

The Gio Group at Morgan Stanley

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About Us
We believe that every family that works with The Gio Group at Morgan Stanley deserves a comprehensive wealth management experience that includes:
- A Financial Plan that is updated and monitored on a regular basis.
- A thorough risk assesment to determine your comfort level and investment allocation.
- Access to industry-leading technology and tools that empower you to understand your financial picture.
Once we have a complete understanding of you and your family's goals, we'll design an investment portfolio to help you achieve them. Our team will review your insurance policies, estate plan, any liabilities and expenses and evaluate any potential factors that don't align with your needs. We'll cover your charitable giving objectives, family governance and business needs and determine if we can add value to any and all aspects of your financial life. Once we have a plan and an investment strategy in place, our team will monitor progress towards your financial goals and discuss how we can adjust as you and your family reaches major life milestones. Our team's experience in various fields within finance and the business landscape provides us with a unique perspective when solving the even the most complex financial roadblocks. Reach out to us by clicking the Contact Us link at the top of this page - we look forward to helping you reach your financial objectives.
- Wealth PlanningFootnote1
- Retirement PlanningFootnote2
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote3
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Life InsuranceFootnote4
- Long-term Care InsuranceFootnote5
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote6
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote7
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote8
- Divorce Financial AnalysisFootnote9
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote10
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote11
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Nazareth Farm West Virginia; Volunteer, Donor and Supporter
Marist High School; Donor and Supporter
University of Illinois Champaign Urbana; Donor and Supporter
Otis Wilson Charitable Association
Archdiocese of Chicago Metropolitan Tribunal; Field Advocate
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Meet The Gio Group
About Mark Giovanazzi
Mark is committed to an ongoing process that provides his clients with an exceptional service model that focuses on detailed assessments of their financial needs through a highly detailed planning process through ongoing management assuring his clients, no matter what level of assets which are entrusted to him; all clients will receive exemplary service.
To help Mark scale his business, he and his business partner Gulio Giometti founded the Gio Group at Morgan Stanley with a fundamental model of working closely with their clients on a consultative basis to help them achieve their current and future financial goals.
Mark holds a B.S. in Finance from DePaul University in Chicago as well as holds the designation of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC).
In 2017, Mark successfully completed a 500 mile religious pilgrimage referred to as the Camino de Santiago Frances.
On a more personal note, Mark and his wife Gayle reside in the southwestern suburbs of Chicago. He and Gayle have been married for over 37 years and have three adult children. Mark is also a very active member of the St. Jude Catholic Church in New Lenox and serves as an Extraordinary Minister at the same. He enjoys running, gardening, auto racing, cooking and culinary delights.
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About Gulio Giometti
In his professional career Gulio has led, managed as well as owned several diverse businesses globally which have allowed him to personally experience and practice the value of prudent financial management as well as other facets of business and life.
Years ago Gulio decided that Morgan Stanley would be the right fit for him to apply his global experiences to the financial services industry and subsequently has helped many clients by utilizing the firm’s vast knowledge and resource base.
More recently, Gulio and his business partner Mark Giovanazzi founded The Gio Group at Morgan Stanley. This team is focused on an enhanced, in-depth consultative approach to wealth management to help their clients achieve current and future financial goals.
Although helping his clients navigate their financial goals is his primary professional focus, Gulio also has helped provide financial literacy programs to children and young adults in the Chicago area through charitable organizations. Additionally, he has served as a Field Advocate for the Metropolitan Tribunal of the Archdiocese of Chicago.
Gulio’s formal education includes attending DePaul University where he majored in International Business Development.
On a personal note, Gulio strives to lead a balanced life and enjoys travelling, motorcycling, cooking and golfing. He and his wife Barbara and have been married for over 30 years and they have one daughter, Rachel who is working on her MBA and has embarked on her own life’s journey. Gulio and his family live in the suburbs of Chicago along with Rocco, their Boston Terrier.
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About Jordan Hoerter
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.
Jordan began his career in financial services in 2010 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to joining the firm, he was Vice President, Private Banker at Associated Bank.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.. Jordan donates his time with United Way, Emerging Leaders, Blessings in a Backpack and Junior Achievement.
When not in the office, Jordan enjoys running, snowboarding, traveling and spending time with his family.
About Andrew Ghimpeteanu
He earned his undergraduate degree from Bentley University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Andrew is originally from Atlanta, GA and currently resides in Alpharetta, GA.
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- Traditional Investments
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- Impact Investing
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- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
Business Planning
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Philanthropy
- Endowments
- Foundations
- Donor Advised Funds
- Impact Investing
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