Andrew Venable
Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Alternative Investments Director
Phone:
(865) 330-0716(865) 330-0716
Venable Pruitt & Sexton at Morgan Stanley
Andrew VenableG. Scott SextonR. Lance PruittJonathan W. Gilliam, CFP®Ryan T. KellyG. Preston Ralston
Direct:
(865) 330-0747(865) 330-0747
Toll-Free:
(800) 448-0020(800) 448-0020
Industry Award WinnerOur Mission Statement
We inspire our clients to invest with a purpose, and strive to deliver a client experience worthy of their trust.
Our Story
Venable Pruitt & Sexton is a highly experienced partnership of financial professionals managing over $2.25 Billion in assets as of September, 2025. We pride ourselves on using our skills to assist you in understanding the complexities that come with substantial wealth. Our business philosophy focuses on pertinent issues, which can allow you the freedom to focus on the people, issues and activities that enrich your life.
2025 Forbes Best in State Wealth Management Team Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period from 3/31/23–3/31/24. Award Disclaimers: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Services Include
- Financial PlanningFootnote1
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote2
- Trust Services*
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote3
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote4
- Executive Financial ServicesFootnote5
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote6
- Business PlanningFootnote7
- Stock Option PlansFootnote8
- Qualified Plans
- Philanthropic ManagementFootnote9
Check the background of Our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck.*
Our Clients & Perks
Our clients have had a significant liquidity event and need help coordinating the financial and intrapersonal complexity it creates. We primarily work with executives, coaches and athletes, high net worth families, and foundations.
Together, we provide highly customized advice and comprehensive wealth management services to high net worth families and institutions across the country. We work diligently to deliver exceptional service, objective guidance, and goals-driven strategies. While maintaining a $5 million dollar account minimum, our process is strategic, rather than reactive. The clients who engage our services understand and expect a repeatable process and a grounded long-term strategy. Our relationship with Morgan Stanley provides access to some of the top tier global managers (public and private). Our clients share a common vision striving to spend their time as they desire, have a positive impact on their community, and preserve their wealth for generations.
* $5 Million Account Minimum
In addition to our services, we also offer various perks and benefits to our clients, including the following:
Together, we provide highly customized advice and comprehensive wealth management services to high net worth families and institutions across the country. We work diligently to deliver exceptional service, objective guidance, and goals-driven strategies. While maintaining a $5 million dollar account minimum, our process is strategic, rather than reactive. The clients who engage our services understand and expect a repeatable process and a grounded long-term strategy. Our relationship with Morgan Stanley provides access to some of the top tier global managers (public and private). Our clients share a common vision striving to spend their time as they desire, have a positive impact on their community, and preserve their wealth for generations.
* $5 Million Account Minimum
In addition to our services, we also offer various perks and benefits to our clients, including the following:
CashPlus
Morgan Stanley clients can manage their cash needs with CashPlus, which includes: no cash management fees, a seamless digital experience, all while being protected with Experian.
Reserved Offers
Exclusive offers to keep Reserved Clients and their families safe and engaged. Offers span across such categories as Dining, Health & Wellness, Travel, Entertainment and more.
*Must have $1M+ in household assets.
Browse the Latest Offers*Must have $1M+ in household assets.
Reserved Insights
Curated insights and articles spanning such topics as Family, Lifestyle, Health & Planning, Travel, and Giving Back.
Read the Latest Insights
Signature Access
In addition to all Reserved benefits, clients who qualify for our highest tier, Signature Access, are connected to a vetted network of professionals who can craft custom solutions for your family's exceptional needs such as Art Advisory, Private Health Advisory, Cybersecurity, and bespoke travel services.
*Must have $10M+ in households assets.
Signature Access Info*Must have $10M+ in households assets.
NEXT
Our NEXT program is specially curated to help our community of young clients discover new insights, connect with peers, and take action towards their impact goals. NEXT members will also enjoy Reserved or Signature Access benefits, depending on their eligibility.
NEXT InfoUNDERSTAND. ADVISE. DELIVER.
Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment is a specialized wealth management division of Morgan Stanley that focuses exclusively on addressing the unique needs of top professionals like you, in the sports and entertainment industry.
As Global Sports and Entertainment Directors, Scott Sexton and Ryan Kelly have the dedicated experience, continuing education and access to world-class resources needed to understand the complexities and pressures facing high-achieving professionals in the sports and entertainment industries, and to help them make smart choices about how they save, spend, invest, borrow, preserve and give.
