Brien Mattingly is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and Bank of America. He leverages the resources and research capabilities of these institutions to provide investment insights, banking convenience, and lending solutions to a diverse range of clients, including individuals, families, institutions, and businesses. His practice is centered on delivering comprehensive financial advice and guidance aligned with clients' goals.
Raised on a farming and ranching operation in the San Luis Valley near Moffat, Colorado, Brien developed values of hard work, discipline, and persistence. He earned a Bachelor's degree in Political Science from the University of Colorado Boulder while playing three years of Division I basketball. His academic accomplishments include making the Dean's List, Commissioner's Honor Roll, and the Big XII All-Academic First Team. After graduation, Brien gained experience with Promark Financial, AXA Advisors, and Wells Fargo Advisors, which combined with his background, shapes his approach to wealth management.
Brien holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is involved in various professional organizations such as the Fort Collins Chamber of Commerce and Newcomers Club, and participates in community initiatives including Colorado Youth at Risk, Habitat for Humanity, Junior Achievement, and Porter Billups Leadership Academy. His advisory approach emphasizes clear goal setting, diligent planning, and helping clients achieve clarity and confidence in their financial futures.