Managing Director, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Management Director, Corporate Retirement Director, Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist, Insurance Planning Director
Phone:
(303) 572-4083(303) 572-4083
The Ryan Klein Group at Morgan Stanley
Our Mission Statement
Experience, intellectual capital and dedicated personal service to help you meet your life goals
Our Story and Services
As your life evolves, not only does your financial strategy become
more complex, but your options for implementing it increase as well.
Often, evaluating these options and wisely choosing among them
may require the guidance of an experienced team of advisors — a
team who not only understands your diverse needs, but has access
to customized programs that can be properly utilized to provide you
with strategies.
At The Ryan Klein Group at Morgan Stanley, we focus on what is
most important to you and provide the skills, sophisticated strategies
and world-class resources needed to help you make informed, confident
decisions about your life, your family and your finances.
We use a goals-based investment approach that measures success
by how you’re progressing toward meeting the goals most important
to you. It enables you to stay flexible and proactive in managing
your portfolio and identifies ways to help improve your results by
either altering saving and spending behaviors or changing strategies.
Ultimately, goals-based investing can empower you to be more confident
in your investment decisions.
more complex, but your options for implementing it increase as well.
Often, evaluating these options and wisely choosing among them
may require the guidance of an experienced team of advisors — a
team who not only understands your diverse needs, but has access
to customized programs that can be properly utilized to provide you
with strategies.
At The Ryan Klein Group at Morgan Stanley, we focus on what is
most important to you and provide the skills, sophisticated strategies
and world-class resources needed to help you make informed, confident
decisions about your life, your family and your finances.
We use a goals-based investment approach that measures success
by how you’re progressing toward meeting the goals most important
to you. It enables you to stay flexible and proactive in managing
your portfolio and identifies ways to help improve your results by
either altering saving and spending behaviors or changing strategies.
Ultimately, goals-based investing can empower you to be more confident
in your investment decisions.
Services Include
- Wealth ManagementFootnote1
- Corporate Retirement PlansFootnote2
- Retirement PlanningFootnote3
- 401(k) Rollovers
- Alternative InvestmentsFootnote4
- Business Succession PlanningFootnote5
- Endowments and FoundationsFootnote6
- Cash Management and Lending ProductsFootnote7
- Corporate Investment SolutionsFootnote8
- Philanthropic ManagementFootnote9
- Life InsuranceFootnote10
- AnnuitiesFootnote11
- 529 PlansFootnote12
Check the background of Our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck.*
Corporate Retirement Planning
Retirement Plan Consulting is Our Focus
Athletes training for a marathon seek out a coach with the experience and qualifications to offer the encouragement and support needed to run the race efficiently.
The same is true when you're helping employees plan for a long-term goal like retirement.
Managing a comprehensive retirement plan for your organization takes a distinctive set of skills. As a fiduciary, you are responsible for selecting and monitoring service providers and investments while also being committed to understanding and implementing ERISA regulations. You must also continue to create fresh strategies to encourage your employees to take full advantage of the program. For many plan sponsors, these responsibilities can be overwhelming.
That’s where we can help.
Through Morgan Stanley, we have access to first-class resources that are designed specifically to help tackle the hurdles you and your employees face, and the dedicated knowledge and experience to address those challenges now and in the future. Our priority is to understand and consult on the specific needs of you and your employees in a collaborative, professional and educational manner—one that places your goals at the center of our relationship.
As a team of seasoned professionals who focus on the retirement plan industry, we know firsthand how to get to the heart of what matters most. We also know what it takes to help achieve results and drive outcomes by fully leveraging valuable resources to support your vision.
Corporate Retirement Director
Only approximately two percent of the firm's Financial Advisors hold this designation as of December 2022, and Mitch is proud to be included in this esteemed group of professionals.
The Four Key Elements of Our Comprehensive Approach
Awards
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams – The Ryan Klein Group | 2024 & 2025
Ranked as a Best-In-State Wealth Management team by Forbes. The second annual Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams list was compiled by SHOOK Research, which uses quantitative and qualitative data, including interviews, to rank teams.
See AwardNAPA Top DC Advisor Teams - The Ryan Klein Group | 2024 & 2025
Named a NAPA Top DC Advisor Team for 2024 & 2025. The NAPA Top DC Advisor Team list highlights the nation’s leading retirement plan advisor firms. Unlike other lists, this focuses on teams, broadly defined as being in a single physical location, and having at least $100 million in DC assets under advisement.
