Dan Platt
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(435) 645-2768(435) 645-2768
Michael Ruzek, CFP®, CIMA®
Senior Vice President,
Institutional Consultant,
Branch Manager,
Portfolio Management Director,
Investing with Impact Director,
Family Wealth Director,
Alternative Investments Director,
Workplace Advisor – Equity Compensation
Direct:
(435) 645-2763(435) 645-2763
Toll-Free:
(888) 251-2570(888) 251-2570
My Mission Statement
Wealth management is about more than money. It’s about having the financial freedom to focus on the things that matter most for you, your family and your business.
My Story and Services
Michael A. Ruzek is an Institutional Consultant and Resident Manager based out of the team’s Park City, Utah office. A seasoned professional with over 20 years of experience, Mike has dedicated his entire career to providing highly customized advice to private wealth clients and foundations around the country. He and his team deliver a personalized approach that includes a thorough planning process and a commitment to outstanding service. He particularly enjoys working with entrepreneurs, business owners and complicated planning situations. His dedication to his practice and clients was acknowledged by Forbes Magazine from 2020-2024 as a Best-In-State Wealth Advisor, and Best-In-State Wealth Management Team in 2024.
As an Investing with Impact Director, Mike’s substantial knowledge of mission‐based and sustainable investment strategies brings a distinctive perspective to help clients align their investment programs to reflect their values. Increasingly, investors are defining long‐term value as not only realizing attractive returns, but also generating positive social or environmental change.
Upon graduating from the University of Utah, Mike joined Dean Witter, a predecessor firm of Morgan Stanley, as a Financial Advisor in 1998. Over the next 10 years, he worked at several financial institutions, including Wachovia Securities and Zions Investment Securities, before returning to Morgan Stanley in 2008. This collective experience provides Mike with a diverse set of skills and knowledge to help him guide and advise his clients in achieving their particular goals.
He is currently a member of:
• Association of Professional Investment Consultants
• Morgan Stanley’s Business Owners Advisory Council
• Investments & Wealth Institute
He has earned the following professional designations and:
• Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®): Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®): Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
• Investing with Impact Director
• Dedicated Equity Plan Specialist
• Portfolio Management Director
He is very active in his community has served on numerous nonprofit boards, most recently the Board of the Park City Community Foundation. Originally from New Jersey, Mike lives in Park City with his wife, two children and Labrador Retrievers. He is an avid skier, mountain biker, fly fisherman and amateur meteorologist using NOAA weather buoys in Hawaii to forecast winter storms.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2020-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
As an Investing with Impact Director, Mike’s substantial knowledge of mission‐based and sustainable investment strategies brings a distinctive perspective to help clients align their investment programs to reflect their values. Increasingly, investors are defining long‐term value as not only realizing attractive returns, but also generating positive social or environmental change.
Upon graduating from the University of Utah, Mike joined Dean Witter, a predecessor firm of Morgan Stanley, as a Financial Advisor in 1998. Over the next 10 years, he worked at several financial institutions, including Wachovia Securities and Zions Investment Securities, before returning to Morgan Stanley in 2008. This collective experience provides Mike with a diverse set of skills and knowledge to help him guide and advise his clients in achieving their particular goals.
He is currently a member of:
• Association of Professional Investment Consultants
• Morgan Stanley’s Business Owners Advisory Council
• Investments & Wealth Institute
He has earned the following professional designations and:
• Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®): Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania
• CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®): Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards.
• Investing with Impact Director
• Dedicated Equity Plan Specialist
• Portfolio Management Director
He is very active in his community has served on numerous nonprofit boards, most recently the Board of the Park City Community Foundation. Originally from New Jersey, Mike lives in Park City with his wife, two children and Labrador Retrievers. He is an avid skier, mountain biker, fly fisherman and amateur meteorologist using NOAA weather buoys in Hawaii to forecast winter storms.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded Jan 2024) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based for the period 3/31/22-3/31/23.
2020-2024 Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Services Include
- Comprehensive Wealth Planning
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote2
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote3
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote4
- Philanthropic ManagementFootnote5
- Divorce Financial AnalysisFootnote6
- Trust ServicesFootnote7
- Institutional ServicesFootnote8
- Endowments and FoundationsFootnote9
- Stock Plan ServicesFootnote10
Securities Agent: MS, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, MT, VI, KY, IA, AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, ID, IL, IN, KS, LA, MA, MD, ME, MI, MN, MO; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
NMLS#: 1255442
CA Insurance License #: 0E84433
NMLS#: 1255442
CA Insurance License #: 0E84433
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Your Wealth Management Experience
Step 1: Introductory Meeting
Our relationship begins with an informal conversation to get to know you, and start to understand what’s important to you, your family and your loved ones. This is your opportunity to interview us as we get to know you.
