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Our mission is to effect positive change for our clients through disciplined guidance and thoughtful planning so they can focus on what matters most while building a lasting legacy.
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The cornerstone of an effective wealth management plan is comprehensive financial planning, which captures goals, resources and expectations for the future. Morgan Stanley also offers a variety of 529 plan options to help you save for college and other education expenses as well.
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Meet The Legacy Group
Mark Occhipinti
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(570) 961-7712(570) 961-7712
James Schuster
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(570) 963-2345(570) 963-2345
Cory Melisky, CFP®
Financial Advisor
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(570) 961-7702(570) 961-7702
Alec Rodway
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(570) 963-2356(570) 963-2356
Joan Magnotta
Senior Client Service Associate
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(570) 961-7727(570) 961-7727
Jennifer DeNapoli
Registered Client Relationship Analyst
Phone:
(570) 961-7718(570) 961-7718
About Ralph Colo
Ralph Colo is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with the Legacy Group at Morgan Stanley. With more than 34 years of experience in the financial services industry, Ralph provides strategic leadership to the team while advising high-net-worth individuals and families, institutions, and retirement plans on disciplined, comprehensive wealth management strategies.
Ralph has earned the Senior Investment Management Consultant designation and is among a select group of advisors recognized as a Corporate Retirement Director and a U.S. Government Entity Specialist. His areas of concentration include portfolio management, asset allocation, consultative services, and risk management. He advises a diversified client base that includes high-net-worth families, corporate retirement plans, government entities, pensions, profit-sharing plans, foundations, endowments, and Taft-Hartley funds.
Ralph joined Morgan Stanley in 1994 and has navigated multiple market cycles, emphasizing prudent risk management, long-term planning, and continuity of client relationships. His professional achievements include recognition in the Managers Leadership Council. Ralph earned a Bachelor of Science degree in economics and finance from the University of Scranton.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Ralph now splits his time between Northeastern Pennsylvania and Hilton Head, South Carolina, where he serves as Branch Manager of the Morgan Stanley Hilton Head office. Outside of the office, he is an active member of several golf and athletic clubs in both South Carolina and Pennsylvania and is a parishioner at St. Francis by the Sea Church in Hilton Head. Ralph enjoys golf, running, pickleball, and reading. He is the proud father of four adult children: Quentin, Gabriella, Carena, and Nolan.
Ralph has earned the Senior Investment Management Consultant designation and is among a select group of advisors recognized as a Corporate Retirement Director and a U.S. Government Entity Specialist. His areas of concentration include portfolio management, asset allocation, consultative services, and risk management. He advises a diversified client base that includes high-net-worth families, corporate retirement plans, government entities, pensions, profit-sharing plans, foundations, endowments, and Taft-Hartley funds.
Ralph joined Morgan Stanley in 1994 and has navigated multiple market cycles, emphasizing prudent risk management, long-term planning, and continuity of client relationships. His professional achievements include recognition in the Managers Leadership Council. Ralph earned a Bachelor of Science degree in economics and finance from the University of Scranton.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Ralph now splits his time between Northeastern Pennsylvania and Hilton Head, South Carolina, where he serves as Branch Manager of the Morgan Stanley Hilton Head office. Outside of the office, he is an active member of several golf and athletic clubs in both South Carolina and Pennsylvania and is a parishioner at St. Francis by the Sea Church in Hilton Head. Ralph enjoys golf, running, pickleball, and reading. He is the proud father of four adult children: Quentin, Gabriella, Carena, and Nolan.
Securities Agent: MT, CO, WV, KS, WI, PR, UT, ND, ID, NM, MS, AL, DC, AK, IA, VI, TN, SD, OK, HI, NE, MO, NH, VA, SC, NY, IL, FL, MD, CA, TX, RI, CT, OR, NV, AR, NJ, MN, MA, WY, WA, MI, DE, IN, GA, AZ, PA, VT, NC, ME, KY, OH, LA; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1393552
NMLS#: 1393552
About Mark Occhipinti
Mark Occhipinti is a Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with the Legacy Group at Morgan Stanley and has spent 27 years in the securities industry. As a senior leader and partner of the team, Mark plays a key role in guiding long-term client relationships while advising individuals, families, foundations, and business owners on comprehensive wealth management strategies.
