Our Mission

The Michalzuk Group at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management delivers experienced guidance and first-class service to a limited number of successful families, family offices and foundations.

As trusted stewards of our client's capital we are devoted to the nuanced complexities and details of their wealth, so they are free to focus on the individuals, institutions and causes that bring the most meaning to their lives.

We provide the experience and resources necessary to face the challenges and opportunities of multi-generational wealth with confidence and clarity.

Although we are honored by the recognition of our success, we seek no acclaim other than earning the gratitude of our clients.
Capabilities
  • Comprehensive Wealth Planning
  • Family Governance & Wealth Education
  • Pre-Liquidity Planning
  • Tax, Trust & Estate AdvisoryFootnote1
  • Investment Management
  • Proprietary Investment Opportunities
  • Consolidated Reporting
  • Risk Management
  • Cash Management & LendingFootnote2
  • Philanthropy Management
  • Lifestyle Advisory ServicesFootnote3
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About PWM

Founded in 1977, Private Wealth Management is the division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management that is dedicated to serving the firm’s most affluent clients, including some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs, executives and stewards of multigenerational wealth. Functioning as an exclusive investment boutique within a global financial firm, we deliver sophisticated solutions that leverage the intellectual capital and insight of Morgan Stanley’s substantial global resources. Drawing on a deep understanding of your financial life, our goal is to help you:
  • Manage investments with an unwavering focus on your financial strategy and personal goals
  • Create comprehensive, multigenerational wealth management plans based on your needs, challenges and the values that guide your life and legacy
  • Simplify financial complexity to help you achieve clarity and control
Private Wealth Management Highlights
  • Approximately 300 teams1 specialized in assisting individuals and families with $20MM+ in investable assets
  • Over $775 billion in AUM1
  • Comprising 25% of the Barron’s Top 100 Financial Advisors list for 2023
  • Direct access to ultra high net worth experts in philanthropy, family dynamics, wealth transfer, lifestyle advisory and other areas of interest to ultra high net worth families
1 Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, December, 2023

Source: Barron's.com (April 2023) 2023 Barron's Top 100 Financial Advisors awarded in 2023. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by Barron's during the period from Dec 2020 - Dec 2021. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to Barron's to obtain or use the ranking. This ranking is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations, and quantitative criteria, including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion. Rankings are based on the opinions of Barron's and this ranking may not be representative of any one client’s experience. This ranking is not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not affiliated with Barron's. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved.

Our Values

    Trust
    We are committed to a relationship built on transparency and an unwavering commitment to putting our client’s interest first. The greatest compliment we can receive is a client’s trust.
    Proactive Advice
    We seek to provide clients with increased confidence and clarity. We focus on understanding our client’s “why” (vison of success) so we can proactively advise on the “how” (strategy) and “what” (tactics) - freeing our clients to focus on the people, institutions and causes that bring the most meaning to their lives.
    Independent Thought
    We value intellectual curiosity and diversity of experiences. We challenge universally accepted beliefs and seek new angles of understanding.
    Continuous Improvement
    We strive to continuously improve and measure ourselves absolutely, not relatively.
    Teamwork
    We seek collaboration and believe there is no better predictor of success than a coordinated group of advisors working in concert towards a clients vision of success.
    Humility
    We seek no acclaim other than earning the trust and gratitude of our clients. Our culture is built on giving credit, not seeking credit.
    Charity
    We recognize our good fortune and seek to give back in meaningful and thoughtful ways.
    These values serve as the foundation of our client relationships.
    If these values are important to you – let’s connect.

Location

14850 N Scottsdale Rd
Suite 600
Scottsdale, AZ 85254
US
Direct:
(480) 922-7988(480) 922-7988
7175 N Pima Canyon Dr
Tucson, AZ 85718
US

Meet The Michalzuk Group

About Kevin Michalzuk

Kevin Michalzuk leads a team of dedicated professionals who deliver exceptional guidance and service and to an elite clientele of successful families their family offices and foundations. As trusted stewards of client’s capital Kevin and his team are devoted to the nuanced complexities of their client’s wealth, so they are free to focus on the individuals, institutions and causes which bring the most meaning to their life.

