Matthew Gardner
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Charlotte, NC 28210
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
11 years
Matthew Gardner is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing comprehensive financial strategies for corporate executives and business owners. He collaborates with a team to help clients gain clarity on their overall financial picture and to plan effectively for their goals, with a focus on areas such as executive and equity compensation, family wealth management, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization.
Matt has extensive experience in trust and estate planning, having previously led a team at Wells Fargo responsible for managing personal trusts, investment accounts, endowments, and foundations. He holds the Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor designation awarded by the ABA Institute of Certified Bankers, as well as the Personal Investment Advisor credential. Matt earned both his Bachelor's degree in Trust and Wealth Management, graduating summa cum laude, and his Master of Business Administration from Campbell University.
Beyond his professional duties, Matthew is engaged in his community through involvement with organizations such as Social Venture Partners, the Arts and Science Council, The Bridge Foundation, and United Way of Central Carolinas. He lives in Huntersville with his wife and son and pursues personal interests including baseball, golfing, ice hockey, and spending time with his family.
Based on Merrill
$0 - $2,000,000: 1.10% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA under $2 million) $2,000,000+: 1.00% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA at and above $2 million)
Account minimum: $2,000,000 minimum to qualify for Premium Access Strategy per SEC data and Merrill brochure context; no other firm-wide minimum clearly stated
6000 Fairview Rd
Charlotte, NC 28210
North Carolina · Texas
Bank Of America, N.a.
2015 - Present (11 years)
Merrill
2014 - Present (12 years)
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