Marc J Walters, CFP®
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Director
Phone:
(813) 227-2034(813) 227-2034
The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley
Our Mission Statement
Our core mission is to help provide clarity and guidance as you navigate the transitions in your life and help you move confidently toward your financial goals.
Our Story
At the Walters Group at Morgan Stanley, our advisors have over 150 years of collective experience helping successful people manage their finances. We work hard to understand the individual needs and aspirations of our clients, and are dedicated to providing them with an exceptional level of responsive service. We are proud that we have been entrusted with more than $3 Billion dollars in client assets under management.
If you choose The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley to help you with your financial planning, you can expect to work with an experienced advisors who takes the time to understand your goals, concerns, and challenges. You will have help in creating a holistic financial plan that not only incorporates your investments, but also your company benefit plans, government benefits, insurance policies, estate planning, and other aspects of your financial life. Your questions will be answered, your concerns will be addressed, and you will always know who to call for honest and candid advice about your financial matters.
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If you choose The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley to help you with your financial planning, you can expect to work with an experienced advisors who takes the time to understand your goals, concerns, and challenges. You will have help in creating a holistic financial plan that not only incorporates your investments, but also your company benefit plans, government benefits, insurance policies, estate planning, and other aspects of your financial life. Your questions will be answered, your concerns will be addressed, and you will always know who to call for honest and candid advice about your financial matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
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Our Clients
Our clients are hard-working people who have built successful careers, thriving businesses, or both. They have saved diligently, taking advantage of the incentive and retirement programs their companies have offered them. They often come to us for help in making the best use of those programs, and stay for advice in achieving a successful financial future.
Together, we work to create a financial plan that is designed to allow them to maintain their lifestyle in retirement while helping out the people and the causes that are closes to their hearts.
Our core mission is to help you navigate the transitions in your life and move confidently toward your financial goals.
Together, we work to create a financial plan that is designed to allow them to maintain their lifestyle in retirement while helping out the people and the causes that are closes to their hearts.
Our core mission is to help you navigate the transitions in your life and move confidently toward your financial goals.
Corporate Employees
Whether you’re a few years out from retirement, or recently received a promotion leading to a more complex compensation structure, we take these into consideration to generate a plan curated for you that can help build your assets on your journey of financial success. Whatever the complexities are, we are ready to help you meet your goals
Business Owners
Whether you require assistance navigating the sale or transfer of your business, the advice or capital required to grow the business, looking to provide your employees with a 401K, or simply a plan designed to safeguard your assets and build on your continued success, we are here to help you
Multi-Generational Families
Given the complexity of challenges, aspirations and opportunities of multi-generational families. We can help you create a customized, comprehensive estate planning strategy to help protect and achieve your unique vision of a successful life and legacy for you and your family.
Our Planning Process
Our process begins with you, your investment objectives and your financial goals. Our approach is holistic and encompasses all the elements of your financial life. We will work closely with you to create a tailored strategy to get you there.
Discovery
We take the time to fully evaluate and understand the financial goals of you and your family. Whatever the situation, planning for retirement, looking for tax efficiencies, and defending your estate. We consider all of your needs, wants, and desires when building your financial plan. To do this, we need to understand what is most important to you.
Evaluation & Implementation
Using our institutional risk management framework to assess current assets and risk exposures, we will begin to construct a financial plan that resembles the vision you shared with me in discovery. Then, with your approval, we begin to implement the plan.
Communication
To ensure a personalized experience, we customize a communication plan that takes into account your preferences. The truth is, life throws curve balls and so do the markets, that's why we continuously communicate and work closely with each client.
Ongoing Review
Lastly, we meet regularly to ensure your plan and goals remains current and look at the progress made towards achieving your goals.
LifeView Financial Goal Analysis
Through the use of the LifeView Goal Analysis tool, we will work with you to create a personalized financial plan. Over time, we will adapt it to changing circumstances, helping you achieve your goals and protect what is meaningful to you.
