William Drees
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Location
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Credentials
Series 66
Industry experience
3 years
William Drees is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, having joined the firm in 2022. Prior to his career in financial services, he spent five years working in the oil refining industry as a chemical engineer. His background in engineering has contributed to his analytical approach in providing investment management and wealth planning tailored to each client's needs.
He specializes in areas including education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. William holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering from Ohio State University and has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations.
Originally from Vandalia, Ohio, William currently resides in Liberty Township. His personal interests include traveling and fishing on Lake Erie. He is actively involved in his community through membership and service as President of the Rotary Club of West Chester/Liberty.
Based on Merrill
$0 - $2,000,000: 1.10% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA under $2 million) $2,000,000+: 1.00% (for Managed Strategy with MFSA at and above $2 million)
Account minimum: $2,000,000 minimum to qualify for Premium Access Strategy per SEC data and Merrill brochure context; no other firm-wide minimum clearly stated
10100 Innovation Dr
Miamisburg, OH 45342
Ohio · Texas
Merrill
2022 - Present (4 years)
Bank of America N.A.
2022 - 2022 (1 year)
Marathon Petroleum Corporation
2015 - 2022 (7 years)
Ohio State University
2012 - 2017 (5 years)
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