Gerald Sweeney II is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2004, he has led a planning-based practice focused on delivering personalized strategies for retirement, wealth preservation, and long-term growth. His approach centers on listening to clients, understanding their priorities, and creating plans tailored to their individual goals.
With over 20 years of experience in the financial services industry, Gerry helps corporate executives, business owners, and families organize and simplify their financial lives. He leverages his expertise in investment management, tax-aware strategies, and estate planning to provide clients with clarity and confidence in their financial decisions. His core areas of client focus include personal retirement planning, legacy planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management services among others.
Gerald earned a Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Massachusetts. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He resides in Norwell, Massachusetts, with his wife Rachel and their daughters Olivia and Chloe.