Thomas R Currey, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Director, Senior Investment Management Consultant
Phone:
(630) 203-6118(630) 203-6118
The Navigation Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(630) 203-6118(630) 203-6118
Toll-Free:
(844) 263-6284(844) 263-6284
Our Mission Statement
At The Navigation Group, we empower clients and their families through strategic financial guidance and personalized investment solutions to achieve their long-term goals with confidence and clarity.
Welcome to The Navigation Group
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams 2025
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23–3/31/24. Awards Disclosures
Stephene Norwood - Forbes 2024 Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
(Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/22-9/30/23.)
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Our process helps create a secure future for your family in a very insecure world. Starting with our Retirement Income Plan Form, we assist you in placing your wealth on a path that can work toward the result you desire – being prepared to retire with the resources you will need.
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Our Process
We address a range of client circumstances across generations. Many of our clients are successful, professional women and men and their families. Many of them are in the prime of their careers and seeking to accumulate as much as they can for retirement, their family or to simply enhance their lifestyles. Or they may be retired, but want to be sure they will not outlive their money while gifting to family and causes that are important to them. For these clients, it's hard to have perspective in a vacuum, so we collaborate on their investments and plans to provide information for effective decision making. We take the time to educate our clients on the issues they face.
Airline Pilots
Our process helps create a secure future for your family in a very insecure airline world. Starting with our Retirement Income Plan form, we assist you in placing your wealth on a flight path that can work toward the result you desire - being prepared to retire with the resources you will need.
Intergenerational Wealth Planning
Highly-skilled accountants and estate attorneys are vital to constructing sound wealth-transfer plans, but sometimes it is the matters these experts cannot address that pose the greatest challenges. Each family is unique of course. That said, many families do share common stresses and concerns that can foster conflict.
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Working with Next-Gen clients involves understanding your unique financial goals, values, and challenges. Next Gen clients are often more technologically savvy and value transparency and personalized services. Therefore, we adapt to their preferences, leverage technology to enhance your services, and communicate effectively to build strong relationships and trust with this generation of clients.
Women in Wealth
We are committed to creating opportunities for women in their careers, their wealth planning and their communities. We have explored and experienced the nuances of wealth management and financial development as it applies to women both as an advisor and as an individual. Our commitment to Women in Wealth is to become a part of the effort in closing the gap and helping empower females throughout every stage of their lives, with tangible resources, advice and stories.
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Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams 2024
Forbes America's Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/22–3/31/23.
Forbes 2024 Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
Stephene Norwood
(Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/22-9/30/23.)
Our Team's Family Wealth Director Capabilities
Thomas R Currey
A Family Wealth Director (FWD) is a rare distinction, earned by less than 4% of Morgan Stanley's Financial Advisors as of February 2021. The designation is given to advisors who have undergone distinctive training to complement their extensive experience working with ultra-high net worth families.
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Meet The Navigation Group
Stephene Norwood, CLTC®
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(630) 203-6128(630) 203-6128
Michael J Puleo
First Vice President, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(630) 203-6158(630) 203-6158
Meg Birch
Vice President, Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(630) 203-6185(630) 203-6185
Taylor Lundstrom
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(630) 203-6098(630) 203-6098
Patti Trombetta
Group Director
Phone:
(630) 203-6104(630) 203-6104
Holly Cotherman
Portfolio Associate, Financial Planning Specialist*
Phone:
(630) 203-6141(630) 203-6141
Brenda Badani
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(630) 203-6160(630) 203-6160
About Thomas R Currey
Thomas R. Currey, CFP®
Family Wealth Director
Senior Investment Management Consultant
Managing Director, Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
As Managing Director – Wealth Management and Senior Investment Management Consultant with a deep understanding of financial markets, Tom manages the team’s investment philosophy and strategic outlook. Tom has dedicated his entire career to understanding each client and making personalized recommendations. Tom regularly travels for client meetings and speaking engagements. Hired by Morgan Stanley in 1995, Tom has more than 29 years of financial services experience. In 2010, Tom earned the Certified Financial Planner Designation. In 2023, Tom was honored to join a select 5% group of Morgan Stanley financial advisors who have successfully completed the rigorous Family Wealth Director certification program. More recently, in 2024, Tom reached a significant career milestone as he was appointed Managing Director-Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. This significant achievement recognized Tom’s passion and exceptional commitment to clients. Tom is a 1994 graduate of Illinois State University, having earned a degree in Finance.
Tom resides in Park Ridge, Illinois with his wife Doreen and three children. A strong believer in giving back, Tom devotes his free time volunteering for community organizations and looks forward to family vacations and time on the golf course with close friends.
