Matt Stotler
Private Banker
Chris R. Lynett
Executive Director,
Financial Advisor
Direct:
(303) 572-4082(303) 572-4082
My Mission Statement
With a mission to empower his clients and generations of their families to achieve financial success. Chris provides guidance, personalized strategies and implementation of the vast resources Morgan Stanley offers. By fostering strong relationships, Chris proves he can make financial decision-making simpler by aligning his investment strategies with his client’s unique vision for their future.
My Story and Services
Chris Lynett is a Financial Advisor and Executive Director in the Denver Office for Morgan Stanley Wealth Management. Chris strives to work with clients to assess their current financial situation and defining what success means for each of his clients. Chris is most proud of forging strong partnerships by identifying what is most important to his clients and offering customized solutions. His recent partnership with Morgan Stanley further exemplifies his commitment to his fiduciary responsibility of doing only what is in his client's best interests.
Chris most recently was a Managing Director with Wells Fargo Advisors where he served clients for the past 18 years. Prior to beginning his career as a Financial Advisor, Chris was an Assistant Vice President at FirstBank throughout the Colorado Springs and Denver Metro Areas for 3 years, where he was responsible for branch management and business development.
Chris earned his Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from the University of Northern Colorado where he was President of the local chapter of the Mortar Board Society, Associate Director of the President's Leadership Program, and a defensive end Northern Colorado Football team.
Chris is most proud of the family he has created with his wife Elizabeth (Liz). They have three children - Ainsley, Maddie, and Jack. Ainsley currently is a Sophomore at the University of Tampa studying to become a nurse, Maddie is a Junior at Columbine High School participating in NHS, Student Senate, Volleyball and Tennis. Jack is a freshman at Columbine High School and is very busy with school and is a member of the golf and lacrosse teams. The Lynetts also are passionate dog lovers and spend a lot of time with their dogs Murphy (Whoodle) and Max (Havashire) Please see the Photos Tab for what is going on with our busy lives!
During his career as a Financial Advisor, Mr. Lynett has been recognized with the following accomplishments:
- 2018 and 2019 Forbes Top Next Generation Wealth Advisor.
- 2023 & 2024 Denver Five Star Wealth Manager You Need to Know featured in the Wall Street Journal December 13th, 2023, Edition
- 2013-2024 Denver Five Star Wealth Manager featured in 5280 Magazine
2018-2019 Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State (formerly referred to as Forbes America's Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 1,000 Next-Gen Wealth Advisors, Forbes Top 500 Next Generation Wealth Advisors) Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2018-2019). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2013-2024 Five Star Wealth Manager Award Source: fivestarprofessional.com (Awarded 2013-2024) These awards were determined through an evaluation process conducted by Five Star Professional, based on objective criteria, during the following periods: 2013 Award - 2/19/12 - 8/17/12
2014 Award - 2/19/13 - 8/17/13
2015 Award - 2/19/15 - 8/17/15
2016 Award - 2/23/16 - 8/26/16
2017 Award - 1/18/17 - 8/9/17
2018 Award - 1/18/18 - 8/21/18
2019 Award - 1/21/19 - 8/23/19
2020 Award - 1/20/20 - 8/14/20
2021 Award - 1/4/21 - 7/30/21 2022 Award - 1/17/22 - 7/15/22 2023 Award - 11/12/22 - 6/30/23
2024 Award -12/12/23 - 7/9/24
Services Include
- 529 PlansFootnote1
- AnnuitiesFootnote2
- Art AdvisoryFootnote3
- Asset Management
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote4
- Cash ManagementFootnote5
- Certificates of DepositFootnote6
- CommoditiesFootnote7
- Corporate BondsFootnote8
- Corporate Investment SolutionsFootnote9
- Corporate Pension Plans
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote10
Securities Agent: AZ, AR, CA, CO, FL, HI, IL, MO, NV, NY, NC, RI, TN, TX, VT, WA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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Picture 1: Chris and wife Liz hiking
Picture 2: Jack, Ainsley, and Maddie
Picture 3: Ainsley's graduation from High School (Class of 2023)
Picture 4: Christmas Cookie Decorating Party!
Picture 5: Jack making golf epic
Picture 6: Chris and Liz
Picture 7: Maddie's volleyball tournament
Picture 8: Murphy and Max stealing the show
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Denver, CO 80202
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About Matt Stotler
Matt Stotler is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Colorado.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Matt began his career in financial services in 1987 with Bank of America, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Manager at Merrill Lynch. He also served as a Private Client Manager with U.S. Trust.