Both Scott and Ryan focus on working with established and emerging players/coaches in professional sports as well as sports industry executives. Working exclusively in sports and entertainment, Scott and Ryan understand the unique demands that come with a player, coach or industry executive. Their experience understanding schedules, variability of income, and the demands that come from life inside and outside of the sports profession, helps enable Scott and Ryan the ability to tap into a range of resources needed to address the unique immediate financial challenges, and to create comprehensive plans to help reach their long-term goals.
You're Unique and We Know Why
There's nothing common about you—not your talent, your drive, your achievements or even your challenges. From your variable income streams to your taxes, from your obligations to your aspirations, "typical" is not part of your vocabulary. You need distinctive financial strategies that can match your lifestyle and career trajectory.
Concentrated Experience in Capable Hands
Morgan Stanley Global Sports & Entertainment was developed to respond to the specific needs of sports and entertainment professionals at every stage of their careers. Both Scott and Ryan understand your unique financial opportunities and challenges. They know how money flows from your work to your wallet and live in your world, day in, day out, crafting innovative financial strategies as their chosen career.
Tailored Advice to Help Meet Your Life's Goals
You can leverage the vast resources of Morgan Stanley, one of the world's largest and most respected wealth management firms, to help address objectives, from helping build and preserve wealth, start a philanthropic foundation, expand your brand. Whatever aspirations you have for yourself, your family and your community, we present strategies, products and services customized to help you reach your goals, your way.
Embrace the Power of Team
You have a handful of people who have supported you, encouraged you and watched your back. Our team routinely work in collaboration with other dedicated advisors to guide financial decision-making. We support and respect your personal confidants, combining our strengths to help bring you greater confidence.
We're Changing the Narrative
The media is filled with stories of successful athletes and entertainers who have surprising financial setbacks. We're committed to changing that storyline. We've developed financial education programs for sports and entertainment veterans and emerging talents, including collegiate athletes, to help them avoid common mishaps. It's part of our mission to give back to your community and provide sports and entertainment professionals the skills to help make smart choices around their finances and wealth.
RECONGITIONS & CHARITIES
Forbes' Best-in-State Wealth Management Team, 2023-2025
Venable Pruitt & Sexton of the Morgan Stanley Knoxville branch, have been named in Forbes' list of Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams for the third year in a row.
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, 2019-2025
Venable Pruitt & Sexton's: Andy Venable, Scott Sexton, Lance Pruitt, Jonathan Gilliam & Ryan Kelly have been named to Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list for 2025.
Andy Venable: 2019-2025
Scott Sexton: 2019-2025
Ryan Kelly: 2022-2025
Jonathan Gilliam: 2022, 2024-2025
Lance Pruitt: 2024-2025
2019-2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
ALS Association
The ALS Association is an American nonprofit organization that raises money for research and patient services, promotes awareness about and advocates in state and federal government on issues related to amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, also known as Lou Gehrig's disease.
Saint Jude Children's Hospital
The mission of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital is to advance cures, and means of prevention, for pediatric catastrophic diseases through research and treatment. Consistent with the vision of our founder Danny Thomas, no child is denied treatment based on race, religion or a family's ability to pay.
Hand Up For Women
Hand Up For Women has been serving ladies in the Knox County area since 2003. They strive to be a source of hope to those with the desire and motivation to pursue a more self-sufficient lifestyle. They provide long-term, healthy friendships, and a year-long series of twice-weekly classes that teach women to realize their full potential in every area of life.
Wounded Warrior Project
Wounded Warrior Project is a charity and veterans service organization that offers a variety of programs, services and events for wounded veterans of the military actions following September 11, 2001.
Soup Kitchen at church Street UMC
While only 5 people came to the first Soup Kitchen in 1984, Church Street now averages 150-200 trays distributed per week. Over its 35 year history, Soup Kitchen is open year-round and only closes due to extreme circumstances.
Friends of Tennessee's Babies with Special Needs
FTBSN works to enhance the potential of infants and young children with disabilities, offer support to families and to the early intervention professionals who serve children with special needs, while also connecting families with fellowship, resources, and support through a variety of channels.