See AwardMorgan Stanley President’s Club - Mitch Ryan | 2023 - 2025
An elite group composed of the firm’s top Financial Advisors. The appointment recognizes consistent creativity and excellence in providing a wide range of investment products and wealth management services to his/her clients.
Pacesetters Club - Ken Klein | 2021 - 2025
Ken was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2021-2025 which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors
Pacesetters Club - LeeAnn Azzara | 2025
LeeAnn was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club in 2025 which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors.
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Advisors – Mitch Ryan | 2021 - 2024
Ranked as a Best-In-State Financial Advisor in the state of Colorado by Forbes, as judged by quantitative and qualitative measures.
See AwardForbes America’s Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors & Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State – Mitch Ryan | 2020 - 2024
Ranked one of the Top 500 wealth advisors under age 40 across the United States and Ranked #1 in the State of Colorado.
(Previously 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)
Each advisor—selected by SHOOK Research—is chosen based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative criteria, including:
• In-person interviews
• Industry experience
• Compliance records
• Revenue produced
• Assets under management
See Award(Previously 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)
Each advisor—selected by SHOOK Research—is chosen based on an algorithm of qualitative and quantitative criteria, including:
• In-person interviews
• Industry experience
• Compliance records
• Revenue produced
• Assets under management
NAPA's Top 100 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Aces) – Mitch Ryan | 2015, 2016, 2018 - 2020, 2024
Previously referred to as NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Young Guns)
See AwardMorgan Stanley Master’s Club - Mitch Ryan | 2020 - 2023
Financial Times 401 Top Financial Advisors – Mitch Ryan | 2016 - 2019
See AwardMorgan Stanley Century Club – Mitch Ryan | 2018
Pacesetters Club - Mitch Ryan | 2010 - 2017
Mitch was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2010-2017 which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors
Disclosures:
Forbes Best-In-State Wealth Management Teams
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024-2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2024 & 2025 NAPA’s Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2024 & 2025) Data compiled by NAPA based on self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to the year the award was given.
2015, 2016, 2018-2020, 2023, 2024 NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Aces) (previously referred to as NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Young Guns))
Source: Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2015, 2016, 2018-2020, 2023, 2024) Data compiled by NAPA from Aug of the year prior to the award – Aug of the year the award was given.
2016-2019 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
• Awarded 2019; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/18
• Awarded 2018; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/17
• Awarded 2017; data 12/31/14 - 12/31/16
• Awarded 2016; data 12/31/13 - 12/31/15
See Full Award DisclosuresSource: Forbes.com (Awarded 2024-2025) Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in March of year prior to the issuance of the award.
Forbes America's Top Wealth Advisors & Best-In-State Wealth Advisors
Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
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 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2024 & 2025 NAPA’s Top DC Advisor Teams
Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2024 & 2025) Data compiled by NAPA based on self-reported assets under advisement as of Dec 31 of the year prior to the year the award was given.
2015, 2016, 2018-2020, 2023, 2024 NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Aces) (previously referred to as NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Young Guns))
Source: Source: napa-net.org (Awarded 2015, 2016, 2018-2020, 2023, 2024) Data compiled by NAPA from Aug of the year prior to the award – Aug of the year the award was given.
2016-2019 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors
Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
• Awarded 2019; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/18
• Awarded 2018; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/17
• Awarded 2017; data 12/31/14 - 12/31/16
• Awarded 2016; data 12/31/13 - 12/31/15
Location
1550 Market St
Suite 600
Denver, CO 80202
US
Direct:
(303) 572-4000(303) 572-4000
Meet The Ryan Klein Group
Vice President, Wealth Management, Financial Advisor, Portfolio Manager, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Certified Investment Management Analyst, Workplace Advisor - Equity Compensation
Phone:
(303) 572-4020(303) 572-4020
Financial Advisor, Financial Planning Specialist, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANS SPECIALIST, Retirement Plan Consultant, Portfolio Manager
Phone:
(303) 572-4078(303) 572-4078
Deborah McCann
Portfolio Associate
Phone:
(303) 572-4049(303) 572-4049
Evan Lombardo
Client Service Representative
Phone:
(303) 572-4086(303) 572-4086
About Mitch Ryan
Mitch was born and raised in Columbus, OH. He attended Miami University (OH) where he graduated Cum Laude with a double-major in Finance and Accounting. Mitch has been working in the Financial Services Industry since 2006. Mitch previously worked as a Certified Public Accountant (Currently Non-Practicing) at KPMG in the audit field. The majority of Mitch’s time at KPMG was spent auditing 401(k) plans for some of the largest public companies in the country.
