Jason Dacunha
Industry Award WinnerOur Mission Statement
Our mission is to be your primary advisor as you navigate the complexities of your wealth and help you live out the life you envision for you and your loved ones.
Meet The Willowwood Group At Morgan Stanley
The origin of our team’s name comes from the Willowwood Arboretum, a hidden gem in Far Hills NJ, with a rich history. It is the most continually growing arboretum in the state and is filled with beautiful trees, gardens and meadows that grow year-round, even through the winter. Willow trees, especially known at the arboretum, not only survive but thrive in the most challenging weather conditions. The willow is flexible, adaptable and represents growth and security.
Building, preserving, and transferring your family’s wealth brings complexities along the way. The Willowwood Group at Morgan Stanley is dedicated to growing alongside you with each branch that extends, and we help you navigate challenging conditions. Just as the willow tree’s needs change as they flourish, we will grow with you as your needs change throughout your life’s transitions.
Dating back over three decades our team has deep roots; we are firmly planted and committed to the multi-generational families we serve. By following our mission to provide a consistent process, first-class service model and concierge capabilities, we are here for the long term. Our clients always come first and our relationships with you are paramount. Our goal is to be your primary financial advisors, working in tandem with your tax and legal professionals to always help you make the most informed financial decisions for you and your loved ones.
Building, preserving, and transferring your family’s wealth brings complexities along the way. The Willowwood Group at Morgan Stanley is dedicated to growing alongside you with each branch that extends, and we help you navigate challenging conditions. Just as the willow tree’s needs change as they flourish, we will grow with you as your needs change throughout your life’s transitions.
Dating back over three decades our team has deep roots; we are firmly planted and committed to the multi-generational families we serve. By following our mission to provide a consistent process, first-class service model and concierge capabilities, we are here for the long term. Our clients always come first and our relationships with you are paramount. Our goal is to be your primary financial advisors, working in tandem with your tax and legal professionals to always help you make the most informed financial decisions for you and your loved ones.
Services Include
- Financial PlanningFootnote1
- Retirement PlanningFootnote2
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote3
- Philanthropic ManagementFootnote4
- Wealth ManagementFootnote5
- Sustainable InvestingFootnote6
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote7
- Life InsuranceFootnote8
- Trust AccountsFootnote9
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote10
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Comprehensive Capabilities
Your Equity Plan
We understand that navigating corporate equity plans in an increasingly complex environment is a challenge. We also recognize that your equity plan can represent a significant investment. That’s why we’re here to help you get it right.
Our teams Wealth Advisors for Equity Compensation Leta Davis and Kaden Bernstein will:
• Work with you to help you define your goals.
• Review your holdings and discuss strategies to help you maximize the value of your equity.
• Model strategies and help develop 10b5-1 plans when needed.
• Access regulatory guidance when needed.
• Serve as a direct point of contact for your stock plan inquiries.
Our aim is simple: to help make sure that your equity compensation strategy is customized to align with your broader financial goals.
Our teams Wealth Advisors for Equity Compensation Leta Davis and Kaden Bernstein will:
• Work with you to help you define your goals.
• Review your holdings and discuss strategies to help you maximize the value of your equity.
• Model strategies and help develop 10b5-1 plans when needed.
• Access regulatory guidance when needed.
• Serve as a direct point of contact for your stock plan inquiries.
Our aim is simple: to help make sure that your equity compensation strategy is customized to align with your broader financial goals.
***Morgan Stanley and its Financial Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should seek advice based on their particular circumstances from and independent tax or legal advisor.
We have gathered some essential resources offered through Morgan Stanley. For more information on these or any other services, please reach out to our team - TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
Morgan Stanley Online
Morgan Stanley Online (MSO) has a variety of features beyond viewing your account balance and activity that you should take advantage of. They include:
- eAuthorizations, an enhanced way to authorize transactions with one click on Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
- eDelivery, which reduces paper documents sent by mail and can protect your personal information from getting into the hands of identity thieves.
- Managing your everyday finances such as paying bills online, sending money, check deposits or transferring funds.
Mobile App & Online Wealth Management | Morgan Stanley- eAuthorizations, an enhanced way to authorize transactions with one click on Morgan Stanley Online and the Morgan Stanley Mobile App.
