Bruce Pickard is a financial advisor at Merrill based in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses with 43 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 1982 and has also been with 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Syverson is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Ann Arbor, MI. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 44 years of industry experience. His career includes long-term tenures at Merrill since 1981 and Bank of America since 2009. 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 a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Jesse Parsley Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has worked at several firms including AXA Advisors LLC, Northwestern Mutual Wealth Management Company, and PNC Investments before joining Merrill in 2019. 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 a wide range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Kimberly Scott is a Series 63-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Ann Arbor, MI, and has 32 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1992. 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, and various institutional investors.

Thomas Durocher is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients since 2012. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and a partner in The AD Group, working alongside fellow advisor Kevin Ackroyd. Thomas specializes in wealth management and retirement strategies for affluent individuals, families, and businesses. His practice focuses on retirement planning and income strategies, investment management, cash management, and wealth transfer and charitable giving. Thomas earned his bachelor's degree in Business Finance from Eastern Michigan University, attending while working at Merrill's Ann Arbor, MI branch. He combines his financial expertise with a collaborative approach, working closely with clients and their other trusted advisors such as CPAs and attorneys to develop customized financial strategies aligned with their values and future goals. A lifelong Michigan resident, Thomas lives in Ann Arbor with his wife Kathryn. Outside of work, he enjoys camping, hiking, golfing, hunting, racquetball, and is engaged in community activities including Kids Camp.

Nathaniel Michna is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his current role, he focuses on helping families grow their net worth and achieve their financial goals by creating personalized strategies tailored to each client’s unique situation. Nathaniel draws on his background in financial planning, insurance, and tax planning to assemble comprehensive financial plans that address a wide range of client priorities. Nathaniel began his financial services career in 2018 as a Planning Analyst, gaining hands-on experience in constructing financial plans that support families' long-term objectives. Over time, he expanded his expertise to include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, retirement income, and tax minimization, among other areas. Nathaniel holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a bachelor's degree from Wayne State University. Outside of his professional work, Nathaniel is involved with the Ann Arbor Soccer Association. His personal interests include adventure sports, basketball, camping, football, golfing, hiking, pickleball, soccer, spending time with family, and traveling.

Sara Wohl is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been involved in the financial services industry since 2005 and joined Merrill in 2011. Sara focuses on helping high net worth families, executives, and business owners from diverse industries to develop and implement personalized financial plans to preserve and grow wealth. Her team works to relieve the stress of managing financial life so families can concentrate on their priorities. She has a particular focus on assisting women through life transitions such as business sales, career changes, divorce, or the death of a loved one. Sara holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Michigan Ross School of Business, an MBA, and a Master of Science in Finance from Walsh College. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, Certified Divorce Financial Analyst®, Chartered Advisor in Philanthropy®, and Certified Sustainable Responsible and Impact Investment Counselor™. Throughout her career, Sara has been recognized by industry publications, including appearing on Working Mother/SHOOK Research’s "Top Wealth Advisor Moms" list in 2021 and Forbes' "Top Women Wealth Advisors - Best in State" lists in 2021 and 2025. Sara resides in Ann Arbor, Michigan with her husband and three children. She and her family enjoy sports, travel, and are active in their local community. She is involved with organizations such as the Community Action Network, Food Gatherers, and Michigan Foster Care Closet. Sara's personal interests include adventure sports such as boating, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, rock climbing, and traveling.

William Juergens is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career at the Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago-Detroit Branch, then spent nearly ten years working at J.P. Morgan and its predecessors in the Ann Arbor area as a Trust Advisor and Investment Specialist. He has also worked as a professional tax preparer for six years before joining Merrill in 2010. William holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics with high distinction from The University of Michigan. He has completed advanced training sessions at the University of Pennsylvania Wharton School of Business and the University of Chicago Booth School of Business. He earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) and Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designations through the Investments & Wealth Institute™. Additionally, he holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., along with the Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®) and Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®) designations. His professional credentials also include Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM), Certified Trust and Fiduciary Advisor (CTFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). William was born and raised in Michigan. He is married with six children. He enjoys fishing, genealogy, hunting, racquetball, skiing, and watching movies. He is a member of the Ann Arbor Rotary Club and the Washtenaw Estate Planning Council, and participates in the community through involvement with the Cancer Support Community of Greater Ann Arbor.