Mitch joined Morgan Stanley in 2009, rapidly expanding his group’s retirement plan practice. Mitch earned his Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist (CRPS) in 2013. In 2014, Mitch earned the elite designation of Corporate Retirement Director (CRD) within Morgan Stanley, which is held by less than 2% of Morgan Stanley’s 16,000 advisors as of 12/2023. In 2023, Mitch also earned the Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) designation through the American Retirement Association.
Mitch was named a 2021 - 2024 Forbes Best In State Advisor, recognizing the top financial advisors in each state. Mitch was also named a 2020 - 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor and recognized as #1 in the state of Colorado, for advisors under age 40. Mitch was also named to the 2023 & 2024 “Top 50 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40” by NAPAnet Magazine. Mitch was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2010-2017, a member of the Morgan Stanley Century Club in 2018 and the Morgan Stanley Master’s Club 2019-2022 and Morgan Stanley’s President’s Club in 2023-2025 which represents an elite group composed of the firm’s top Financial Advisors. In 2024, Mitch earned the title of Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, which is the highest title granted to a Financial Advisor at the firm.
Mitch's free time is spent with his Wife Danielle, his Son, Carter & Daughter, Reese. They enjoy all the sports and activities that beautiful Colorado has to offer.
Disclosures:
2021-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2020-2024 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 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2023 & 2024 NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Aces) Source: napa-net.org (November 2023) Data compiled by NAPA based on time period from August 2022-August 2023.
2016-2019 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2019; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/18,
Awarded 2018; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/17,
Awarded 2017; data 12/31/14 - 12/31/16,
Awarded 2016; data 12/31/13 - 12/31/15.
Mitch joined Morgan Stanley in 2009, rapidly expanding his group’s retirement plan practice. Mitch earned his Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist (CRPS) in 2013. In 2014, Mitch earned the elite designation of Corporate Retirement Director (CRD) within Morgan Stanley, which is held by less than 2% of Morgan Stanley’s 16,000 advisors as of 12/2023. In 2023, Mitch also earned the Qualified Plan Financial Consultant (QPFC) designation through the American Retirement Association.
Mitch was named a 2021 - 2024 Forbes Best In State Advisor, recognizing the top financial advisors in each state. Mitch was also named a 2020 - 2024 Forbes Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisor and recognized as #1 in the state of Colorado, for advisors under age 40. Mitch was also named to the 2023 & 2024 “Top 50 Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40” by NAPAnet Magazine. Mitch was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2010-2017, a member of the Morgan Stanley Century Club in 2018 and the Morgan Stanley Master’s Club 2019-2022 and Morgan Stanley’s President’s Club in 2023-2025 which represents an elite group composed of the firm’s top Financial Advisors. In 2024, Mitch earned the title of Managing Director at Morgan Stanley, which is the highest title granted to a Financial Advisor at the firm.
Mitch's free time is spent with his Wife Danielle, his Son, Carter & Daughter, Reese. They enjoy all the sports and activities that beautiful Colorado has to offer.
Disclosures:
2021-2024 Forbes Best-In- State Wealth Advisors Source: Forbes.com (Awarded 2021-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based 12-month time period concluding in June of year prior to the issuance of the award.
2020-2024 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 2020-2024). Data compiled by SHOOK Research LLC based on 12-month period concluding in Mar of the year the award was issued.
2023 & 2024 NAPA's Top Retirement Plan Advisors Under 40 (Aces) Source: napa-net.org (November 2023) Data compiled by NAPA based on time period from August 2022-August 2023.
2016-2019 Financial Times 401 Top Retirement Advisors Source: ft.com. Data compiled by the Financial Times based the following time periods:
Awarded 2019; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/18,
Awarded 2018; data 12/31/15 - 12/31/17,
Awarded 2017; data 12/31/14 - 12/31/16,
Awarded 2016; data 12/31/13 - 12/31/15.