Step 2: Discovery & Goal Setting
We continue the dialogue by fostering an in-depth conversation where we’ll gather specific details about what is important to you, including your goals and values. We’ll dive into your current financial picture and strategy, and begin to define your financial priorities, including both sides of your balance sheet, current investments and cash management strategies, your unique circumstances and your risk tolerance.
Step 3: Analysis & Plan Preparation
As a team, we’ll gather remaining details and collaborate with you to create your financial plan. We establish appropriate time lines and due dates, and will coordinate with your other financial professionals, such as your attorneys and accountants, as needed. Utilizing proprietary planning tools, we develop a flexible and personalized financial plan which will serve as the basis for our advice.
Step 4: Financial Plan Delivery & Investment Strategy
Together, you and the team will walk through your initial financial plan and discuss various planning considerations and strategies. We’ll discuss important investment concepts and provide details on our investment philosophy. We’ll target factors that are closely tied to your financial success such as income, spending, liquidity and insurance or estate needs.
Step 5: Investment Proposal & Plan Implementation
Once we have established a complete financial plan, we will present our recommendations. As we execute your plan, we’ll provide you with convenient access to your accounts and to your financial plan. We’ll provide ongoing updates and follow-up on key items to help ensure your financial plan and investment strategy are implemented as expected.
Step 6: Tracking & Regular Review
We apply a due diligence process to evaluate investment performance, and set up regular calls to discuss progress towards your goals. In these discussions, we determine if any adjustments are needed, since personal goals and market conditions change over time. Our dedicated team will be with you throughout your journey and we are always available to help. We pride ourselves on being your trusted consultants, and our goal is to give you confidence on the full spectrum of your financial world.
FAMILY OFFICE RESOURCES CAPABILITIES
We deliver the full range of experience to help address different aspects of your financial life: strategies to invest assets, but also to help manage taxes, transfer wealth, enhance philanthropic impact, reduce family conflict, and manage the affluent lifestyle.
Redefining Family Office
Your family is unlike any other we have ever served. You may, however, share many of the same questions, challenges and opportunities. We look forward to learning more about you and your family, and discussing how we can help you safeguard what you have earned and pursue your most important life goals. We deliver an exceptionally attentive level of service and dedicate ourselves to finding solutions to the challenges our clients face, even those challenges that fall well outside the traditional role of wealth managers.
Family Governance and Education
Too often, members of rising generations spend decades in silence. Having a mechanism in place such as a family mission statement, a family constitution, or an investment policy statement can offer critical parameters and guidelines to make decisions as a collective. We work with you to find your way to becoming your own generation, with your own voice.
Investment Policy
Trust and Estate Planning and Business Succession
The key to determining which trust, tax, and estate strategies to execute is to understand the interplay of personal and exogenous factors. Liquidity events such as an initial public offering or a merger or acquisition may provide income and estate planning opportunities. Liquidity events also magnify the need to put in place or update certain essential estate planning documents.
Necessary Considerations and Documents of Estate Planning
Lifestyle Services
The enjoyment of wealth means the most powerful benefits of a family office is the potential to help family members simplify their personal lives. We provide bespoke solutions and access to knowledgeable, highly personal specialists to help meet your exceptional needs, from the everyday to the extraordinary, such as: travel and concierge services, health and security advisory, tangible asset management, personal enrichment, and financial administration.
Signature Access
Philanthropic Advisory
Believing that philanthropy must be more than checkbook writing. Involved and engaged donors want to feel a connection and offer advice and input above and beyond money. Perhaps you want to use philanthropy to instill values in your children, or you want to apply your business acumen to philanthropy. Maybe it is the grassroots-type of organizations that inspire you. Holding philanthropic conversations with our team and your family to discuss values, motivations, visions, and to develop a mission statement is an effective step to achieving long term philanthropic engagement. Deciding on what level of visibility you want, what type of program to support, and how long you envision your involvement to last, are your matters that matter to us.