Professional Details:
1995 - Present - Morgan Stanley
BS - Finance Illinois State University, Bloomington, IL
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform State Exam
Series 65 - Investment Advisory Agent
Certified Financial Planner™
Thomas R. Currey - Received CFP ® certification in 2010
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6118 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-364-4104
Email: Thomas.R.Currey@morganstanley.com
Family Wealth Director
Senior Investment Management Consultant
Managing Director, Wealth Management
Financial Advisor
As Managing Director – Wealth Management and Senior Investment Management Consultant with a deep understanding of financial markets, Tom manages the team’s investment philosophy and strategic outlook. Tom has dedicated his entire career to understanding each client and making personalized recommendations. Tom regularly travels for client meetings and speaking engagements. Hired by Morgan Stanley in 1995, Tom has more than 29 years of financial services experience. In 2010, Tom earned the Certified Financial Planner Designation. In 2023, Tom was honored to join a select 5% group of Morgan Stanley financial advisors who have successfully completed the rigorous Family Wealth Director certification program. More recently, in 2024, Tom reached a significant career milestone as he was appointed Managing Director-Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley. This significant achievement recognized Tom’s passion and exceptional commitment to clients. Tom is a 1994 graduate of Illinois State University, having earned a degree in Finance.
Tom resides in Park Ridge, Illinois with his wife Doreen and three children. A strong believer in giving back, Tom devotes his free time volunteering for community organizations and looks forward to family vacations and time on the golf course with close friends.
Professional Details:
1995 - Present - Morgan Stanley
BS - Finance Illinois State University, Bloomington, IL
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform State Exam
Series 65 - Investment Advisory Agent
Certified Financial Planner™
Thomas R. Currey - Received CFP ® certification in 2010
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6118 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-364-4104
Email: Thomas.R.Currey@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: HI, AL, RI, NH, IL, IA, OH, NV, MO, KS, OK, MA, GA, CA, AK, WA, AR, MD, KY, ID, DE, MT, DC, AZ, WI, NJ, IN, CO, WY, VA, SC, PA, FL, CT, TX, TN, NY, NE, MI, ME, NC, MN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1275630
CA Insurance License #: 0D81350
NMLS#: 1275630
CA Insurance License #: 0D81350
About Stephene Norwood
Stephene Norwood, CLTC®
Senior Vice President
Financial Advisor
Stephene collaborates with clients on an individual basis to help them articulate and implement a plan for their short-and long-term goals. Stephene has spent her 19-year career with Morgan Stanley. Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor in 2010, Stephene worked as Vice President of Financial Advisor Selection and Development for the Central / Western Division. In 2019, Stephene earned the prestigious designation, certification for Long-Term Care (CLTC®). In 2022, Stephene was named to the Morgan Stanley Century’s Club, a group composed of the firm’s top financial advisors. More recently, Stephene was named to the 2024 Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In State Ranking. She is a founding member of Morgan Stanley’s Chicago Her Way chapter which focuses on engaging, embracing, and empowering women to live their best financial and personal lives. Stephene is a 1997 graduate of Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa.
Stephene and her husband Woody reside in Glen Ellyn, Illinois with their dog, Cora. Stephene serves as a volunteer with the Friends of the Library of Glen Ellyn.
Forbes 2024 Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
(Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/22-9/30/23.)
Professional Details:
2005 - Present – Morgan Stanley, Associate Vice President, Financial Advisor
Bachelor of Arts – 1997, Cornell College
Series 7 – General Securities Representative
Series 66 – Investment Advisor Representative
Series 31 – Managed Futures Representative
Life Insurance
Annuities
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6128 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-686-1808
Email: Stephene.Norwood@morganstanley.com
Senior Vice President
Financial Advisor
Stephene collaborates with clients on an individual basis to help them articulate and implement a plan for their short-and long-term goals. Stephene has spent her 19-year career with Morgan Stanley. Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor in 2010, Stephene worked as Vice President of Financial Advisor Selection and Development for the Central / Western Division. In 2019, Stephene earned the prestigious designation, certification for Long-Term Care (CLTC®). In 2022, Stephene was named to the Morgan Stanley Century’s Club, a group composed of the firm’s top financial advisors. More recently, Stephene was named to the 2024 Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In State Ranking. She is a founding member of Morgan Stanley’s Chicago Her Way chapter which focuses on engaging, embracing, and empowering women to live their best financial and personal lives. Stephene is a 1997 graduate of Cornell College in Mount Vernon, Iowa.
