Troy Branch Office

Ian McCulloch is a Senior Vice President and Branch Manager at Morgan Stanley’s Troy Branch in Troy, Michigan, where he collaborates with Financial Advisors and their teams in delivering wealth management capabilities and resources to individuals, families, and institutions. In his role, Ian helps aims to foster a client-first culture focused on advice, service excellence, and risk-aware supervision, while partnering with advisors to help clients pursue goals across areas such as retirement planning, legacy planning, lending solutions, and cash management.

He is a graduate of The University of Michigan and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Communications. Ian loves attending sporting events for Detroit City FC and Michigan as well as listening to and playing music. Ian is active in the local community and supports philanthropic initiatives, including participation in events such as the American Heart Association’s Metro Detroit Heart and Stroke Walk.

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Maeghan Holmes serves as a Risk Officer at Morgan Stanley, a role she has held since 2021. With over 16 years of experience in Wealth Management, Maeghan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to her position, overseeing risk management for the Troy and Bloomfield Hills, MI branches. Her commitment to excellence and strategic insight have been instrumental in navigating the complexities of financial risk.

Maeghan holds a bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance. She is currently furthering her education by pursuing a master's degree in Library and Information Science at Wayne State University, reflecting her dedication to continuous learning and professional development.

Beyond her professional endeavors, Maeghan is deeply committed to her community. She volunteers as a Music Librarian for the Detroit Metropolitan Youth Symphony, where she combines her passion for music and organizational skills to support young musicians.

Originally from Michigan, Maeghan spent a decade living in various locations across the United States, including Kaneohe, Hawaii, Oak Harbor, Washington, and San Diego, California, while her husband served in the US Navy. Now settled in West Bloomfield, Michigan, Maeghan enjoys spending time with her family, which includes her two children, aged 20 and 13.
In her leisure time, Maeghan is an avid traveler, reader, and crafter, with a particular interest in creating historical and vintage-style clothing. Her diverse interests and experiences enrich her professional perspective and contribute to her dynamic role at Morgan Stanley.

Nikki Braidwood is a First Vice President, Business Service Officer with 27 years of service at Morgan Stanley. She brings deep operational experience and extensive institutional knowledge, and is widely regarded as a trusted partner to advisors and branch teams—focused on delivering consistent, high-quality support and an exceptional client experience.

Nikki holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Economics from Northwood University. She is known for her commitment to excellent service, continuous improvement, and a solutions-oriented approach grounded in accountability. Equally important to Nikki is the growth and development of employees; she invests in coaching, knowledge-sharing, and building team capability to strengthen execution and drive results. Her proactive problem-solving, collaborative style, and determination to add value help support the broader success of the business.

Outside of her role, Nikki is committed to community outreach, partnering with the branch and local organizations to support neighbors experiencing homelessness, promote food stability, and provide resources for children in need across surrounding communities.

Born and raised in Michigan, Nikki enjoys spending time with her husband and four boys. In her free time, she enjoys camping, traveling, baking and cooking, and cheering from the stands at sporting events.

Kirsten Evangelista joined Morgan Stanley, formerly Smith Barney, in April 2003 as a Portfolio Associate. She later served for six and a half years as a Senior Training Specialist before joining the Troy Branch in January 2025 as Branch Administrator for the Southeast Michigan/Northwest Ohio Morgan Stanley Market.

In her current role, Kirsten supports branch administration by helping oversee travel, expenses, events, and facilities-related needs for the Branch. She brings extensive firm experience, operational knowledge, and a strong commitment to supporting Financial Advisors, branch leadership, and team members.

Kirsten earned a Bachelor’s degree in Communication from Oakland University and holds Series 7 and Series 63 licenses.

Born and raised in Michigan, Kirsten resides in Rochester Hills with her husband, Joe, and their 12-year-old son, Gavin. Outside of work, Kirsten enjoys spending time at her cabin in Northern Michigan, boating, gardening and being with family and friends.