Mark joined Morgan Stanley in 2001 after beginning his advisory career at Merrill Lynch. Throughout his career, he has guided clients through multiple market cycles with an emphasis on disciplined planning, thoughtful portfolio construction, and long-term relationship management. After high school, Mark joined the United States Army and is a decorated war veteran, having served during the Persian Gulf War. He is a graduate of the Academy of Health and Science at Fort Sam Houston in Texas.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Mark now divides his time between Northeastern Pennsylvania and Longboat Key, Florida. Outside of the office, he is an active member of several golf and athletic clubs in both Pennsylvania and Florida and is a parishioner at Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore. Mark enjoys golf and racket sports and has been married to his wife, Eileen, for over 35 years.
They have three adult children: Anna, Susan, and Tommy.
Mark joined Morgan Stanley in 2001 after beginning his advisory career at Merrill Lynch. Throughout his career, he has guided clients through multiple market cycles with an emphasis on disciplined planning, thoughtful portfolio construction, and long-term relationship management. After high school, Mark joined the United States Army and is a decorated war veteran, having served during the Persian Gulf War. He is a graduate of the Academy of Health and Science at Fort Sam Houston in Texas.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Mark now divides his time between Northeastern Pennsylvania and Longboat Key, Florida. Outside of the office, he is an active member of several golf and athletic clubs in both Pennsylvania and Florida and is a parishioner at Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore. Mark enjoys golf and racket sports and has been married to his wife, Eileen, for over 35 years.
They have three adult children: Anna, Susan, and Tommy.
Securities Agent: NC, WY, PA, ME, MA, DC, CA, MI, VT, SC, MD, DE, VA, OK, FL, NY, NV, KY, AZ, AR, WA, CT, CO, TX, NJ, IL, GA, RI, OH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1253115
NMLS#: 1253115
About James Schuster
Jim Schuster is a Vice President and Financial Advisor with the Legacy Group at Morgan Stanley and brings more than 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. He advises individuals and families with an emphasis on long-term planning, disciplined investment strategy, and highly personalized client service.
Prior to joining the Legacy Group in 2015, Jim held investment roles at Wells Fargo, Alliance Bernstein, and A.G. Edwards, building a broad foundation across multiple platforms and client environments. His experience across market cycles has shaped a steady, relationship-driven approach to helping clients navigate financial decisions. Jim graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from the University of Scranton.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Jim continues to live in the area and remains engaged in his community. Outside of the office, he is a parishioner at Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore, an avid sports fan, and a longtime supporter of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Jim is married to his wife, Amy, and they have two teenage children, Michael and Justin.
Prior to joining the Legacy Group in 2015, Jim held investment roles at Wells Fargo, Alliance Bernstein, and A.G. Edwards, building a broad foundation across multiple platforms and client environments. His experience across market cycles has shaped a steady, relationship-driven approach to helping clients navigate financial decisions. Jim graduated magna cum laude with a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from the University of Scranton.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Jim continues to live in the area and remains engaged in his community. Outside of the office, he is a parishioner at Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore, an avid sports fan, and a longtime supporter of the Alabama Crimson Tide. Jim is married to his wife, Amy, and they have two teenage children, Michael and Justin.
Securities Agent: IL, PA, CA, WA, VA, NV, FL, VT, MD, KY, GA, WY, OH, NC, ID, AZ, NY, MI, DE, CO, SC, NJ, MA, CT, AR, TX, RI, ME; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1432521
NMLS#: 1432521
About Cory Melisky
Securities Agent: FL, OR, NV, KY, CT, CO, AZ, TX, SC, RI, NJ, DE, DC, AR, MN, WA, MD, MA, VA, ME, IL, GA, CA, MI, WY, VT, PA, OH, NY, LA, OK, NC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1440171
NMLS#: 1440171
About Alec Rodway
Alec Rodway is a Financial Advisor and Financial Planning Specialist with the Legacy Group at Morgan Stanley. He works with individuals and families to deliver comprehensive wealth management strategies, with a focus on financial planning, portfolio construction, and long-term objective setting.
