

The New England Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley
Direct:
(413) 734-7311(413) 734-7311
Toll-Free:
(800) 628-9046(800) 628-9046

Our Mission Statement
Helping you write the next chapter of your financial life
Our Story
If you are like many of our clients, you have worked hard at your careers and have much to show for it. What you may now be seeking is someone who will work with you to help preserve your assets and increase your preparedness for the next stage of your life.
The New England Wealth Management Group is a team of experienced financial professionals who has helped numerous families, businesses and institutions meet the challenges standing between them and their financial goals. Our focus includes investments but goes far beyond to encompass virtually every aspect of your financial life through a personalized, comprehensive planning process. As a result, we have served as the go-to source for information and guidance whenever our clients have a financial question, concern or issue to address.
The New England Wealth Management Group is a team of experienced financial professionals who has helped numerous families, businesses and institutions meet the challenges standing between them and their financial goals. Our focus includes investments but goes far beyond to encompass virtually every aspect of your financial life through a personalized, comprehensive planning process. As a result, we have served as the go-to source for information and guidance whenever our clients have a financial question, concern or issue to address.
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Our Clients
We take pride in the depth and longevity of our client relationships. Many of our clients have been with us for decades and a number of them have introduced us to their children and grandchildren so we can continue to provide them with sound financial advice.
As you would expect, our clients include affluent families, successful business owners and corporate executives who are well established in their communities and careers. They have already built substantial wealth in many cases and are looking to us to help preserve what they’ve accumulated.
In addition, our clientele includes thriving businesses seeking to attract and retain talented employees with 401(k), 403(b) and other retirement plans. These clients are often all too aware that managing a comprehensive retirement plan for their employees requires a unique set of skills. As fiduciaries, they are responsible for selecting and monitoring service providers and investments, while also adhering to ERISA?regulations. The question for these clients is how to perform these tasks without diverting attention from core business issues. That’s where we can help. Our team can assist in:
As you would expect, our clients include affluent families, successful business owners and corporate executives who are well established in their communities and careers. They have already built substantial wealth in many cases and are looking to us to help preserve what they’ve accumulated.
In addition, our clientele includes thriving businesses seeking to attract and retain talented employees with 401(k), 403(b) and other retirement plans. These clients are often all too aware that managing a comprehensive retirement plan for their employees requires a unique set of skills. As fiduciaries, they are responsible for selecting and monitoring service providers and investments, while also adhering to ERISA?regulations. The question for these clients is how to perform these tasks without diverting attention from core business issues. That’s where we can help. Our team can assist in:
- Selecting the provider that best meets the plan’s needs and the sponsor’s concerns and circumstances
- Developing an appropriate Investment Policy for the plan
- Monitoring investment options over time and adding or eliminating options when necessary
- Providing education programs and one-to-one counseling for plan participants
- Complying with all IRS and Department of Labor regulations governing fiduciary and other plan sponsor responsibilities
Working With You

Over the decades, we have developed warm, long-standing client relationships because of the honesty we deliver and the trust that develops as a result of our commitment to being open and forthright. We take great pride in doing the right thing. It is at the heart of what we do.
Our collaborative process begins with conversations focused on thorough due diligence and gaining a comprehensive understanding of your financial life and aspirations. We utilize a time-tested process for helping to protect and grow wealth.
Our collaborative process begins with conversations focused on thorough due diligence and gaining a comprehensive understanding of your financial life and aspirations. We utilize a time-tested process for helping to protect and grow wealth.
Discovery Meeting
This in-depth conversation is designed to identify what is truly important to you, so we may create a customized plan fully aligned with your goals.
Create Wealth Management and Investment Plan
From this ongoing dialogue, we will analyze your current situation and develop specific strategies as part of your detailed wealth management and investment plan.
Plan Implementation
At this interactive presentation we will answer specific questions regarding the implementation of your plan and set up any desired services, such as online access, electronic delivery and automatic bill pay.
Regular Process Meetings
Ongoing phone calls or meetings focus on reviewing your progress and determining any adjustment that may be necessary, based on changes in the market and your personal situation.
