John K Heisel

Advisor at Merrill — Ketchum, ID

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Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Experience

31 years

Location

Ketchum, ID

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Merrill

Institution

Total advisors

25,558

Across 3,161 offices

Clients per advisor

70 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$860,085 Very High

HNW client ratio

29% High

About

John Heisel is a Managing Director and Private Wealth Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been an advisor since 1994. He works closely with clients to identify financial objectives, develop strategies, and manage investment portfolios. His practice is known for its focus on the sports and entertainment industry, while also serving clients from diverse backgrounds.

John's career in finance began as a corporate banker for Bank of America in Los Angeles, specializing in large loan transactions for Fortune 500 insurance companies. He subsequently worked at a healthcare-focused startup bank, managing one of its offices, and later ran a family office where he developed real estate projects. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in economics from the University of California, Los Angeles.

John divides his time between Pacific Palisades, California, and Sun Valley, Idaho. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, golfing, hiking, photography, reading, skiing, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family and friends. He has two grown children, a stepchild, and has been with his partner for many years.

Client services

Based on Merrill

Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Expertise

Wealth management Real estate investing Active portfolio management

Occupation focus

Financial Professional

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Location

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Ketchum, ID

Ketchum ID

Advisors at this office

1

Most active in

California · Idaho · Texas

Work history

31 years of industry experience

Bank of America, N.A.

2011 - Present • 15 years

Los Angeles, CA

Merrill

1994 - Present • 32 years

Los Angeles, CA

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