About Giancarlo Barone
Giancarlo is an experienced Investment Consultant specializing in helping clients achieve their financial goals through tailored investment strategies. At the Grand Central Group, he analyzes client needs and recommends both traditional and alternative investments, ensuring diversified portfolios that align with each client’s objectives.
Before joining the Grand Central Group, Giancarlo served as the Alternative Investments Specialist at Merrill Lynch, covering New Jersey and parts of New York City. In this role, he gained deep expertise in alternative investments, helping clients integrate these assets effectively into their portfolios. Prior to this, Giancarlo worked as a Client Associate on a wealth management team in New York City, where he supported portfolio management and specialized in the alternative investments platform.
Giancarlo holds several industry certifications, including his SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 FINRA registrations, as well as the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS) designation. He also holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation from the Booth School of Business at the University of Chicago.
A native of New Jersey, Giancarlo is an active board member of the Seton Hall Prep Alumni Association. He graduated from Elon University with a Bachelor’s Degree in Finance and a Minor in Italian Studies. Outside of his professional life, Giancarlo is deeply involved in his community and enjoys an active lifestyle. He is a member of The Campfire Club of America, The New York Athletic Club, The Columbus Citizens Foundation, and Forest Hill Field Club. In his leisure time, Giancarlo enjoys golfing, fishing, and spending time outdoors.
Giancarlo.Barone@morganstanley.com
(212) 603-6133
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