Evan Smolak is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2013. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Nishant Sharma is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies to pursue short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. He provides guidance on a range of financial matters including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen expenses. Additionally, Mr. Sharma offers access to Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Mr. Sharma holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation. He earned both a Bachelor's Degree and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Guru Nanak Dev University. His approach involves partnering with clients to identify what matters to them and their families in order to create tailored financial strategies.

Santo Costa is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at DME Capital and Tink Construction LLC, as well as having a background unrelated to finance at Burn the Floor. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers various model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joy Chaillou is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience, including 16 years at Merrill. She holds the Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations. Outside of her advisory role, she is a writer contributing to a book project with John Wiley & Sons titled *Investment & Development Solutions: A Guide to Thriving in Today's Economy*. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

J Jordan is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since 2002 and holds a Bachelor's degree from Clemson University. Jordan has earned multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). With a focus on family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income, Jordan draws on extensive experience to assist clients in building and managing customized investment strategies. As a Senior Portfolio Advisor, he is authorized to manage client strategies on a discretionary basis within the firm’s Investment Advisory Program. Jordan actively participates in several community and professional organizations, including Surfside Rotary, Myrtle Beach Civitans, Knights of Columbus, and BNI.

Rocco Papandrea is an International Wealth Advisor and the senior member of the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Team - PSS Associates. He has been providing financial and wealth management advice and guidance for over 30 years, joining Merrill Lynch in 1995 and founding PSS & Associates in 2004. Rocco focuses on goals-based wealth management with specialties including corporate retirement strategies, retirement benefits consulting, trust and estate planning, and services for individuals, corporations, small to mid-sized business owners, and non-profit organizations. He holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist™ (CRPS™), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®). Rocco earned a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management from New York University Stern School of Business. He has served in leadership roles such as Past Chairman of Merrill's Financial Advisory Council to Management and has been recognized consistently by Forbes and the Financial Times among top financial advisors. Beyond his professional career, Rocco is involved in community service and organizational leadership. He has served as Vice Chair and Board Member of Ascendant Neighborhood Development Corporation, focusing on housing and services for New York's elderly and low-income populations. He also chairs the Audit Committee for SOMOS Community Care, a physician-led network aimed at improving healthcare for Medicaid members in New York City. Rocco serves on the Board of Trustees for Cathedral Preparatory High School and Seminary in Queens. He was born and raised in Brooklyn and currently lives in Tribeca, New York City with his family. His personal interests include golfing, music, skiing, traveling, and watching movies.

Chris Kolasinski is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings 25 years of experience in financial advising, focusing on areas such as college education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Chris emphasizes personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' values and goals, facilitating ongoing collaboration to help clients pursue their financial objectives and plan their legacies. Born in Poland and raised in the United States, Chris developed an early passion for investing while studying Finance at the University of Florida, where he earned his bachelor's degree. Over his career, he obtained the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP®) designation and serves as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Committed to community involvement, Chris volunteers with local organizations, reflecting the Merrill tradition of service. His personal interests include basketball, soccer, swimming, and tennis.

Anthony Carpentieri is a Private Wealth Advisor and managing partner of the Erdmann, Giannetti, Brookfield, Carpentieri Group within Merrill Private Wealth Management. He provides custom wealth management services, strategies, and advice for senior executives and families at the crossroads of transitions and significant life events. His practice focuses on areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Carpentieri holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Business Economics, and Legal Studies and an MBA in Management, both from Iona College. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA) certification. He began his career with Merrill in 2007 and has been recognized as the #1 Next Generation Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill by Forbes for multiple years, as well as being part of the Erdmann, Giannetti, Brookfield, Carpentieri group ranked among Barron's Top Private Wealth Advisory Teams. He is involved in the community, serving on the Board of Trustees for the Alumni Association of Iona University and previously on the Board of Trustees at Burke Catholic. His personal interests include basketball, boating, reading, writing, and spending time with his family.

Stephen Putorte is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2019 and Morgan Stanley since 2009. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Daniel Scalley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2006, as well as Bank of America since 2009. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Robert Steingold is a financial advisor at Merrill with 43 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2012. Outside of his advisory role, he participates in his homeowners association committee in Bonita Springs, Florida. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Edward Liu is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Francisco, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2011 and also worked at Bank of America, N.A. from 2024 to the present. Outside of his advisory role, he is a co-owner of family rental properties in Nevada and California. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Todd Kelly is a financial advisor at Merrill with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked previously at Morgan Stanley and Citigroup Global Markets. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for the Queen Anne Little League, overseeing the teen umpire program, and volunteers monthly with Banchero Disability Partners, a charitable organization supporting adults with developmental disabilities. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Vanessa Zuriarrain is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 10 years of experience at the firm. She is based in Miami, FL. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies designed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tamara Gonzalez Paz is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Before joining Merrill, she worked at Coastal 1 Credit Union and has experience in various customer service roles, including at Famous Footwear. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Adrian Paredes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and also has experience with Bank of America N.A. Prior to his advisory role, his work history includes positions at Rocket Mortgage and other companies. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Samuel Cook is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America and Katy Independent School District. Outside of finance, he was involved with Saren Distribution LLC for ten years. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Jay Cobarrubias is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Newport Beach, CA, and has three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Banc of California, Anchor and Control Trading, Online Trading Academy, and KCSC Radio. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Matthew Armendinger is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He specializes in creating personalized financial strategies to help individuals and families achieve their financial objectives. His areas of expertise include employee benefits planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Matthew earned his bachelor's degree from Fairleigh Dickinson University, where he was a collegiate athlete and remains actively involved through participation in the FDU Young Alumni Association. His community involvement extends to volunteering as a guest speaker for ALPFA NJ and contributing to the Lupus Foundation of America. Outside of his professional work, Matthew enjoys baseball, basketball, football, golf, reading, running, yoga, and spending time with his family.

Jamie Herring is a financial advisor with Merrill in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill Lynch and Merrill since 1998. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.