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Meet The Walters Group
Sean Weber, CRPC®
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(813) 227-2191(813) 227-2191
Todd Steven Austin, CRPC®
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(813) 227-2062(813) 227-2062
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director
Phone:
(972) 964-4507(972) 964-4507
Brandon Swan, CRPC®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(813) 227-2141(813) 227-2141
Phone:
(813) 227-2017(813) 227-2017
Financial Advisor, Portfolio Manager, Financial Planning Specialist, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(972) 943-7209(972) 943-7209
Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(972) 943-7289(972) 943-7289
Jose Arguello
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(813) 227-2125(813) 227-2125
Ruth Jordan
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(813) 227-2051(813) 227-2051
Dana Thor
Senior Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(813) 227-2031(813) 227-2031
Claire Cajthaml
Senior Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(813) 227-2114(813) 227-2114
Suzanne Elliott
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(813) 227-2114(813) 227-2114
About Marc J Walters
Marc has provided customized investment advice for over 30 years. He began his career at Merrill Lynch in 1995 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2011. Early in his career, most of his peers were sole practitioners. As his business continued to grow, he felt forming a team would enhance the breadth and depth of services he could offer to their growing affluent client base.
The Walters Group now has been working together as an integrated team for over 25 years, and includes 9 Financial Advisors, and 5 Registered Client Service Associates. Marc helps oversee this team whose clients have entrusted us with over $3 billion of assets under management (as of Aug. 17th, 2026).
As a Family Wealth Director, Marc is not your typical Financial Advisor. His responsibilities and training are geared specifically for working with and understanding the needs, demands, and values of Ultra High Net Worth families. His expertise and knowledge go beyond the traditional stock/bond asset allocations strategies.
Along with our team, Marc helps deliver a comprehensive client experience encompassing complex financial transactions to include Customized Portfolio Solutions, Alternative Investments, Business Succession Planning, Comprehensive Estate Planning, Full Insurance Analysis, Executive Benefits and Compensation, Concentrated Stock, Asset Protection, as well as Private Banking Lending, to name a few.
Marc is approved within the Morgan Stanley’s Portfolio Management Program (PM) for specially qualified Financial Advisors within Morgan Stanley. As a Senior Portfolio Manager in this Program, he can build and manage customized investment strategies on a discretionary basis that draw on his investment experience. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Board of Standards, Inc. As a Family Wealth Director, which is part of the Private Bank at Morgan Stanley, Marc and his team can provide exclusive access and bring the ENTIRE Morgan Stanley firm to you!
A graduate of Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Marc is active in professional and community organizations. He volunteers with North Tampa Youth Baseball, All Children’s Hospital, and Ronald McDonald House. Marc and his wife Melissa have five children — Isabella, Olivia, Gabrielle, Jett, and Steele — and live in Tampa, Florida.
The Walters Group now has been working together as an integrated team for over 25 years, and includes 9 Financial Advisors, and 5 Registered Client Service Associates. Marc helps oversee this team whose clients have entrusted us with over $3 billion of assets under management (as of Aug. 17th, 2026).
As a Family Wealth Director, Marc is not your typical Financial Advisor. His responsibilities and training are geared specifically for working with and understanding the needs, demands, and values of Ultra High Net Worth families. His expertise and knowledge go beyond the traditional stock/bond asset allocations strategies.
Along with our team, Marc helps deliver a comprehensive client experience encompassing complex financial transactions to include Customized Portfolio Solutions, Alternative Investments, Business Succession Planning, Comprehensive Estate Planning, Full Insurance Analysis, Executive Benefits and Compensation, Concentrated Stock, Asset Protection, as well as Private Banking Lending, to name a few.
Marc is approved within the Morgan Stanley’s Portfolio Management Program (PM) for specially qualified Financial Advisors within Morgan Stanley. As a Senior Portfolio Manager in this Program, he can build and manage customized investment strategies on a discretionary basis that draw on his investment experience. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERTM certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Board of Standards, Inc. As a Family Wealth Director, which is part of the Private Bank at Morgan Stanley, Marc and his team can provide exclusive access and bring the ENTIRE Morgan Stanley firm to you!
