Brandon Baldwin is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has served since 2011. In his role, he focuses on investment management and retirement planning, working primarily with corporate executives, small business owners, and retirees. Brandon applies a comprehensive financial planning process that emphasizes establishing clear objectives, defining strategy, implementing recommendations, and reviewing progress to help clients achieve long-term financial security.
Brandon holds an M.B.A. with a concentration in Finance from the University of La Verne and earned his bachelor's degree from San Diego State University in 2004. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor® (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His expertise spans college education planning, employee benefits, defined benefit plans, liquidity management, portfolio management, small business strategies, and retirement income.
Residing in Newport Beach with his wife and two children, Brandon enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking local trails and spending time at the beach. He is also engaged in community volunteer work, reflecting his commitment to the communities he serves.