- eDelivery, which reduces paper documents sent by mail and can protect your personal information from getting into the hands of identity thieves.
- Managing your everyday finances such as paying bills online, sending money, check deposits or transferring funds.
Total Wealth View
Total Wealth View allows you to link information from your accounts at other financial institutions directly to your Morgan Stanley Online or Morgan Stanley Mobile App profile.
The ability to view all of your assets together provides the opportunity to advise on your Morgan Stanley accounts with your entire financial picture in mind.
Completing your financial picture with Total Wealth View gives our clients the benefit of more informed wealth planning, more secure data access, and convenient connectivity.
Online Financial Tools | Morgan StanleyThe ability to view all of your assets together provides the opportunity to advise on your Morgan Stanley accounts with your entire financial picture in mind.
Completing your financial picture with Total Wealth View gives our clients the benefit of more informed wealth planning, more secure data access, and convenient connectivity.
Cybersecurity Resources
Protecting your online security is our top priority at Morgan Stanley. We proactively defend our systems and monitor the threat landscape to help anticipate issues before they arise and respond appropriately when they do.
Security Center - How We Protect You | Morgan Stanley
Portfolio Risk Platform – Powered by Aladdin
Portfolio Risk Platform – Powered by Aladdin is a risk management platform that provides comprehensive risk estimation and reporting across a broad range of asset classes and security types. This platform provides a holistic view to better enable risk to be effectively monitored and managed.
Learn How We Mitigate Client Risk
Reserved Living and Giving
Reserved Living & Giving is a tiered complimentary loyalty program that rewards Morgan Stanley's most valued clients. The program is designed to enhance your lifestyle and relationship with the firm beyond traditional wealth management services
Reserved L&G Home | Morgan StanleyPlease join us for the following events -
Check back often for updated events. Feel free to reach out to our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@MorganStanley.com with any questions.
Introduction to Money & Saving: Building a Strong Financial Foundation
This event took place on 04/01/24. If you would like to join us for our next event, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
This session was an introduction to personal finance with a focus on beginning to build a strong financial foundation. We discussed goal setting, cash flow, budgeting and saving strategies and the power of compounding interest.
This session was an introduction to personal finance with a focus on beginning to build a strong financial foundation. We discussed goal setting, cash flow, budgeting and saving strategies and the power of compounding interest.
Credit and Debt Management
This event is took place on Monday, May 6 at 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
This session will be aimed at empowering you with essential knowledge on credit and debt management so you can understand how to establish credit, understand credit history, demystify credit scores and navigate the world of lending in order to make informed decisions about your financial future.
This session will be aimed at empowering you with essential knowledge on credit and debt management so you can understand how to establish credit, understand credit history, demystify credit scores and navigate the world of lending in order to make informed decisions about your financial future.
Cybersecurity
This event took place on Monday, June 3 at 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
This session will explore the skills that are important to safeguard your online identity and assets, from common cyber threats to learning best practices for secure online transactions. We will also cover practical strategies to stay safe in today’s digital landscape.
This session will explore the skills that are important to safeguard your online identity and assets, from common cyber threats to learning best practices for secure online transactions. We will also cover practical strategies to stay safe in today’s digital landscape.
Exploring Investments: Stocks, Bonds, and Beyond
This event took place on Monday, July 1 at 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. ET. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
This session will dive into the fundamentals of investing, from understanding market dynamics, defining asset classes such as stocks and bonds and other investment vehicles, as well as discussing asset allocation and diversification, this session will provide valuable insights to kickstart your investment journey.
This session will dive into the fundamentals of investing, from understanding market dynamics, defining asset classes such as stocks and bonds and other investment vehicles, as well as discussing asset allocation and diversification, this session will provide valuable insights to kickstart your investment journey.
Lessons in Leadership with Larry Fitzgerald, Jr.
This event took place on 08/23/23. If you would like to receive a link to the replay, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Wednesday | August, 23 | 4:30 pm ET
Join Morgan Stanley on August 23 for an exclusive conversation with NFL great and financial education advocate Larry Fitzgerald, Jr. Widely known for his accomplishments as a wide receiver with the Arizona Cardinals for 17 seasons, he is most proud of his achievements as a philanthropist, business leader and investor off the football field.