Private Investing
By leveraging Morgan Stanley's extensive Investment Management platform, it enables us to offer more investment opportunities for our clients to help achieve their goals. As a leading provider of private investment strategies, Morgan Stanley's expertise spans across private equity, private credit, hedge funds, real estate and much more. We are dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients by delivering exceptional portfolios and custom alternative investment strategies.
Our alternative investments team pursues a broad range of strategies in diverse markets and geographies, yet share a common perspective on value creation. Morgan Stanley's resources and reputation can provide unique sourcing, information and value-creation advantages.
*Disclaimer: Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.
Why Consider Alternative Investments? They have the potential to:
- Diversify your holdings
- Grow your assets
- Mitigate tax liabilities
- Generate Income
- Reduce Volatility
Our Access
- Private Markets
- Private Equity
- Private Credit
- Private Real Estate / Real Assets
- Hedge Funds
- Digital Assets
- Tax-Advantaged Strategies
Location
1111 Northshore Dr
Suite N 160
Knoxville, TN 37919
US
Direct:
(865) 330-0747(865) 330-0747
Toll-Free:
(800) 448-0020(800) 448-0020
Fax:
(866) 755-9037(866) 755-9037
Meet Venable Pruitt & Sexton
G. Scott Sexton
Senior Vice President, Financial Advisor, Global Sports and Entertainment Director, NFLPA Registered Institutional Player Financial Advisor
Phone:
(865) 330-0737(865) 330-0737
R. Lance Pruitt
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Director, Insurance Planning Director
Phone:
(865) 330-0731(865) 330-0731
Jonathan W. Gilliam, CFP®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Alternative Investments Director, Senior Portfolio Manager, Insurance Planning Director
Phone:
(865) 330-0748(865) 330-0748
Ryan T. Kelly
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Global Sports and Entertainment Director, NFLPA Registered Institutional Player Financial Advisor, Family Wealth Advisor
Phone:
(865) 330-0719(865) 330-0719
G. Preston Ralston
First Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor
Phone:
(865) 330-0723(865) 330-0723
Jacob Dotson, CIMA®
Assistant Vice President, Business Development Associate, Certified Investment Management Analyst®, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(865) 330-0739(865) 330-0739
Dee Gonzalez
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(865) 330-0747(865) 330-0747
Austin Loven
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(865) 694-1058(865) 694-1058
Taylor Shannon
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(865) 330-0712(865) 330-0712
Saydie Holland
Registered Client Service Associate
Phone:
(865) 694-1017(865) 694-1017
Valerie Garland
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(865) 330-0706(865) 330-0706
About Andrew Venable
Andy serves as lead relationship manager for high net worth families. He co-founded Venable Pruitt & Sexton to unite a group of individuals with experience in different areas of family wealth management.
Andy strives to be very transparent when working with clients to help ensure trust, confidence and understanding.
After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Andy’s career began in fixed income sales in 1991 with First Knoxville. He was a partner with JC Bradford before merging with UBS at which time he was a member of the prestigious Chairman’s Council. Andy and his 9 partners have run their practice with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management since 2008. As an Alternative Investment Director, Andy oversees diversified strategies including alternative management and private equity.
Andy and his wife, Deonna live in Knoxville, TN where they enjoy spending time with their two daughters, Daly and Drew. Andy is active in various community nonprofit organizations and likes to do a little fishing in his spare time.
**Andy was named to Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list from 2019-2025.
2019-2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Andy strives to be very transparent when working with clients to help ensure trust, confidence and understanding.
After graduating from the University of Tennessee, Andy’s career began in fixed income sales in 1991 with First Knoxville. He was a partner with JC Bradford before merging with UBS at which time he was a member of the prestigious Chairman’s Council. Andy and his 9 partners have run their practice with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management since 2008. As an Alternative Investment Director, Andy oversees diversified strategies including alternative management and private equity.
Andy and his wife, Deonna live in Knoxville, TN where they enjoy spending time with their two daughters, Daly and Drew. Andy is active in various community nonprofit organizations and likes to do a little fishing in his spare time.