Stephene and her husband Woody reside in Glen Ellyn, Illinois with their dog, Cora. Stephene serves as a volunteer with the Friends of the Library of Glen Ellyn.
Forbes 2024 Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
(Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/22-9/30/23.)
Professional Details:
2005 - Present – Morgan Stanley, Associate Vice President, Financial Advisor
Bachelor of Arts – 1997, Cornell College
Series 7 – General Securities Representative
Series 66 – Investment Advisor Representative
Series 31 – Managed Futures Representative
Life Insurance
Annuities
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6128 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-686-1808
Email: Stephene.Norwood@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: IL, ME, FL, NE, MO, MD, IA, GA, CO, WY, VA, TX, NY, MN, DC, AR, WA, RI, KS, AZ, AK, TN, SC, ID, HI, CA, MA, KY, CT, MT, DE, AL, WI, PA, OK, OH, NV, NC, MI, NJ, NH, IN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1282695
CA Insurance License #: 0107902
NMLS#: 1282695
CA Insurance License #: 0107902
About Michael J Puleo
Michael Puleo
First Vice President
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
Michael’s primary role on the team is to develop and maintain existing client relationships. Having worked at Morgan Stanley since 2000, Michael is an integral and experienced member of The Navigation Group. Michael takes great pride in the strong relationships that he has developed with our clients. In 2019, Michael was named to Morgan Stanley’s Pacesetters Club, a recognition program for Financial Advisors who have demonstrated the highest professional standards in first class client service. Michael earned a bachelor’s degree from Elmhurst College in 2000.
Michael resides in Mount Prospect, Illinois and specially enjoys visiting with his extended family and friends in Sicily, Italy.
Professional Details:
2000 - Present - Morgan Stanley
Bachelor of Marketing - 2000, Elmhurst College
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Life/Health Insurance
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6158 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-686-1795
Email: Michael.J.Puleo@morganstanley.com
First Vice President
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
Michael’s primary role on the team is to develop and maintain existing client relationships. Having worked at Morgan Stanley since 2000, Michael is an integral and experienced member of The Navigation Group. Michael takes great pride in the strong relationships that he has developed with our clients. In 2019, Michael was named to Morgan Stanley’s Pacesetters Club, a recognition program for Financial Advisors who have demonstrated the highest professional standards in first class client service. Michael earned a bachelor’s degree from Elmhurst College in 2000.
Michael resides in Mount Prospect, Illinois and specially enjoys visiting with his extended family and friends in Sicily, Italy.
Professional Details:
2000 - Present - Morgan Stanley
Bachelor of Marketing - 2000, Elmhurst College
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Life/Health Insurance
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6158 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-686-1795
Email: Michael.J.Puleo@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: NJ, MA, WY, MD, WA, OK, KS, CO, CA, AZ, AR, ID, DE, WI, PA, NC, GA, RI, MO, IL, IA, CT, NY, KY, DC, AL, TX, SC, OH, NH, IN, HI, MN, FL, TN, NV, NE, MT, MI, ME, AK, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1456865
CA Insurance License #: 0L45468
NMLS#: 1456865
CA Insurance License #: 0L45468
About Meg Birch
Meg Birch
Vice President
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
Meg’s role on the team is to manage business development and client acquisition. She began her financial services career in 1991 selling and trading corporate bonds. Prior to re-joining Morgan Stanley in 2013, Meg served institutional clients in the financial information and technology fields. She holds a Master of Science in Finance from Boston College and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University.
Meg resides in Downers Grove, Illinois with her husband and two children. Meg is a Board Member of BrightSide Theatre, a local theatre group. Meg enjoys attending her kids’ sports events, theater productions and an occasional date night with her husband when their busy schedules allow.
Professional Details:
Bachelor of Science - 1991 University of Illinois
Master of Science in Finance - 2002 Boston College
Master of Business Administration - 2003 DePaul University
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Life Insurance
Annuities
CA Insurance Lic# 0L36268
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6185 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-303-9783
Email: meg.birch@morganstanley.com
Vice President
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
Meg’s role on the team is to manage business development and client acquisition. She began her financial services career in 1991 selling and trading corporate bonds. Prior to re-joining Morgan Stanley in 2013, Meg served institutional clients in the financial information and technology fields. She holds a Master of Science in Finance from Boston College and a Master of Business Administration from DePaul University.
Meg resides in Downers Grove, Illinois with her husband and two children. Meg is a Board Member of BrightSide Theatre, a local theatre group. Meg enjoys attending her kids’ sports events, theater productions and an occasional date night with her husband when their busy schedules allow.
