Our Story and Services

Our investment strategy is value oriented, highly diversified and follows a disciplined process. We believe risk management is fundamental in helping our clients navigate market volatility. We believe that asset allocation and active management are the primary drivers of investment returns. Client recommendations are based on their objectives, risk tolerance and investment horizon. We develop a customized portfolio of individual securities, mutual funds, bonds, ETF’s and closed-end funds, as appropriate for each client. We adapt our broad model to help fit the needs of each individual client.
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OUR PROCESS: FOCUSED ON YOU

Our work with you starts with one or more in-depth, exploratory meetings. We need to understand your unique financial situation so we can offer you the best possible advice and solutions.
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    Getting Started
    Every client’s situation is unique; we begin by learning about you, your family and your financial complexities. What we learn helps us to formulate specific strategies and it helps us customize the entire relationship to your preferences and goals.
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    Developing Your Startegy
    After a comprehensive analysis of your goals and resources we share a customized financial plan. Managing wealth involves Identifying proper asset allocation to help achieve established goals. We pay close attention to risk management and tax and estate considerations.
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    Implementing Your Plan
    Next, we implement the investment strategy based on extensive analysis of expected results across a range of market scenarios. This process can help create the most efficient balance of risk and return for your specific strategy.
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    Measuring Your Success
    Achieving your goals requires ongoing stewardship. We help monitor progress and make adjustments to the financial plan and investment strategy. As markets and tax laws shift, life happens and priorities evolve.
    The Sardonyx Group Philosophy
    The Sardonyx Group Philosophy

Our Clients

We help people just like you, in every stage of life.

Whether you need help tackling college costs or taking full advantage of your employee stock options and retirement plan, we have solutions.
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    Corporate Executives
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    Pre-retirees & Recently Retired
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    Successful Individuals & Families
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    Nonprofit Organizations
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    Medical & Law Professionals
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    Small Business Owners
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    Digital Vault
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    Define Investment Strategy
    Our team works with you to assess a variety of scenarios and advise on the appropriate strategies designed to meet your goals. We design an investment strategy which helps produce optimal portfolio performance: the highest return potential consistent with the level of strategy risk.
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    Evaluate and Select Investments
    We look across multiple accounts and products to identify a combination which helps you invest tax efficiently and meet your spending needs. We leverage the global resources of Morgan Stanley to select investments to implement your personal strategy.
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    Continuous Review Process
    Periodically, we will review your financial situation recommending adjustments according to your needs, life events and changing market conditions. You have the ability to track your portfolio's performance relative to your stated objectives and modify the portfolio on a discretionary basis as your needs and circumstances change.
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VALUABLE TOOLS AND RESOURCES

We believe financial education leads to better insights into our investment strategy and discipline, and ultimately, better long-term decisions. As a result, we are committed to providing you with important information about managing your wealth more effectively in today's global markets.
We have assembled the following resources that reinforce the fundamental investment strategies and concepts of our practice. We've provided links to these materials, where available, and hope you'll return often to learn more about the topics that impact your overall wealth.
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    MS Reserved
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    Online Security Center
    Safeguarding your assets and personal information is paramount to us here at Morgan Stanley. Learn about our extensive security measures and take advantage of our numerous resources and ideas that are geared towards helping you stay protected on the World Wide Web.
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    Addressing Cybersecurity
    In a world that is now more virtual than ever, staying safe online is nothing short of paramount. Take advantage of these helpful hints on how to tell if you've been hacked.
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    Digital Vault
    Keeping important documents and financial records organized and readily available is one of the best gifts you can give those you love. In the event of catastrophe or serious illness, disability or death, your Family Records Organizer can immediately provide vital, timely information to both your family and professional advisors.
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    eDelivery
    eDelivery provides you with the ability to view statements and other Firm documents electronically in lieu of paper. Clients who are registered in Morgan Stanley Online may enroll in eDelivery.
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    Total Wealth View
    Complete your financial picture with Total Wealth View. By linking your account information, you will benefit from more informed wealth planning, more secure data access, and convenient connectivity.
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    Morgan Stanley Online
    Your investments and everyday finances are always just a few clicks away with Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
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    CashPlus
    CashPlus is a program that recognizes and rewards clients for choosing Morgan Stanley for their everyday cash management needs. This program provides clients with select benefits, savings, and enhanced services.
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Location

300 Granite Run Dr
Ste 300
Lancaster, PA 17601
US
Direct:
(717) 519-4943(717) 519-4943
Toll-Free:
(800) 873-0990(800) 873-0990

Meet The Sardonyx Group

About Jane Shipe

Jane began her career in 1985 at Merrill Lynch where she was a branch manager for a period of time. She has earned her Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation and is a Portfolio Management Director and Senior Vice President. Jane and her team focus on a wealth management process, which includes a goals-based customized financial plan.  Jane and her team are Portfolio Managers and part of a select group of Morgan Stanley Advisors who are qualified by the firm to manage client assets on a discretionary basis.  Jane and her partners have decades of experience and a strong commitment to working hard with and for their clients.

