John Rochester, QPFC
Senior Vice President, Wealth Advisor, Senior Investment Management Consultant, Alternative Investments Director, Portfolio Management Director
Phone:
(505) 988-7722(505) 988-7722
Mitch Vigil, CFP®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management,
Financial Advisor,
Portfolio Management Director
Direct:
(505) 889-2866(505) 889-2866
Industry Award WinnerMy Mission Statement
To care for and to understand the uniqueness of each client, creating a reliable go to source of quality information specific to each family.
Named Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2025*
Named Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors 2025*
My Story and Services
Mitch Vigil brings an extensive amount of experience to his role as a Financial Advisor. Born and raised in Albuquerque, New Mexico, Mitch enjoys working in the city he calls home. Mitch joined Morgan Stanley in 2015, and rapidly grew his career by enhancing the service and advice he provides to clients, becoming a Senior Vice President and Senior Portfolio Manager. He focuses on providing personalized advice and service through a disciplined wealth management process. Mitch serves a wide and diverse range of clients, though a large portion of Mitch’s clientele are women above the age of 50, both single and married.
When asked about his role, Mitch said “As a family man and member of the community, I understand what is important to me and what brings me fulfillment. Taking the time to listen and truly understand what makes my clients happy, what they value, who's important in their life, and what they enjoy doing most is the center of our relationship. In order to help my clients spend more time on the things that matter most to them, I bring the tools and resources to help make sure their financial future is secure and they are fulfilled personally. Working closely with others to help craft, build and maintain their chosen lifestyle is what drives my passion and my life.”
Mitch earned his B.A. in Business Administration, Financial Management, and Economics from the University of New Mexico. He volunteers and is the board chair/president of the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation. This foundation helps cancer patients with non-medical financial costs and other support services.
Mitch has been married to Camaree since 2015, and they have two children together, Greyson and Camila. In his free time, Mitch enjoys reading, exercising, mountain biking, and doing house projects with his wife.
*Disclosure:
2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
When asked about his role, Mitch said “As a family man and member of the community, I understand what is important to me and what brings me fulfillment. Taking the time to listen and truly understand what makes my clients happy, what they value, who's important in their life, and what they enjoy doing most is the center of our relationship. In order to help my clients spend more time on the things that matter most to them, I bring the tools and resources to help make sure their financial future is secure and they are fulfilled personally. Working closely with others to help craft, build and maintain their chosen lifestyle is what drives my passion and my life.”
Mitch earned his B.A. in Business Administration, Financial Management, and Economics from the University of New Mexico. He volunteers and is the board chair/president of the New Mexico Cancer Center Foundation. This foundation helps cancer patients with non-medical financial costs and other support services.
Mitch has been married to Camaree since 2015, and they have two children together, Greyson and Camila. In his free time, Mitch enjoys reading, exercising, mountain biking, and doing house projects with his wife.
*Disclosure:
2025 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2025). 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
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Financial PlanningFootnote2
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote3
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote4
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote5
- LGBT+ Planning ServicesFootnote6
- Life InsuranceFootnote7
- Philanthropic ManagementFootnote8
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote9
- Planning for Education FundingFootnote10
- Sustainable InvestingFootnote11
Securities Agent: MA, IA, FL, VT, VA, OK, NV, NE, MS, GA, CT, CO, TX, OR, ME, KS, ID, AR, WY, RI, OH, NY, NC, MD, NM, MT, MI, AZ, UT, TN, DC, WI, NJ, MO, MN, CA, WA, SD, SC, NH; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
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Introduction:
Our role is to help you ensure that your investment objectives are consistent with both your pressing financial concerns and your long-term aspirations. Working together, we define what is important to you and develop the solutions to help get you there. We have developed a disciplined process to help you achieve your goals.
Step 1: Getting to Know Each Other
Our relationship begins with listening to learn about who you are as a person. We meet to talk – not just about your assets, but also about your values, aspirations and vision for the future. Understanding who you are and what you hope to accomplish enables us to identify potential gaps that may exist between you and your goals, and to develop customized strategies that help maximize your likelihood of success.
