Our Story and Services

Early in our careers we were frequently approached by friends and co-workers for advice and guidance on many financial matters. Over time, we developed a passion for helping to keep clients on sound financial footing and on track in an effort to successfully achieve their long term goals.

We remain passionate and committed to this goal and we work hard to understand the personal goals, needs and dreams of each of our clients.

Over time, we have developed a passion for helping keep clients on sound financial footing and remain on track in an effort to successfully achieve their long term goals.
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Working With You

Our team uses a goals based approach which allows us to identify and implement appropriate solutions tailored to your goals, needs and risk tolerance. This approach can help to simplify your life and free up your time so that you can enjoy what is truly important to you. Our four steps include:
Understanding Your Goals and Needs
We understand everyone has different needs and goals. We have in-depth conversations with you to discuss your prior experiences, financial needs, and life goals in order to gain a better understanding of the levels and types or risk that are appropriate for your family's situation.
Analyzing Your Cash Flow Needs
By understanding your short term and long term cash flow needs, we will be better able to position the portfolio to help meet your needs and weather any investment climate, while managing portfolio risk more effectively.
Creating a Customized Solution
Once we understand your goals, needs, risk profile and cash flow needs we create a plan that outlines our strategies and investment process. This will act as our roadmap towards helping achieve your goals and allows us to take an agnostic approach to investing, using various investment vehicles and best in class managers across all asset classes.
Ongoing Monitoring and Review
We will monitor your portfolio and your progress towards achieving your goals. This is an ongoing process which allows us to adapt to changing market conditions as well as any changes in your family's situation.

Experience

Scott Gioffre
Morgan Stanley - January 2003 to Present
Managing Director
Senior Portfolio Management Director
Financial Planning Specialist
Palm Beach Gardens, FL
Vice President - Wealth Management
Financial Planning Specialist
Resident Manager
New Canaan, CT
Merrill Lynch - 1996 - 2003
Assistant Vice President
Resident Manager
Wilton, CT
JP Morgan & Co. - 1989 - 1996
Assistant Vice President
Head of Short-Term Fixed Income Marketing
New York, NY
Education:
Cornell University - Ithaca, NY
Bachelor of Science
Licenses and Designations:
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform State Exam
Series 65 - Investment Advisory Agent
Series 9 & 10 Branch Office Manager
Life & Health Insurance Licensed
Financial Planning Specialist Designation
Brenner LeCompte
Professional Experience:
Morgan Stanley - June 2019 to Present
Financial Advisor
Ridgefield, CT
Legg Mason - June 2015 to June 2019
Vice President
Global Head of Value Add
Stamford, CT
Morgan Stanley - August 2011 to June 2015
Financial Advisor
Ridgefield, CT
Education:
Fordham University – New York, NY
M.B.A. Finance
Pontifical University Regina Apostolorum – Rome, Italy
Bachelor of Philosophy
Licenses and Designations:
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform State Exam
Series 65 - Investment Advisory Agent
Life & Health Insurance Licensed
2019-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
  • Scott Gioffre Named one of Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2019-2024 for Connecticut

Location

3801 Pga Boulevard
Suite 700
Palm Beach Gardens, FL 33410
US
Direct:
(203) 894-3080(203) 894-3080
Toll-Free:
(800) 458-1157(800) 458-1157
90 Grove Street
Suite 204
Ridgefield, CT 06877
US
Direct:
(203) 894-3080(203) 894-3080

Meet The Gioffre Group

About B Scott Gioffre

Scott began his career at JP Morgan in their Corporate Finance and Investment Management Groups before joining Merrill Lynch as a Financial Advisor in their Private Client Group. Scott then joined Smith Barney where he served as Branch Manager and Financial Advisor in New Canaan, CT. Smith Barney ultimately merged with Morgan Stanley and Scott moved between the Westport, CT, Ridgefield, CT and ultimately Palm Beach Gardens, FL offices where he serves as a Managing Director and Financial Planning Specialist for the Gioffre Group in the Wealth Management Division. Scott resides in Jupiter, FL with his wife, Sarah and enjoys spending his free time with his three boys and playing golf, tennis, and pickleball.
Securities Agent: NJ, RI, UT, DE, NH, PA, CT, VA, SC, ME, LA, FL, CO, MA, OK, OH, NY, MD, GA, TX, NC, MO, MI, IL, CA, AZ; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 174485

About Brenner LeCompte, CFP®

I began my career at Morgan Stanley in 2011 after working several years in the nonprofit world. In 2015, after obtaining my M.B.A. from Fordham University and successfully graduating from the Morgan Stanley’s Financial Advisor Training Program, I pursued an opportunity in asset management. I returned to Morgan Stanley in Ridgefield CT in 2019 to join The Gioffre Group. I live in Stamford, CT with my wife Kristen and our four children, Mariella, Brenner, Juliette and Seraphina. In my free time I enjoy spending time with my family, participating in our Catholic Church community and working out.
Securities Agent: VA, NY, MD, NJ, MO, MA, AZ, GA, NC, CO, TX, NH, CA, MI, ME, IL, CT, PA, OK, LA, OH, SC, FL, RI, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1282621

About Andrea Pellicone

Andrea has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Andrea worked a numerous firms before joining Morgan Stanley, most recently as Chief Compliance Officer for Novick and Co. Financial Group in New Canaan, CT. Andrea has been with Morgan Stanley for over 10 years and responsible for client services, operational support, and overall team administration. Andrea holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Management from Central Connecticut State University. She is a Danbury native and currently lives their with her husband Tony and their son and daughter as well as rescue dog and two cats. In her free time, Andrea enjoys spending time with her family. On most weekends, Andrea can be found on the soccer, baseball, or football field cheering on her children.

About David Gould

David joined Morgan Stanley in May of 2018 and has more than 12 years in the Wealth Management industry. Located in the Ridgefield, CT office, David is responsible for client services and operational support. David is a Wealth Management Associate, holding his Series 7 and 66 and is a graduate of Central Connecticut State University. David enjoys spending his free time outdoors playing golf.
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office

Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

Discover how planning for required minimum distributions from retirement accounts can help you fund future needs and support loved ones.

Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

Global growth is likely to be around 3% in 2025 and 2026, as tariff and immigration policies begin to slow the U.S. economy late next year, and China's underperformance restrains emerging markets.

Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.

Retirement for Plan Sponsors

End-to-End Services, Made Simple:
We can provide the tools and guidance to help you manage a retirement plan.
  • Plan Evaluation
  • Investment Management
  • Plan Management Support
  • Plan Participant Education
State of the Workplace Study 2023
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State of the Workplace Study 2023

Explore Morgan Stanley at Work’s State of the Workplace III Financial Benefits Study results. Discover workforce challenges and how to stay competitive.

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.
The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce
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The Business Case for a Financially Resilient Workforce

In the face of turbulent markets, the word “resilience” may be top of mind. Broadly speaking, resilience is the ability to “bounce back” when encountering life’s inevitable challenges.
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1When 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.

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2Morgan 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.

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3Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.

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4Morgan 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.

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5When 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.

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6Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.

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7When 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 always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.

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8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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9Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.

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10Morgan 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.

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