Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Management
Mark Howard Lewis
Managing Director, Private Wealth Management,
Family Wealth Director,
Private Wealth Advisor,
Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation,
Lending Specialist,
Global Sports and Entertainment Director
Direct:
(212) 893-6474(212) 893-6474
My Mission Statement
Integrity, experience, intellectual capital and customized advice to help achieve your goals.
My Story and Services
A founding partner of the Altera Wealth Management Group, Mark Lewis works with clients that include multi-generational families, private equity and hedge fund partners, corporate executives, founders, entertainment professionals, and not-for-profit organizations.
Over the course of his 20-year wealth management career, Mark has received widespread recognition within the firm and the financial services industry. He was recognized as a Forbes Magazine Best in State Wealth Advisor of New York in 2020, 2021, and 2022. Mark has been a member of Morgan Stanley’s President’s Council since 2016, most recently in 2023 and is part of a select group of Morgan Stanley Advisors who has earned the firm’s designation of FAMILY WEALTH DIRECTOR. He is regularly asked to participate in pilot programs for Morgan Stanley’s banking, risk and technical initiatives.
As Chief Operating Officer for the team, Mark is responsible for all operational aspects of the Altera Wealth Management Group. Under Mark’s leadership, the Altera Wealth Management Group has built a proprietary platform that can be customized to help meet the needs of each client’s unique situation.
Mark began his career as a financial analyst and portfolio accountant for CMS Financial Services (eventually became Convergent Wealth Advisors that was bought by City National Bank) in Washington, D.C. He joined CIBC Oppenheimer in 2000 before moving to Paine Webber (later UBS) in 2001. Along with Robin Krasny, Mark founded the Altera Wealth Management Group (formerly KL Wealth Management Group) in 2004.
Mark has served on the Manhattan Leadership Council of The American Cancer Society since 2006 and is a member of Prep for Prep’s Associates Council. He has hired and mentored Prep for Prep interns every summer since 2004.
Mark graduated from The American University in Washington, D.C. with a B.S. in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance. A semi-retired basketball player and a little league coach, Mark lives in New York City with his wife Sara, son Dylan and daughter Sloane.
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023 and 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21-3/31/22 and 3/31/22-3/31/23.
Over the course of his 20-year wealth management career, Mark has received widespread recognition within the firm and the financial services industry. He was recognized as a Forbes Magazine Best in State Wealth Advisor of New York in 2020, 2021, and 2022. Mark has been a member of Morgan Stanley’s President’s Council since 2016, most recently in 2023 and is part of a select group of Morgan Stanley Advisors who has earned the firm’s designation of FAMILY WEALTH DIRECTOR. He is regularly asked to participate in pilot programs for Morgan Stanley’s banking, risk and technical initiatives.
As Chief Operating Officer for the team, Mark is responsible for all operational aspects of the Altera Wealth Management Group. Under Mark’s leadership, the Altera Wealth Management Group has built a proprietary platform that can be customized to help meet the needs of each client’s unique situation.
Mark began his career as a financial analyst and portfolio accountant for CMS Financial Services (eventually became Convergent Wealth Advisors that was bought by City National Bank) in Washington, D.C. He joined CIBC Oppenheimer in 2000 before moving to Paine Webber (later UBS) in 2001. Along with Robin Krasny, Mark founded the Altera Wealth Management Group (formerly KL Wealth Management Group) in 2004.
Mark has served on the Manhattan Leadership Council of The American Cancer Society since 2006 and is a member of Prep for Prep’s Associates Council. He has hired and mentored Prep for Prep interns every summer since 2004.
Mark graduated from The American University in Washington, D.C. with a B.S. in Business Administration and a concentration in Finance. A semi-retired basketball player and a little league coach, Mark lives in New York City with his wife Sara, son Dylan and daughter Sloane.
2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
2023, 2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2023 and 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/21-3/31/22 and 3/31/22-3/31/23.