Step 2: Developing your Personalized Wealth Management Strategy
Based on our discussions, we have gathered all of what matters most to you. We will work collaboratively to develop specific strategies which are tailored to your unique financial situation. Our advice may encompass issues such as retirement planning, tax minimization potential, wealth transfer and family dynamics.
Step 3: Implementing your Strategy
After we have discussed and refined your strategy, we work closely with you to bring the elements to life. We will work diligently to implement each step with the care, focus and the respect that you expect. Combining our skills and experience with the resources and intellectual capital of Morgan Stanley. Whatever approach we decide on together, our team will help you keep your strategy on track.
Step 4: Ongoing Commitment
We view ongoing communication as the foundation of our successful collaboration with you. We will be proactive, identifying areas of opportunity or concern, and staying abreast of changes with you, your family and the world. We will suggest appropriate adjustments to your strategy to help it remain aligned with your goals. Our goal is to always be a guide and resource you can turn to at any time.
Navigating Major Life Events
Most major life events have financial implications. We are here to help you through them and make the right financial decisions for you and your family.
Together, we can create your personal roadmap to help achieve and protect your goals — a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources, and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Together, we can create your personal roadmap to help achieve and protect your goals — a framework that makes the connection between your life goals and your financial resources, and provides a baseline for future discussions.
Marriage
Few events are more exciting than when you decide to align your life with the person you love. We help you plan for these milestones and guide these conversations.
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Divorce
Divorcing a spouse can be a difficult ordeal, with repercussions that affect your emotional and financial well-being. We can help you can prepare for these difficult situations and help you to feel more in control and better equipped to make informed decisions about your financial future.
Widowhood
Dealing with death is never easy. Aside from coping with the loss of a loved one, legal matters also require immediate attention. That is why we work with your legal advisors to help you plan your finances ahead to ensure that your wishes and your will are followed.
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Retirement
Saving for retirement is a lifelong process that relies on defined financial planning strategies. We help guide you through this process each step of the way toward achieving their retirement goals.
Learn More >Elder Care
Aging can be challenging whether you are looking to develop a plan for yourself, or trying to figure out the best way to support your loved ones. Elder care may be a complicated, emotional process that is why we help keep you develop a clear plan that prioritizes the desires and preferences of the aging individual.
Business
From executive-level employment situations to other business ventures—from startups to established enterprises we can help you navigate the complexities of business ownership and investment and associated activities such as selling, divesting or planning for succession.
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Birth
Welcoming a child into the family is a joyous occasion for everyone from parents and grandparents to aunts, uncles, siblings, cousins and other extended family members. Therefore, we help you and other family members plan and prepare for the financial components that a new child may introduce into your lives.
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Education
Education is a major investment and expense that often requires years of careful, advanced planning. help you approach a variety of educational expenses, such as tuition, extension programs and advanced professional training, with appropriate funding strategies for each unique situations.
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Total Tax 365
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Reserved Living and Giving
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2024 Tax Tables
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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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Alternative Investments at Morgan Stanley
Explore investments beyond traditional portfolios. With unmatched experience, scale and reach across our vast global network, Morgan Stanley is an industry leader in alternative investments.
Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.
Learn More Here >Alternative investments are often speculative and include a high degree of risk. Investors can lose all or a substantial amount of their investment. They may be highly illiquid, can engage in leverage, short-selling and other speculative practices that may increase volatility and the risk of loss, and may be subject to large investment minimums and initial lock-ups. They may involve complex tax structures, tax inefficient investing and delays in distributing important tax information. They may have higher fees and expenses that traditional investments, and such fees and expenses can lower the returns achieved by investors.
Location
6565 Americas Pkwy NE
Ste 400
Albuquerque, NM 87110
US
Direct:
(505) 889-2866(505) 889-2866
Meet My Team
Carlos Duque, CFP®
Vice President, Financial Advisor, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Insurance Planning Director, Financial Planning Specialist
Phone:
(505) 889-2833(505) 889-2833
Cindy Snapka
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(505) 889-2805(505) 889-2805
Eric Oquedo
Client Service Associate
Phone:
(505) 988-7723(505) 988-7723
About John Rochester, QPFC
John Rochester is the founder of the Vista Group, a financial advisory team located in Santa Fe providing leading advice to individuals, as well as charitable organizations. He has been in the financial service industry for 34 years having been affiliated with Merrill Lynch, Morgan Stanley and its predecessor firms. John has been recognized on the Forbes “America’s Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list, first in 2018 and again in 2022.