Depth of Client Service:
Our clients know a team member will be in the office to answer any question they may have – large or small- or return their call ASAP.
Beyond your investments, we often work with Morgan Stanley specialists in such disciplines as lending, trusts and insurance to get their input on your overall financial situation and implement their suggestions, when appropriate.
Beyond your investments, we often work with Morgan Stanley specialists in such disciplines as lending, trusts and insurance to get their input on your overall financial situation and implement their suggestions, when appropriate.
Location
1500 Main St
19th Fl
Springfield, MA 01115
US
Direct:
(413) 734-7311(413) 734-7311
Toll-Free:
(800) 628-9046(800) 628-9046
Meet The New England Wealth Management Group
About John Carty Jr.
John co-founded The New England Wealth Management Group and is also the branch manager of Morgan Stanley’s Springfield, MA office. As a financial services veteran with more than 20 years of experience, John joined Morgan Stanley in 2008 after building a thriving practice at two previous firms. His approach to working with clients and their families is based on comprehensive financial planning that encompasses asset management, lending and estate planning strategies.
In addition to working with individuals, John supports companies in effectively managing their retirement plans. John is among a select few Financial Advisors at Morgan Stanley to have earned the Corporate Retirement Director title. His specialized knowledge has granted him recognition throughout the retirement plan sector. John consults with 401(k) plan sponsors, and other defined contribution retirement plans and defined benefit plans.
John earned a B.S. in Communications with a concentration in Economics from The University of Massachusetts Amherst. He has been an active member of his community, serving on the board of the YMCA in Farmington, CT and coaching youth sports in Simsbury, CT; where he raised his son and daughter.
In addition to working with individuals, John supports companies in effectively managing their retirement plans. John is among a select few Financial Advisors at Morgan Stanley to have earned the Corporate Retirement Director title. His specialized knowledge has granted him recognition throughout the retirement plan sector. John consults with 401(k) plan sponsors, and other defined contribution retirement plans and defined benefit plans.
John earned a B.S. in Communications with a concentration in Economics from The University of Massachusetts Amherst. He has been an active member of his community, serving on the board of the YMCA in Farmington, CT and coaching youth sports in Simsbury, CT; where he raised his son and daughter.
Securities Agent: CA, VT, OK, WI, CT, MD, TN, VI, NC, ME, NY, MN, MI, OH, OR, WV, NV, DC, NE, NJ, VA, PA, NH, SD, TX, HI, GA, UT, WA, MA, MS, IL, MT, FL, AL, AR, SC, ND, RI, AZ, CO, PR, AK, NM, MO, KS, KY, LA, IN, DE, IA, ID, WY; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1132172
NMLS#: 1132172
About John J. Peterson
John co-founded The New England Wealth Management Group and brings more than 30 years of experience to every client he serves. As a Morgan Stanley Senior Portfolio Manager, he manages equities on a discretionary basis for clients who prefer not to make their own investment decisions. He also manages fixed income on a non-discretionary basis, employing a buy-and-hold approach for clients seeking income and preservation of capital.
John is a graduate of University of Massachusetts in Amherst with a double major in economics and legal studies. John began his career at Shearson Lehman in 1985 and then moved to Kidder Peabody in 1989. John and his team joined Morgan Stanley in 2008.
An avid fly fisherman, John was a long-time supporter of Casting for Recovery, an organization dedicated to providing healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. He has also mentored several young entrepreneurs in their efforts to start innovative businesses.
John, his wife Maryanne and their daughter Julie reside in Wilbraham.
John is a graduate of University of Massachusetts in Amherst with a double major in economics and legal studies. John began his career at Shearson Lehman in 1985 and then moved to Kidder Peabody in 1989. John and his team joined Morgan Stanley in 2008.
An avid fly fisherman, John was a long-time supporter of Casting for Recovery, an organization dedicated to providing healing outdoor retreats for women with breast cancer. He has also mentored several young entrepreneurs in their efforts to start innovative businesses.
John, his wife Maryanne and their daughter Julie reside in Wilbraham.