As an alumnus of The Pennsylvania State University, Jane remains involved with The Penn State Alumni Society and is a former board member of Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster. Jane is also a supporter of a Lancaster based animal rescue organization, ORCA (Organization Responsible Care of Animals).
Securities Agent: CA, AK, NJ, MD, FL, WA, ME, MI, VA, SC, NH, MT, PA, OH, CT, AZ, TN, AL, TX, NC, WV, NY, MA, IA, AR, VT, HI, GA, DE, DC, CO; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1380803

About Kelly Trach

Kelly began her career in 2000 at Merrill Lynch.  She is a Certified Financial Planner™, a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor, Senior Portfolio Manager and Senior Vice President.  Kelly and her team focus on a wealth management process, which includes a goals-based, customized financial plan.  Kelly and her team are Portfolio Managers and part of a select group of Morgan Stanley Advisors who are qualified by the firm to manage client assets on a discretionary basis.  Kelly and her partners have decades of combined experience and a strong commitment to working hard with and for their clients. 

Kelly is a graduate of Robert Morris University, former Chairman of the Board of the American Heart Association and Chair of the Planned Giving Council of Hospice and Community Care of Lancaster.
Securities Agent: WA, AZ, MA, CA, MI, WV, VT, NH, MT, AR, TX, SC, PA, FL, AL, DC, OH, ME, MD, CO, AK, TN, NY, IA, NJ, NC, DE, VA, HI, GA, CT; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1282924
AR Insurance License #: 3927088

About Evan King

Evan began his career in 2017 at Merrill Lynch where he built and grew his business. Evan and his team focus on a wealth management process, which includes a goals-based customized financial plan. Evan and his team are Portfolio Managers and part of a select group of Morgan Stanley Advisors who are qualified by the firm to manage client assets on a discretionary basis. Evan and his partners have experience and a strong commitment to working hard with and for their clients.

Evan is a graduate of Millersville University where he received his BS and MBA. Evan played baseball for Millersville University and signed professionally with the Southern Illinois Miner’s in the Frontier League. He is an avid supporter of the MS Society, Millersville Baseball program, SD Project, and coaches youth baseball.


The individuals mentioned as the Portfolio Management Team are Financial Advisors with Morgan Stanley participating in the Morgan Stanley Portfolio Management program. The Portfolio Management program is an investment advisory program in which the client’s Financial Advisor invests the client’s assets on a discretionary basis in a range of securities. The Portfolio Management program is described in the applicable Morgan Stanley ADV Part 2, available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV or from your Financial Advisor.
Securities Agent: DC, NJ, MI, SC, WV, VT, WA, VA, TX, TN, PA, OH, NY, NH, NC, MT, ME, MD, MA, IA, HI, FL, DE, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AK, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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About Donna Riccio

Donna has worked for Morgan Stanley since 1999.  She joined The JKG Group in 2014.  She has held various service roles in her career, holds her securities licenses, and has earned the Portfolio Associate designation in 2015.  

Donna has multifaceted duties, which includes assisting with managed accounts, marketing, website support and establishing Trust, and Estate accounts.  Her complex problem solving skills are an asset to the JKG Group client experience.  Donna enjoys giving personal and detailed attention to all clients.

Born and raised in New York, Donna has resided in Berks County for over 25 years with her husband, their college aged children, and her two cockapoo dogs.  In her spare time, Donna enjoys her family time, cooking, traveling, theatre, and concerts.

About Jennifer Guthier

Jennifer joined Morgan Stanley in 2006. She holds various licenses to assist with operations for the team, including series 7 and 65. In her current role as Portfolio Associate, Jennifer is focused on client service and communication. Jennifer graduated from Kutztown University. She resides in Sinking Spring and during her free time, she enjoys hiking and gardening.
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Portfolio Insights

Retirement

Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
  • 401(k) Rollovers
  • IRA Plans
  • Retirement income strategies
  • Retirement plan participants
  • Annuities
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4 Financially Smart Ways to Take Money Out of Retirement Accounts

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Investing

Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
  • Asset Management
  • Wealth Planning
  • Traditional Investments
  • Alternative Investments
  • Impact Investing
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2025 Global Economic Outlook: U.S. Policies May Temper Global Growth

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Family

Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
  • Estate Planning Strategies
  • 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
  • Long Term Care Insurance
  • Special Needs Planning
  • Trust Services
Are You Prepared for Tax Day?
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Are You Prepared for Tax Day?

The countdown to Tax Day has begun. Here are some strategies to consider as the deadline approaches.

Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
  • Succession Planning
  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
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Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business

Selling your business can mean big changes for your life, both personally and financially. Know how to make the most of your windfall.

Philanthropy

Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
  • Endowments
  • Foundations
  • Donor Advised Funds
  • Impact Investing
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 
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Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving 

There’s more to charitable giving than you may realize. Here’s one method that may be a tax-efficient way to give and can help maximize your impact.

Mosaic

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A Change of Greenery

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