Previously, John’s career was in public accounting where he focused on not-for-profit, governmental and retirement plan clients. It was during that time that he became aware of clients’ needs for translating their goals into specific investment objectives and personalized investment strategies. Realizing that by structuring portfolios which could be implemented and then continually refined, John knew his professional commitment was to help bring clients closer to their definition of financial success.
John has a long history of local and national philanthropy having served on numerous boards ranging from the arts to food insecurity, education, LGBTQ issues and animal rights. He has been awarded a number of distinguished accolades for his dedication including the “2007 America’s Promise National Volunteer of the Year” award, a “Presidential Point of Light Service Award” in 2007 and the “2000 Code of the West Volunteer Service Award”. He was also recognized in 2014 as one of the “10 Who Made a Difference” in Santa Fe and most recently awarded the 2024 “Lifetime Philanthropic Award” by the NM Museum Foundation. John is continuing his philanthropic service as Chair-Elect of the Presbyterian Health Foundation Board.
Previously, John’s career was in public accounting where he focused on not-for-profit, governmental and retirement plan clients. It was during that time that he became aware of clients’ needs for translating their goals into specific investment objectives and personalized investment strategies. Realizing that by structuring portfolios which could be implemented and then continually refined, John knew his professional commitment was to help bring clients closer to their definition of financial success.
John has a long history of local and national philanthropy having served on numerous boards ranging from the arts to food insecurity, education, LGBTQ issues and animal rights. He has been awarded a number of distinguished accolades for his dedication including the “2007 America’s Promise National Volunteer of the Year” award, a “Presidential Point of Light Service Award” in 2007 and the “2000 Code of the West Volunteer Service Award”. He was also recognized in 2014 as one of the “10 Who Made a Difference” in Santa Fe and most recently awarded the 2024 “Lifetime Philanthropic Award” by the NM Museum Foundation. John is continuing his philanthropic service as Chair-Elect of the Presbyterian Health Foundation Board.
Securities Agent: UT, CO, WA, VT, NM, NC, AZ, MS, FL, CT, WI, SD, MT, MD, MA, KS, NH, MN, DC, AR, TX, SC, MO, WY, NV, IA, MI, ID, GA, CA, VA, OH, NY, NJ, NE, TN, RI, OR, OK, ME; BM/Supervisor; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative; Managed Futures
About Carlos Duque, CFP®
With more than 16 years of financial industry experience, we are firmly committed to long-term relationships and strive to deliver exceptional client service. We listen very carefully to each client’s aspirations and concerns, and based on this input, we work diligently to help them achieve their most important goals.
I have been working in the financial industry since 2005 and believe that honesty, respect and hard work are essential values in both my professional and personal life. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2011, I was a financial advisor at Wells Fargo. I also worked for a top-tier accounting firm as a tax consultant. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in accounting and my post graduate degree in taxes from the renowned Panamerican University in Mexico City.
Originally from Mexico City, I was raised and lived there for 25 years before coming to New Mexico. I met my wife, Victoria, in 2001, and we have three children, Ella, Patrick and Andre. We have been living in Rio Rancho since 2009. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, training for triathlons and striving for a balanced and healthy lifestyle. I am constantly seeking challenges and motivated toward new goals. I have completed five sprint triathlons, one Olympic and my first Half Ironman in Boulder, CO in August of 2022.
I have been working in the financial industry since 2005 and believe that honesty, respect and hard work are essential values in both my professional and personal life. Prior to joining Morgan Stanley in 2011, I was a financial advisor at Wells Fargo. I also worked for a top-tier accounting firm as a tax consultant. I earned my Bachelor’s degree in accounting and my post graduate degree in taxes from the renowned Panamerican University in Mexico City.