Securities Agent: OH, SC, MO, MA, WA, VA, HI, WY, VT, UT, TX, TN, RI, PA, OR, NY, NM, NJ, NH, NC, MT, MS, MI, ME, MD, LA, IN, IL, GA, FL, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AL, AK, NV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1253214
NMLS#: 1253214
About Brett M. Singer
Brett has been in the Financial Services industry for over 30 years; starting his career at Merrill Lynch and spending the remainder of that time at Morgan Stanley, where he also held the role of Branch Manager. His primary focus throughout this period, has been to help clients achieve a successful and fruitful retirement. This has been accomplished by carefully listening to client’s needs and concerns and then employing comprehensive and sophisticated financial planning tools, along with suitable portfolio composition, to meet those needs.
He is also well experienced within the corporate finance arena, where he assists non-profit organizations and charitable institutions to help meet their goals. In addition, he works with small to mid-sized companies in helping to develop and successfully manage their corporate retirement programs.
Brett earned his BA from The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth and his MBA in Finance, from The Western New England University. He has been active in many local non-profit organizations in and around the Springfield area.
He is also well experienced within the corporate finance arena, where he assists non-profit organizations and charitable institutions to help meet their goals. In addition, he works with small to mid-sized companies in helping to develop and successfully manage their corporate retirement programs.
Brett earned his BA from The University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth and his MBA in Finance, from The Western New England University. He has been active in many local non-profit organizations in and around the Springfield area.
Securities Agent: RI, WA, PA, OR, NJ, NC, UT, TX, MO, IN, CA, VT, OH, NV, NH, MS, MA, AK, MN, ME, HI, GA, AL, TN, AZ, NY, CO, NM, MD, FL, CT, VA, SC, MT, MI, LA, DC; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 31461
NMLS#: 31461
About Jocelyn Mitchell
Jocelyn joined the New England Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley in 2021 with over 30 years of experience in banking and financial services. Jocelyn has held her investment licenses since 2000 and earned her CFP® designation in 2020.
Jocelyn has a passion for educating her clients and helping them make informed decisions. As a CFP® professional, Jocelyn works closely with her clients to create and implement goals-based plans that focus on all aspects of their financial well-being.
Jocelyn earned both her BA in Economics and Math and her MBA in Finance from the University of Connecticut. She is active in her community and has served on several boards over the years. Jocelyn is currently serving on the board of the Farmington Valley YMCA.
Jocelyn resides in Canton Ct with her husband Dennis and two college-age children. Together they enjoy an active lifestyle of cycling, skiing and golf.
Jocelyn has a passion for educating her clients and helping them make informed decisions. As a CFP® professional, Jocelyn works closely with her clients to create and implement goals-based plans that focus on all aspects of their financial well-being.
Jocelyn earned both her BA in Economics and Math and her MBA in Finance from the University of Connecticut. She is active in her community and has served on several boards over the years. Jocelyn is currently serving on the board of the Farmington Valley YMCA.
Jocelyn resides in Canton Ct with her husband Dennis and two college-age children. Together they enjoy an active lifestyle of cycling, skiing and golf.
Securities Agent: AZ, LA, RI, NC, MD, GA, DC, AK, VT, UT, OH, MT, IN, NV, ME, CT, TX, VA, NY, NM, NH, AL, MI, MA, WA, TN, PA, NJ, FL, CA, SC, CO, OR, MO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 463735
NMLS#: 463735
About David T. Huntley
David has over 26 years of experience in the financial services industry. Throughout his career, David’s creativity, knowledge, and advice has helped individuals, families and businesses achieve their financial goals, maintain financial stability, and manage risk.
David grew up in western MA and currently lives in West Suffield, CT with his wife, Sue. They enjoy sports cars and spending time with their grandchildren and friends.
David grew up in western MA and currently lives in West Suffield, CT with his wife, Sue. They enjoy sports cars and spending time with their grandchildren and friends.