Charitable Giving Strategies
Art Advisory
Whether you have inherited a valuable collection or built one of your own, the stewardship of fine art and collectibles presents an extensive range of formidable challenges. These unregulated markets can be confusing, fragmented, and inefficient. With experienced art advisors at your side, you have the guidance you need to avoid pitfalls and the expertise to manage your collection as the significant asset it is.
Expertise At Your DisposalMorgan Stanley Investment Management is a premier provider of alternative investment strategies with experience that spans across private equity, private credit, hedge funds, real estate, infrastructure, and custom multi-asset solutions.
Our team is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients by delivering exceptional portfolios and custom alternative investment programs.
Our team is dedicated to serving the unique needs of our clients by delivering exceptional portfolios and custom alternative investment programs.
Private Credit
Private Credit investing is an essential component of Morgan Stanley Investment Management’s alternative investments platform. We manage a well-defined group of strategies and seek to deliver attractive returns to our investors by forging successful partnerships with our portfolio companies.
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Real Estate
Morgan Stanley Real Estate Investing (MSREI) is the global private real estate investment management arm of Morgan Stanley. With ~200 professionals in 17 offices across 13 countries plus decades of experience investing internationally, MSREI is uniquely positioned to execute core and opportunistic strategies globally.
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Private Equity
Our private equity teams invest in segments of the market that, in our view, are generally underserved by other providers of private capital. We invest directly in private businesses and also allocate capital to compelling fund managers, secondary market opportunities and co-investments on behalf of our limited partners. We seek situations where we believe our expertise, reputation and access to the unparalleled resources of Morgan Stanley will enable us to generate attractive risk-adjusted returns.
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Infrastructure
Morgan Stanley Investment Management has been investing in infrastructure assets on a global basis for over 10 years. We have since emerged as one of the industry’s leading direct infrastructure investment platforms with offices in New York, London, Melbourne, Hong Kong, Amsterdam and Mumbai.
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Hedge Funds
We focus on delivering a broad range of hedge fund portfolio strategies to a global client base. Our strategies include custom hedge fund portfolios; broadly-diversified, opportunistic and strategy-specific funds; and advisory services.
Learn MoreCustom Multi-Asset Solutions
We focus in managing custom alternative investment strategies that enable us to address the unique risk, return and liquidity objectives of our clients.
Learn MoreInsight & Resources
Morgan Stanley provides clients with resources meant to transform complex financial analysis and research into concise and easily digestible content. The links below offer insight into the modern market and economic landscape.
Wealth Management Audiocast
Check out our recent market update audiocasts, including the latest from Wealth Management Chief Investment Officer Lisa Shalett.
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Thoughts on the Market Podcast
With perspectives on the forces shaping the market, join Mike Wilson, Chief Investment Officer and Chief US Equity Strategist for Morgan Stanley, as he and his colleagues discuss a variety of viewpoints regarding the latest trends in the financial marketplace.
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Global Investment Committee Weekly Report
The Global Investment Committee's Lisa Shalett headlines this weekly look at markets, asset class performance, and fixed income.
GIC Weekly Report
GIC Monthly Research Report
Detailed market commentary from Morgan Stanley's thought leaders on topics such as global equities, fixed income, monetary policy, and more.
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Tax-Efficient Charitable Giving Strategies
Many of us prefer to combine our support for the causes and people we care about with a desire to save on taxes. Fortunately, there are strategies that may help us accomplish both. Whether you want to donate to charity or invest in a loved-one's future, consider these tax-smart ways to help make your giving go further.
Tax-Savvy Ways to Give
The One Conversation You Should Be Having
As hard as it is to swallow, old age can rob one of hard-won independence. And, at some point, we'll all be faced with the reality that we're unable or unfit to make important calls about finances and medical care. Take these steps to ensure that you have trusted decision-makers in place should you—or your parents—become incapacitated.
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Reserved Living & Giving
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2023 Federal Tax Tables
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Direct:
(435) 645-2763(435) 645-2763
Toll-Free:
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Meet My Team
Tracy Pati, CFP®, CDFA®
Financial Advisor
Phone:
(435) 901-6067(435) 901-6067
Melanie L. Hanna
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(435) 645-2769(435) 645-2769
About Dan Platt
As an experienced and thoughtful professional, I enjoy helping individuals and businesses achieve their financial goals with world class client experience, confidence, and an affordable fee structure for comprehensive financial and investment strategies.
