The Blackwell Carroll Group at Morgan Stanley

Michael Blackwell joined Morgan Stanley in 2007. Michael focuses on comprehensive financial planning. Prior to Morgan Stanley, Michael spent six years in the information technology sector where he served as a Delivery Project Executive at IBM and a Director of Field Services at Dimension Data. Prior to working in information technology, Michael’s professional engineering career began in manufacturing as a metallurgist with Carpenter Technology Corporation. Michael holds a Master’s Degree from University of Pennsylvania in Materials Science & Engineering where he graduated Cum Laude. He conducted thesis research work at Oak Ridge National Laboratory. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Materials Science & Engineering from Lehigh University where he graduated Magna Cum Laude and he currently serves on the Lehigh University Alumni Board. He completed his financial planning studies at Georgetown University and earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER certification in 2010. Michael was also a member of Morgan Stanley's President's Club from 2012-2021 and has been a member of the Chairman's Club, an elite group composed of the Firm's top Financial Advisors, since 2022.

“Charlie” Carroll joined Morgan Stanley in 2001.  Before joining Morgan Stanley, Charlie was an Accounting Manager for Mountain States Insurance Group. He became a Certified Public Accountant in 1997 when he worked for Meyners + Co. He also worked at Mountain States Insurance Group as a Premium Auditor and as a Claims Adjuster. Charlie earned his Bachelors of Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from the University of New Mexico. He earned CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 2006.

Chris Guillen joined Morgan Stanley in 2007, where he started his career working on the New York Stock Exchange Trading Floor. He later transitioned into Private Wealth Management in New York City before returning to his native New Mexico to work closely with families and businesses. Chris and his family are from the Espanola Valley and have deep ties to the surrounding communities. Chris also earned a Bachelor’s Degree from The University of New Mexico where he majored in Financial Management, minored in Economics, and graduated Cum Laude.

Chris and his wife, Ana, live in Albuquerque, NM with their two children Nicolas and Isabella.

Brandon joined Morgan Stanley in 2022. He began working in the financial industry in 2013 at Wells Fargo where he spent the past 9 years. He started his career as a teller and held numerous roles at the bank throughout the years most recently holding the tile of registered relationship banker. He earned his Series 7, 63 & 65 accreditations in 2018.

In Brandon’s free time he enjoys snowboarding, rock climbing and golf. He also spends quite a bit of time volunteering with the Special Olympics of New Mexico acting as a unified partner for the state golf tournament. Brandon is a native New Mexican, born and raised in Albuquerque.

Denise Tellez joined Morgan Stanley in 2022 after working for the past 17 years at another wealth management firm. She started her career in the financial industry over 30 years ago as a teller for a local area bank & continued to advance her career rising to the position of Customer Service Manager, before ultimately joining a financial wealth team at RBC. Along the way, she obtained her Series 7, 63, & 65 accreditations. She assists clients with all aspects of wealth planning, and always strives to develop client relationships in order to provide them with first-class service. Denise, an Albuquerque native, has a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting from the University of Phoenix.

In Denise’s free time, she enjoys hiking, traveling, teaching in her faith community, spending time with family, godchildren, & close friends, and lastly supporting the New Mexico State University through charitable endeavors and supporting its various athletic teams.

Consuelo is a New Mexico Native. She grew up in Espanola and moved to Albuquerque in 1994. Consuelo attended UNM where she met her husband, Sergio. Consuelo’s financial services career began with Wells Fargo where she worked as a teller. Later she was promoted to a service manager and credit analyst. She pivoted to Wealth Management in 2016 when she took a position as a client associate at RBC Wealth Management. Outside of work, Consuelo and her husband enjoy spending quality time with their son Sergio II (S2), their dog Captain and family and friends. They also enjoy attending Isotopes baseball games and UNM football & basketball games.

Lucas joined The Blackwell Carroll Group at Morgan Stanley in 2024, bringing over a decade of experience in the financial services industry. Prior to joining the team, he honed his skills at Wells Fargo, where he gained comprehensive expertise in account management, lending solutions, and investment operations. His ability to manage diverse client needs with precision and professionalism has made him an invaluable resource for both clients and team members alike.

In his role as a Registered Client Service Associate, Lucas is dedicated to ensuring a seamless client experience by managing account administration, resolving complex service requests, and providing personalized support to meet the unique needs of the Group's clientele. His attention to detail and commitment to excellence align with the high standards of The Blackwell Carroll Group.

Outside of the office, Lucas lives in Rio Rancho, New Mexico, with his wife and their two young daughters. Together, they enjoy a shared love for animals, attending live music events, and exploring the breathtaking landscapes of the Southwest. Whether hiking, biking, or simply spending time outdoors, Lucas and his family embrace every opportunity to connect with nature and create lasting memories.