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Delivering the experience, resources, and personalized service needed to help you preserve and grow your financial, family, and social capital for generations to come.
Welcome to The Island Group
Welcome to The Island Group at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management.
The Island Group is a deeply experienced, cohesive team of financial professionals with over 115 years of combined industry experience. Our clients are both domestic and international, wealthy families, ultra-high net worth individuals, foundations and public and private businesses. We apply our diverse talents to deliver on a common mission: To help you identify, plan for and achieve your financial goals.
We are dedicated to providing an extraordinary experience for our clients by delivering the power and scale of Morgan Stanley in the style of an elite, independent boutique office. We are proud to share that our team dynamic and collective commitment to providing our clients with high-quality service awarded us a ranking on the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list in both 2023 and 2024.
Our team appreciates that every client situation is unique. As such, we work tirelessly to understand each client’s financial profile, family dynamics and life goals so we can tailor their wealth solutions to help meet their personal and financial objectives.
We know our clients have worked hard to build their wealth. Our methodical and comprehensive approach helps optimize that hard work to have a long-lasting impact for future generations.
We look forward to learning more about you and your family, and to discussing how we can help you address your challenges and reach your goals.
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2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
The Island Group is a deeply experienced, cohesive team of financial professionals with over 115 years of combined industry experience. Our clients are both domestic and international, wealthy families, ultra-high net worth individuals, foundations and public and private businesses. We apply our diverse talents to deliver on a common mission: To help you identify, plan for and achieve your financial goals.
We are dedicated to providing an extraordinary experience for our clients by delivering the power and scale of Morgan Stanley in the style of an elite, independent boutique office. We are proud to share that our team dynamic and collective commitment to providing our clients with high-quality service awarded us a ranking on the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list in both 2023 and 2024.
Our team appreciates that every client situation is unique. As such, we work tirelessly to understand each client’s financial profile, family dynamics and life goals so we can tailor their wealth solutions to help meet their personal and financial objectives.
We know our clients have worked hard to build their wealth. Our methodical and comprehensive approach helps optimize that hard work to have a long-lasting impact for future generations.
We look forward to learning more about you and your family, and to discussing how we can help you address your challenges and reach your goals.
Disclaimer:
2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023, 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
- Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (January 2023) 2023 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking awarded in 2023. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) during the period from 3/31/21 – 3/31/22.
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Morgan Stanley International Wealth Management (IWM) harnesses the extensive capabilities of the firm to serve investors located outside the United States. Functioning as a specialized group within Morgan Stanley, IWM is staffed by specially trained International Client Advisors and managers who understand your wealth management needs. Our International Client Advisors are familiar with the investment challenges and opportunities that are unique to your part of the world, and can recommend highly customized strategies to help you address your specific goals.
Morgan Stanley International Wealth Management (IWM) harnesses the extensive capabilities of the firm to serve investors located outside the United States. Functioning as a specialized group within Morgan Stanley, IWM is staffed by specially trained International Client Advisors and managers who understand your wealth management needs. Our International Client Advisors are familiar with the investment challenges and opportunities that are unique to your part of the world, and can recommend highly customized strategies to help you address your specific goals.
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Meet The Island Group
Samuel C Buxton
Senior Vice President, International Client Advisor, Portfolio Manager
Phone:
(212) 893-6554(212) 893-6554
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(212) 893-6461(212) 893-6461
Alex Tuason
Wealth Management Associate
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(212) 893-6557(212) 893-6557
Mackenzie Cunningham
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 893-7637(212) 893-7637
Nicholas Kennedy
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(212) 893-6549(212) 893-6549
About Michael J Darling
Michael Darling has been in the financial services industry since 1984. He started his career at Kidder Peabody in 1984. From 1988-2001 he was an advisor with Donaldson, Lufkin & Jenrette (DLJ) until their sale to Credit Suisse in 2001. He then joined Morgan Stanley (legacy Smith Barney) in 2005. His areas of focus include portfolio management, portfolio construction and alternative investments. Michael is also a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious President's Club, an elite group composed of the firm's top financial advisors (https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw).
