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We’re committed to assembling the best possible team for you and your family, and following up with an unparalleled level of service. Our team takes a very disciplined approach to planning and investment management because we know how hard you’ve worked to achieve your goals, and we want to show that same level of diligence as we help you move toward the future you’ve envisioned.

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Working With You

The Stillwagon Group brings together their unwavering commitment, focus and diligence to help produce a sound financial future our clients can call their own. You’ve achieved success in your life. We roll up our sleeves to help you achieve what’s next for your future.

Converse

We are focused on serving your needs, personal as well as financial, so you can potentially build a meaningful life for you and your family.

Design

We develop a financial framework that puts planning at the backbone of your strategy, in an effort to enable you to continue to build and maintain the legacy you envision.

Construct

With an eye on diversifying investments through alternative options, we construct a risk-adjusted portfolio for your objectives.

 Review

We invest our time to build long-standing relationships with our clients so you understand your concerns are our own.

The Stillwagon Group Recognized

2023, 2024, 2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (2023, 2024, 2025) Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams ranking awarded in 2023, 2024, 2025. Each ranking was based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher). This evaluation process concluded in March of the previous year the award was issued, having commenced in March of the year before that. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to SHOOK Research LLC, for placement on its rankings. This ranking is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each Financial Advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations, and quantitative criteria, including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research LLC and may not be representative of any one client’s experience; investors must carefully choose the right Financial Advisor or team for their own situation and perform their own due diligence. These rankings are not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not affiliated with SHOOK Research LLC or Forbes. For more information, see www.SHOOKresearch.com.
2019 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (June 2019) 2019 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors ranking awarded in 2019. This ranking was determined based on an evaluation process conducted by SHOOK Research LLC (the research company) in partnership with Forbes (the publisher) during the period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19. Neither Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC nor its Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors paid a fee to SHOOK Research LLC to obtain or use the ranking. This ranking is based on in-person and telephone due diligence meetings to evaluate each advisor qualitatively, a major component of a ranking algorithm that includes client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations, and quantitative criteria, including assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion. Rankings are based on the opinions of SHOOK Research LLC and this ranking may not be representative of any one client’s experience. This ranking is not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not affiliated with SHOOK Research LLC or Forbes. For more information, see www.SHOOKresearch.com.

Location

40701 Woodward Ave.
Ste 200
Bloomfield Hills, MI 48304
US
Direct:
(248) 723-1818(248) 723-1818
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Meet The Stillwagon Group

About J Patrick Stillwagon

For 30 years, Patrick has worked to inform and guide his clients along their financial path, knowing that they value the long-standing relationships they’ve forged together. Patrick spent three years with Prudential Securities before joining Morgan Stanley in 1994, and has spent his career looking to provide comprehensive wealth and financial planning. In addition to creating customized and carefully developed financial planning and investment management strategies, Patrick helps his clients navigate the financial implications of major life transitions. He enjoys educating clients and their families on financial topics and creating collaborative relationships.

A graduate of the University of Dayton in Ohio, Patrick earned a Bachelor of Science degree in finance in 1992, and has continued to pursue continuing professional education to further his service to clients. He received a Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation from The Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania in 2005 and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2009. Patrick also attended the Consulting Group University in 2004, followed by the Consulting Group Graduate School in 2006. To support his clients across their full range of needs, Patrick has earned financial professional licenses including the Series 7, 31, 63, and 65, as well as life and health insurance licenses. He takes great pride in the industry-wide recognition of being named a Forbes Best in State Wealth Management Team in 2024.

Growing up in Farmington Hills, Michigan, Patrick's ties to the area run deep. He sees his community as an optimal place to raise a family—a big city with the feel of a small town—and "not a better place to live in this country.“ Currently living in Bloomfield Hills, Patrick, his wife Lori and their three children are avid golfers, skiers and enthusiastic supporters of their local sports teams.


Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams (2024)
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/22-3/31/23.
Securities Agent: AK, AL, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, FL, GA, IL, IN, KY, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO, MS, NC, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OR, PA, RI, SC, TN, TX, UT, VA, WA, WI, WY, ND; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1431003

About Jason P Drumheller

A part of the Stillwagon Group at Morgan Stanley for 20 years, Jason is committed to helping clients achieve their unique goals by focusing on a disciplined approach to financial planning and investing. He regularly builds strategies that include alternative investment options to help clients manage risk and addresses many aspects of each client’s financial planning needs beyond traditional investment management. Jason takes the time to get to know each client on a personal level so he can help them build a customized financial plan that is resilient and adaptable to their evolving needs.

