Stephen Stanley is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who focuses on delivering a comprehensive approach to wealth management tailored to clients’ individual financial situations and goals. He works closely with clients and their families to develop customized strategies that adapt to changing needs and market conditions. Stephen provides access to Merrill’s investment insights as well as the banking services of Bank of America to support various aspects of clients' financial lives.
With over 13 years of experience in the industry, Stephen specializes in areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and small business strategies. He collaborates with clients’ external attorneys, accountants, and other professionals to coordinate financial and legacy plans. Stephen holds the professional designations CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).
Stephen earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Arkansas System. Outside of his professional work, he has personal interests in football, golfing, and music. His philosophy centers on connecting all aspects of a client’s financial life to prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them.