A graduate of Florida State University with a bachelor’s degree in finance, Marc is active in professional and community organizations. He volunteers with North Tampa Youth Baseball, All Children’s Hospital, and Ronald McDonald House. Marc and his wife Melissa have five children — Isabella, Olivia, Gabrielle, Jett, and Steele — and live in Tampa, Florida.
Securities Agent: TN, AL, WA, OK, MN, MI, KY, VA, CT, WY, NH, IA, GA, NM, ME, HI, MO, MD, MA, IL, AR, OR, NV, IN, CO, PA, NY, NJ, NE, NC, MS, LA, FL, DE, CA, WI, UT, TX, VT, SC, RI, OH, ID, AZ; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 521301
NMLS#: 521301
About Sean Weber
Sean has been helping people plan for and enjoy financially secure futures for over 25 years. As a Portfolio Manager within Morgan Stanley’s PM program, Sean’s clients benefit from his ability to manage their assets with portfolio strategies uniquely designed to help them meet their personal investment objectives. Sean also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorTM (CRPC®) certification. He is passionate about helping build financially secure futures for his clients.
Sean graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. He enjoys a happy chaos at home with his wife, Anna, and their five children, Ava, Liam, Drew, Gabby and Hayes. Sean and his family are active within their church, Christ the King, and throughout the community. He is an enthusiastic volunteer at Metropolitan Ministries, Feeding Tampa Bay, and his children’s school. Sean and his family also enjoy boating and cheering on the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Sean graduated from the University of Colorado in Boulder with a Bachelor’s degree in Economics. He enjoys a happy chaos at home with his wife, Anna, and their five children, Ava, Liam, Drew, Gabby and Hayes. Sean and his family are active within their church, Christ the King, and throughout the community. He is an enthusiastic volunteer at Metropolitan Ministries, Feeding Tampa Bay, and his children’s school. Sean and his family also enjoy boating and cheering on the Tampa Bay Lightning.
Securities Agent: GA, FL, LA, NH, MS, MA, IN, ID, DC, MN, MD, HI, SC, RI, NY, MI, IA, AL, UT, TX, PA, OH, NJ, NC, ME, CA, WA, OR, NV, NE, VT, OK, KY, DE, CT, AR, VA, NM, MO, IL, CO, AZ, WY, WI, TN; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 521303
CA Insurance License #: 0H13462
AR Insurance License #: 6771252
NMLS#: 521303
CA Insurance License #: 0H13462
AR Insurance License #: 6771252
About Todd Steven Austin
Todd joined the team in 2002, after gaining five years of financial industry experience. He draws on a deep understanding of wealth management, stock option and cash flow planning strategies to help clients prepare for retirement. Todd is approved as a Portfolio Manager within the Morgan Stanley PM Program. This enables him to build and manage customized investment strategies that draw on his investment experience. In addition to the Portfolio Manager designation, he also is a Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM (CRPC®).
Todd received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Florida State University. He is involved in the United Way and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which helps fulfill dreams for terminally ill children. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Tampa with their two children, Mckenzie and Reese. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf, tennis and boating.
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.
Todd received his Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Florida State University. He is involved in the United Way and the Make-A-Wish Foundation, which helps fulfill dreams for terminally ill children. He and his wife, Jennifer, live in Tampa with their two children, Mckenzie and Reese. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf, tennis and boating.