Originally from Mexico City, I was raised and lived there for 25 years before coming to New Mexico. I met my wife, Victoria, in 2001, and we have three children, Ella, Patrick and Andre. We have been living in Rio Rancho since 2009. Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with my family, training for triathlons and striving for a balanced and healthy lifestyle. I am constantly seeking challenges and motivated toward new goals. I have completed five sprint triathlons, one Olympic and my first Half Ironman in Boulder, CO in August of 2022.
Securities Agent: SD, CA, WY, OK, OH, NH, ME, IL, IA, CO, VA, UT, TN, MN, AL, OR, MT, ID, NJ, KS, WI, NY, MI, MD, RI, MO, AZ, NC, MS, NV, FL, CT, WA, VT, TX, NE, GA, AR, SC, NM, MA, DC; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
About Cindy Snapka
I am proud to be a part of the Morgan Stanley team. I am a Client Service Associate with over 28 years of service experience. I enjoy working closely with my Financial Advisors and want to deliver a level of service that exceeds our clients’ expectations in every way. I strive to create an environment that is welcoming, accommodating, and professional.
I have lived in Albuquerque since 1987. I enjoy being with family and friends (people and animals!) My hobbies are scrapbooking, cardmaking, and exploring the local parks with my dog. I actually take my cat for a walk too or, should I say, my cat walks me! I enjoy the outdoors and would love to travel more and explore all parts of our beautiful country.
I have lived in Albuquerque since 1987. I enjoy being with family and friends (people and animals!) My hobbies are scrapbooking, cardmaking, and exploring the local parks with my dog. I actually take my cat for a walk too or, should I say, my cat walks me! I enjoy the outdoors and would love to travel more and explore all parts of our beautiful country.
About Eric Oquedo
Eric serves as a Client Service Associate at Morgan Stanley, where he focuses on supporting Financial Advisors through clear communication and strong, trust-based client relationships. He graduated from the University of Denver in 2023 with a degree in Economics and previously worked on the institutional side of finance.
A native of Santa Fe, Eric has roots in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, where he spent many summers growing up and still visits often. Outside the office, he enjoys cooking out, keeping up with sports, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.
A native of Santa Fe, Eric has roots in Chihuahua, Chihuahua, where he spent many summers growing up and still visits often. Outside the office, he enjoys cooking out, keeping up with sports, playing guitar, and spending time with his family.
Awards and Recognition
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded April 2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC for the period 6/30/23 - 6/30/24.
Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors
2024-2025 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 2024-2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in March of the year the award was issued.
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Trammel Austin
Planning Associate
About Trammel Austin
Trammel Austin is a Planning Associate at Morgan Stanley providing dedicated financial planning support to Financial Advisors and their teams. Operating as an extension of the FA/Team, he collaborates with clients to discover and define goals that matter most to them. Leveraging state of the art technology, he will evaluate various options and their potential outcomes to help clients confidently choose the appropriate course of action. Trammel provides expertise across a wide suite of Morgan Stanley planning tools designed to assist in the areas of investment accumulation, retirement, education, major purchase, cash flow, risk management, tax efficiency, and wealth transfer planning.
He earned his undergraduate degree from Georgia State University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Trammel is originally from Austin, Texas and currently resides in Alpharetta, Georgia.
He earned his undergraduate degree from Georgia State University and received the Financial Planning Specialist® designation from the College for Financial Planning. Trammel is originally from Austin, Texas and currently resides in Alpharetta, Georgia.
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January Newsletter 2026
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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.
Retirement
Working with you to understand your life goals and develop a personalized wealth strategy. Today and for the years to come.
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
- Retirement income strategies
- Retirement plan participants
- Annuities
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Creating customized financial strategies for the challenges that today’s families face.
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- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
529 Plans: A Powerful Tool to Save for Education
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9Alternative Investments are speculative and include a high degree of risk. An investor could lose all or a substantial amount of his/her investment. Alternative investments are appropriate only for qualified, long-term investors who are willing to forgo liquidity and put capital at risk for an indefinite period of time.
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 always check with their tax or legal advisor before engaging in any transaction involving 529 Plans, Education Savings Accounts and other tax-advantaged investments.
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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.
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*References to length of service at Morgan Stanley include years at Morgan Stanley and predecessor firms.
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.
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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