Todd Powell, CFP®, CFA®, is a Family Wealth Advisor and Executive Director at Morgan Stanley. With a focus on high-net-worth families and ambitious young professionals, Todd is dedicated to guiding clients in making informed financial decisions to fulfill their lifelong aspirations. His approach is rooted in a deep understanding of his clients' unique family dynamics, emphasizing care, respect, and an unwavering commitment to their success.
Inspired by his father, an institutional investment professional, Todd developed a passion for wealth management early in life. He holds a B.A. in Economics from Indiana University and gained valuable experience on the floor of the Chicago Mercantile Exchange as a clerk and market maker. This experience solidified his dedication to the financial markets and his mission to provide clarity and confidence in wealth management. With over 25 years in the financial services industry, Todd maintains a steadfast client-first philosophy. He is among the select 75 Advisors in the Chicago area recognized on the Five Star Wealth Manager Award list, a testament to his dedication and appreciation for his clients and their families.
Residing in Carol Stream, Illinois, Todd is a committed community member, actively participating in the Carol Stream Parks Foundation and the Knights of Columbus – St. Isidore of Bloomingdale. In his leisure time, Todd enjoys swimming, reading, and supporting his children's sporting and dance activities.
2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
2021-2025 Five Star Wealth Manager Award
Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2021-2025) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods:
2025 Award: 01/01/25 - 08/01/25
2024 Award: 01/09/24 - 08/09/24
2023 Award: 01/09/23 – 07/31/23
2022 Award: 01/24/22 – 07/29/22
2021 Award: 12/28/20 – 08/06/21
Evaluation periods for all Five Star awards, broken down by market, can be found at https://www.fivestarprofessional.com/wmdisclosures
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Services Include
- Wealth Management
- Financial Planning
- Retirement Planning
- Planning for Education Funding
- Philanthropic Management
- Estate Planning Strategies
- Annuities
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