**Andy was named to Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list from 2019-2025.
2019-2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Securities Agent: CA, PA, OK, NV, NC, MA, CT, IA, MN, IL, DC, WV, WA, PR, ME, ID, WI, OR, IN, WY, NJ, MS, CO, AL, NY, KY, KS, DE, AZ, MT, GA, AR, VA, NM, MD, LA, FL, UT, TX, TN, SC, OH, NH, MO; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1282536
NMLS#: 1282536
About G. Scott Sexton
Since 1991 Scott has been advising affluent families often serving as the lead contact for all things financial. Scott is a Global Sports and Entertainment Director in Morgan Stanley’s Global Sports and Entertainment Division. He has deep experience working with professional athletes, coaches, entertainers and other professionals who are pressed for time. Scott focuses on implementing appropriate personalized plans and offering timely strategies to clients’ ever-changing needs.
Scott received a B.S. in Finance from the University of Tennessee and worked for five years on the fixed income (e.g. bonds) side of the business, advising both individuals and institutions. Joining Morgan Stanley and the Venable Pruitt & Sexton Group in 2013, Scott has had the privilege of service his clients for over 30 years.
Scott and his wife Kelli, are active in serving their local community of Knoxville, TN. In their free time, the Sextons enjoy spending quality time with their three adult children and their three grandchildren.
**Scott has been named to Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list from 2019-2025
2019-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Scott received a B.S. in Finance from the University of Tennessee and worked for five years on the fixed income (e.g. bonds) side of the business, advising both individuals and institutions. Joining Morgan Stanley and the Venable Pruitt & Sexton Group in 2013, Scott has had the privilege of service his clients for over 30 years.
Scott and his wife Kelli, are active in serving their local community of Knoxville, TN. In their free time, the Sextons enjoy spending quality time with their three adult children and their three grandchildren.
**Scott has been named to Forbes' Best-In-State Wealth Advisors list from 2019-2025
2019-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2019-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
Securities Agent: IL, TX, NY, NJ, MO, ME, DE, WV, PA, OK, OH, MS, IN, GA, TN, OR, NH, IA, DC, AL, UT, PR, NV, FL, CT, AR, ID, NM, NE, MD, KS, CO, MN, LA, KY, NC, CA, AZ, SC, MT, MA, WI, WA, VA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1332011
NMLS#: 1332011
About R. Lance Pruitt
Lance excels at handling the “big picture” for affluent families by reviewing personalized estate planning and developing asset preservation strategies to help achieve their goals. Lance also serves these families during the estate administration process.
Lance practiced law for several years before joining the team in 2004. As an attorney, he primarily focused on estate and tax planning, estate administration, defending clients before the IRS and Tennessee Department of Revenue, and corporate planning.* He holds degrees from the University of Tennessee (B.S.), Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D.), and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law (LL.M. in Taxation)*. Lance is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and is an adjunct professor at Tusculum College where he teaches Business Law.
A native of Knoxville, Lance and his wife, Mary have two daughters, Riley and Carson.
*Does not perform this function at Morgan Stanley
2024-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Lance practiced law for several years before joining the team in 2004. As an attorney, he primarily focused on estate and tax planning, estate administration, defending clients before the IRS and Tennessee Department of Revenue, and corporate planning.* He holds degrees from the University of Tennessee (B.S.), Southern Illinois University School of Law (J.D.), and the University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law (LL.M. in Taxation)*. Lance is a member of the Knoxville Bar Association and is an adjunct professor at Tusculum College where he teaches Business Law.
A native of Knoxville, Lance and his wife, Mary have two daughters, Riley and Carson.
*Does not perform this function at Morgan Stanley
2024-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Securities Agent: DE, NH, WV, VA, NV, KS, MT, MS, IL, CA, WI, TX, MA, ID, CO, AZ, AR, WA, LA, IN, FL, DC, UT, SC, PR, NJ, MN, MO, IA, CT, TN, OK, NM, GA, PA, NC, ME, MD, KY, AL, OR, OH, NY; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1288133
NMLS#: 1288133
About Jonathan W. Gilliam
Jonathan is the team’s CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and creates detailed plans to help clients achieve their goals while striving to maintain their lifestyle. He is a member of the team’s investment committee, which rigorously evaluates investment avenues from money managers to diversified investments, in order to help bring comprehensive strategies to our clients.
Jonathan graduated from the University of North Carolina-Asheville completing a dual major in Business Finance and Pre-Med. He began in the financial industry in 2005 and joined the Venable Pruitt & Sexton Group in 2007. He was named to Forbes' Top Next Gen Wealth Advisors for 2020 and Forbes' Best in State Wealth Advisors for 2022, 2024-2025.