Gary Pool II is a financial advisor with Merrill in Ann Arbor, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at J.P. Morgan Securities, Eaton, Fifth Third Bank, and Eastern Michigan. He also worked with YMCA Storer Camps for six years. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jason Lindauer is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management strategies for business owners, senior corporate executives, and high-net-worth families. He has developed customized goals-based approaches that focus on clients' meaningful lifestyle objectives, such as retirement planning, educational funding, and legacy establishment. Jason works closely with clients' accountants, attorneys, and other professional advisors to provide organized and responsive service. Jason joined Merrill in 1985 and holds the professional designations of Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Adrian College in 1983. Additionally, he has completed advanced training at the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and The University of Chicago Booth School of Business. Jason also serves on the St. Joseph Mercy Hospital Chelsea Board of Trustees. He has been involved in his community as an Assistant Varsity Football Coach at Chelsea High School and served as Mayor of the City of Chelsea from 2009 to 2017. Jason and his wife, Amy, live in Chelsea and have four grown children. His personal interests include cooking, football, golfing, hiking, music, reading, running, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Mitchell Goodin is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and has two years of experience in the industry. Prior to joining Merrill in 2024, he worked at The Mannik & Smith Group, Inc., Abonmarche Consultants, Inc., RQAW Corporation, and spent four years at the University of Michigan. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal teams and third-party managers, with various portfolio implementation approaches tailored to client needs.

Ellen Pritchard is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2005. 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.

Mary Nolan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, Merrill Lynch, Bear, Stearns, and J.P. Morgan Chase. 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, and various institutional investors.

Thomas Ogar is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2004 and Bank of America since 2009. Previously, he operated a manufacturing consulting business servicing a contract with Borg Warner Automotive. 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Brandon Thomas is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Morgan Stanley, Hantz Group, and the University of Michigan. Merrill, alongside 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.

Mary Huff Earnest is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals. Mary draws on investment insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America to create flexible wealth management approaches tailored to changing market conditions. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, legacy and LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and individual and corporate investment strategies. Mary holds a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Michigan University and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Mary participates actively in community volunteering, reflecting the tradition at Merrill of serving the communities where they work. Outside of her professional responsibilities, she enjoys golfing, music, and traveling.

Christopher Bergen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Ann Arbor, MI. He specializes in wealth management strategies tailored to individual client goals, working closely with clients one-on-one to develop personalized financial plans. His areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Christopher holds a Bachelor's Degree from The College of New Jersey and has earned the Certified Financial Planner (CFP) designation as well as Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credentials. He operates within the Merrill Lynch tradition of community involvement and actively volunteers with organizations such as the Ann Arbor Area Community Foundation, Jewish Family Services of Washtenaw County, SOS Community Services, and Unified - HIV Health & Beyond. Outside of his professional activities, Christopher enjoys biking, boating, cooking, dancing, hiking, music, photography, skiing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Mark Fraker is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 15 years of experience in the financial industry, working with affluent families and individuals to develop disciplined, goals-based wealth management strategies. Mark holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Ann Arbor Pioneer and attended Eastern Michigan University without obtaining a degree. Mark's approach focuses on connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to help prioritize and pursue their most important goals.

Kevin Ackroyd is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in creating personalized financial strategies tailored to his clients' unique goals and changing market conditions. His client focus areas include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Kevin holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from Spring Arbor University. Committed to serving his community, he actively volunteers with local organizations. Outside of work, Kevin enjoys baseball, football, hiking, skiing, and volleyball.

Daniel Kaminski is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their motivations and financial goals, utilizing the firm's Personal Wealth Analysis platform to assist in areas such as portfolio management, lending, estate planning, alternative investments, and banking. Since joining his current team in 2023, Daniel has collaborated with colleagues to help clients evaluate their financial standing and develop strategies tailored to their objectives. Daniel began his career in 2016 with The Hantz Group in Southfield. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Business and Organizations from the Gerstacker Business Institute at Albion College, where he also participated as a midfield player on the lacrosse team. His professional expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income planning, tax minimization, and small business strategies. Outside of his professional role, Daniel enjoys various recreational activities including golfing, skiing, boating, and fishing with his wife, Margaret. They reside near Ann Arbor and spend time at their family's home on Lake St. Clair.