Kevin and his team draw on their collective experience, knowledge, and resources –working cohesively with the client’s professional advisors to deliver confidence and clarity to clients.

Kevin joined Morgan Stanley after ten years with J.P. Morgan Private Bank, which began in the Chicago office and included time as an investment specialist. Originally from Michigan, Kevin graduated with honors from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University with a B.A. in finance. His studies included advanced graduate-level coursework in communication, conflict resolution, finance and economics. These experiences helped hone his unique ability to simplify concepts and communicate effectively with a broad range of stakeholders and experience levels.

Kevin is an Honorary Commander for the 56th Fighter Wing at Luke Air Force Base and served as the Founding Chair of the Make-A-Wish Arizona Wishmakers Council, a group of twenty civic, corporate and philanthropic leaders from the community to help advance the greater organization’s mission of creating life-changing wishes for Arizona children with critical illnesses.

In his free time, he enjoys travel, golf, reading classic novels and spending time with his family and friends. Kevin and his family reside in Scottsdale, Arizona.
Securities Agent: DE, VI, SD, NY, MI, MA, RI, KS, IN, CA, AZ, WY, WA, TN, NM, CT, CO, AK, PA, NC, FL, AL, WV, SC, OR, NJ, MS, MO, LA, ID, IA, GA, DC, VT, VA, UT, NH, NE, ND, MT, MD, AR, OK, IL, WI, TX, PR, NV, KY, HI, OH, MN, ME; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2344259
CA Insurance License #: 4215814

About Kerrick Henderson

Kerrick Henderson leads the team in creating, implementing and maintaining highly customized investment strategies for our clients. He advises clients on capital investments across public and private market solutions, seeking to create a portfolio optimally suited to their specific financial objectives. Kerrick has a keen emotional understanding of how investing effects different people and institutions, which he incorporates into portfolio design to maximize the probability of achieving their goals. His other daily responsibilities include monitoring the markets and economic landscapes, identifying and analyzing new investment opportunities, continuously underwriting current portfolios and investments, and planning long-term strategies for private market allocations.
Kerrick began his career as an analyst at J.P. Morgan’s Private Bank before moving with Kevin to form The Michalzuk Group at Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management. Kerrick received his MBA from the Kelley School of Business at Indiana University and attended the University of Arizona for his undergraduate studies where he earned dual majors in finance and management information systems. He is a CFA charter holder and active member of the Phoenix CFA society. Kerrick also holds the Financial Planning Specialist designation from Morgan Stanley.
Outside of the office, Kerrick is an avid CrossFit athlete and spends his remaining free time driving cars and investing in real estate. He currently resides in Scottsdale with his wife Amanda.
Securities Agent: WY, WV, WI, WA, VT, VI, VA, UT, TX, TN, SD, SC, RI, PR, PA, OR, OK, OH, NY, NV, NM, NJ, NH, NE, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2329113

About Mayson Morrow

Drawing on five years of diverse financial industry experience, Mayson Morrow contributes to an outstanding overall service experience for the team’s clients. Mayson responds promptly to an extensive range of service requests and is responsible for various relationship and account maintenance items. Mayson enjoys the regular interaction she has with clients and tailoring the team’s service model for each client’s unique preferences.

Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Mayson service as a Senior Account Manager in the mortgage industry and, earlier, as a real estate specialist at a global relocation firm.

Born in Southern California, Mayson was raised in Anthem, Arizona. She graduated from Arizona State University with a B.A. in sustainability, holding down a full-time job throughout her academic career. In her free time, she enjoys traveling and trying out local restaurants.
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Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY

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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.

Asset Allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.

The securities/instruments, investments and investment strategies discussed on this website may not be suitable for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment or investment strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. The views and opinions expressed on this website may not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). This website and its associated content are intended for U.S. residents only.

Morgan Stanley and its Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Visitors to this website 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.

Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers may only transact business in states where they are registered or excluded or exempted from registration. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers are not registered or excluded or exempt from registration.

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Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association.

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.

Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY

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CRC 6295606 (3/2024)