Joshua Elkin is a financial advisor at Merrill with three years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles River Laboratories and Western Michigan University. Outside of finance, he has experience in fitness and wellness and landscaping. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jordin Ryan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and with 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2014. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Steven Dodson is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial services industry in 1995 with PaineWebber (now UBS) and has since focused on retirement income planning, education savings, and wealth management strategies. Steven holds Series 7, 63, and 66 FINRA registrations, along with life, health, and variable annuity licenses. He also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation, among other professional credentials including CFP, CPFA, PIA, and RAFA. Steven works with individuals, families, and corporate executives to develop and proactively manage personalized wealth management strategies designed to preserve income and grow assets. His areas of client focus include corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He emphasizes building enduring relationships based on trust, integrity, and confidentiality. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Oakland University and resides in Rochester, MI with his wife and two sons. In his free time, Steven enjoys biking, boxing, golfing, music, running, swimming, and yoga.

Jordan Hessling is a financial advisor at Merrill with four years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Fifth Third Bank and Bank of America, N.A. before joining Merrill. 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.

V Adams is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, V Adams collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals. Leveraging investment insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America, V Adams focuses on creating flexible wealth management plans responsive to evolving market conditions. V Adams holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Their educational background includes a High School Diploma from Fordson. Committed to community involvement, V Adams follows the Merrill tradition of serving local organizations through volunteer work.

Everett Latos is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been contributing since 2020. In his role, he employs a goals-based planning methodology to assist clients in achieving their financial objectives. Everett focuses on areas such as retirement planning, investment management, fiduciary services, and wealth management strategies, including family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. With expertise in asset allocation and adapting financial strategies as they evolve, Everett leverages the resources of Merrill to create customized financial plans tailored to his clients' goals. He holds a business degree from Hope College in Holland, Michigan, and carries professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In his free time, he enjoys outdoor activities such as hiking, running, and skiing.

Frank Cooney is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on implementing tax-efficient wealth strategies aimed at multigenerational wealth preservation. Frank works closely with clients to help them manage family wealth, navigate new wealth scenarios, and achieve tax minimization. With a disciplined and personalized approach, Frank assists clients in making complex financial decisions to protect, grow, and transfer wealth effectively. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Michigan University. Outside of his professional role, Frank enjoys antiquing, fishing, hiking, reading, and spending time with his family.

Edwin Berg is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in wealth management for individuals and families. With 24 years of experience in the financial services industry, he focuses on helping clients create and grow wealth through comprehensive, goals-based financial strategies. Edwin’s approach emphasizes building strong personal relationships to understand his clients’ values and life goals, assisting them in managing new wealth, retirement planning, tax minimization, and portfolio management. Edwin holds a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, retirement income, and individual and corporate investment strategies. He is committed to providing customized advice and disciplined investment guidance to support his clients’ financial objectives. Outside of his professional work, Edwin enjoys spending time with his family, golfing, and training for triathlons.

Patrick Kosanke is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill since 2001. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a committee member for the Clinton Valley Little League, contributing over 150 hours annually in various volunteer capacities. 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 institutions.

Matthew Pappas is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1997 and serves as the senior partner of a four-partner team that focuses on providing families with financial confidence through a multi-generational approach. His client focus includes education planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Before joining Merrill, Matthew practiced law for two years after earning his Juris Doctorate from Michigan State University College of Law. He also spent thirteen years as an international tax consultant at Ernst & Young LLP and Price Waterhouse LLP. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration in Finance and Accounting from the University of Michigan Ann Arbor and earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification in 2011. Matthew is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides discretionary management using personalized strategies, which may include individual stocks and bonds, model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. While he does not offer legal or tax advice in his role at Merrill, his background in these areas supports his advisory work. In addition to his professional responsibilities, Matthew serves as President of the Detroit Athletic Club Foundation and the Board of Governors at the Orchard Lake Country Club. He is involved in volunteer activities at St. Hugo of the Hills Parish. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing, bowling, and spending time with his family.

Anthony Latos is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2007 and has over 25 years of experience in discretionary money management. Prior to his current role, he was a Senior Portfolio Manager at a $50 billion Super Regional Bank, where he managed portfolios for high-net-worth individuals, co-managed the bank’s most widely used separate account equity strategy, and contributed to setting asset allocation policy as part of the Investment Policy Committee. Anthony holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®) designation and has earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Western Michigan University and a Master's degree from Wayne State University. He is a member of both the CFA® Institute and the CFA® Society of Detroit. As a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Manager, he provides traditional advice and guidance while managing personalized or defined strategies on a discretionary basis, incorporating individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Anthony lives in Washington Township, Michigan with his wife and their dog, Polo. They have three adult children. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys playing tennis, running, and spending time with his family at their Northern Michigan cottage.

Melissa Spickler is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been serving in the financial services industry since joining Merrill Lynch in 1980. Melissa focuses her career on addressing the diverse financial goals of affluent families, women in transition, executives, closely held businesses, retirees, entrepreneurs, and members of the LGBT community. She provides knowledgeable advice and guidance and strives to create a welcoming atmosphere for her clients. Over more than three decades, Melissa has nurtured client relationships that span generations, including clients' children and grandchildren. Melissa holds a bachelor's degree in Criminal Law from Michigan State University. She also holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Prior to her career in wealth management, she served as an undercover agent for the Michigan Attorney General. Melissa is involved in several mentorship programs including the Merrill Lynch Women's Exchange - Women Financial Advisors Mentorship Program, as well as mentorship initiatives through the Michigan State University Alumni Association and the University of Michigan Alumni Association. She also served on the Judicial Tenure Commission from 2013 to 2020. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, small business strategies, socially responsible investing including ESG, women and wealth, and retirement income. Outside of work, Melissa enjoys cooking, photography, and traveling.

Dana Locniskar is a Private Wealth Advisor and partner of the Locniskar Pursel Biddinger Nienberg Rochow Private Wealth Management team at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He works with business owners, corporate executives, philanthropists, and charitable foundations, providing guidance on complex financial and investment challenges. His multi-generational legacy team focuses on helping client families streamline the complexities of significant wealth, offering continuity and connectivity across life stages and priorities. Dana's expertise includes family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, and managing new wealth. He leads a team designed to nurture each family's long-term legacy through customized advice and guidance aimed at growing, sustaining, and transferring wealth effectively. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from Wayne State University. He also attended the University of Arkansas and holds a High School Diploma from Springdale High School. Beyond his professional responsibilities, Dana serves on the boards of the Community Foundation for Southeast Michigan, City Year Detroit, and Teach for America Detroit. He is also Trustee Emeritus of Detroit Public Television and the Futures Foundation, and a board member of the Beaumont Hospitals Foundation. Dana resides in Birmingham, Michigan, and his personal interests include hiking, scuba diving, and skiing.

Dana Arluna is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Dana focuses on helping clients connect with the appropriate people, plans, and processes tailored to their individual ambitions. She works with clients on a range of financial goals including education funding, retirement planning, healthcare cost management, and the creation of personalized long-term family strategies. Dana holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Western Michigan University. Outside of work, she enjoys a variety of activities including football, golfing, hiking, hunting, reading, running, surfing, table tennis, traveling, and spending time with her family.