to helping to maintain and strengthen client relationships, Kaitlin works with clients on all operational and administrative responsibilities.
Kaitlin graduated from the University of New Hampshire in the spring of 2022 where she earned a B.S in Finance. While attending UNH, she was a four-year member of the university Dance Team.
She grew up on Long Island, NY with her two siblings and now lives in the North End of Boston. She enjoys exploring the city, spending time with friends and family, exercising, and visiting the beach.
Kaitlin graduated from the University of New Hampshire in the spring of 2022 where she earned a B.S in Finance. While attending UNH, she was a four-year member of the university Dance Team.
She grew up on Long Island, NY with her two siblings and now lives in the North End of Boston. She enjoys exploring the city, spending time with friends and family, exercising, and visiting the beach.
About Annie Sheehy
Annie joined the Fucigna Group in March 2024 as a Wealth Management Associate. She assists with operational and administrative services and helps maintain and deepen client relationships.
Annie graduated from Marist College in 2020 with a B.S. in communications. While at Marist she was also part of the Division 1 lacrosse program.
Before starting with Morgan Stanley, Annie worked at Fidelity Investments as a Relationship Manager.
Annie grew up in Wilmot, NH and enjoys traveling, running, hiking and skiing.
Annie graduated from Marist College in 2020 with a B.S. in communications. While at Marist she was also part of the Division 1 lacrosse program.
Before starting with Morgan Stanley, Annie worked at Fidelity Investments as a Relationship Manager.
Annie grew up in Wilmot, NH and enjoys traveling, running, hiking and skiing.
About Aren Olsen
Aren graduated from Providence College in 2020 with a BS in Finance and Political Science, and began his career in 2020 with Fidelity Investments as a Client Relationship Advocate where he worked for a year before moving to Morgan Stanley.
Aren spent two and a half years as a Registered Associate before transitioning to the Fucigna team as a Wealth Management Analyst.
Aren enjoys travelling, trying new restaurants, hiking, fishing and spending as much time in nature as possible.
Aren spent two and a half years as a Registered Associate before transitioning to the Fucigna team as a Wealth Management Analyst.
Aren enjoys travelling, trying new restaurants, hiking, fishing and spending as much time in nature as possible.
About Rob Heller
Rob is responsible for managing corporate relationships for our stock plan clients. He has held a variety of roles within stock plan services and delivers that experience through creative solutions and ensures our corporate clients receive a high level of service they deserve.
Rob graduated from Towson University in 2017 where he earned a B.S. in Economics.
Rob lives in Hoboken, NJ with his girlfriend, Caitlin. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, staying active, and dining out.
Rob graduated from Towson University in 2017 where he earned a B.S. in Economics.
Rob lives in Hoboken, NJ with his girlfriend, Caitlin. He enjoys spending time with family and friends, sports, staying active, and dining out.
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For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
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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.
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.
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