Hugh Severs is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in more than 20 states. He works with a diverse clientele including entrepreneurs, established business owners and their employees, C-level executives in the technology sector, physicians, and multiple generations of families. His focus is on clients with dynamic financial needs such as founding, buying, growing, and selling businesses, managing stock options, planning for college education, and preparing for retirement. Hugh customizes investment portfolios guided by the firm's Chief Investment Office, encompassing multiple asset classes including equities, bonds, and alternative investments like real estate and hedge funds. He collaborates with clients' CPAs, attorneys, and trust professionals to align tax minimization and estate strategies and provides access to various lending solutions through Bank of America. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, Hugh spent 12 years at Northwestern Mutual in roles including advisor, director of training and technology, and COO of a private wealth team. He holds a bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture from Washington State University and holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Based in Liberty Lake, Washington, Hugh lives with his wife, Jolene, and their two sons. He is active in community organizations such as the American Cancer Society, HUB Sports Center—where he serves on the board of directors—and SNAP. His personal interests include fishing, hunting, golfing, hiking, boating, camping, cooking, basketball, skiing, and traveling.

Ronald Grimm is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 23 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2017 and was previously with Penniall & Associates from 2015 to 2017. Grimm is also associated with a separate business entity registered as Ronald Grimm in Long Beach, 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Desmond Bascombe Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pembroke Pines, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Charles Schwab, TD Ameritrade, and Mass Mutual. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved as a general partner and managing member in several non-investment-related business ventures focused on property management and development. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services for 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 institutions.

Erum Yasin is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dallas, TX, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America N.A. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Edmund Steinert is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in comprehensive wealth management strategies. He works with individuals, families, and businesses to develop personalized financial plans that address investment planning, retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies, and risk management. Edmund emphasizes a client-centric approach, focusing on building long-term relationships grounded in trust and a clear understanding of each client's unique financial goals. With professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Edmund leverages his expertise and the extensive resources of Merrill Lynch to provide guidance tailored to life’s changes. His practice concentrates on areas such as education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, and catering to women and wealth. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Franklin College. Outside of his professional role, Edmund is involved in the community through Rotary. He also enjoys boating, fishing, and spending time with his family.

David Osburn is a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor with over 25 years of experience in the financial services industry. Since beginning his career in 1999, David has managed individual wealth through various market and life cycles, emphasizing a comprehensive and customized approach that prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs and goals. He focuses on areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and tax minimization, among others. David works closely with clients and trusted professionals to design, implement, and review tailored wealth management strategies aimed at managing investment risk and protecting clients' legacies. David holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Washington School of Business with a concentration in Finance. He has obtained professional designations such as the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Born and raised in the Pacific Northwest, David is actively involved in his community through volunteering, including participation with the Mill Creek Little League. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys spending time with his wife and twin boys, sharing a passion for baseball and golf.

Thomas Immenschuh is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with business owners, professionals, and their families, employing a comprehensive client-centered approach to wealth management. His team delivers personalized strategies focused on growth, accumulation, preservation, and transfer of wealth. He aims to collaborate with clients to develop customized financial plans aligned with their priorities and goals. Tom's expertise includes retirement planning, wealth management and preservation, concentrated stock and options, company-sponsored plans design and refinement, corporate cash and treasury management, liability management, and trust, estate, and insurance planning services. He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Tom is a graduate of the University of Texas at San Antonio with a BBA in Finance and a minor in Accounting. He served in the United States Air Force from 1982 to 1986, continued in the Air Force Reserve until 1995, and was activated for Desert Shield and Desert Storm. In the San Antonio community, Tom has served on the Board of Any Baby Can, The ARC of San Antonio, and the Texas Planning Council Partners in Policy Making. He volunteers for the Central Catholic School Golf Team and has been involved with organizations such as Catholic Charities of San Antonio and Oak Hills Country Club. He resides in Castle Hills with his wife Charlotte Gallagher Immenschuh and their three sons, Evan, Ian, and Owen.