Securities Agent: PA, DE, NY, NC, NE, MO, FL, WA, UT, SD, OR, MT, GA, CO, OH, AZ, IN, WY, WI, MI, KS, AK, NM, MD, HI, AL, TN, NV, MA, IL, CA, VT, TX, SC, OK, KY, IA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1282618
CA Insurance License #: 0L93015
NMLS#: 1282618
CA Insurance License #: 0L93015
About Ken Klein
Ken Klein joined Morgan Stanley as a Financial Advisor to serve individuals, families, and institutions in constructing customized wealth management strategies in order to help them achieve their financial goals.
Before joining Morgan Stanley, Ken first started in the Financial Services Industry working for a leading global active asset manager, Janus Henderson Investors. Ken served as an Associate Director and was responsible for the distribution of Mutual Funds, ETFs, SMAs and Model Portfolios to institutions and intermediaries across the United States.
Ken is a CFP® professional. The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification is one of the standards of excellence in financial planning. CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training and ethical standards, and are committed to serving their clients’ best interests today to help prepare them for a more secure tomorrow.
Ken is a CERTIFIED INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ANLYST ® or CIMA®. Ken helps the team integrate a complex body of investment knowledge, ethically contributing to prudent investment decisions by providing objective advice and guidance to individual and institutional investors.
Ken was born and raised in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL before moving to Colorado. He attended Colorado State University where he a majored in Business Administration and Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship.
Ken was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2021-2024 which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors.
He enjoys golf, hiking, camping, fishing, snowboarding and all of the major sports. He resides in Denver, Colorado with his wife Sydni and their son Teddy.
Before joining Morgan Stanley, Ken first started in the Financial Services Industry working for a leading global active asset manager, Janus Henderson Investors. Ken served as an Associate Director and was responsible for the distribution of Mutual Funds, ETFs, SMAs and Model Portfolios to institutions and intermediaries across the United States.
Ken is a CFP® professional. The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification is one of the standards of excellence in financial planning. CFP® professionals meet rigorous education, training and ethical standards, and are committed to serving their clients’ best interests today to help prepare them for a more secure tomorrow.
Ken is a CERTIFIED INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT ANLYST ® or CIMA®. Ken helps the team integrate a complex body of investment knowledge, ethically contributing to prudent investment decisions by providing objective advice and guidance to individual and institutional investors.
Ken was born and raised in the west suburbs of Chicago, IL before moving to Colorado. He attended Colorado State University where he a majored in Business Administration and Management with a concentration in Entrepreneurship.
Ken was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club between 2021-2024 which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors.
He enjoys golf, hiking, camping, fishing, snowboarding and all of the major sports. He resides in Denver, Colorado with his wife Sydni and their son Teddy.
Securities Agent: MD, TX, NC, MT, IL, WA, TN, SD, MA, GA, AL, WI, OH, ME, IN, IA, WY, NM, CA, UT, OR, OK, MN, DE, CO, AZ, AK, VT, NY, MO, MI, KS, FL, PA, NH, HI, NV; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 1901113
CA Insurance License #: 4019419
NMLS#: 1901113
CA Insurance License #: 4019419
About LeeAnn Azzara
With a passion for empowering individuals and families on their financial journeys, LeeAnn stands out as a dedicated advisor who goes above and beyond to help deliver exceptional wealth management services. Holding dual degrees in Finance and Marketing, along with a minor in French from Florida State University, LeeAnn has continuously expanded her experience and knowledge.
LeeAnn began her career in the Financial Services Industry with Charles Schwab & Co. She gained valuable experience trading various securities for both High Net Worth clients and Active Traders. However, she soon realized the importance of building deep connections with her clients. This led her to transition to the consulting side of the business, where she could work closely with her clients and provide personalized guidance.
In 2023, LeeAnn completed her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. She upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism with her clients. Holding licenses such as Series 7, 63, 66, and CO Life & Health Insurance, she remains well-equipped to address her clients' diverse financial needs.
LeeAnn is also a CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANS SPECIALIST™, which is a designation for business-focused retirement plan advisors. CRPS® professionals advise firms and help them implement and maintain retirement plans.