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: OR, ID, VT, ME, DE, MO, GA, OH, MA, HI, WI, UT, IN, FL, TX, OK, NV, NM, NH, NE, MN, MD, IA, TN, SC, NC, LA, KY, CT, CO, AZ, AL, VA, IL, CA, WY, WA, RI, PR, PA, NY, NJ, MS, MI, AR; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 521251
CA Insurance License #: 0H13380
AR Insurance License #: 2888793
NMLS#: 521251
CA Insurance License #: 0H13380
AR Insurance License #: 2888793
About Steven H. Lauder
After 20 years of service with the United States Air Force, most recently as a program manager, Steven started in the financial services industry in 2004, and later joined the team in 2006. Steven is dedicated to developing enduring relationships with “baby boomer” clients, and enjoys offering financial advice and guidance to help clients prepare for retirement. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner™ Board of Standards, Inc.
Steven earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington before going on to graduate from the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton, Ohio, with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Steven also earned an M.B.A. at the National University in San Diego, California. He lives in Lewisville, Texas, with his wife, Qing, and their children, Andrew, Wesley, and Shindy.
NMLS # 535821
CA License OH76037
Steven earned a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering Physics from Pacific Lutheran University in Tacoma, Washington before going on to graduate from the Air Force Institute of Technology in Dayton, Ohio, with a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering. Steven also earned an M.B.A. at the National University in San Diego, California. He lives in Lewisville, Texas, with his wife, Qing, and their children, Andrew, Wesley, and Shindy.
NMLS # 535821
CA License OH76037
Securities Agent: OH, OK, IL, AZ, VT, OR, MO, KY, CT, VA, UT, RI, MA, LA, TN, SC, NM, NE, WY, NH, MS, MI, HI, GA, FL, CO, AR, WA, TX, MN, ME, WI, PA, NY, NV, NJ, MD, CA, AL, NC, IN, ID, IA, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 535821
CA Insurance License #: 0H76037
NMLS#: 535821
CA Insurance License #: 0H76037
About Brandon Swan
Brandon is a licensed financial advisor and Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorSM (CRPC®) with The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley. As an advisor, He builds customized wealth management plans with each of his clients to help them achieve their financial goals. Brandon’s clients come from all walks of life including: first-time investors, seasoned investment professionals, corporate executives, entrepreneurs and professional athletes. What Brandon enjoys most is getting to know his clients on a personal level, hearing their backgrounds and helping them plot a course for their future. Brandon takes great pride in forming lifelong relationships with his clients to ensure these customized plans stay current through life’s changes and for generations to come.
Although Brandon is originally from Wisconsin, he has been living in Tampa for over 15 years. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Finance and has been a member of the Walters Group for over a decade. Brandon and his wife, Kasey, their two sons, Grant & Beau, along with their Vizsla, Stella, currently reside in South Tampa. They are passionate about traveling and experiencing new cultures, all outdoor activities, and sports year round. They’re also engaged in their local community and active in their church, Radiant of South Tampa.
Although Brandon is originally from Wisconsin, he has been living in Tampa for over 15 years. He graduated from the University of South Florida with a degree in Finance and has been a member of the Walters Group for over a decade. Brandon and his wife, Kasey, their two sons, Grant & Beau, along with their Vizsla, Stella, currently reside in South Tampa. They are passionate about traveling and experiencing new cultures, all outdoor activities, and sports year round. They’re also engaged in their local community and active in their church, Radiant of South Tampa.
Securities Agent: WY, WA, NE, NM, NJ, NC, IN, SC, ID, DE, AZ, TX, TN, OR, HI, AL, NV, NH, MN, MA, IA, CT, AR, IL, PA, OH, MD, VT, VA, UT, RI, NY, ME, GA, CO, WI, MS, CA, MO, MI, OK, LA, KY, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1295567
CA Insurance License #: 0L02653
AR Insurance License #: 16815468
NMLS#: 1295567
CA Insurance License #: 0L02653
AR Insurance License #: 16815468
About Matthew E Luber
Matt has been affiliated with the team since 2014 and acts as a Portfolio Manager within Morgan Stanley’s PM program. Within this program, his clients benefit from his ability to manage their assets with portfolio strategies uniquely designed to help them meet their personal investment objectives. Matt is passionate about helping his clients live an active retirement without the burden of financial stress. To achieve this he focuses on developing comprehensive financial plans aimed at fulfilling these goals. He was named to Morgan Stanley’s Pacesetter’s Club in 2021, a global recognition program for Financial Advisors who, within their first five years, demonstrate the highest professional standards and first-class client service. During his time with The Walters Group he successfully earned his Master’s in Finance degree from the University of Tampa, Sykes School of Business.
