

The Scheid Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
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Our clients believe, as we do, in the importance of building longstanding relationships with their financial advisors. They have grown to depend on our ability to deeply listen to them, so we may clearly articulate their goals and aspirations. Above all, they have come to appreciate our true passion for wanting to help them solve their financial challenges.
With an emphasis on education and a commitment to outstanding service, our mission is simple: To provide objective, high quality wealth management advice to help empower you with a level confidence, so you may pursue your personal interests and enjoy the wealth you've created.
At The Scheid Group at Morgan Stanley, we enjoy sharing our knowledge, skills, and experience with you and your family to provide perspective and financial guidance as you take on new challenges. We are committed to helping you grow and protect your assets. Most importantly, we will work diligently to earn your confidence, so we may proudly be recognized as your family financial advisor – through every one of life's important milestones.
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- 401(k) Rollovers
- 529 PlansFootnote2
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote3
- AnnuitiesFootnote4
- Asset Management
- Cash ManagementFootnote5
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote6
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote7
- Financial PlanningFootnote8
- Lending Products
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote9
- Qualified Retirement PlansFootnote10
- Retirement PlanningFootnote11
- Trust AccountsFootnote12
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Meet The Scheid Group
About Michael Scheid
With a passion for comprehensive wealth management, Mike delivers objective advice through exceptional “high touch” service to the clients he proudly serves. He has extensive experience in asset selection, asset allocation and risk management. He enjoys helping people solve their financial challenges. It is this service that earned him the distinction of a Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor in 2022.
While earning his B.B.A. degree in Finance from the University of Kentucky, Mike began his financial services career as an intern at Dean Witter. Upon graduation, he joined the firm as an Associate, before moving to Hilliard Lyons in 1989, where he served as a Financial Advisor for 11 years. He became a member of the Morgan Stanley family in 2000.
Originally from Cincinnati, Mike currently lives in Louisville with his wife, Sherrill. They have three grown children and four granddaughters. He is an avid fly fisherman and in his free time enjoys fly tying, biking, open water swimming and playing with his grandchildren.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors (2022)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Apr 2022) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 6/30/20 - 6/30/21.
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About Michael Scheid Jr.
Michael enjoys working with clients on the big picture of overall planning down to the small details of portfolio implementation. He has extensive experience in securities analysis, estate planning, and capital raising.
While earning his B.B.A in Finance from the University of Notre Dame, Michael also competed on the university's varsity swimming and diving team. Michael began his financial services career as an equity research analyst with Baird covering the oil and gas sector. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2021, Michael spent half a decade working in private equity as a senior associate at Level Equity Management, where he helped software and technology business owners raise capital.
Originally from Louisville, Michael currently lives in Winter Park with his wife, Karishma. In his free time, he enjoys traveling with his wife.
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About Jeff Hicks
Jeff earned his B.S.B.A. degree in Marketing from the University of Louisville. He joined Morgan Stanley in early 2007, and began working with Mike later that year to form The Scheid Group. He earned his CFP® designation in 2011. Jeff’s mission is to guide his clients on the growth and preservation of their assets. His comprehensive process is focused on articulating each client’s needs, goals, dreams and challenges. This information then serves as the foundation for the development of a custom financial plan, which can be easily adapted to respond to life changes.
Jeff calls Louisville his home, where he lives with his wife, Nicole, and their two sons. He is an avid golfer and runner.
About Mona Jenkins
About Tara Guhy
A native of Louisville, Tara graduated from the University of Louisville in 2018 with a degree in Math. She enjoys spending time with family and expressing her creativity through baking and home improvement projects.
*Disclaimer: this role cannot solicit or provide investment advice

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About Mark Thompson
Mark Thompson is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Tennessee, Kentucky, and West Virginia.
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.
Mark began his career in financial services in 1995, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Private Banker at Merrill Lynch.
Mark is a graduate of St. Thomas University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Political Science. He lives in Franklin, Tennessee with his family. Outside of the office, Mark enjoys playing golf and hockey.
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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Business Planning
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Family
- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
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- Asset Management
- Wealth Planning
- Traditional Investments
- Alternative Investments
- Impact Investing
Philanthropy
- Endowments
- Foundations
- Donor Advised Funds
- Impact Investing
Retirement
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
- Retirement income strategies
- Retirement plan participants
- Annuities
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2Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
3Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
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9When 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.
10When 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.
11When 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.
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