Larry has made an indelible impact through his eponymous foundation, creating opportunities and providing resources for young people in underserved communities as well as women, men and families impacted by breast cancer. A passionate mentor and lifelong learner, he is committed to empowering the next generation with the financial literacy skills necessary to make healthy and mindful decisions in the short and long terms.
This conversation will be moderated by Sandra L. Richards, Managing Director, Head of Global Sports & Entertainment and Segment Sales & Engagement, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, with an introduction by Andrea Zaretsky, Managing Director, Chief Marketing Officer, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management.
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Wednesday | August, 23 | 4:30 pm ET
Join Morgan Stanley on August 23 for an exclusive conversation with NFL great and financial education advocate Larry Fitzgerald, Jr. Widely known for his accomplishments as a wide receiver with the Arizona Cardinals for 17 seasons, he is most proud of his achievements as a philanthropist, business leader and investor off the football field.
Larry has made an indelible impact through his eponymous foundation, creating opportunities and providing resources for young people in underserved communities as well as women, men and families impacted by breast cancer. A passionate mentor and lifelong learner, he is committed to empowering the next generation with the financial literacy skills necessary to make healthy and mindful decisions in the short and long terms.
This conversation will be moderated by Sandra L. Richards, Managing Director, Head of Global Sports & Entertainment and Segment Sales & Engagement, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, with an introduction by Andrea Zaretsky, Managing Director, Chief Marketing Officer, Morgan Stanley Wealth Management.
Virtual Book Club
This event took place on 05/04/23. If you would like to join us for our next virtual book club, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's May Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is Before We Visit The Goddess by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.
We are excited to announce that the author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on May 4th at 2pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's May Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is Before We Visit The Goddess by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.
We are excited to announce that the author Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on May 4th at 2pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
Virtual Book Club
This event took place on 11/03/22. If you would like to join us for our next virtual book club, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's November Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
We are excited to announce that the author Bonnie Garmus will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on November 3rd at 1pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's November Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus
We are excited to announce that the author Bonnie Garmus will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on November 3rd at 1pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
Virtual Book Club
This event took place on 06/16/22. If you would like to join us for our next virtual book club, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's inaugural Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel.
We are excited to announce that the author Kristin Harmel will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on June 16th at 2pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
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Susan and Jason would like to extend an invitation to The Willowwood Group's inaugural Virtual Book Club.
Our book selection is The Forest of Vanishing Stars by Kristin Harmel.
We are excited to announce that the author Kristin Harmel will join us via Zoom to discuss her book on June 16th at 2pm ET
To reserve your spot and receive a complimentary autographed copy of the book, please email or call our team:
TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
877.517.8726
Stage, Screen and Service with Gary Sinise
This event took place on 5/24/22. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Tuesday May 24th 8PM ET
In recognition of Memorial Day and in honor of the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to ensuring national security and defending freedom worldwide, Morgan Stanley is proud to bring you a conversation with actor, humanitarian and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, the incomparable Gary Sinise.
This conversation will be moderated by Curt Peterson, Managing Director, Regional Director of the Pacific Coast Region, Morgan Stanley.
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Tuesday May 24th 8PM ET
In recognition of Memorial Day and in honor of the brave men and women who dedicate their lives to ensuring national security and defending freedom worldwide, Morgan Stanley is proud to bring you a conversation with actor, humanitarian and founder of the Gary Sinise Foundation, the incomparable Gary Sinise.
This conversation will be moderated by Curt Peterson, Managing Director, Regional Director of the Pacific Coast Region, Morgan Stanley.
Propelling Innovation for Women in Sports
This event took place on 3/29/22. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 4:15pm ET
In honor of Women’s History Month, Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment and The XX Project are proud to host a meaningful conversation with female power players in the sports industry. The event will feature women leaders who are making a sound impact, paving the way for other women in the industry to influence and innovate.
Moderated by Michelle Edgar, Founder and CEO of The XX Project, the panelists will also share insights into how they drive support for athletes, through advice, education or in other ways, to prepare them for long-term success.
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Tuesday, March 29, 2022 4:15pm ET
In honor of Women’s History Month, Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment and The XX Project are proud to host a meaningful conversation with female power players in the sports industry. The event will feature women leaders who are making a sound impact, paving the way for other women in the industry to influence and innovate.
Moderated by Michelle Edgar, Founder and CEO of The XX Project, the panelists will also share insights into how they drive support for athletes, through advice, education or in other ways, to prepare them for long-term success.