I am focused on my client's financial goals by being genuine, ethical, listening, and utilizing Morgan Stanley's premier platform and full spectrum of financial products. Delivering in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve.
I understand that investing is only one aspect of my client's financial picture. This is why I believe in working successfully with your CPA and Estate Attorney for a complete strategy for all your financial needs.
I have been in this industry since 1999. First with Merrill Lynch and then joined Morgan Stanley in 2012. I am licensed with FINRA's Series 7, 63 and 65 and NMLS and I have been awarded several recognition awards for client service excellence.
I enjoy my career, volunteering, sports, good movies, exploring, driving my jeep, and spending time with my family and friends.
I am focused on my client's financial goals by being genuine, ethical, listening, and utilizing Morgan Stanley's premier platform and full spectrum of financial products. Delivering in the way that is most appropriate for how you invest and what you want to achieve.
I understand that investing is only one aspect of my client's financial picture. This is why I believe in working successfully with your CPA and Estate Attorney for a complete strategy for all your financial needs.
I have been in this industry since 1999. First with Merrill Lynch and then joined Morgan Stanley in 2012. I am licensed with FINRA's Series 7, 63 and 65 and NMLS and I have been awarded several recognition awards for client service excellence.
I enjoy my career, volunteering, sports, good movies, exploring, driving my jeep, and spending time with my family and friends.
Securities Agent: MD, MI, MN, MO, MS, MT, NC, ND, NE, NH, NJ, NM, NV, NY, OH, OK, OR, PA, PR, RI, SC, SD, TN, TX, UT, VA, VI, VT, WA, WI, WV, WY, ME, AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, DC, DE, FL, GA, HI, IA, ID, IL, IN, KS, KY, LA, MA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
About Tracy Pati
Tracy Pati brings a wealth of experience and a profound commitment to helping individuals and families achieve financial success. With a career in financial services spanning since 2014, Tracy firmly believes in the power of a comprehensive financial plan as the cornerstone of her client relationships. Holding the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® (CDFA®)* designations, her approach encompasses a wide array of financial considerations, from investment strategies and tax awareness to estate planning strategies and insurance needs, all tailored to her clients' unique circumstances and goals.
Tracy's journey in the financial services industry began with her cum laude graduation from the University of Utah, where she earned bachelor's degrees in International Studies and Spanish Teaching. She honed her skills at Cambridge Financial, acquiring securities and life and health insurance licenses. Her career then led her to Wells Fargo Advisors in California, where she served as a Client Associate. Upon returning to Utah, Tracy joined the Morgan Stanley Client Advisory Center, eventually rising to the position of Financial Advisor. Her two years as a Wealth Advisor Associate for the Mountain States Complex allowed her to hone her financial planning acumen.
Today, Tracy combines her diverse background, fluency in language and culture, insurance experience, and a strong commitment to client service to offer a comprehensive suite of wealth management and investment strategies. Beyond her professional life, Tracy has contributed to the Utah Lacrosse community, and wore multiple hats as a women's lacrosse official, coach, and player. She cherishes her family time, sharing her life with her husband Don, who transitioned from professional rugby to a career in law enforcement, and their three beautiful daughters, Kathy, Faith, and Jami. Together, they relish moments spent with their beloved pups, Charlie and Sophie.
For those seeking a complimentary financial plan that truly understands and respects their unique circumstances, Tracy is just a phone call or email away.
*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.
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. Clients 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.
Tracy's journey in the financial services industry began with her cum laude graduation from the University of Utah, where she earned bachelor's degrees in International Studies and Spanish Teaching. She honed her skills at Cambridge Financial, acquiring securities and life and health insurance licenses. Her career then led her to Wells Fargo Advisors in California, where she served as a Client Associate. Upon returning to Utah, Tracy joined the Morgan Stanley Client Advisory Center, eventually rising to the position of Financial Advisor. Her two years as a Wealth Advisor Associate for the Mountain States Complex allowed her to hone her financial planning acumen.
Today, Tracy combines her diverse background, fluency in language and culture, insurance experience, and a strong commitment to client service to offer a comprehensive suite of wealth management and investment strategies. Beyond her professional life, Tracy has contributed to the Utah Lacrosse community, and wore multiple hats as a women's lacrosse official, coach, and player. She cherishes her family time, sharing her life with her husband Don, who transitioned from professional rugby to a career in law enforcement, and their three beautiful daughters, Kathy, Faith, and Jami. Together, they relish moments spent with their beloved pups, Charlie and Sophie.