Michael has an extensive background in the international area. He is particularly experienced in wealth transfer strategies for international clients contemplating a public or private sale of their business interests.
Michael was born in Bermuda and educated in both England and the United States. He is a graduate of Indiana University - Bloomington. Michael is the President of The American Friends of the National Museum of Bermuda. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children and enjoys playing golf and running marathons.
Michael has an extensive background in the international area. He is particularly experienced in wealth transfer strategies for international clients contemplating a public or private sale of their business interests.
Michael was born in Bermuda and educated in both England and the United States. He is a graduate of Indiana University - Bloomington. Michael is the President of The American Friends of the National Museum of Bermuda. He lives in New York City with his wife and two children and enjoys playing golf and running marathons.
Securities Agent: MI, AR, NH, ND, MO, HI, DC, CT, VI, SC, NY, IA, DE, CO, KY, IL, GA, UT, RI, OR, NM, MD, AL, WY, TX, SD, PA, WI, VA, PR, NV, NE, MS, MN, ME, KS, IN, FL, AK, WV, ID, AZ, OH, VT, NC, LA, CA, MA, WA, TN, OK, NJ, MT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1265343
NMLS#: 1265343
About Samuel C Buxton
Samuel "Sam" Buxton is a Senior Vice President, International Client Advisor, and Alternative Investments Director who has worked for Morgan Stanley (legacy Smith Barney) since 2005. Prior to joining the firm, he graduated from the University of Michigan - Ann Arbor in 2003 and went onto work at Credit Suisse Private Wealth Management with Michael Darling. Sam’s areas of focus include asset allocation, manager due diligence, and insurance/annuity reviews.
Sam completed Morgan Stanley’s rigorous Family Wealth Director Certification program, which enables him to assist clients with wealth transfer, family governance, and philanthropic services. He is a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Century Club, an group composed of the firm's most successful financial advisors (https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw). Sam was also named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor ranking in 2023.
Sam was born and raised just outside of Philadelphia in Villanova, Pennsylvania, and he currently resides in New York City with his wife, Pam, their daughter, Abigail, and their Cavapoo, Parker. Sam is a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan and enjoys playing sports in his free time. He plays both tennis and squash and is an aspiring golfer.
[Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22. https://mgstn.ly/43OzL4E]
Sam completed Morgan Stanley’s rigorous Family Wealth Director Certification program, which enables him to assist clients with wealth transfer, family governance, and philanthropic services. He is a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Century Club, an group composed of the firm's most successful financial advisors (https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw). Sam was also named to the Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor ranking in 2023.
Sam was born and raised just outside of Philadelphia in Villanova, Pennsylvania, and he currently resides in New York City with his wife, Pam, their daughter, Abigail, and their Cavapoo, Parker. Sam is a proud Philadelphia Eagles fan and enjoys playing sports in his free time. He plays both tennis and squash and is an aspiring golfer.
[Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/21 - 6/30/22. https://mgstn.ly/43OzL4E]
Securities Agent: MI, ME, MN, WA, NJ, MT, MD, KS, HI, GA, PA, NH, MO, IL, CT, DC, VT, VA, UT, SD, NM, NV, DE, PR, NY, LA, CA, TX, ID, WY, SC, OH, NC, MA, CO, AZ, IN, FL, WI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1264960
CA Insurance License #: 0H29363
NMLS#: 1264960
CA Insurance License #: 0H29363
About Edmund Debler
Edmund Debler began his career on Wall Street in 1992 after graduating from Columbia Business School with an MBA in Finance. He joined Morgan Stanley in 2010 with a focus on equity investments, portfolio construction & management, and alternative investments. Edmund is a member of Morgan Stanley's prestigious Century Club, a group of the firm's most successful advisors (https://mgstn.ly/3J3ywqw).
Edmund, as the team CIO, closely monitors and analyzes macro economic data and their impact on the equity portfolios. Prior, his investment focus was primarily in healthcare. He was a portfolio manager at SAC Capital, Millennium Partners, and Panacea Asset Management, a healthcare hedge fund that he co-founded.