Matt is a graduate of California State University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a minor in Spanish. He currently lives in Parker, Colorado. Outside of the office, Matt enjoys playing and coaching soccer, as well as spending time hiking, camping and biking with his 3 daughters.
Private Bankers partner with Financial Advisors to develop a specialized approach for managing clients’ cash flow, liquidity and financing needs, leveraging our comprehensive suite of cash management and lending solutions.
Matt began his career in financial services in 1987 with Bank of America, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Manager at Merrill Lynch. He also served as a Private Client Manager with U.S. Trust.
Matt is a graduate of California State University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a minor in Spanish. He currently lives in Parker, Colorado. Outside of the office, Matt enjoys playing and coaching soccer, as well as spending time hiking, camping and biking with his 3 daughters.
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- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
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- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
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Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
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- Qualified Retirement Plans
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1Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
3Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan Stanley does not assist with buying or selling art in any way and merely provides information to clients interested learning more about the different types of art markets at a high level. Any client interested in buying or selling art should consult with their own independent art advisor.
4Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
6Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
7Investing in commodities entails significant risks. The commodities markets may fluctuate widely based on a variety of factors including changes in supply and demand relationships; governmental programs and policies; national and international political and economic events; war and terrorist events; changes in interest and exchange rates; trading activities in commodities and related contracts; pestilence; weather; technological change; and, the price volatility of a commodity. In addition, the commodities markets are subject to temporary distortions or other disruptions due to various factors, including lack of liquidity, participation of speculators and government intervention.
8Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
9Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
10When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
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For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
3Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan Stanley does not assist with buying or selling art in any way and merely provides information to clients interested learning more about the different types of art markets at a high level. Any client interested in buying or selling art should consult with their own independent art advisor.
4Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
5Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
6Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
7Investing in commodities entails significant risks. The commodities markets may fluctuate widely based on a variety of factors including changes in supply and demand relationships; governmental programs and policies; national and international political and economic events; war and terrorist events; changes in interest and exchange rates; trading activities in commodities and related contracts; pestilence; weather; technological change; and, the price volatility of a commodity. In addition, the commodities markets are subject to temporary distortions or other disruptions due to various factors, including lack of liquidity, participation of speculators and government intervention.
8Fixed Income investing entails credit risks and interest rate risks. When interest rates rise, bond prices generally fall.
9Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Clients should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
10When Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and Private Wealth Advisors (collectively, “Morgan Stanley”) provide “investment advice” regarding a retirement or welfare benefit plan account, an individual retirement account or a Coverdell education savings account (“Retirement Account”), Morgan Stanley is a “fiduciary” as those terms are defined under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”), and/or the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (the “Code”), as applicable. When Morgan Stanley provides investment education, takes orders on an unsolicited basis or otherwise does not provide “investment advice”, Morgan Stanley will not be considered a “fiduciary” under ERISA and/or the Code. For more information regarding Morgan Stanley’s role with respect to a Retirement Account, please visit www.morganstanley.com/disclosures/dol. Tax laws are complex and subject to change. Morgan Stanley does not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals are encouraged to consult their tax and legal advisors (a) before establishing a Retirement Account, and (b) regarding any potential tax, ERISA and related consequences of any investments or other transactions made with respect to a Retirement Account. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
The securities/instruments, services, investments and investment strategies discussed in this material may not be appropriate for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment, investment strategy or service will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC recommends that investors independently evaluate particular investments, strategies and services, and encourages investors to seek the advice of a Financial Advisor or Private Wealth Advisor. This material does not provide individually tailored investment advice. It has been prepared without regard to the individual financial circumstances and objectives of persons who receive it.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors or Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Individuals should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”) is not implying an affiliation, sponsorship, endorsement with/of the third party or that any monitoring is being done by Morgan Stanley of any information contained within the website. Morgan Stanley is not responsible for the information contained on the third-party website or the use of or inability to use such site. Nor do we guarantee their accuracy or completeness.
The views, opinions or advice contained within third party websites or materials are solely those of the author, who is not a Morgan Stanley employee, and do not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, or its affiliates. The strategies and/or investments referenced may not be appropriate for all investors as the appropriateness of a particular investment or strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives.
*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ and federally registered CFP (with flame design) in the U.S, which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
The use of the CDFA designation does not permit the rendering of legal advice by Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors which may only be done by a licensed attorney. The CDFA designation is not intended to imply that either Morgan Stanley or its Financial Advisors are acting as experts in this field.
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