For those seeking a complimentary financial plan that truly understands and respects their unique circumstances, Tracy is just a phone call or email away.
*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.
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. Clients 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.
Securities Agent: UT, WA, WY, WV, WI, VT, VI, VA, TX, TN, SD, SC, RI, PR, PA, OK, OH, NY, NM, NJ, NH, ND, NC, MT, MS, MO, MN, MI, ME, MD, MA, LA, KY, KS, IN, IL, ID, IA, HI, GA, FL, DE, DC, CT, CO, CA, AZ, AR, AL, AK, NE, OR, NV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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CA Insurance License #: 0K15075
NMLS#: 2127450
CA Insurance License #: 0K15075
About Melanie L. Hanna
Melanie's professional journey has been marked by a bold career shift in 2010, transitioning from the realm of luxury retail to the dynamic world of finance. Over the past 13 years, she has contributed her expertise to various teams within Morgan Stanley, predominantly focusing on operations. However, her innate passion for client interactions led her to an exciting opportunity with a team based in Tampa, Florida. A proud graduate of Weber State University in Utah with a degree in Sales and Marketing. Beyond her professional pursuits, Melanie has a zest for life that knows no bounds.
On a more personal note, Melanie's adventurous spirit was nurtured during her upbringing, as she spent her formative years in Germany and Belgium, in addition to living and working in diverse cities such as DC, Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia, and Tampa. Melanie finds joy in lifting weights, indulging in movies, and exploring the world through travel. Her love for adrenaline rushes is satisfied through whitewater rafting, and she's also an avid horsewoman who rides, shows, and breeds Arabian horses. One of her most ambitious goals is to compete in the Tevis Cup, a grueling 100-mile endurance race that must be completed within 24 hours.
Melanie's caring nature extends to her family, as she enthusiastically supports her nieces and nephews in their activities. Her heart is further warmed by her three-legged cat, Grisabella. Recently, the allure of the mountains beckoned Melanie back to her roots, and she's thrilled to be a part of our team in Park City, where she continues to channel her passion for exceptional client experiences.
On a more personal note, Melanie's adventurous spirit was nurtured during her upbringing, as she spent her formative years in Germany and Belgium, in addition to living and working in diverse cities such as DC, Baltimore, New York, Philadelphia, and Tampa. Melanie finds joy in lifting weights, indulging in movies, and exploring the world through travel. Her love for adrenaline rushes is satisfied through whitewater rafting, and she's also an avid horsewoman who rides, shows, and breeds Arabian horses. One of her most ambitious goals is to compete in the Tevis Cup, a grueling 100-mile endurance race that must be completed within 24 hours.
Melanie's caring nature extends to her family, as she enthusiastically supports her nieces and nephews in their activities. Her heart is further warmed by her three-legged cat, Grisabella. Recently, the allure of the mountains beckoned Melanie back to her roots, and she's thrilled to be a part of our team in Park City, where she continues to channel her passion for exceptional client experiences.
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Scott Knudsen
Senior Private Banker
About Scott Knudsen
Scott Knudsen is a Senior Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Colorado, Utah, and Wyoming.
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.
Scott began his career in financial services in 2001, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2006 as a High Net Worth Lending Advisor. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Credit Analyst at Merrill Lynch.
Scott is a graduate of the University of Utah, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He lives in Park City, Utah with his family. Outside of the office, enjoys hiking, mountain biking, skiing and camping.
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.
Scott began his career in financial services in 2001, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2006 as a High Net Worth Lending Advisor. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Credit Analyst at Merrill Lynch.
Scott is a graduate of the University of Utah, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Finance. He lives in Park City, Utah with his family. Outside of the office, enjoys hiking, mountain biking, skiing and camping.
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Managing Significant Wealth
- Investment Management
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- Cash Management & Lending
- Family Governance & Wealth Education
- Signature Access
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Philanthropy
Making sure your philanthropic dollars are managed with the same high quality service as the rest of your wealth.
- Endowments
- Foundations
- Donor Advised Funds
- Impact Investing
Family
Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
- Long Term Care Insurance
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- Trust Services
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- Managing Family Wealth
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- Reduce employee stress,
- Improve retention and engagement, and
- Set themselves apart by offering comprehensive financial wellness benefits.
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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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