Jonathan and his wife, Jenny, are proud parents of two sons, Jackson and Hunter, and a daughter, Ellison. Jonathan enjoys watching and playing sports, and all things family.
Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jul 2020) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20.
2022, 2024-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2022, 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Jonathan graduated from the University of North Carolina-Asheville completing a dual major in Business Finance and Pre-Med. He began in the financial industry in 2005 and joined the Venable Pruitt & Sexton Group in 2007. He was named to Forbes' Top Next Gen Wealth Advisors for 2020 and Forbes' Best in State Wealth Advisors for 2022, 2024-2025.
Jonathan and his wife, Jenny, are proud parents of two sons, Jackson and Hunter, and a daughter, Ellison. Jonathan enjoys watching and playing sports, and all things family.
Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jul 2020) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20.
2022, 2024-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2022, 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Securities Agent: AZ, CA, WA, TN, MO, KY, ME, IA, FL, OK, NM, NC, MD, LA, KS, CT, UT, DC, WI, TX, PA, MA, IN, CO, AR, NJ, MS, AL, ID, SC, OR, NV, GA, VA, NY, NH, MT, MN, IL, WV, OH, DE; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1278860
NMLS#: 1278860
About Ryan T. Kelly
As part of our comprehensive wealth management experience, Ryan focuses on developing clients’ goal-based planning, capital sufficiency analysis, liquidity and investment management needs. He provides ongoing supervision to help ensure these customized plans stay current through life and environment changes. As a Global Sports and Entertainment Director, Ryan works closely with the Global Sports and Entertainment Division when working with professional athletes, coaches, entertainers and other professionals who are pressed for time.
Ryan graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Tennessee in 2004 upon which time he joined the team of what has since evolved to the Venable Pruitt Sexton Group. Ryan, was named to Forbes' Top Next Gen Wealth Advisors for 2020 and Forbes' Best in State Wealth Advisors from 2022-2025.
Ryan and his wife Becca, are natives of Knoxville. The Kellys, including their son Mason and daughter Olivia, are an athletic and energetic family, active in community service and taking every opportunity to enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer, including hunting, wakeboarding and surfing.
2022-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2022-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
2020 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jul 2020) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20.
Ryan graduated with a degree in Economics from the University of Tennessee in 2004 upon which time he joined the team of what has since evolved to the Venable Pruitt Sexton Group. Ryan, was named to Forbes' Top Next Gen Wealth Advisors for 2020 and Forbes' Best in State Wealth Advisors from 2022-2025.
Ryan and his wife Becca, are natives of Knoxville. The Kellys, including their son Mason and daughter Olivia, are an athletic and energetic family, active in community service and taking every opportunity to enjoy all the great outdoors has to offer, including hunting, wakeboarding and surfing.
2022-2025 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2022-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award. Awards Disclosures: https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure.html
2020 Forbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jul 2020) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/19 - 3/31/20.
Securities Agent: NV, CA, NE, CT, AL, WY, VA, OR, OH, NC, KY, KS, ME, CO, ID, WV, WI, TX, NY, LA, FL, TN, MD, MA, DC, AZ, UT, OK, IA, DE, WA, AR, PA, NH, MO, NM, MS, IL, SC, NJ, MT, MN, IN, GA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1272753
NMLS#: 1272753
About G. Preston Ralston
Preston serves as the team's chief operations officer with oversight responsibilities regarding all team administration activities. His main focus is helping simplify clients’ lives. He is the first call to handle client needs, including questions about statements, performance reports, cash management, lending services, and online access. Preston also serves as a member of the team’s investment committee, analyzing the vast array of investment strategies and implementing those strategies in a prudent and efficient manner.
Preston is a Knoxville native, and graduated from East Tennessee State University with honors, receiving a B.B.A with a concentration in corporate finance.
In 2023, Preston was named as one of Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors for the state of Tennessee.
2023 Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Aug 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22–3/31/23.
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Preston is a Knoxville native, and graduated from East Tennessee State University with honors, receiving a B.B.A with a concentration in corporate finance.
In 2023, Preston was named as one of Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors for the state of Tennessee.
2023 Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-In-State
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Aug 2023) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/22–3/31/23.