Jason graduated from Lake Superior State University with a Bachelor of Science degree in business administration-management, and a minor in economics and finance. He earned the prestigious Family Wealth Advisor designation from Morgan Stanley along with attaining the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation in 2009. Jason holds the Series 3, 7, 63, and 65 securities licenses along with a life insurance license, all of which help him broaden the services he offers to clients. He was named by Forbes as one of the Best in State Next-Gen Financial Advisors in 2019 and is proud that the Stillwagon Group was honored as one of the Forbes Best in State Wealth Management Teams in 2023 and 2024.

Jason and his wife Rhonda are very active in the Detroit community and are involved in and support many local philanthropic organizations. Jason and his wife also share a passion for traveling, spending time with their friends and family, and golfing. Jason’s enjoyment of golf led him to a six-year commitment to being a member of the Detroit Golf Club Board of Directors. His service to the golf club culminated with his serving as the 115th president in the club’s storied history. This achievement was significant, as Jason was the youngest-serving president in the club’s more than 120 years.


2019 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded June 2019) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/18 - 3/31/19.

2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (2023, 2024 ). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Securities Agent: WY, TX, OH, MO, CT, FL, IN, PA, NV, UT, NJ, WI, VA, MN, SC, NH, GA, TN, AL, KY, AZ, NM, CA, ME, MS, DC, MD, MI, CO, IL, NC, AK, ND, MA, WA, RI, OR, NY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Transactional Futures/Commodities; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1423961

About James Gerrity, MBA

Jim has over 29 years of experience in the financial services industry, including 15 years as a Branch Service Manager. Jim is a true leader and mentor, and has been active in coaching and developing our staff during his 24 years with Morgan Stanley and our predecessor firms.

Continuous learning and growth have been a focus for Jim since his time as an undergraduate student at the University of Detroit Mercy. Jim holds a DBA in Data Analytics from Grand Canyon University and a PhD in Human Resource Management from Northcentral University. He also earned an MBA and M.S. in finance from Walsh College. In addition to his academic credentials, he has passed the Series 3, 4, 7, 8, 24, 27, 63, and 65 exams from the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, as well as State of Michigan Life, Accident and Health insurance certification. Jim has also taught doctoral, graduate and undergraduate quantitative methods classes at Walsh College and Trine University.

Outside the office and the classroom, Jim enjoys volunteering at Earthworks Urban Farm. A resident of Westland, Michigan, he also enjoys spending time with his wife Tiffany and daughters Madison and Gabrielle, ghost hunting, visiting ghost towns out west, and watching college basketball.

About Zoe Colovic

Zoe is a graduate of the Boston University Questrom School of Business with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and Management and a minor in history. She began her career with The Stillwagon Group in 2022 as a Client Service Associate.
She is registered with the Series 7, Series 63, and Series 65, as well as having her Life, Variable, and Accident & Health Insurance licenses. Zoe is a Registered Client Relationship Analyst and Financial Planning Specialist who works with clients on all aspects of their accounts.  She also assists the team in generating client facing analytics reports and financial plans. 
Zoe enjoys traveling and is native bilingual but enjoys learning different languages, cuisines, and cultures. Her other hobbies include playing the piano, gardening and bonsai, and volunteering in her community.

About Kaitlyn Vollbach

Kaitlyn joined The Stillwagon Group at Morgan Stanley as a Registered Client Service Associate in 2024, bringing 3 years of industry experience with her.  After graduating from Oakland University with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Accounting in 2021, Kaitlyn began her career in corporate accounting before starting at Morgan Stanley.   
In addition to her background in accounting Kaitlyn also holds both the Series 7 and 66 securities licenses. Kaitlyn is an integral part of the Stillwagon Group at Morgan Stanley’s service and operations team where she uses both her analytical and interpersonal skills to assist clients with their unique needs.
In her personal time Kaitlyn enjoys reading, spending time with her dog, Zeppelin and baking for family and friends.
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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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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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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
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Business Planning

Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
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  • Business Planning
  • Qualified Retirement Plans
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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
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