The MCNW Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
401 Union St
Seattle WA 98101
(206) 464.8582
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At MCNW, you are our focal point. Your needs, interests, and aspirations energize and inspire us, resulting in a client experience that underscores our commitment to you and the people you value.
The MCNW Group
Welcome

At MCNW, you’re our focal point. Your needs, interests, and aspirations inspire us, resulting in a client experience that reflects our commitment to you and your loved ones.

Recognition
Matthew Van Beek
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
Financial Planning's "Top 40 Advisors Under 40", 2023-2024
(Published annually Jan – Feb. Rankings based on data as of Sept 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Next-Generation Wealth Advisors", 2022-2024
(Published annually Aug – Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
Forbes "Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors", 2022-2024
(Published annually July – Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
Barron's "America's Top 1200 Financial Advisors State-by-State", 2023-2024
(Published annually in March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.)
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The MCNW Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Commitment to Purpose

Your wealth is crucial to you, your loved ones, and your values. It represents security, hard work, future aspirations, and comfort in uncertainty.

At MCNW, we prioritize our mission and your trust. We believe we've created a unique team for exceptional client service. We excel at serving a select clientele. We're unapologetic in our pursuit of excellence, driving continuous improvement and believing in our best days ahead. We value your time.

Here are ways we provide exceptional service:

  • We understand busy lives and complex circumstances. We help clients unwind their wealth, weigh options, and advance their goals.
  • We invest in deep, long-lasting relationships because it's the right thing to do and we enjoy serving our clients. We're honored to be a trusted member of their inner circle and live that commitment through empathy and discretion.
  • We prioritize timely and reliable responsiveness to meet your needs. We invest in our service team and commit to performing at the highest levels. We emphasize conscientiousness and discipline to deliver a better client experience.
  • You value intellectual rigor. We collaborate well with those who recognize diverse advice. Our team is highly credentialed and educated. We relentlessly strive to provide impactful strategies and offerings for your life and legacy. We reject "business as usual" because each person, family, or business is unique, inspiring us with its vibrancy and singularity.
Meet Our Team
Matthew Van Beek,

CKP®, CPFA®, CPWA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
206.464.2663
Christopher Jay,

CPFA®, CPWA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
206.464.2658
Gregory James Tognan
Wealth Management Specialist
206.464.4326
Jennifer C Wynn,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
206.464.8564
Jeffrey Christenat
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
206.464.2661
Nathan Skow,

CIMA®, CPFA®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
206.464.8620
Charles F Bentley
First Vice President, Wealth Management Specialist
206.464.4386
Dylan T. Abrams,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
206.464.4394
Micahl Nicolas Agbayani Ong
Wealth Management Client Associate
206.464.2624
George Kalema
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
206.464.8566
Additional Resources
The following specialists do not make securities recommendations. Please contact your Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor if you have questions about how a specialist might be able to assist you.
Ryan Osburn
Senior Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #432311
Maurizio Garofalo
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
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