Professional Details:
Bachelor of Science - 1991 University of Illinois
Master of Science in Finance - 2002 Boston College
Master of Business Administration - 2003 DePaul University
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Life Insurance
Annuities
CA Insurance Lic# 0L36268
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6185 | Toll free: 844-263-NAVI (6284) | E-Fax: 630-303-9783
Email: meg.birch@morganstanley.com
Securities Agent: HI, TN, PA, NY, MT, MN, IA, WI, WA, TX, RI, MI, AR, AL, NC, KS, GA, AZ, OK, MA, KY, DE, FL, VA, OH, NH, ID, DC, CO, WY, NV, NE, IN, AK, MO, ME, MD, CT, CA, SC, NJ, IL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1279068
CA Insurance License #: #OL36268
NMLS#: 1279068
CA Insurance License #: #OL36268
About Taylor Lundstrom
Taylor started her career 8 years ago in financial services and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Taylor is a lifelong Chicago resident and currently lives in the Northwest suburbs with her husband Brent and their daughter Eloise.
NMLS#: 2385427
NMLS#: 2385427
Securities Agent: AK, AL, AR, CT, DC, DE, GA, KS, KY, LA, MD, ME, MI, MS, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, OK, PR, RI, SD, TN, VA, VI, VT, WA, WV, WY, IN, HI, MT, OH, TX, WI, UT, SC, PA, OR, NY, NV, NC, MO, MN, MA, IL, ID, IA, FL, CO, CA, AZ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
CA Insurance License #: 4222050
CA Insurance License #: 4222050
About Patti Trombetta
Patti Trombetta
Group Director
Patti’s role on the team is to handle the operational and administrative side of the business and is available to clients for their specific needs. In 2021, Patti was named Group Director and serves as the leader of our service team. She has over 38 years of client experience in the financial services industry, 30+
years with Morgan Stanley.
Patti resides in Lombard with her husband Mike, son Michael and daughter Andrea and enjoys traveling and spending time with her extended family.
Professional Details:
Group Director
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6104 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-219-0402
Email: patricia.trombetta@morganstanley.com
Group Director
Patti’s role on the team is to handle the operational and administrative side of the business and is available to clients for their specific needs. In 2021, Patti was named Group Director and serves as the leader of our service team. She has over 38 years of client experience in the financial services industry, 30+
years with Morgan Stanley.
Patti resides in Lombard with her husband Mike, son Michael and daughter Andrea and enjoys traveling and spending time with her extended family.
Professional Details:
Group Director
Series 7 - General Securities Representative
Series 63 - Uniform Securities Agent State Law
Series 65 - Uniform Investment Advisor
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6104 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-219-0402
Email: patricia.trombetta@morganstanley.com
About Holly Cotherman
Holly Cotherman
Portfolio Associate
Financial Planning Specialist*
*Disclaimer: This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice.
Holly is our team’s Portfolio Associate and has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Holly’s energy, proficiency, dedication, empathetic nature and industry knowledge enables her to provide a seasoned perspective and first-class service to our clients. She genuinely enjoys assisting clients with every aspect of the investment process.
In her free time, Holly enjoys camping and traveling with her husband Matt and her daughters, Karleigh & Ella. Understanding the importance of giving back to her local community, Holly has a passion for fostering dogs and being the adoption coordinator for Hoof, Woof & Meow Animal Rescue.
Professional Details:
Series 7 – General Securities Representative
Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
Series 31 – Futures Managed Funds
Series 10 – General Securities Sales Supervisor - General
Series 9 – General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options
Insurance License
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6141 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-303-9771
Email: holly.cotherman@morganstanley.com
Portfolio Associate
Financial Planning Specialist*
*Disclaimer: This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice.
Holly is our team’s Portfolio Associate and has over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry. Holly’s energy, proficiency, dedication, empathetic nature and industry knowledge enables her to provide a seasoned perspective and first-class service to our clients. She genuinely enjoys assisting clients with every aspect of the investment process.
In her free time, Holly enjoys camping and traveling with her husband Matt and her daughters, Karleigh & Ella. Understanding the importance of giving back to her local community, Holly has a passion for fostering dogs and being the adoption coordinator for Hoof, Woof & Meow Animal Rescue.
Professional Details:
Series 7 – General Securities Representative
Series 66 – Uniform Combined State Law Examination
Series 31 – Futures Managed Funds
Series 10 – General Securities Sales Supervisor - General
Series 9 – General Securities Sales Supervisor - Options
Insurance License
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6141 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-303-9771
Email: holly.cotherman@morganstanley.com
About Brenda Badani
Brenda Badani
Senior Client Service Associate
Brenda’s role on the team is to manage client outreach and cash management. She began her career in 1995 with Dean Witter Reynolds as a Service Associate . Now, as a Senior Client
Service Associate at the Navigation Group, she fosters strong working relationships with clients.