Matt was born and raised in Washington, D.C. but now resides in Tampa, Florida with his wife Samantha and German Shepherd, Ripken. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf, watching baseball, and spending time with family and friends.
Matt was born and raised in Washington, D.C. but now resides in Tampa, Florida with his wife Samantha and German Shepherd, Ripken. In his spare time, he enjoys playing golf, watching baseball, and spending time with family and friends.
Securities Agent: IA, FL, CT, TN, PA, OR, NM, CA, AZ, ID, OH, DE, TX, MO, MI, WA, NV, NH, NE, MA, IN, GA, AR, AL, WY, VT, NJ, LA, HI, WI, OK, KY, SC, RI, NY, NC, ME, MD, VA, MS, MN, CO, UT, IL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1579579
NMLS#: 1579579
About Javier Rodriguez
Javier Rodriguez is an accomplished Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley, based in Dallas, TX; and a valued member of The Walters Group overseeing $2B in assets under management. His clientele typically comprises Fortune 500 executives, former business owners, and HENRY (High Earner Not Rich Yet) individuals. His merits include a designation as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), financial planning and equity compensation specialist, and he is poised to sit for the CFP exam in November.
During his time at Morgan Stanley, Javier leveraged the transformative power of information. This awareness fueled his passion for assisting clients in understanding overlooked nuances within their financial goals.
As a client, you’ll benefit from a diverse range of products and tailored services aimed at realizing your financial objectives. Through collaborative efforts, you’ll receive personalized guidance and unwavering support for your success. Leveraging Morgan Stanley’s global resources and investment expertise, Javier is dedicated to assisting you in formulating and maintaining a robust investment strategy.
Beyond his professional commitments, Javier is deeply engaged in the Dallas community, serving as CFO for ALPFA DFW and significantly elevating its ranking to 3rd in the nation. Additionally, his involvement in the Economic and Business Development Committee for the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA) allows him to extend his commitment to community impact. He is a proud Plano Wildcat and an Arkansas Razorback. In his leisure time, Javier likes to indulge in beach travels, culinary adventures, and regular soccer matches.
During his time at Morgan Stanley, Javier leveraged the transformative power of information. This awareness fueled his passion for assisting clients in understanding overlooked nuances within their financial goals.
As a client, you’ll benefit from a diverse range of products and tailored services aimed at realizing your financial objectives. Through collaborative efforts, you’ll receive personalized guidance and unwavering support for your success. Leveraging Morgan Stanley’s global resources and investment expertise, Javier is dedicated to assisting you in formulating and maintaining a robust investment strategy.
Beyond his professional commitments, Javier is deeply engaged in the Dallas community, serving as CFO for ALPFA DFW and significantly elevating its ranking to 3rd in the nation. Additionally, his involvement in the Economic and Business Development Committee for the Regional Hispanic Contractors Association (RHCA) allows him to extend his commitment to community impact. He is a proud Plano Wildcat and an Arkansas Razorback. In his leisure time, Javier likes to indulge in beach travels, culinary adventures, and regular soccer matches.
Securities Agent: TX, NC, MD, IL, HI, NY, KY, GA, FL, CO, AL, WY, UT, SC, OK, LA, IA, WA, PA, ME, MA, NH, NE, NV, ID, CT, TN, NM, NJ, MS, AZ, AR, WI, VT, MN, CA, VA, RI, MO, MI, OR, OH, IN, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1877466
CA Insurance License #: 4237466
AR Insurance License #: 18674486
NMLS#: 1877466
CA Insurance License #: 4237466
AR Insurance License #: 18674486
About Tristen Di Sibio
Tristen has been affiliated with The Walters Group since 2019 and holds the Series 7. He graduated from the West Virginia University with a degree in General Business, while also competing at the collegiate swimming level. Tristen likes to get to know his clients as a personal level, while also helping them retire comfortably. To accomplish this, he uses financial planning as a roadmap to help his clients preserve and grow their wealth. By working with Tristen you will have access to some of the world’s most seasoned and respected investment professionals, a premier trading and execution platform and a full spectrum of investment choices.