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About PWM
Founded in 1977, Private Wealth Management is the division of Morgan Stanley Wealth Management that is dedicated to serving the firm’s most affluent clients, including some of the world’s most accomplished entrepreneurs, executives and stewards of multigenerational wealth. Functioning as an exclusive investment boutique within a global financial firm, we deliver sophisticated solutions that leverage the intellectual capital and insight of Morgan Stanley’s substantial global resources. Drawing on a deep understanding of your financial life, our goal is to help you:
- Manage investments with an unwavering focus on your financial strategy and personal goals
- Create comprehensive, multigenerational wealth management plans based on your needs, challenges and the values that guide your life and legacy
- Simplify financial complexity to help you achieve clarity and control
Private Wealth Management Highlights
- Approximately 350 teams1 specialized in assisting individuals and families with $20MM+ in investable assets
- Over $980 billion in AUM1
- Comprising 23% of the Barron’s Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams for 2024
- Direct access to ultra high net worth experts in philanthropy, family dynamics, wealth transfer, lifestyle advisory and other areas of interest to ultra high net worth families
1 Morgan Stanley Wealth Management, December, 2024
Source: Barron's.com (May 2024) 2024 Barron's Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams awarded in 2024. The teams are ranked on a variety of factors, including their size and shape, their regulatory records and credentials of their members, and the resources they have at their disposal to serve their client bases. The rankings are meant as a starting point for clients looking for an advisor—a first-pass vetting that can help investors narrow a search. Every advisor will have his or her own approach to investing, financial planning, and other services. Clients are encouraged to approach a search for an advisor the way they would a search for a doctor—interviewing multiple professionals and getting opinions from multiple third parties. Rankings are based on the opinions of Barron's and this ranking may not be representative of any one client’s experience. This ranking is not indicative of the Financial Advisor’s future performance. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is not affiliated with Barron's. Barron’s is a registered trademark of Dow Jones & Company, L.P. All rights reserved.
WEALTH MANAGEMENT, REBOOTED FOR NEXTGEN FOUNDERS
Pivoting from entrepreneur to investor.
Giving back.
The old-school approach to managing wealth that worked for your parents may not be right for you.
Our Founder Evaluation can help you accomplish the following:
- Pre-IPO Liquidity Strategy
- Concentrated Equity & Tax Planning
- Founder-focused CPA/Attorney Referrals
- Financial Education: Markets & Investing "101"
Education & Team Formation
-Investing & Markets 101
-Tax & Estate Planning Considerations
-CPA & Tax/Estate Attorney Introductions
Liquidity Strategy
-Cash Management
-Lending
-Private Share Liquidity
Investment Strategy
-Asset Allocation
-Portfolio Management
-Alternatives & Private Investments
Tax Optimization Strategies
-CPA & Tax Advisor Synchronization
-Income & Estate Tax Analysis
-Implementation of Strategic Tax/Estate Plan
Life Event Planning
-Home Purchase
-Children's Education
-New Business Formation
-Retirement
Risk Management
-Property, Casualty & Umbrella Insurance
-Life, Accident & Health Insurance
-Business Succession Planning
Concentrated Equity
-Hedging & Monetization Planning
-Qualified Small Business Stock Strategies
-Options Exercise Analysis
-Rule 144 & 10b5-1 Exit Plans
Family Office Resources
-Synthesized Reporting (Balance Sheet, Performance & Tax)
-Record Keeping, Bill Pay & Cash Movement
-Concierge & Lifestyle Services
Philathropy Management
-Mission, Goal & Strategy Formulation
-Insight & Connections to Nonprofits
-Collaboration & Tactical Execution
Family Wealth Dynamics
-Multigenerational Strategy
-Family Governance & Communication
-Financial Education
World Class Advice for Private Companies & Investors
Inspirational ideas deserve the backing of an exceptional team.
Decades supporting some of the world's largest institutions breeds a different sense of urgency.
For Startups. Advice, technology and access to capital markets. As a global leader in investment banking, research, trading and both workplace and private wealth, our ability to support private companies is second to none. From equity administration solutions that scale from Seed to IPO, 409A valuations and tender offers to IPO/M&A readiness, corporate retirement and employee financial wellness, our "A-to-Z" capabilities and modular offerings can flex with your needs and funding stage.
For Venture Capital. Given our mutual focus on private companies, we are an extension of your value as a trusted advisor to Founders and Startups. And whether it's Founder introductions, invitations to our events, private market liquidity for General Partners/Limited Partners positions or a tax-advantaged retirement plan for participants, we can also help you execute at the fund level while simultaneously supporting your portfolio companies.
