(Source: Business Wire)

Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC announced today that, in partnership
with The Hartford and their charitable partner the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer
Fund, it will host a reception and conversation with four-time WNBA
Champion and breast cancer research advocate, Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, at
the Neuberger Museum of Art, Purchase College on Thursday, October 8th
at 5:30 p.m.
The event is a client and community engagement in recognition of
National Breast Cancer Awareness Month and is sponsored by The Hartford,
the first founding partner of the Kay Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund. More than
200 Morgan Stanley Smith Barney employees, clients and tri-state
community leaders are expected to attend.
"Morgan Stanley Smith Barney is pleased to partner with The Hartford and
the Kay-Yow/WBCA Cancer Fund on this event," said John Campbell,
Managing Director, Head of National Business Development at Morgan
Stanley Smith Barney. "We are especially delighted to feature Ms.
Cooper-Dyke. It's important to keep the dialogue open on this dreadful
disease and work towards finding a cure."
Cynthia Cooper-Dyke, whose mother passed away from breast cancer, played
for Coach Kay Yow when the U.S. women's Olympic basketball team won Gold
in 1988 and supports the Fund through the Coaches vs. Cancer Program.
Across the country Morgan Stanley Smith Barney employees support a
number of charitable organizations including some that promote cancer
awareness. More information can be found on the Morgan Stanley Smith
Barney Women Financial Advisors Forum website at http://womenfaforum.morganstanleysmithbarney.com.
Those interested in attending this event may RSVP at MSSB.NBD.Events@morganstanley.com
or call (914) 225-8305.
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About The Hartford
Celebrating nearly 200 years, The Hartford (NYSE: HIG) is an
insurance-based financial services company that serves households,
businesses and employees by helping to protect their assets and income
from risks, and by managing wealth and retirement needs. A Fortune 500
company, The Hartford is recognized widely for its service expertise and
as one of the world's most ethical companies. More information on the
company and its financial performance is available at www.thehartford.com.
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