Tristen was born in Irving, Texas and is now residing in Plano, Texas. In his free time, he likes to play golf, watch sports and spend time with family and friends.
Tristen was born in Irving, Texas and is now residing in Plano, Texas. In his free time, he likes to play golf, watch sports and spend time with family and friends.
Securities Agent: MI, CA, SD, RI, OH, NJ, HI, AZ, WY, VA, NV, AR, PA, MO, GA, DE, VT, NE, ME, CO, WA, SC, MN, IA, AL, WI, TX, NM, MS, CT, UT, MD, KY, IL, ID, TN, OR, OK, NY, NC, KS, NH, MA, LA, IN, FL; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1930348
CA Insurance License #: 4237490
NMLS#: 1930348
CA Insurance License #: 4237490
About Jose Arguello
Jose brings a blend of analytical experience and personalized strategy to his role, helping to craft tailored investment plans that align with each client's unique financial goals. He began his career at Morgan Stanley as an intern, where he helped improve efficiencies on key internal initiatives—an early testament to his strategic thinking and results-driven approach. Formerly the lead analyst with The Walters Group, Jose played a pivotal role in managing and implementing investment strategies across more than $1 billion in assets.
Today, he focuses on next-generation wealth planning, equity compensation, alternative investments, and retirement planning. Jose is deeply committed to educating and empowering clients, guiding them to make informed, confident financial decisions. His approach is thoughtful, data-driven, and personalized—helping to ensure that every strategy is not only effective but aligned with the individual.
He holds dual bachelor's degrees in international business and finance from Florida International University. Originally from Nicaragua, Jose now calls Tampa home, where he lives with his girlfriend, Malena, and their dog, Paloma. Outside of work, Jose is an avid outdoors enthusiast, enjoying fishing, biking, and off-roading. He also dedicates significant time to training for endurance sports, including triathlons, reflecting his passion for discipline and perseverance both in and out of the office.
Today, he focuses on next-generation wealth planning, equity compensation, alternative investments, and retirement planning. Jose is deeply committed to educating and empowering clients, guiding them to make informed, confident financial decisions. His approach is thoughtful, data-driven, and personalized—helping to ensure that every strategy is not only effective but aligned with the individual.
He holds dual bachelor's degrees in international business and finance from Florida International University. Originally from Nicaragua, Jose now calls Tampa home, where he lives with his girlfriend, Malena, and their dog, Paloma. Outside of work, Jose is an avid outdoors enthusiast, enjoying fishing, biking, and off-roading. He also dedicates significant time to training for endurance sports, including triathlons, reflecting his passion for discipline and perseverance both in and out of the office.
Securities Agent: MT, KY, WY, PR, NC, MO, GA, AK, WA, TN, MS, IA, CO, SD, NE, LA, AR, AL, WI, IL, VT, OK, NV, ME, HI, VA, UT, SC, NY, NJ, MA, FL, WV, OR, ND, MI, MD, CT, MN, KS, IN, DC, VI, TX, PA, NH, ID, DE, CA, AZ, RI, OH, NM; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2755983
NMLS#: 2755983
About Ruth Jordan
Ruths industry experience began in 2003. Since then, her business goal has been to provide outstanding administrative support and exemplary client service. She communicates frequently with clients on account-related issues. A graduate of the University of South Florida with a Bachelors degree in Psychology, Ruth also earned an M.B.A. at St. Leo University in St. Leo, Florida. Ruth has earned her series 7, 66, and Life, Health and Variable Licenses. She and her husband, Steven, live in Lutz, Florida with their two daughters, Isabella and Anna.