What's Cooking with Guy Fieri?
This event took place on 3/22/22. If you would like to receive a replay link, please email our team at TheWillowwoodGroup@morganstanley.com
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Tuesday March 22nd 8PM ET
Whether "dining, driving or diving" into a new venture, Guy Fieri always has something cooking!
You are invited to join us for an exclusive conversation with the flavorful chef, restauranteur and Food Network host and learn his recipe for success in and out of the kitchen. Have a question for Guy? Submit it during the live event and it could be selected during audience Q&A!
Don't miss the opportunity to find out What’s Cooking with Guy Fieri?
This conversation will be moderated by Amina Elderfield, Managing Director, Corporate Communications at Morgan Stanley.
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Tuesday March 22nd 8PM ET
Whether "dining, driving or diving" into a new venture, Guy Fieri always has something cooking!
You are invited to join us for an exclusive conversation with the flavorful chef, restauranteur and Food Network host and learn his recipe for success in and out of the kitchen. Have a question for Guy? Submit it during the live event and it could be selected during audience Q&A!
Don't miss the opportunity to find out What’s Cooking with Guy Fieri?
This conversation will be moderated by Amina Elderfield, Managing Director, Corporate Communications at Morgan Stanley.
Location
340 Mount Kemble Avenue
Morristown, NJ 07960
US
Direct:
(877) 517-8726(877) 517-8726
Meet The Willowwood Group
Leta Davis
Kaden Bernstein
Nina DeRosa
Wealth Management Associate, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(973) 425-2320(973) 425-2320
Teresa Zunin
Senior Client Service Associate
Phone:
(973) 425-8523(973) 425-8523
Ruth Ellenberg
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(973) 425-2387(973) 425-2387
Svetlana Kurmangaliyeva
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(973) 425-8534(973) 425-8534
Sydney Davis
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(973) 425-2318(973) 425-2318
About Nina DeRosa
How Can I Help You?
Nina brings more than 20 years of financial services experience. She is analytical in nature, and her love for numbers and math began at young age. In her role, she puts her passions to work, preparing research summaries, portfolio reviews and investment proposals. She focuses on gathering all of a client's outside assets, including annuities and 401(k) plans, to build a comprehensive picture for analysis and review. She draws upon her financial knowledge, experience and understanding of technology.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
After earning her business degree in finance at The College of New Jersey, Nina began her financial services career at J.P. Morgan, where she became vice president of client service in the futures and options division. During her eight years there, she earned her MBA from Fordham University. In 2005, she joined Goldman Sachs and worked in their asset management division as a vice president on the quantitative equity portfolio management team, where she stayed until she started her family in 2011. Missing the workforce, she took a part-time position with Susan Gnall's team and became a full-time member in 2016. Nina has earned her series 7 and 66 FINRA licenses.
Getting To Know Me
Outside of work, Nina and her husband, stay very busy with their two active sons. She has a passion for learning about other countries and looks forward to the time when her kids are old enough to travel abroad. In the meantime, as her bucket list expands, she loves New York City, any day, any season!
Nina brings more than 20 years of financial services experience. She is analytical in nature, and her love for numbers and math began at young age. In her role, she puts her passions to work, preparing research summaries, portfolio reviews and investment proposals. She focuses on gathering all of a client's outside assets, including annuities and 401(k) plans, to build a comprehensive picture for analysis and review. She draws upon her financial knowledge, experience and understanding of technology.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
After earning her business degree in finance at The College of New Jersey, Nina began her financial services career at J.P. Morgan, where she became vice president of client service in the futures and options division. During her eight years there, she earned her MBA from Fordham University. In 2005, she joined Goldman Sachs and worked in their asset management division as a vice president on the quantitative equity portfolio management team, where she stayed until she started her family in 2011. Missing the workforce, she took a part-time position with Susan Gnall's team and became a full-time member in 2016. Nina has earned her series 7 and 66 FINRA licenses.
Getting To Know Me
Outside of work, Nina and her husband, stay very busy with their two active sons. She has a passion for learning about other countries and looks forward to the time when her kids are old enough to travel abroad. In the meantime, as her bucket list expands, she loves New York City, any day, any season!
About Teresa Zunin
How Can I Help You?
