Michael Wharton
Advisor at Merrill — Providence, RI 1 Financial Plaza
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
9 years
Location
Providence, RI 02903
Merrill
Institution
Michael Wharton is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., along with the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certifications.
Michael began his financial career while pursuing a degree in economics at the University of Rhode Island, where he also earned his MBA. His early experience includes work at Webster Bank as a part-time financial consultant. Since joining Merrill Lynch full-time in 2016, Michael has focused on wealth management, working with clients to manage investment portfolios and develop comprehensive financial strategies. He has worked on Merrill's "Premium Elite Plus" desk, advising clients with net worth exceeding $10 million. In 2023, he joined the Calbi-Abbate group at Merrill Lynch, contributing to a team with extensive industry experience.
Outside of his professional work, Michael resides in South Kingstown, Rhode Island with his wife Lauren, their son Weston, and two dogs. He is active in his community as a member of the Rotary Club of Wakefield. Michael enjoys outdoor activities such as basketball, golf, and snowboarding.
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Providence, RI 1 Financial Plaza
1 Financial Plaza
Providence RI 02903
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