About Dana Thor
Dana began her financial industry career at Merrill Lynch in 1998, and has been a member of the team since 2007. She provides the team with fundamental support in all phases of service, relationship building and account maintenance. Originally from Chicago, Dana graduated from Florida Southern College in Lakeland, Florida with a Bachelors degree in Business Administration. Dana has earned her series 7, 66, and Life, Health and Variable Licenses. She enjoys reading, hiking and skiing. She lives in Tampa with her husband, Russ, and their sons Taylor and Adam.
About Claire Cajthaml
Claire became a member of The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley in January of 2019 after graduating with her Master’s in Business Administration from Saint Leo University, in Tampa, Florida. She graduated with her Bachelor’s degree in 2015 from Florida State University. Her degrees serve her well in her role as marketing coordinator for the team. Claire currently resides in Tampa, where she was born. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time with friends and family, cheering on her beloved Seminoles, and exploring all things Tampa.
About Suzanne Elliott
Suzanne joined the team in 2005 after a 25-year career as an account executive, sales trainer and business coach with a high-technology company. Her role within The Walters Group at Morgan Stanley as the coordinator of client service includes supporting the financial advisory team and maintaining long-standing client relationships. As a member of the baby boom generation, she is deeply aware of client concerns such as caring for elderly parents, transferring wealth to future generations and enjoying retirement. In her leisure time, Suzanne is a competitive amateur country-and-western dancer. She and her husband, Ben, have two grown children and seven grandchildren. The couple lives in Tampa, Florida.
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About Randy Payne
Randy Payne is a Senior Private Banker | Market Manager serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Texas, Louisianna, and Mississippi.
Senior Private Banker | Market Managers partner with Financial Advisors/ Private Wealth Advisors (collectively “Advisors”) to deliver specialized cash management and lending solutions, while strategically leading sales activity and deepening client engagement across Wealth Management markets to drive growth aligned with long-term business and client objectives.
Randy began his career in financial services in 1993 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2014 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Divisional Sales Director at Wells Fargo Advisors.
Randy is a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Management. He lives in Northlake, Texas with his family. Outside of the office, Randy enjoys spending time in Oxford, Mississippi with his family cheering on Ole Miss football and baseball teams.
Senior Private Banker | Market Managers partner with Financial Advisors/ Private Wealth Advisors (collectively “Advisors”) to deliver specialized cash management and lending solutions, while strategically leading sales activity and deepening client engagement across Wealth Management markets to drive growth aligned with long-term business and client objectives.
Randy began his career in financial services in 1993 and joined Morgan Stanley in 2014 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Divisional Sales Director at Wells Fargo Advisors.
Randy is a graduate of Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Management. He lives in Northlake, Texas with his family. Outside of the office, Randy enjoys spending time in Oxford, Mississippi with his family cheering on Ole Miss football and baseball teams.
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About Michael Johnson
Michael Johnson is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Florida.
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.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2010, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Lending Director at Wells Fargo Advisors. He also served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch.
Michael is a graduate of the Middle Tennessee State University, where he received a Bachelors Degree in Finance. He lives in St. Petersburg, FL.. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys the outdoors with his dog Wayne, playing ice hockey and golf, and watching all of his favorite sports teams let him down. He serves his community through Reach St. Pete, a non-profit that provides resources to those experiencing homelessness, low-income, and at-risks situations.
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.
Michael began his career in financial services in 2010, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Lending Director at Wells Fargo Advisors. He also served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch.
Michael is a graduate of the Middle Tennessee State University, where he received a Bachelors Degree in Finance. He lives in St. Petersburg, FL.. Outside of the office, Michael enjoys the outdoors with his dog Wayne, playing ice hockey and golf, and watching all of his favorite sports teams let him down. He serves his community through Reach St. Pete, a non-profit that provides resources to those experiencing homelessness, low-income, and at-risks situations.
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