LeeAnn was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club in 2025, which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors. LeeAnn was born in Montreal, Canada but grew up on the small island of Nassau, The Bahamas. Her culturally diverse upbringing fostered a passion for connecting with people of all backgrounds – a quality she carries into her financial advising practice. In her free time, LeeAnn enjoys traveling, skiing, cooking, Pilates and other outdoor activities.
LeeAnn began her career in the Financial Services Industry with Charles Schwab & Co. She gained valuable experience trading various securities for both High Net Worth clients and Active Traders. However, she soon realized the importance of building deep connections with her clients. This led her to transition to the consulting side of the business, where she could work closely with her clients and provide personalized guidance.
In 2023, LeeAnn completed her CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ designation. She upholds the highest standards of integrity and professionalism with her clients. Holding licenses such as Series 7, 63, 66, and CO Life & Health Insurance, she remains well-equipped to address her clients' diverse financial needs.
LeeAnn is also a CHARTERED RETIREMENT PLANS SPECIALIST™, which is a designation for business-focused retirement plan advisors. CRPS® professionals advise firms and help them implement and maintain retirement plans.
LeeAnn was honored as a member of the Morgan Stanley Pacesetters Club in 2025, which represents a group of the Firm’s successful Financial Advisors. LeeAnn was born in Montreal, Canada but grew up on the small island of Nassau, The Bahamas. Her culturally diverse upbringing fostered a passion for connecting with people of all backgrounds – a quality she carries into her financial advising practice. In her free time, LeeAnn enjoys traveling, skiing, cooking, Pilates and other outdoor activities.
Securities Agent: MA, OR, SD, NC, KY, SC, NY, MD, IL, DE, CO, UT, OK, NM, WY, MN, HI, FL, TX, ME, KS, OH, VT, TN, NV, MO, IA, CA, AL, NH, WI, MT, IN, AZ, WA, NE, MI, GA, PA; General Securities Representative; Investment Advisor Representative
NMLS#: 2088508
NMLS#: 2088508
About Deborah McCann
Debbie McCann joined E F Hutton in October 1982, as an administrative assistant working in the Mountain States Regional office. She has worked in different branches in different roles in both operations and retail. She served 2 years on Morgan Stanley's National Service Advisory Council focusing on areas related to service initiatives, enhancements, and field experience to ensure efforts are tied to the needs of our branches and clients. Over the past 35 years, she has become fully licensed (series 3, 7, 63 and 66) focusing on services for corporate executives, family office needs, high-net-worth families and individuals.
About Evan Lombardo
Evan joined the firm in 2022 after graduating from the University of Colorado, Boulder, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering, coupled with a minor in Leadership Studies and an Entrepreneurship Certificate.
Evan currently holds his Series 7 and Series 66 Licenses and is focused on helping clients meet their financial goals through his commitment to excellent service.
Evan lives in Denver, CO. He enjoys skiing, camping, and hiking, and is interested in fitness, health, and wellness.
Evan currently holds his Series 7 and Series 66 Licenses and is focused on helping clients meet their financial goals through his commitment to excellent service.
Evan lives in Denver, CO. He enjoys skiing, camping, and hiking, and is interested in fitness, health, and wellness.
Contact Mitch Ryan
Contact Ken Klein
Contact LeeAnn Azzara
The Power of Partnerships
By partnering with experienced individuals across wealth disciplines, Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors can align specialized resources with your custom needs and deliver strategic guidance through the familiarity and trust of existing relationships
Matt Stotler
Private Banker
About Matt Stotler
Matt Stotler is a Private Banker serving Morgan Stanley Wealth Management offices in Colorado.
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.
Matt began his career in financial services in 1987 with Bank of America, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Manager at Merrill Lynch. He also served as a Private Client Manager with U.S. Trust.
Matt is a graduate of California State University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a minor in Spanish. He currently lives in Parker, Colorado. Outside of the office, Matt enjoys playing and coaching soccer, as well as spending time hiking, camping and biking with his 3 daughters.
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.
Matt began his career in financial services in 1987 with Bank of America, and joined Morgan Stanley in 2016 as a Private Banker. Prior to joining the firm, he was a Regional Manager at Merrill Lynch. He also served as a Private Client Manager with U.S. Trust.
