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Sean J. Kennally

Senior Vice President | Financial Advisor, Morgan Stanley

“Hard work, showing up every day, putting in the time and effort.”

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Pasadena, CA 91101
INDUSTRY
Financial Services

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Sean Kennally is a seasoned financial professional and Senior Vice President and Financial Advisor with The Pasadena Group at Morgan Stanley in Pasadena, California. He has built an extraordinary career with Morgan Stanley, where he has served since November 1979, bringing decades of experience and knowledge to his work helping clients navigate their financial goals. His professional focus includes wealth management, investment strategy, portfolio diversification, and long-term financial planning. Sean earned a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from the University of Southern California’s Marshall School of Business, where he studied from 1976 to 1979. His long-standing connection to USC extends beyond his education, as he has served as President of the Trojan Club of the San Gabriel Valley from 2000 to 2020, and he has been a member of the USC Athletics Board of Counselors since 1998. These commitments reflect his dedication to his alma mater and to maintaining strong relationships within the USC community. He also holds a California Insurance License and an NMLS credential. Throughout his career, Sean has emphasized thoughtful financial planning and helping individuals and families make informed decisions about their futures. His professional interests include strategies for education savings, portfolio diversification, tax management, market trends, and adapting investment approaches to changing economic conditions. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sean has highlighted the importance of family and parenting, reflecting a personal commitment to responsibility, relationships, and investing in the next generation.

IN HIS OWN WORDS

The Q and A

  1. 01

    What do you attribute your success to?

    Hard work, showing up every day, putting in the time and effort.

  2. 02

    What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?

    Embrace young people, enlist their help and don't judge, they have great ideas too! Common sense is not that common!!!

  3. 03

    What advice would you give to young men entering your industry?

    Find a senior advisor, learn from their experience, let them see you as an asset.

  4. 04

    What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?

    Getting older clients to work with the younger financial advisors is a challenge.

  5. 05

    What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?

    Integrity, trust, gratitude

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Exploring Life & Business with Sean Kennally of Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley – The Pasadena Group

Exploring Life & Business with Sean Kennally of Financial Advisor at Morgan Stanley – The Pasadena Group

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