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/awards-disclosure/
Securities Agent: MO, CA, UT, DE, AZ, WI, NJ, IN, IL, AL, VA, SC, NY, KY, OR, NM, ME, CO, PA, OK, OH, NV, LA, IA, DC, AR, TN, NH, MS, MN, KS, GA, FL, CT, NC, MD, ID, WY, WV, WA, TX, MT, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1689836
NMLS#: 1689836
About Jacob Dotson
Prior to joining Venable Pruitt & Sexton in 2022, Jacob began his financial career at Morgan Stanley’s Wealth Management HQ in Purchase, NY within the Business Development and Field Training Division. Before joining Morgan Stanley, Jacob worked in higher education, most recently at the Leeds School of Business within the University of Colorado.
Jacob graduated from New England College in 2017 where he played baseball and earned his M.B.A. in addition to his undergraduate degrees in both Business Administration and Computer Information Systems. In addition to his degrees, Jacob also holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses, along with his Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) & Financial Planning Specialist designations.
Jacob and his wife Allison are natives of Connecticut. In their free time they enjoy watching sports, playing golf, and spending time with their son and their dogs Fenway & Maverick.
*This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice.
Jacob graduated from New England College in 2017 where he played baseball and earned his M.B.A. in addition to his undergraduate degrees in both Business Administration and Computer Information Systems. In addition to his degrees, Jacob also holds his Series 7 and 66 licenses, along with his Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) & Financial Planning Specialist designations.
Jacob and his wife Allison are natives of Connecticut. In their free time they enjoy watching sports, playing golf, and spending time with their son and their dogs Fenway & Maverick.
*This role cannot solicit or provide investment advice.
About Dee Gonzalez
Deanna “Dee” Gonzalez joins the Venable Pruitt & Sexton client service team after spending thirty years in the financial industry. Dee was born & raised in Reading, PA and attended Reading High School, she later graduated from Broward College, in Florida, with an associate degree in Business Administration. In addition to her degree, Dee maintains her Series 7, 66 & 24 licenses.
Her thirty years’ experience breaks down into ten years of brokerage operations and twenty years of being a Client Service Associate. During her career, Dee worked in a capital markets arena, which dealt mainly in the bond sector and serviced highly affluent clients and corporations. A large portion of her experience has been in the retail brokerage space in client facing roles.
Dee is a fan of NFL football and loves music. In addition, Dee is a dedicated paddle mate and lead stroker for the Secret City Dragons boat team. From spring till fall, you can find Dee on the water most weekends. She loves to travel with the team to races because they tend to find the quaintest little towns to visit. In her free time, Dee loves being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and playing card/board games.
Her thirty years’ experience breaks down into ten years of brokerage operations and twenty years of being a Client Service Associate. During her career, Dee worked in a capital markets arena, which dealt mainly in the bond sector and serviced highly affluent clients and corporations. A large portion of her experience has been in the retail brokerage space in client facing roles.
Dee is a fan of NFL football and loves music. In addition, Dee is a dedicated paddle mate and lead stroker for the Secret City Dragons boat team. From spring till fall, you can find Dee on the water most weekends. She loves to travel with the team to races because they tend to find the quaintest little towns to visit. In her free time, Dee loves being outdoors, spending time with friends and family, and playing card/board games.
About Austin Loven
Austin Loven joined Venable Pruitt & Sexton in 2024 and currently serves as a Registered Client Service Associate. Austin began his Morgan Stanley career in 2023 as a Wealth Management Intern within the Morgan Stanley Knoxville branch.
A University of Tennessee graduate, Austin holds degrees in both Accounting and Finance. In addition to his degrees, Austin maintains both his Series 7 & Series 66 licenses.
As a member of the associate team, Austin will have daily contact with our clients, striving to provide them world class service while also assisting the team in daily operational tasks.
Athletics were a big part of Austin's childhood, and his passion for sports continue to this day. Originally from Greeneville, Tennessee, Austin is thankful for the opportunity to continue to serve his community. In his free time, he enjoys living an active lifestyle, attending Tennessee sporting events, and spending time with friends and family.
A University of Tennessee graduate, Austin holds degrees in both Accounting and Finance. In addition to his degrees, Austin maintains both his Series 7 & Series 66 licenses.
As a member of the associate team, Austin will have daily contact with our clients, striving to provide them world class service while also assisting the team in daily operational tasks.