Securities Agent: VT, AL, WA, MS, MA, CO, AZ, VA, TN, SC, OH, MO, IN, NC, ME, MD, GA, NV, NH, TX, NY, NJ, LA, FL, DC, CT, AK, UT, PA, CA, RI, OR, NM, MT, MI; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1273011
NMLS#: 1273011
About Me
Sophie Stevens joined New England Wealth Management Group and Morgan Stanley in December 2022 as a banking and financial professional with over 30 years of experience. She has a diverse background ranging from developing corporate institutional money management and investment processes, to working with individuals and their families in financial planning and wealth management. Leading with financial planning, Sophie is a future-focused advisor to elevate access to investments, products, solutions and information to her clients. Her planning process is designed to help define financial goals and values, then build a customized plan. This may include risk management, legacy and estate planning strategies, retirement planning, debt management, insurance, tax-efficient investment planning, investment and wealth management, leveraging strategic resources and more. Professional training includes Advanced Financial Planning, Certified Financial Manager, Connecticut (Florida, Massachusetts and New York) Health and Life, Connecticut Partnership for Long Term Care, Member of Avon and West Hartford Chambers of Commerce.
Securities Agent: NY, CT, AZ, FL, OH, NH, MN, AK, WA, UT, TX, PA, MI, MT, ME, IN, DC, AL, TN, SC, MO, MD, MA, LA, VA, NV, NM, NC, GA, CA, VT, MS, RI, CO, OR, NJ; General Securities Principal; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2479524
NMLS#: 2479524
About Tami Maurice
Tami has been working with John Peterson for over 30 years. During that time, she has helped clients open accounts, gather information for tax preparation, arrange for distributions and perform a multitude of tasks that have helped simplify their financial lives.
A graduate of North Adams State with a degree in Marketing, Tami went on to Western New England University where she earned an MBA in Finance. She realized early in her career that helping people was her passion and, in fact, many of the clients she has served over the years have become her friends.
Active in her community, Tami is an avid cyclist and participates in the grueling Pan-Mass Challenge, a well-known charitable event that raises funds for cancer. In addition to riding her bike from Sturbridge to Provincetown, Tami has coached her children’s soccer teams in Westfield for 15 years.
Tami currently reside in West Springfield.
A graduate of North Adams State with a degree in Marketing, Tami went on to Western New England University where she earned an MBA in Finance. She realized early in her career that helping people was her passion and, in fact, many of the clients she has served over the years have become her friends.
Active in her community, Tami is an avid cyclist and participates in the grueling Pan-Mass Challenge, a well-known charitable event that raises funds for cancer. In addition to riding her bike from Sturbridge to Provincetown, Tami has coached her children’s soccer teams in Westfield for 15 years.
Tami currently reside in West Springfield.
About Diane Stone
Diane started her career in 1991 with Kidder Peabody as an intern in high school. She quickly became interested in a career in the financial industry and was hired as an assistant to a team of Financial Advisors upon her graduating high school. During her 30 years career she has become an advocate for clients and her advisors by providing knowledgeable customer support in all areas of their daily operational needs as well as company policies and procedures. She currently holds her Series 7 and Series 63.
Diane and her two sons reside in West Springfield where she is actively involved with their academics and their various high school and college sports. She has organized many events with the Relay for Life, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Wreaths Across America and Friends of the Homeless as well as many other non-profit organizations.
Diane and her two sons reside in West Springfield where she is actively involved with their academics and their various high school and college sports. She has organized many events with the Relay for Life, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, Wreaths Across America and Friends of the Homeless as well as many other non-profit organizations.
About Ian Singer
Ian earned his Bachelor of Arts degree in Political Science and Anthropology from Union College in Schenectady, NY. Post college, he furthered his education by obtaining a Paralegal Studies certificate from Middlesex College in Lowell, MA. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he was in retail management.
He is an avid amateur photographer who enjoys photographing the world around him. In addition, he enjoys writing poetry, playing a round of golf and skiing.
He was raised in Westfield, MA and currently lives in Southwick, MA.
He is an avid amateur photographer who enjoys photographing the world around him. In addition, he enjoys writing poetry, playing a round of golf and skiing.
He was raised in Westfield, MA and currently lives in Southwick, MA.

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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.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
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 always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
3Morgan 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
4Morgan 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.
5When 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.
6Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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:
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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.
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