Some of the ways we help private companies and investors include:
Equity Cap Table Management
Startup Equity Admin by Morgan Stanley Shareworks
409A Valuations
Audit-Ready Valuations at Every Stage Of Growth
Tender Offers & Private Secondary Market Trading
Liquidity Without the IPO: Tender Offers Simplified
Corporate Retirement & Tax-Advantage Profit Share Plans (VC GPs)
MS at Work Retirement Solutions
IPO/M&A Readiness
Going Public: Direct Listing vs. Traditional IPO
Employee Financial Wellness
Empower Your Employees with Financial Education Benefits
Institutional Trading & LP Stock Distributions
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Wealth Management for Athletes and Entertainers
Understanding the unique financial challenges of athletes and entertainers and how they differ from one profession to the next, we deliver the experience and resources you need to help create and implement a comprehensive, multigenerational wealth management plan based on your needs, values and aspirations.
- Investment Management
- Wealth Transfer & Philanthropy
- Private Banking Solutions
- Family Governance & Wealth Education
- Lifestyle Advisory
Insights and Outcomes
Thought Leadership for our ultra high net worth clients, which contains thought-provoking articles, authored by leading experts from Morgan Stanley Family Office Resources.
Financial Wellness
Enhancing Financial Wellness enables your workforce to do their best work. Companies that invest in financial wellness have an opportunity to:
- Reduce employee stress,
- Improve retention and engagement, and
- Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
Managing Significant Wealth
- Investment Management
- Wealth Transfer & Philanthropy
- Cash Management & Lending
- Family Governance & Wealth Education
- Lifestyle Advisory
- Business Services
Private Wealth Management Podcast
Bringing you engaging stories and key insights surrounding the complexities associated with significant wealth, including:
- Intergenerational Planning
- Philanthropic Giving
- Non-Traditional Assets
- Managing Family Wealth
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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.
Asset Allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.
The securities/instruments, investments and investment strategies discussed on this website may not be suitable for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment or investment strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. The views and opinions expressed on this website may not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). This website and its associated content are intended for U.S. residents only.
Morgan Stanley and its Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Visitors to this website should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers may only transact business in states where they are registered or excluded or exempted from registration. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers are not registered or excluded or exempt from registration.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
See the Financial Advisors Biographies for Registration and Licensing information.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Life insurance, disability income insurance, and long-term care insurance are offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC's licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Lifestyle Advisory Services: Products 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.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association.
Morgan 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
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Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not accept appointments nor will it act as a trustee but it will provide access to trust services through an appropriate third-party corporate trustee.
Asset Allocation does not assure a profit or protect against loss in declining financial markets.
The securities/instruments, investments and investment strategies discussed on this website may not be suitable for all investors. The appropriateness of a particular investment or investment strategy will depend on an investor's individual circumstances and objectives. The views and opinions expressed on this website may not necessarily reflect those of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). This website and its associated content are intended for U.S. residents only.
Morgan Stanley and its Private Wealth Advisors do not provide tax or legal advice. Visitors to this website should consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning and other legal matters.
Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers may only transact business in states where they are registered or excluded or exempted from registration. Transacting business, follow-up and individualized responses involving either effecting or attempting to effect transactions in securities, or the rendering of personalized investment advice for compensation, will not be made to persons in states where Morgan Stanley Private Wealth Advisers are not registered or excluded or exempt from registration.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
See the Financial Advisors Biographies for Registration and Licensing information.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Center for Financial Planning, Inc. owns and licenses the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States to Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., which authorizes individuals who successfully complete the organization's initial and ongoing certification requirements to use the certification marks.
Investment Management Consultants Association, Inc. owns the marks CIMA®, Certified Investment Management Analyst® (with graph element)®, and Certified Investment Management Analyst® .
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC offers insurance products in conjunction with its licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Life insurance, disability income insurance, and long-term care insurance are offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC's licensed insurance agency affiliates.
Lifestyle Advisory Services: Products 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.
Private Bankers are employees of Morgan Stanley Private Bank, National Association.
Morgan 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
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