Ronald D Viavada
Advisor at Merrill — Williamsville, NY Sheridan Dr
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Credentials
Series 66
Experience Industry experience
19 years
Location
Williamsville, NY 14221
Merrill
Institution
Ronald Viavada is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in goals-based wealth management for affluent families, accomplished professionals, and successful business owners. He collaborates with a team of specialists to provide customized advice, exceptional service, and a disciplined approach to investing. His client focus areas include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income.
Ronald holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY Brockport and holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He actively participates in professional organizations such as the Dayton Pheasant Farmers Preserve, Southtowns Walleye Association, and St. Bonaventure University Men's Lacrosse.
Outside of his professional role, Ronald engages in various personal interests such as boating, fishing, football, gardening, hunting, running, and running marathons. He values understanding clients' life priorities and aims to create personalized financial plans designed around individual goals and aspirations. Ronald also dedicates time to community involvement through volunteering with local organizations.
Based on Merrill
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Williamsville, NY Sheridan Dr
6245 Sheridan Dr
Williamsville NY 14221
Advisors at this office
32
Connecticut · New York · Texas
19 years of industry experience
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2011 - Present • 15 years
Williamsville, NY
Merrill
2011 - Present • 15 years
Williamsville, NY
Equitable Advisors
2008 - 2011 • 3 years
Williamsville, NY
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