Prior to joining the Legacy Group in 2021, Alec served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. He brings an analytical, disciplined approach to advising clients and applies a structured planning process to support informed decision-making and long-term financial outcomes.
Alec earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Misericordia University, where he was a member of the university’s basketball team. His quantitative background supports a methodical, detail-oriented approach to financial planning and analysis.
Born and raised in Peckville, Pennsylvania, Alec continues to live in the area and remains active in his local community. Outside of the office, he serves on the Finance Council for Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and is a member of Elkview Country Club. Alec enjoys golf, running, and biking, recently completed his first marathon, and is an avid fan of improv and stand-up comedy.
Prior to joining the Legacy Group in 2021, Alec served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2019 to 2021. He brings an analytical, disciplined approach to advising clients and applies a structured planning process to support informed decision-making and long-term financial outcomes.
Alec earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in mathematics from Misericordia University, where he was a member of the university’s basketball team. His quantitative background supports a methodical, detail-oriented approach to financial planning and analysis.
Born and raised in Peckville, Pennsylvania, Alec continues to live in the area and remains active in his local community. Outside of the office, he serves on the Finance Council for Sacred Heart of Jesus Church and is a member of Elkview Country Club. Alec enjoys golf, running, and biking, recently completed his first marathon, and is an avid fan of improv and stand-up comedy.
Securities Agent: DE, CT, UT, RI, OK, MI, CO, VT, VA, NV, MN, IN, AR, OR, MD, CA, WY, ME, DC, LA, IL, AZ, SC, NC, ID, WA, PA, NJ, GA, TX, TN, OH, NY, MA, KY, FL; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1932473
NMLS#: 1932473
About Jennifer DeNapoli
Jennifer DeNapoli is a Registered Client Relationship Analyst with the Legacy Group at Morgan Stanley and has 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. She supports client relationships and advisory operations, helping ensure accuracy, consistency, and operational excellence across the client experience.
Before joining the Legacy Group in September 2025, Jennifer worked across numerous firms, developing a broad understanding of financial planning strategies, including retirement planning, budgeting and cash flow, debt management, tax planning, risk management, and estate planning. She also has extensive experience supporting business owners and business retirement plans, with a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and process improvement.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Scranton and holds a Certificate in Business Process Management from Villanova University College of Professional Studies.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Jennifer recently returned to her hometown after spending more than ten years in the Harrisburg area.
Outside of the office, she remains engaged in her community as an active member of the UNICO Scranton Chapter, a graduate of the Leadership Harrisburg Area Community Leadership Series program, a Dream Team member of The Fund for Women and Girls, a volunteer with Junior Achievement of Central Pennsylvania and the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. She attends Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore.
Jennifer enjoys travel, live music, and teaching dance and is the proud mother of an adult son, Joseph.
Before joining the Legacy Group in September 2025, Jennifer worked across numerous firms, developing a broad understanding of financial planning strategies, including retirement planning, budgeting and cash flow, debt management, tax planning, risk management, and estate planning. She also has extensive experience supporting business owners and business retirement plans, with a strong emphasis on operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and process improvement.
Jennifer earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Communication from the University of Scranton and holds a Certificate in Business Process Management from Villanova University College of Professional Studies.
Born and raised in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, Jennifer recently returned to her hometown after spending more than ten years in the Harrisburg area.
Outside of the office, she remains engaged in her community as an active member of the UNICO Scranton Chapter, a graduate of the Leadership Harrisburg Area Community Leadership Series program, a Dream Team member of The Fund for Women and Girls, a volunteer with Junior Achievement of Central Pennsylvania and the Central Pennsylvania Food Bank. She attends Saints Anthony & Rocco Parish in Dunmore.
Jennifer enjoys travel, live music, and teaching dance and is the proud mother of an adult son, Joseph.
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