Gioia Mc Carthy is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Francisco, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and 19 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2011 and Bank of America N.A. since 2012. Mc Carthy serves as an advisory board member for Jewish Vocational Services, a charitable organization based in San Francisco. 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.

Colleen Sharkey is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career at Merrill in 1988, initially working in the residential lending group before transitioning to financial advising. She focuses on helping clients manage wealth tailored to their individual needs, emphasizing liability management for both individuals and businesses. With over a decade of experience in residential lending, Ms. Sharkey provides specialized advice on liability management and plays a key role in retirement and employee benefits planning. She holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Ms. Sharkey earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance from Sacred Heart University. A lifelong resident of Stamford, Connecticut, Ms. Sharkey volunteers with organizations including the Fight For Two Foundation, Tough Like Tori Foundation, and UNICO-Stamford. She enjoys skiing, cooking, spending time with her family, and traveling.

William Meagher is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1982 and has been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill serves a wide range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutional clients, offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage custody services. The firm integrates these services with Bank of America affiliates and emphasizes managed accounts and manager selection supported by its Chief Investment Office and platform oversight.

Eric Chu is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, operating within the Global Wealth Management Division. He is a senior partner of Nan/Chu & Associates, a team of financial professionals providing banking solutions and investment advisory services. Eric works with individuals, families, trustees, and business owners to develop customized wealth management strategies tailored to their financial goals. His expertise includes wealth preservation, retirement planning, trust and estate matters, college education planning, family wealth management strategies, and legacy planning. Eric holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He completed his education at the University of California system and furthered his studies through The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Leveraging his credentials and experience, he assists clients in managing and distributing family wealth, including the establishment and administration of estate and trust accounts, fiduciary advisory services, recordkeeping for court filings, and the development of tax-sensitive wealth management strategies. Eric serves clients throughout Modesto, Merced, and the Central Valley and engages in community involvement through organizations such as Merced Sunrise Rotary and University Friend's Circle. He speaks English and Chinese and holds personal interests in chess, golfing, and skiing.

Franklin Rinko is a financial advisor at Merrill in Bethesda, MD, holding a Series 66 credential with four years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of advising, he has served as an independent contractor with Vector Marketing, focusing on sales of Cutco kitchen knives. 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 a range of clients including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Isaac Valancy is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Merrill Lynch and Northern Trust Inc. 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 strategies developed by internal CIO teams and third-party managers.

Rehmat Amin is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Rehmat assists clients in building financial futures by developing and implementing personalized financial plans aimed at helping them achieve their goals. Rehmat’s expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Rehmat holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Rehmat earned a Bachelor's Degree from Rochester Institute of Technology, a Medical Doctorate from Ross University, and an MBA from Georgetown University. Rehmat communicates in English and Spanish.

Jason Jones is a Series 66 licensed advisor with Merrill in Savannah, GA, with nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2017 and previously spent six years at TMX Finance. Outside of his advisory role, he assists his father with enhancing the web presence and social media accounts of the family law firm. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, with portfolio implementation tailored by strategy and client needs.

Torrie Wulf is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2018, following seven years at Bank of America. 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 a range of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Daniel Andrade is a Series 66-licensed advisor with Merrill, based in Lake Elsinore, CA. He has one year of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 2011, also having worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. 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 a variety of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

James Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1997. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, charities, and institutional clients, offering managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage execution services through multiple program strategies governed by the firm’s CIO and platform oversight.

Randy Freedman is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Tampa, FL. With over 40 years of experience in financial advising, he has developed expertise in areas including college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Randy works with clients to address significant financial transitions such as retirement, inheritance, and the sale of a business, and coordinates with clients' attorneys, accountants, and other advisors to align financial and legacy strategies. Previously a CPA, Randy holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his bachelor's degree from the University of South Florida. He provides clients access to Bank of America Private Bank for trust and estate planning services, as well as Bank of America for commercial banking and financing needs. Randy's approach involves managing concentrated stock positions and collaborating with a broader team to support clients' financial goals. Outside of his professional work, Randy enjoys a variety of personal interests, including adventure sports, baseball, football, pickleball, racquetball, reading, skiing, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

David Gray is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2015 and 2017, respectively. 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 various institutional clients.

Michael Denucci is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1998 and concurrently associated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Merrill serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by providing managed account programs, third-party manager selection, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage execution services. The firm emphasizes multiple investment program strategies and manager-constructed options, supported by its integration with Bank of America affiliates and a focus on tax-efficient implementation solutions.

Patrick Magarian is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Xavier University, Kelly Bros Lumber & Design, MAI Capital Management, Ohio State University, Von Lehman CPA & Advisory, Elon University, and Cincinnati Country Day School. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Steve Jelley is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a founding member of Jelley, Udrisky & Associates. He joined Merrill Lynch in 1990 and specializes in designing and implementing customized wealth management strategies for high net worth families, business owners, and retirees. Steve utilizes a Goals-Based Wealth Management approach to understand client needs and develop strategies aligned with their personal goals. Steve holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) and Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®). He is a qualified Portfolio Manager, providing traditional and discretionary advisory services. He earned a bachelor's degree from Oklahoma State University. Steve has received recognition for his work, including being named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for multiple consecutive years and inclusion on Barron's Top Financial Advisors list. He has served in various volunteer roles with organizations such as the American Heart Association, Jenks Public Schools, Oklahoma State University Foundation, and United Way. Steve also previously served on the Cedar Ridge Country Club Board of Directors.

Nicholas Pine is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Franklin & Marshall College, AllianceBernstein, and Capital Educators. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Joshua Bonham is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 65 and Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Driven Investments, Zions Bancorporation, Columbia Sportswear Company, and Nike. 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.

Frederik Constantinesco is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 43 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney, Morgan Stanley Private Bank, and Bank of America. Outside of the financial industry, he has worked as a salesman at COMP USA Superstore. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by providing managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, brokerage execution, and custody services. The firm integrates with Bank of America affiliates and offers multiple investment program strategies focused on manager selection, tax efficiency, and capital-markets access.

Christopher Abbott is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. Christopher began his career at Bank of America in 1995 as a Management Associate, where he managed large banking centers and loan processing teams. In 2003, he transitioned to the wealth management division of the firm and earned his Portfolio Manager designation in 2015. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing a range of assets including individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Old Dominion University, where he was a member of the International Honor Society in Finance. Christopher has served on the boards of the American Heart Association (Norfolk), the Alzheimer’s Association (Tidewater), and Read to Them (Richmond). He resides in Richmond, Virginia with his wife and two daughters.