

The MPT Wealth Management Group at Morgan Stanley

Our Mission Statement
A Shared Vision, A Common Goal
The MPT Wealth Management Group represents a team of highly committed professionals. Working together, we provide personalized, objective advice that is focused on doing what's right for you. We are structured to serve the comprehensive and diverse needs of an exclusive group of affluent families.
When you leverage our thought leadership with the global resources of Morgan Stanley, you're able to align your finances with what's most important to you.
This ultimately gives you more time to focus on the pursuits and passions that give your life purpose.
Team Recognition:
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams for 2023, 2024, & 2025
Kurt Meyer - Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2024, 2025
Ryan Turner - Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors 2025
Disclosures:
- Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams Source: Forbes (Awarded Jan 2023, 2024, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on time period from 3/31/23 – 3/31/24
- Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024, 2025). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Estate Planning StrategiesFootnote2
- Professional Portfolio ManagementFootnote3
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote4
- Asset Management
- Business PlanningFootnote5
- Cash ManagementFootnote6
- Executive Financial ServicesFootnote7
- Philanthropic Services
- Trust Services*
- Financial PlanningFootnote8
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote9
- Wealth PlanningFootnote10
The MPT Approach
We believe the more complex your situation, the more valuable we are to you, and the more rewarding your overall experience will be.

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Meet The MPT Wealth Management Group
About Kurt E Meyer
Sports & Entertainment Director
Family Wealth Director
Senior Portfolio Manager
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
Kurt E. Meyer is a Family Wealth Director, Global Sports and Entertainment Director, and founding partner of The MPT Wealth Management Group. For more than 35 years, he has enjoyed serving the needs of individuals and families with significant wealth, helping to empower them to achieve new levels of success through a disciplined wealth management approach and a commitment to outstanding service.
Raised in Scottsdale, Arizona, Kurt always had an interest in the financial markets. At the age of 13, he purchased his first shares of stock with his paper-route savings. He found it fascinating to learn about companies and what they did. Instead of becoming the president of one company, he realized he could own a part of many great companies. This experience inspired Kurt to pursue a career in wealth management. After earning his B.A. in finance from Arizona State, Kurt joined Merrill Lynch in 1986. Two years later, he moved to Morgan Stanley and has been an integral member of the firm ever since, being named to the firm's President's Club every year from 2000-2022.
Kurt has built his career educating and advising clients on how to better understand and manage their total financial picture. He holds several professional designations at Morgan Stanley, including Family Wealth Director, Global Sports and Entertainment Director, Senior Portfolio Management Director and Alternative Investment Director. He is among an elite group of Advisors qualified to serve the specialized needs of ultra-high new worth families and those working in the sports and entertainment industries. These credentials provide Kurt and his colleagues an extensive range of resources designed specifically to help these families and professionals manage the unique challenges of significant wealth.
Kurt enjoys working with like-minded clients who value and appreciate the level of skill and service he and his team deliver. He guides them in simplifying their finances and developing a tailored plan to meet their life goals while helping them navigate the challenges of today's complex markets. Kurt receives great satisfaction knowing he is making a significant impact on the quality of his client's lives and appreciates the close personal relationship with the families he represents.
Believing balance is vital to a happy life, Kurt enjoys running marathons, travelling, playing basketball, reading classics, playing the guitar, listening to music and watching movies. He and his wife, Mary, have a beautiful home in Scottsdale and love spending time with their six grown children.
NMLS#: 1275719
CA Insurance License #: 0B66921
About Ryan R Turner
Senior Portfolio Management Director
Senior Investment Management Consultant
Senior Vice President
Financial Planning Specialist
Financial Advisor
A Chartered Financial Analyst®, experienced Senior Investment Management Consultant and founding partner of The MPT Wealth Management Group, Ryan Turner has dedicated his career to serving the specialized needs of successful professionals, business owners and families living throughout the country. He leads the team's portfolio management activities, which include researching and analyzing the investments for each client's portfolio. Ryan also has significant experience in corporate services, estate planning strategies and comprehensive wealth planning for the team's business owners and high net worth families.
Originally from Cincinnati, Ryan spent most of his childhood in Arizona playing soccer and cultivating his interests in finance and the markets. He brought both these passions together while attending the University of Notre Dame, earning his degree in finance, captaining the university's Division 1 Men's Soccer Team, and receiving Academic All-American honors. During his time at Notre Dame, Ryan also had the opportunity to intern with Kurt and Lisa for several summers. Shortly after graduation, he joined the team full time and has been an invaluable member of the team ever since.
Committed to professional development, Ryan holds a number of advanced industry credentials and firm certifications. The includes his Charted Financial Analyst® (CFA®) certification from the CFA Institute and his Financial Planning Specialist and Senior Investment Management Consultant designations from Morgan Stanley. These designations demonstrate Ryan's commitment to a world-class client experience. He draws upon his deep knowledge to provide clients with tailored advice based on the most effective wealth management strategies for today's complex markets.
With Ryan's extensive experience, he has developed a strong understanding of economics and is well versed in the equity, fixed income and alternative investment markets. He believes the most important aspect of investing is understanding each client's goals and their tolerance for risk. Once this is understood, Ryan identifies investments commensurate with the client's personal risk profile and goals.
He currently resides in Scottsdale, where he lives with his wife, Erin, and their two children. Continuing his love of soccer, Ryan is committed to helping shape the financial future for young athletes and their families as a coach on and off the field. He and his family enjoy supporting many local charities and are members of the Phoenix Children's Hospital Leadership Circle.
NMLS#: 1279048
CA Insurance License #: 0D13489
About Trae Farrell
Throughout his career, Trae has focused on assisting owners and entrepreneurs to solve complex issues and implement a framework for estate and legacy planning ahead of liquidity or succession events. His experience lies in developing comprehensive financial plans, providing a sense of security and confidence for both present and future endeavors.
Originally from Chester County, Pennsylvania, Trae attended Fordham University before beginning his career in finance in New York City. Joining The MPT Group and Morgan Stanley in 2021 brought him to Phoenix, along with his wife, Madison, and their two children.
Trae relishes traveling to new places near and far, connecting with his community and quality time with family and friends. As a business owner himself, Trae understands the unique challenges faced by entrepreneurs and is dedicated to helping them achieve their financial goals with utmost care.
NMLS#: 2235690
CA Insurance License #: 4314679
About Lisa Gomez
Ms. Gomez is responsible for all client administrative and account service. Having earned the Financial Planning Associate designation Lisa assists clients with their everyday finance needs, cash management, and budgeting through the Active Asset Account® services. She coordinates client credit and lending services, facilitates with client tax reporting documents, as well as helps with digital online and mobile tools and services via Morgan Stanley Access®.
Her personal, friendly client service has garnered Ms. Gomez continued praise from their clientele. She resides in Gilbert with her husband Ernie and their two daughters.
About Alexis Zachary
Alexis graduated with a B.S in Finance & Economics from Grand Canyon University. She resides in Gilbert, AZ. In her free time, Alexis enjoys anything active including hiking, pickleball, soccer, and tennis. She also enjoys traveling and spending time with friends/family

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