Brenda resides in Arlington Heights, Illinois with her husband Enrique and their son Adrian. They enjoy traveling to visit with family in Europe and South America.
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6160 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-518-4151
Email: brenda.badani@morganstanley.com
Senior Client Service Associate
Brenda’s role on the team is to manage client outreach and cash management. She began her career in 1995 with Dean Witter Reynolds as a Service Associate . Now, as a Senior Client
Service Associate at the Navigation Group, she fosters strong working relationships with clients.
Brenda resides in Arlington Heights, Illinois with her husband Enrique and their son Adrian. They enjoy traveling to visit with family in Europe and South America.
Contact Information:
The Drake Oak Brook Plaza | 2211 York Road, Suite 100 | Oak Brook, IL 60523
Direct: 630-203-6160 | Toll free: 800-755-9755 | E-Fax: 630-518-4151
Email: brenda.badani@morganstanley.com
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Jordan Hoerter
Private Banker
Amy Gross, CFP®
Financial Planning Director, Vice President
William Davern
Planning Associate
About Jordan Hoerter
Jordan Hoerter is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Illinois.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Jordan began his career in financial services in 2010 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to joining the firm, he was Vice President, Private Banker at Associated Bank.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.. Jordan donates his time with United Way, Emerging Leaders, Blessings in a Backpack and Junior Achievement.
When not in the office, Jordan enjoys running, snowboarding, traveling and spending time with his family.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Jordan began his career in financial services in 2010 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2019. Prior to joining the firm, he was Vice President, Private Banker at Associated Bank.
Jordan is a graduate of the University of Wisconsin Stevens Point where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Marketing. He lives in Chicago, Illinois.. Jordan donates his time with United Way, Emerging Leaders, Blessings in a Backpack and Junior Achievement.
When not in the office, Jordan enjoys running, snowboarding, traveling and spending time with his family.
NMLS#: 1445073
About Amy Gross
Amy Gross is a Vice President and Financial Planning Director serving Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management offices in the Chicago suburbs. She is responsible for helping Financial Advisors with their clients' and prospects' financial planning needs.
Amy began her career in financial services in 2009 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021. Prior to her current position, she worked at Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse as a Senior Registered Associate working with high-net-worth clients on an individual basis and making sure all their financial and operational needs were met.
Amy graduated from Illinois State University and holds her Certified Financial Planner® designation. Amy lives in Brookfield, IL with her husband Garrett, daughter Felicity and son Emmett. Outside of work, Amy enjoys both going to and volunteering at Brookfield Zoo and is a Chicago Zoological Association Associate Board Member. Outside of work she enjoys reading, traveling and exploring new places whenever she can.
Amy began her career in financial services in 2009 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021. Prior to her current position, she worked at Merrill Lynch and Credit Suisse as a Senior Registered Associate working with high-net-worth clients on an individual basis and making sure all their financial and operational needs were met.
Amy graduated from Illinois State University and holds her Certified Financial Planner® designation. Amy lives in Brookfield, IL with her husband Garrett, daughter Felicity and son Emmett. Outside of work, Amy enjoys both going to and volunteering at Brookfield Zoo and is a Chicago Zoological Association Associate Board Member. Outside of work she enjoys reading, traveling and exploring new places whenever she can.
About William Davern
Will Davern is a Planning Associate at Morgan Stanley providing dedicated financial planning support to Financial Advisors and their teams. Operating as an extension of the FA/Team, he collaborates with clients to discover and define the goals that matter most to them. Leveraging state of the art technology, he will evaluate various options and their potential outcomes to help clients confidently choose the appropriate course of action. Will provides expertise across a wide suite of Morgan Stanley planning tools designed to assist in the areas of investment accumulation, retirement, education, major purchase, cash flow, risk management, tax efficiency, and wealth transfer planning.
He earned both his undergraduate and graduate degree from Mercy University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial. Will is originally from Carmel, NY and currently resides in New Fairfield, CT.
He earned both his undergraduate and graduate degree from Mercy University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial. Will is originally from Carmel, NY and currently resides in New Fairfield, CT.
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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1Morgan 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.
2When 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.
3Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
4Morgan 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.
5Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
6Morgan 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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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
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The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
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The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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1Morgan 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.
2When 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.
3Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
4Morgan 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.
5Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
6Morgan 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.
7Morgan 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
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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CRC 6491812 (04/2024)
