Russell Thomas Bordonaro
Advisor at Merrill — San Francisco, CA
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Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Experience Industry experience
32 years
Location
San Francisco, CA
Merrill
Institution
Russell Bordonaro is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With over 31 years of experience in wealth management, he specializes in creating personalized financial strategies that reflect his clients’ unique goals and priorities. His areas of expertise include education planning, executive and equity compensation services, family wealth management, legacy and philanthropic planning, tax minimization, retirement income, and portfolio management.
Russell began planning for his financial future while still in college, applying his early experience from the hospitality industry to develop a strong foundation in investment and service. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Rutgers University and holds professional designations as a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Russell emphasizes a collaborative, one-on-one approach with clients, beginning every relationship with a comprehensive review of their current financial situation and future aspirations to build a flexible, tailored strategy.
Outside of his professional work, Russell is active in his community and values spending time volunteering. He enjoys a variety of personal interests including hiking, cooking, biking, gardening, painting, photography, reading, and spending time with his family. He often engages in art projects and outdoor activities with his adult son while teaching him about the importance of investing in the future.
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San Francisco, CA
San Francisco CA
Advisors at this office
1
California · Florida · New Jersey · Texas
32 years of industry experience
Bank Of America,Na
2010 - Present • 16 years
San Mateo, CA
Merrill
2010 - Present • 16 years
San Mateo, CA
Morgan Stanley
2009 - 2010 • 1 year
CA
Citigroup Global Markets
2000 - 2009 • 9 years
CA
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