

The Kenney Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
We enable clients to focus on their careers, their families, and their organizations while feeling secure in their financial present and future.
Our Story And Services
The Kenney Group brings over 50 years cumulative experience in the financial advice field.
We help families and business owners develop a financial plan and tax efficient investment strategy to help them to achieve their goals and focus on their passions while enjoying financial confidence.
When you choose to become a client of the Kenney Group, you become a member of our family. As such, we commit to deliver the quality and speed of service that you deserve.
By joining the Kenney Group, you gain access to the resources of Morgan Stanley, best-in-class investment research, investment products, cash management and lending solutions, and cybersecurity.
Our Recognitions:
- David Kenney named to Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisor in 2024
- The Kenney Group earned recognition as one of Forbes America's Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams in 2023-2025.
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2023-2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
We are a father-son team and have complete trust in each other, which enables you to benefit from our experience without complicated team dynamics and egos.
We have worked together as a team for 30 years, so we are well positioned to take care of you and your investments to help you achieve your goals.
We look forward to learning more about your unique background, family, and experiences.
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Meet The Kenney Group
About David Kenney
After a review of your goals and objectives, we will implement a customized strategy appropriate to your risk tolerance and financial goals.
When not helping my clients, I love to hike, travel, play tennis and spend time with my family.
NMLS#: 1262255
CA Insurance License #: 0A63527
About Chris Kenney
The Kenney Group is skilled in all aspects of family office services including investment management, trust and estate planning and private banking. He is committed to helping clients understand the financial planning process and investment landscape to accomplish their financial goals.
Prior to joining Morgan Stanley, Chris worked as a management consultant in the government and defense industries and most recently as a tech-focused private equity investor.
Chris attended the United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, MD before graduating from Georgetown University, where he received a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration.
Outside of the office, Chris enjoys his time playing tennis, hiking, cycling, and cooking with family and friends. He and his wife, Kelly have twin girls and live in Laurel Canyon, California. Chris volunteers his time as a Board Member at the Mulholland Tennis Club.
NMLS#: 2106459
CA Insurance License #: 4116347
About Lynn Alvarado
She was a Portfolio Associate working with 2 FAs and became the CSA Complex Coach in 2012. Lynn moved to the position of Regional Client Engagement Associate (RCEA) in January 2018 and most recently joined David Kenney and The Kenney Group.
Lynn and her husband Jose have two grown children and enjoy
spending time with family and friends, playing games and cooking.

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Retirement
- 401(k) Rollovers
- IRA Plans
- Retirement income strategies
- Retirement plan participants
- Annuities
Investing
- Asset Management
- Wealth Planning
- Traditional Investments
- Alternative Investments
- Impact Investing
Business Planning
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Family
- Estate Planning Strategies
- 529 Plans / Education Savings Planning
- Long Term Care Insurance
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
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