Athletics were a big part of Austin's childhood, and his passion for sports continue to this day. Originally from Greeneville, Tennessee, Austin is thankful for the opportunity to continue to serve his community. In his free time, he enjoys living an active lifestyle, attending Tennessee sporting events, and spending time with friends and family.
About Taylor Shannon
Taylor Shannon joined Venable Pruitt & Sexton in 2023 and currently serves as a Client Service Associate. Taylor began his Morgan Stanley career in 2022 as a Wealth Management Intern within the Morgan Stanley Knoxville branch.
Taylor graduated from the University of Tennessee with an undergraduate degree in Finance. In addition to his degrees, Taylor maintains his Series 7 & 66 licenses.
As a part of our associate team, Taylor assists with many day-to-day tasks, while simultaneously learning our business and getting to know our clients.
Taylor is a born and raised Knoxville native and is proud to call East Tennessee his home. He enjoys Tennessee sporting events, lake activities, golfing, and spending valuable time with friends and family.
Taylor graduated from the University of Tennessee with an undergraduate degree in Finance. In addition to his degrees, Taylor maintains his Series 7 & 66 licenses.
As a part of our associate team, Taylor assists with many day-to-day tasks, while simultaneously learning our business and getting to know our clients.
Taylor is a born and raised Knoxville native and is proud to call East Tennessee his home. He enjoys Tennessee sporting events, lake activities, golfing, and spending valuable time with friends and family.
About Saydie Holland
Saydie joined Venable Pruitt & Sexton in 2024 as a Registered Client Service Associate. Saydie graduated from Liberty University in 2023 where she obtained both her undergraduate and masters degrees in business. In addition to her degrees, Saydie maintains both her Series 7 & 66 licenses.
While serving as part of our team, Saydie will be an integral part of our associate group as we continue to strive to provide exceptional client service to all of our clients.
Throughout her collegiate career, Saydie was a member of the women’s soccer team at Ole Miss and Liberty University, the later of which she was named team captain and was recognized as an Academic All American. Originally from Northern Illinois, Saydie enjoys all things Chicago sports. In her free time, Saydie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and spending time on the Tennessee River. Saydie is looking forward to experiencing Knoxville and all of the outdoor activities that come with it.
While serving as part of our team, Saydie will be an integral part of our associate group as we continue to strive to provide exceptional client service to all of our clients.
Throughout her collegiate career, Saydie was a member of the women’s soccer team at Ole Miss and Liberty University, the later of which she was named team captain and was recognized as an Academic All American. Originally from Northern Illinois, Saydie enjoys all things Chicago sports. In her free time, Saydie enjoys spending time with her family and friends, and spending time on the Tennessee River. Saydie is looking forward to experiencing Knoxville and all of the outdoor activities that come with it.
About Valerie Garland
Valerie is an administrative professional with strong organizational, clerical, and interpersonal skills. She is the committed to being trustworthy, ethical and efficient in providing superior client client service. Valerie holds a degree in Applied Organizational Management from Tusculum College. Since 1998, Valerie has worked in the legal field assisting attorneys in the area of estate planning, estate administration, and corporate planning, where her primary responsibilities included being the primary contact for clients, as well as management of document production and deadlines.
Valerie and her husband Anthony, reside in Corryton, Tennessee, on Anthony's family farm. They have three children, Spencer (Heather), Kara (Ben), and Casey (Katie), and three grandchildren, Elouise, Rosemary, and Elliot, with a fourth grandson, due any day. Family time is key for the Garlands, which includes weekly dinners together, birthdays and holidays, and annual trips to the beach.
Valerie and her husband Anthony, reside in Corryton, Tennessee, on Anthony's family farm. They have three children, Spencer (Heather), Kara (Ben), and Casey (Katie), and three grandchildren, Elouise, Rosemary, and Elliot, with a fourth grandson, due any day. Family time is key for the Garlands, which includes weekly dinners together, birthdays and holidays, and annual trips to the beach.
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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.
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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.
2Morgan 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.
3Morgan Stanley’s investment advisory programs may require a minimum asset level and, depending on your specific investment objectives and financial position, may not be appropriate for you. Please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC program disclosure brochure (the “Morgan Stanley ADV”) for more information in the investment advisory programs available. The Morgan Stanley ADV is available at www.morganstanley.com/ADV.
4Alternative 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.
5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
6Morgan 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
7Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
8Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or 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 legal matters.
9Products 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.
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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