Jason P Kelso
Advisor at Merrill — Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 824 A1 A N
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
22 years
Location
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Merrill
Institution
Jason Kelso is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 2004 and leads the Kelso Group, which partners extensively with the Jones Zafari Private Wealth Group. The team works with clients having $10 million or more of investable assets and focuses on providing a concierge experience of products, advice, and services.
As Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) professionals, the Kelso Group assists entrepreneurs and business founders considering mergers and acquisitions, collaborating with tax and legal advisors to guide business owners before liquidity events. The team is also recognized as Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisors, offering financial education to NIL collegiate student-athletes experiencing significant wealth.
Jason holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida State University, a Master's Degree from the University of Florida, and an Associate's Degree from the University of Florida. He serves on the Board of Directors for Gator Boosters, Inc., supporting academic and athletic fundraising for his alma mater. Residing in Atlantic Beach, Florida, Jason enjoys golf, surfing, fishing with his family, and attending Florida Gator athletic events. He and his wife Leslie have two children, McKenna and Cameron.
Based on Merrill
SEC-reported: Commissions on certain transactions, including foreign securities and fixed income; mark-ups, markdowns and dealer spreads may apply to some trades.
Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 824 A1 A N
824 A1 A N
Ponte Vedra Beach FL 32082
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