Sean W. DonnellySean W. DonnellyVice PresidentWealth Advisor
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About Sean
Sean Donnelly is a Vice President and Wealth Advisor with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
Sean is the co-founder of The Donnelly Wealth Management Group, bringing a process-driven approach to actively invest assets on behalf of individual clients. He blends a big picture approach with attention to the fine details of each relationship to add value across the financial picture.
As a member of the J.P. Morgan Wealth Management Portfolio Manager Program, Sean is one of a select group of Advisors who undergo a screening process to manage discretionary client portfolios and is subject to ongoing quantitative and qualitative review to assess each investment strategy. In addition, he is an integral member of the team's investment committee, delivering strong capabilities in investment management, asset allocation analysis, fixed income, equity research and trade execution.
Sean is a native of New Jersey, where he played lacrosse and hockey at the Delbarton School. His life motto—if you get cut down, grow back stronger— is inspired by this strong foundation. He earned a B.A. in Economics with a minor in entrepreneurial studies at Hobart and William Smith Colleges, where he continued his lacrosse career as a Division 1 athlete.
Drawn to financial services as a way to help families make the best use of their assets, Sean's strengths include an insightful understanding of the sophisticated requirements of wealth. Most recently, he was with Morgan Stanley, where he was portfolio manager and financial planning specialist for many years, earning the Pacesetters Award for three consecutive years. Sean joined J.P. Morgan with his team to provide clients with the firm's worldclass platforms and industry reputation.
Sean, his wife, their dog and two cats live in Basking Ridge, NJ, where he indulges his love of golf. He has a family foundation that concentrates on providing grants to schools and hospitals in support of children and children with special needs.
Insights
Insight 7: Develop a capable and committed rising generation
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How much of your portfolio should be in non-U.S. stocks?
July 22, 2025Explore why it may be beneficial to consider adding non‑U.S. equities by examining valuation shifts, volatility patterns and long‑term return potential.Read NowInsight 7: Develop a capable and committed rising generation
August 5, 2025Members of the younger generation are the future stewards of the family enterprise, so it is important to invest time and resources in cultivating their interests and skills.Read NowJuly Jobs report highlights US job growth has slowed significantly; markets react negatively
August 4, 2025Job growth slowed in July with only 73,000 new jobs added and earlier months revised sharply lower, showing the labor market has weakened.Read NowDifferentiating large from small: Firm size and exposure to trade tensions
August 1, 2025With tariffs likely to settle at elevated rates, we explore how company size may shape the impactRead NowJuly 2025 Fed meeting: Rates hold steady once again, potentially setting up fall intrigue
July 31, 2025The Federal Reserve held rates steady once again in July, but the decision wasn’t unanimous. What could that mean for economic policy going forward?Read NowInsight 1: Build and sustain a “great” extended family
July 30, 2025Investing in family development can have a long-lasting impact on your family’s wealth and legacy of values and traditions.Read NowDefying the tariff drag: 3 reasons markets are moving forward
July 25, 2025The risks are real, but so is resilience. Here’s why fears about trade and policy setbacks are fading.Read NowCapitalizing on the tax-deferral advantage of a variable annuity
July 24, 2025A variable annuity is a tax-deferred retirement product that accumulates funds or distributes income based on the performance of the underlying investment options chosen by the contract owner. Read why this can be especially beneficial for individuals in a high tax bracket.Read NowHow to use life insurance as a financial asset
July 23, 2025Yes, life insurance can offer a benefit to loved ones when you pass, but it can also be a financial asset during your life. Learn how it works.Read NowHow much of your portfolio should be in non-U.S. stocks?
July 22, 2025Explore why it may be beneficial to consider adding non‑U.S. equities by examining valuation shifts, volatility patterns and long‑term return potential.Read Now