Joseph Kelly
Ocean City
Summary
My educational background, as well as, my interpersonal skills including enthusiasm, empathy, and integrity allowed me gain trust with clients very quickly and led to a successful career helping unique people achieve their dreams.
Overview
37
37
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
First Vice President
Morgan Stanley, Wealth Management
Northfield
07.2010 - 06.2024
- Led strategic investment initiatives for high-net-worth clients.
- Managed client portfolios, ensuring alignment with financial goals.
- Developed comprehensive financial plans tailored to individual client needs.
First Vice President
Janney Montgomery Scott
Linwood
05.2007 - 07.2010
- Served as a mentor for junior staff members encouraging professional development opportunities.
- Conducted regular reviews of client portfolios to ensure optimal performance.
- Analyzed market trends to inform investment recommendations for clients.
Vice President
Boenning & Scattergood
Marmora
02.2005 - 06.2007
Managed clients retirement and college assets, but more importantly managed their expectations. I considered myself a relationship manager because I needed to help clients differentiate between wants and needs, and the result was they had more appropriate investments instead of taking undue risks.
- Advised clients on investment opportunities and financial planning strategies.
- Facilitated client meetings to review portfolio performance and adjust strategies.
Vice President
Janney Montgomery Scott
Linwood
01.1999 - 02.2005
Prospected for potential clients.
Managed a professional relationship with clients and their children and grandchildren.
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch
Northfield
04.1994 - 12.1998
Attended and graduated Merrill Lynch’s financial advisor trading program.
Studied and passed the Series 7 and Series 65 exams.
Started my career as a full service broker.
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
Provident Mutual Life of Philadelphia
Cherry Hill
08.1987 - 04.1994
- Advised clients on life insurance options and coverage needs.
- Conducted thorough policy reviews to ensure client satisfaction.
- Assisted clients in completing insurance applications and documentation.
- Developed strong client relationships through regular follow-up communications.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Temple University
Philadelphia, PA 08.1985 - 08.1987
Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Sciences
Bucks County Community College
Newtown, PASkills
Developed Lifelong Relationships
Advised families on goal setting
Used my interpersonal skills to develop a business of my own
Assisted the teenage children of clients on career opportunities
Certification
- I attended the Wharton School of Business in conjunction with Janney Montgomery Scott in 2008, where I earned the AWMA designation.
- I attended the American College of Bryn Mawr in 1992, where I earned the CLU and ChFC designations.
- In 1988, in my first year in business, I was invited into Provident Mutual’s prestigious Top 50 club.
Timeline
First Vice President
Morgan Stanley, Wealth Management
07.2010 - 06.2024
First Vice President
Janney Montgomery Scott
05.2007 - 07.2010
Vice President
Boenning & Scattergood
02.2005 - 06.2007
Vice President
Janney Montgomery Scott
01.1999 - 02.2005
Financial Advisor
Merrill Lynch
04.1994 - 12.1998
Licensed Life Insurance Agent
Provident Mutual Life of Philadelphia
08.1987 - 04.1994
Bachelor of Science - Finance
Temple University
08.1985 - 08.1987
Some College (No Degree) - Computer And Information Sciences
Bucks County Community College