Michael Smyth is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in the New York City office. He joined the 712 Investment Group in 1999 after working for a year in fund accounting management. Michael specializes in assisting both large corporations and small businesses with their qualified and non-qualified retirement plans, focusing on plan operations, conversions, provider selection and review, investment choices, and employee communication and education. He also works closely with individuals experiencing significant life transitions such as preparing for retirement, recent retirement, loss of a spouse through death or divorce, job changes, and selling a business.
Michael holds multiple professional designations including Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a bachelor’s degree in European business and languages from the National College of Ireland. Fluent in both English and French, Michael applies his expertise to help clients feel confident and in control of their financial futures.
Outside of his professional work, Michael lives in Brooklyn, New York with his wife. His personal interests include golfing, music, soccer, and spending time with his family.