Edmund also earned a Ph.D. in Biology from New York University in 1985. Prior to his career on Wall Street, he conducted basic neurobiological research (published 21 scientific articles). He graduated from Columbia College with a BA in Biology.
Edmund lives in New York City with his wife and two children.
Edmund, as the team CIO, closely monitors and analyzes macro economic data and their impact on the equity portfolios. Prior, his investment focus was primarily in healthcare. He was a portfolio manager at SAC Capital, Millennium Partners, and Panacea Asset Management, a healthcare hedge fund that he co-founded.
Edmund also earned a Ph.D. in Biology from New York University in 1985. Prior to his career on Wall Street, he conducted basic neurobiological research (published 21 scientific articles). He graduated from Columbia College with a BA in Biology.
Edmund lives in New York City with his wife and two children.
Securities Agent: NV, NJ, MA, IL, MN, VA, SC, OH, IN, WA, VT, NC, GA, DC, MI, ME, DE, UT, TX, PA, ID, AZ, NY, NM, MT, LA, HI, SD, PR, CO, NH, MO, KS, CT, WY, MD, FL, CA, AK, WI; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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CA Insurance License #: 4191622
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About Alex Tuason
Alex Tuason has two decades of experience in providing exceptional client service in wealth management. He began his career in 2000 at a predecessor Morgan Stanley firm and then joined The Island Group in 2016.
Alex thrives on getting to know our clients and understanding their needs. Clients call Alex to move money, trade securities, exchange foreign currency, and sometimes just to share a story about their family. His unwavering support and commitment reminds our clients why they chose The Island Group.
Alex holds his Series 7 and 63 licenses. He lives in Bergen County, New Jersey with his wife and two sons. Alex enjoys coaching his sons’ basketball and soccer teams.
Alex thrives on getting to know our clients and understanding their needs. Clients call Alex to move money, trade securities, exchange foreign currency, and sometimes just to share a story about their family. His unwavering support and commitment reminds our clients why they chose The Island Group.
Alex holds his Series 7 and 63 licenses. He lives in Bergen County, New Jersey with his wife and two sons. Alex enjoys coaching his sons’ basketball and soccer teams.
About Mackenzie Cunningham
Mackenzie Cunningham joined Morgan Stanley with The Island Group in June 2019 after graduating magna cum laude from Wake Forest University. While at Wake, she majored in Business and Enterprise Management and received a minor in Global Trade and Commerce.
As the newest member of The Island Group, Mackenzie provides a variety of administrative support and account management functions for the team. She also supports the team’s Senior Portfolio Manager with research and monitoring of equity portfolios and investments.
Mackenzie grew up in Locust Valley, New York, and recently moved to New York City. She has obtained various financial designations, as well, including her Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.
As the newest member of The Island Group, Mackenzie provides a variety of administrative support and account management functions for the team. She also supports the team’s Senior Portfolio Manager with research and monitoring of equity portfolios and investments.
Mackenzie grew up in Locust Valley, New York, and recently moved to New York City. She has obtained various financial designations, as well, including her Series 7 and Series 66 licenses.
About Nicholas Kennedy
Nick Kennedy is a Client Service Associate who first joined the Island Group in the Summer of 2019 as an intern. Prior to beginning full time for the group, he worked for a media production start-up that provides new forms of digital content to financial services companies for their retail investors. Nick graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from the University of Colorado - Boulder, where he double majored in Finance and Real Estate, and it was during his time in college where he first began his career with Morgan Stanley.
Originally from North Salem, New York, Nick currently lives in the Chelsea district of Manhattan. An avid New York sports fan, he enjoys watching Yankees and Giants games and playing pick-up basketball with friends.
Originally from North Salem, New York, Nick currently lives in the Chelsea district of Manhattan. An avid New York sports fan, he enjoys watching Yankees and Giants games and playing pick-up basketball with friends.
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