Eduardo Benavides is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2011. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Melissa Pablo is a financial advisor at Merrill in New York, NY, holding a Series 66 designation with six years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007, totaling 19 years at the firm. 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 strategies designed by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.

Michael Lutz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2016, following three years at UBS Financial Services. Outside of his advisory role, he co-owns a rental property used for Airbnb with family members. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions, supported by internal and third-party investment teams.

R. J. Krier is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the company in 1998 and has accumulated 28 years of experience, serving in various roles during his tenure. R. J. adheres to the principle articulated by Charles E. Merrill, the company's founder, emphasizing that the interests of customers must come first. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from Catawba College and earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Wake Forest University. R. J. has also earned professional designations including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional career, R. J. resides in Parker, Colorado with his wife Katie and their four children. He is involved in community activities such as Junior Achievement USA and Habitat for Humanity.

Anthony Lafrano is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in financial services with Morgan Stanley in 1999 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2004. Anthony works with corporate clients, executives, and individuals, focusing on areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, equity compensation services, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and retirement income. With experience in navigating challenging markets, Anthony develops investment plans tailored to clients' personal goals and monitors performance over time. He utilizes the resources of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management alongside a personalized wealth management process to support his clients. Additionally, Anthony participates in client education through seminars on global political and economic trends offered by the LM Team. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from the California State University system. Outside of his professional work, Anthony enjoys camping, surfing, watching movies, and practicing yoga.

Jonathan Ross Ong is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2017. Prior to that, he was affiliated with Bank of America N.A., Tolomato Community Development District, and the University of North Florida. 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 a variety of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Wiers is a financial advisor with Merrill in Chicago, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 16 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Wells Fargo Bank, CIBC, and J.P. Morgan Securities. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gregory Murphy is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Francisco, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and having 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1998 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he is an owner of a family business managing land assets formerly comprising a mobile home park in Paradise, CA, and also holds ownership in a separate cabin property through an S-Corp. 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Glenn Fels is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since 1985, he has assisted individuals, families, and businesses in growing their wealth and achieving their financial objectives. Glenn offers a range of services including retirement planning, education plans, wealth accumulation preservation and transfer, estate planning services, executor and trust administrative service, and access to consumer banking services. For business clients, he provides services such as cash management, group benefit plans, commercial banking, financing for business development, real estate financing, investment banking, and succession planning. Glenn holds a Bachelor's degree from Rider University, earned in 1983, and has earned several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also a member of the Bucks County Estate Planning Council. Raised in Huntingdon Valley, Pennsylvania, Glenn currently resides in Bucks County, Pennsylvania. Outside of his professional work, he spends time with his family, works on improving his golf game, and makes weekend trips to the beach. He is married with two grown sons.

Ian Dailey is a financial advisor at Merrill in New York, NY, holding a Series 66 designation with two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at PolicyPartner LLC and The Press Room. Outside of finance, Dailey is a drummer and partial owner of Home Remedies LLC, a band based in Washington, DC, involved in producing music and managing related activities. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Patrick Lively is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and based in North Bethesda, MD. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2025 and has prior experience working with Big Fish Restaurant Group and educational institutions including Boston College and Gonzaga College High School. 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 accounts.

Steven Wickstrom is a Senior Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with high net worth families, individuals, and successful business owners to develop and review financial goals, providing personalized wealth management strategies that address various client needs including retirement planning, legacy planning, and portfolio management. His approach involves working closely with clients to create a financial strategy tailored to their long-term objectives. Steven holds a Bachelor's Degree from The Ohio State University and has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is affiliated with professional organizations such as the National Association of Plan Advisors and FINRA. He participates in local community events and expresses an interest in activities such as cooking, fishing, golfing, hunting, running, and watching movies.

Autumn Sears is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, she was employed at Oppenheimer and has worked in various roles across multiple organizations, including Michigan State University and Flint Cultural Center Corporation. 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.