Morgan Stanley Wealth Management has announced the 2024 MAKERS Class, a group of 11 outstanding professionals dedicated to advancing women and breaking barriers within the firm. Jed Finn, Head of Wealth Management at Morgan Stanley, expressed the importance of celebrating leaders committed to supporting women, mentoring, and driving positive change. He stated, "At Morgan Stanley, we believe it’s important to share and celebrate the stories of our leaders who are committed to advancing women, mentoring and breaking barriers. The MAKERS program, a powerful tradition at our Firm, does just that. We are inspired by this year’s MAKERS class and their incredible commitment to our Firm, clients and colleagues."

The individuals recognized as part of the Morgan Stanley MAKERS Class of 2024 include Patricia Benner, Ayanna Dunn, Kaitlin Elliott, Michael Hennessy, Alison Nest, Hina Shamsi, Katerina Simonetti Bakh, Emily Sax Bender, Julie Shechtman, Carolina Ureña, and Julia Yue. These professionals hold various roles within the Wealth Management division, showcasing their expertise and dedication to their work.

Morgan Stanley's commitment to fostering a culture of belonging is evident through initiatives like the MAKERS program, which aims to empower both clients and employees. The 2024 MAKERS will be featured on Morgan Stanley Women Without Limits throughout the year, highlighting their contributions and achievements.

Since 2012, the MAKERS initiative has been dedicated to spotlighting women and their stories, with Morgan Stanley Wealth Management leading the way as the inaugural partner in 2014. The firm's dedication to supporting women was further recognized in 2024 when it received the first MAKERS Honors Award for Corporate Partnership.

For more information about the MAKERS initiative and to learn about the stories of the 2024 MAKERS Class, visit the Morgan Stanley Women Without Limits website at http://morganstanley.com/womenwithoutlimits. Additionally, to explore the broader MAKERS community and its mission, visit www.makers.com.

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