Terri brings more than 20 years of experience providing highly personalized client service. On a daily basis, she provides strategic operational and administrative support, helping to resolve issues efficiently. Terri is an instrumental part of the Willowwood Group and works hard to provide the unique white glove service that the team strives to offer their clients. She is highly results-driven and responsible for the team's online suite of services.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
Terri earned her B.A. in business administration from William Paterson University. Prior to her career in the financial services industry, she served as a human resources director for a local, mid-size company. She left the workforce to become a full-time parent, before joining Merrill Lynch in 1998. Terri’s longevity with the team has enabled her to gain deep insight into clients’ most important goals and needs, as well as to proactively provide solutions to clients when needed.
Getting To Know Me
She is proud to be the first generation of Italian immigrant parents who taught her the values of hard work, dedication and respect. Outside of the office, Terri's life revolves around her family. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two adult children. She will also be adding “grandmother” to her titles when her daughter welcomes their first baby in April 2022. Terri loves to cook, especially regional Italian foods, and is fluent in Italian. She also likes to exercise to music and enjoys family trips to Italy and warm weather destinations
Terri brings more than 20 years of experience providing highly personalized client service. On a daily basis, she provides strategic operational and administrative support, helping to resolve issues efficiently. Terri is an instrumental part of the Willowwood Group and works hard to provide the unique white glove service that the team strives to offer their clients. She is highly results-driven and responsible for the team's online suite of services.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
Terri earned her B.A. in business administration from William Paterson University. Prior to her career in the financial services industry, she served as a human resources director for a local, mid-size company. She left the workforce to become a full-time parent, before joining Merrill Lynch in 1998. Terri’s longevity with the team has enabled her to gain deep insight into clients’ most important goals and needs, as well as to proactively provide solutions to clients when needed.
Getting To Know Me
She is proud to be the first generation of Italian immigrant parents who taught her the values of hard work, dedication and respect. Outside of the office, Terri's life revolves around her family. She enjoys spending time with her husband and their two adult children. She will also be adding “grandmother” to her titles when her daughter welcomes their first baby in April 2022. Terri loves to cook, especially regional Italian foods, and is fluent in Italian. She also likes to exercise to music and enjoys family trips to Italy and warm weather destinations
About Ruth Ellenberg
How Can I Help You?
Ruth began her financial services career in 2000. She brings comprehensive administrative support and extensive event planning experience to assist the team in business development and marketing. She takes pride in delivering superior client service to each client she serves.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
In 2008, Ruth joined Morgan Stanley as a senior sales associate before becoming the complex administrator for the Central New Jersey Morgan Stanley Complex. Prior to her career at Morgan Stanley, she worked as a sales assistant at JB Hanauer, a bond firm.
In her spare time, Ruth runs a freelance event planning business. She is highly organized and brings this experience to her current role when she coordinates and plans client and employee events.
Getting To Know Me
Ruth was born in Argentina and moved to New York at the age of 10. Ruth and her husband share a passion for travelling and lucky that their five kids live in five beautiful, different locations that they get to visit often along with their most spoiled "child", a Havanese pup named Rambo. Ruth is an avid reader and a crime podcast enthusiast. She is always happy to share her recommendations, as well as what she is currently reading and listening to, in English or her native language, Spanish.
Ruth began her financial services career in 2000. She brings comprehensive administrative support and extensive event planning experience to assist the team in business development and marketing. She takes pride in delivering superior client service to each client she serves.
What Makes Me Knowledgeable?
In 2008, Ruth joined Morgan Stanley as a senior sales associate before becoming the complex administrator for the Central New Jersey Morgan Stanley Complex. Prior to her career at Morgan Stanley, she worked as a sales assistant at JB Hanauer, a bond firm.
In her spare time, Ruth runs a freelance event planning business. She is highly organized and brings this experience to her current role when she coordinates and plans client and employee events.
Getting To Know Me
Ruth was born in Argentina and moved to New York at the age of 10. Ruth and her husband share a passion for travelling and lucky that their five kids live in five beautiful, different locations that they get to visit often along with their most spoiled "child", a Havanese pup named Rambo. Ruth is an avid reader and a crime podcast enthusiast. She is always happy to share her recommendations, as well as what she is currently reading and listening to, in English or her native language, Spanish.
About Svetlana Kurmangaliyeva
How Can I Help You?