Matt is a graduate of California State University, where he received a Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and a minor in Spanish. He currently lives in Parker, Colorado. Outside of the office, Matt enjoys playing and coaching soccer, as well as spending time hiking, camping and biking with his 3 daughters.
NMLS#: 643938
Wealth Management
Global Investment Office
Portfolio Insights
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
Investing
Working closely with you to guide your wealth and investments through the most challenging market cycles.
- Asset Management
- Wealth Planning
- Traditional Investments
- Alternative Investments
- 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
- Special Needs Planning
- Trust Services
Business Planning
Helping you on key aspects of your business such as ownership, liquidity and developing opportunities.
- Succession Planning
- Business Planning
- Qualified Retirement Plans
Financial Planning for Life After Selling a Business
Article Image
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
Donor Advised Funds: A Smart Way to Manage Your Giving
Article Image
Retirement for Plan Sponsors
End-to-End Services, Made Simple:
We can provide the tools and guidance to help you manage a retirement plan.
We can provide the tools and guidance to help you manage a retirement plan.
- Plan Evaluation
- Investment Management
- Plan Management Support
- Plan Participant Education
State of the Workplace Study 2023
Article Image
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.
Ready to start a conversation? Contact The Ryan Klein Group today.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2When 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 consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
3When 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 consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
4Alternative 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.
5Morgan 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 legal matters.
6Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
7Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
8Morgan 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 legal matters.
9Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
10Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
11Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
12Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
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.
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.
Awards Disclosures
1Morgan Stanley Wealth Management is the trade name of Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, a registered broker-dealer in the United States.
For more information, please see the Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC Client Relationship Summary.
2When 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 consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
3When 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 consult their tax advisor for matters involving taxation and tax planning and their attorney for matters involving trust and estate planning, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
4Alternative 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.
5Morgan 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 legal matters.
6Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
7Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC is a registered Broker/Dealer, Member SIPC, and not a bank. Where appropriate, Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC has entered into arrangements with banks and other third parties to assist in offering certain banking related products and services.
Investment, insurance and annuity products offered through Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC are: NOT FDIC INSURED | MAY LOSE VALUE | NOT BANK GUARANTEED | NOT A BANK DEPOSIT | NOT INSURED BY ANY FEDERAL GOVERNMENT AGENCY
8Morgan 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 legal matters.
9Products and services are provided by third party service providers, not Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”). Morgan Stanley may not receive a referral fee or have any input concerning such products or services. There may be additional service providers for comparative purposes. Please perform a thorough due diligence and make your own independent decision.
Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC (“Morgan Stanley”), its affiliates and Morgan Stanley Financial Advisors and 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, charitable giving, philanthropic planning and other legal matters.
10Insurance products are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
11Annuities are offered in conjunction with Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC’s licensed insurance agency affiliates.
12Investors should consider many factors before deciding which 529 plan is appropriate. Some of these factors include: the Plan’s investment options and the historical investment performance of these options, the Plan’s flexibility and features, the reputation and expertise of the Plan’s investment manager, Plan contribution limits and the federal and state tax benefits associated with an investment in the Plan. Some states, for example, offer favorable tax treatment and other benefits to their residents only if they invest in the state’s own Qualified Tuition Program. Investors should determine their home state’s tax treatment of 529 plans when considering whether to choose an in-state or out-of-state plan. Investors should consult with their tax or legal advisor before investing in any 529 Plan or contact their state tax division for more information. Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC does not provide tax and/or legal advice. Investors should review a Program Disclosure Statement, which contains more information on investment options, risk factors, fees and expenses and possible tax consequences.
Check the background of our Firm and Investment Professionals on FINRA's BrokerCheck*.
The information, products and services described here are intended only for individuals residing in states where this Financial Advisor is properly registered as described in this site.
Morgan Stanley reserves the right, to the extent permitted under applicable law, to retain and monitor all electronic communications. Morgan Stanley will not accept purchase or sale orders via any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. Morgan Stanley does not endorse and is not responsible and assumes no liability for content, products or services posted by third-parties on any Internet site, social media site and/or its messaging systems. All electronic communications are subject to terms available at the following link:
https://www.morganstanley.com/disclaimers/mswm-email.html. Any profiles and associated content are for U.S. residents only.
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.
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.
Awards Disclosures
CRC 6491812 (04/2024)
