Maria Shtabskaya makes a lasting impression on everyone she meets with her lightheartedness, insight, guidance and hard work. She is a local West Hollywood resident who has established herself over the past 11 years as a valuable financial advisor at the Morgan Stanley Wealth Management branch in Beverly Hills. Maria is a sought out, featured guest speaker where she educates and motivates the members of many organizations she serves. She continues to give back to her community and has been recognized by Kidsave, Cops 4 Causes and the City of West Hollywood.

Many clients seek her knowledge and experience with their investments through funds gained by inheritance, divorce settlements or personal injury settlements. She also helps with retirees and those close to retiring, anyone who has a 401(k), real estate financing or cash management questions that need her support and help.

Maria found her niche in the Eastern European and Russian communities. She serves both communities in her work, community service, and philanthropic efforts. She was once the Vice Chair of the Russian Advisory Board for the City of West Hollywood from the years 2012 until 2014. Now, she currently serves as the Executive Committee Member of the Eastern European Bar Association. She is a member and supporter of 360Karma.com and Empowering Women organization founded by Catherine Grey.

Born in Russia, Maria became an entrepreneur at the age of 21, operating her own successful travel agency before immigrating to the United States in 2004. Within her first two years here, she was quickly recruited to join Morgan Stanley Beverly Hills for an entry-level position. Within just a few months, Maria was promoted three times and spent several years working with a top-producing financial advising team servicing exclusive and sophisticated clients before becoming a financial adviser who now holds licenses in General Securities (Series 7), Investment Advisor (Series 66) and Uniform Securities Agent (Series 63).

When asked why she does the work that she does, Maria says, “My goal is to help you become a better investor by paying attention to your life and listening to your specific needs. When you work with me at Morgan Stanley, I utilize some of the smartest minds on Wall Street to help provide you with a proper investment strategy based on suitability.” This commitment to client success recently earned Maria the “2015, 2016, and 2017 Five Star Wealth Advisor” recognition by Los Angeles Magazine, the definitive resource on the people and culture that define Los Angeles. In 2017, Maria was awarded the Woman in Leadership Award by the West Hollywood Women’s Advisory Board in recognition of outstanding and invaluable service to the community. She also received recognition of professional achievements and exceptional contributions on behalf of the 50th Assembly District of the State of California, as well as The House Of Representatives on behalf of the congressman Adam B Schiff.

Maria holds a Master's Degree in Arts of Education/Linguistics/Foreign Language from State University in Russia. She is fluent in both Russian and English and currently resides in West Hollywood, California.