Svetlana utilizes her teaching background to bring a client centered focus to help our clients learn about and navigate the many services that are available through both our team and Morgan Stanley, including our Cash Plus offerings. On a daily basis, she also provides operational and administrative support.
What makes me knowledgeable?
Svetlana began her career in the financial services industry in 2014 in marketing and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021 as a Client Service Associate. She also holds the Series 7 and Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) and is working towards the Series 66.
Getting to know me
Svetlana was born and raised in Kazakhstan and holds teaching degrees in Russian language and literature. She is a fitness enthusiast, health influencer, athlete and is passionate about protecting our environment.
Svetlana utilizes her teaching background to bring a client centered focus to help our clients learn about and navigate the many services that are available through both our team and Morgan Stanley, including our Cash Plus offerings. On a daily basis, she also provides operational and administrative support.
What makes me knowledgeable?
Svetlana began her career in the financial services industry in 2014 in marketing and joined Morgan Stanley in 2021 as a Client Service Associate. She also holds the Series 7 and Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) and is working towards the Series 66.
Getting to know me
Svetlana was born and raised in Kazakhstan and holds teaching degrees in Russian language and literature. She is a fitness enthusiast, health influencer, athlete and is passionate about protecting our environment.
About Sydney Davis
How can I help you?
Syd is our newest team member who joined Morgan Stanley in August of 2024 as a Registered Client Service Associate. He has an aptitude for numbers and analytics and is currently assisting the team with preparing client portfolio reviews and portfolio risk analytics along with assisting the with day-to-day administrative and operational support.
What makes me knowledgeable?
Syd graduated from the University of Michigan in 2022 with a degree in Economics. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked for a small Financial Technology company as a Portfolio Management Systems Analyst. He is fully registered and holds the Series 7, Series 66 and Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) licenses through FINRA.
Getting to know me
Inspired by his mother’s career as a Financial Advisor, Syd has long enjoyed discussing and following the stock market and understands the importance of saving early for one’s future. Syd is an avid college sports fan (“Go Blue”) and is also a health and fitness enthusiast. He resides in Morris County along with his Australian Shepherd, Maverick.
Syd is our newest team member who joined Morgan Stanley in August of 2024 as a Registered Client Service Associate. He has an aptitude for numbers and analytics and is currently assisting the team with preparing client portfolio reviews and portfolio risk analytics along with assisting the with day-to-day administrative and operational support.
What makes me knowledgeable?
Syd graduated from the University of Michigan in 2022 with a degree in Economics. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, he worked for a small Financial Technology company as a Portfolio Management Systems Analyst. He is fully registered and holds the Series 7, Series 66 and Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) licenses through FINRA.
Getting to know me
Inspired by his mother’s career as a Financial Advisor, Syd has long enjoyed discussing and following the stock market and understands the importance of saving early for one’s future. Syd is an avid college sports fan (“Go Blue”) and is also a health and fitness enthusiast. He resides in Morris County along with his Australian Shepherd, Maverick.
Awards and Recognition
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
2023-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/23 - 6/30/24.
Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors
Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Feb 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 9/30/23 - 9/30/24.
Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
2023-2025 Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
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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
A Simple Six-Step Retirement Checkup
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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
Rational Investing in an Age of Uncertainty
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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
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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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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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
Building Value from Values
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Financial Wellness
Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
- Reduce employee stress,
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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 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.
3Morgan 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.
4Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
5Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
6Investing in the market entails the risk of market volatility. The value of all types of investments may increase or decrease over varying time periods. The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of sustainable or impact investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because sustainability and impact criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
7Alternative 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.
8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
9Morgan 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.
10Morgan 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
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:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
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.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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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 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.
3Morgan 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.
4Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
5Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States. Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is a business of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC.
6Investing in the market entails the risk of market volatility. The value of all types of investments may increase or decrease over varying time periods. The returns on a portfolio consisting primarily of sustainable or impact investments may be lower or higher than a portfolio that is more diversified or where decisions are based solely on investment considerations. Because sustainability and impact criteria exclude some investments, investors may not be able to take advantage of the same opportunities or market trends as investors that do not use such criteria. Diversification does not guarantee a profit or protect against loss in a declining financial market.
7Alternative 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.
8Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
9Morgan 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.
10Morgan 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
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:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
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.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
CFP Board owns the marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board's initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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