James Pollard is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked previously at Fifth Third Securities from 2008 to 2021. He is currently based in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for individual, high-net-worth, corporate, and nonprofit clients.

Jason Stachura is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 20 years of investment experience. He specializes in personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jason and his team follow a planning-first approach, using a goals-based wealth management process to provide clients with a clear roadmap from their current financial situation to their desired future outcomes. Jason holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Detroit Mercy and a Master's Degree from Walsh College. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His professional principles emphasize honesty, integrity, transparency, and a strict investment philosophy designed to limit conflicts of interest. Outside of his professional work, Jason enjoys boxing, ice hockey, running, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Timothy Sudz is a financial advisor at Merrill with one year of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America from 2008 to 2021. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ryan Plovie is a Series 66 credentialed financial advisor with 21 years of experience. He has been with Merrill since 2004 and also works with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kristen Hassett is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Blue Fairy Farms LLC, a limited liability company through which she sells handmade crafts and plants. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party teams. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Antonino Aluia serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing long-term goals. His approach involves comprehensive planning and portfolio management, leveraging industry resources to help clients navigate complex financial landscapes. Antonino's expertise encompasses family wealth management, institutional and corporate benefit services, legacy planning, managing new wealth, and retirement planning. He emphasizes building trusting relationships and simplifying financial complexities to reduce client stress and support informed decision-making. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Antonino is affiliated with the Sigma Nu Fraternity. Residing in Shelby Township, Michigan, he enjoys spending time with his wife Katie and their three children. His personal interests include golfing, cooking, various sports, and traveling.

Irfan Jallad is a Wealth Management Advisor with over 23 years of experience in the wealth management industry. He oversees and coordinates the financial affairs for a select group of families, retirees, corporate executives, business owners, and non-profit organizations in the Detroit Metro area and nationwide. As part of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, he utilizes a goals-based approach to retirement, education, asset allocation, and distribution strategies, providing clients with access to the investment insights of Merrill and banking solutions through Bank of America. Mr. Jallad's areas of focus include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and socially responsible investing. He partners with a team that coordinates efforts with pre-screened outside advisors such as attorneys, tax professionals, and insurance experts to simplify and bring clarity to clients' financial lives. His professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University. In addition to his professional work, Irfan Jallad volunteers with organizations in his community and enjoys activities such as biking, fishing, golfing, tennis, and spending time with his family.

Tari Saylor is a financial advisor at Merrill with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 1983. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Zachary Griffith is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2016 and 2017 respectively. 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 individual and institutional clients.

Corey Townsend Jr. serves as a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works closely with Merrill clients to assess their current financial situations and guide them toward solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Corey earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan System. His approach focuses on helping clients identify what matters to them and their families, assisting in developing strategies to pursue their financial goals.

Daniel Totonchi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has built his career since 1997. He provides comprehensive wealth and portfolio management services tailored to high-net-worth individuals, corporations, and endowments. Daniel develops customized strategies that reflect clients' needs, objectives, and risk tolerances, aiming to help them achieve their long-term financial goals. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and holds additional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). As a qualified Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized and defined strategies on a discretionary basis. Daniel's expertise encompasses a broad range of client focus areas such as college education planning, family wealth management, services for endowments and foundations, and both defined benefit and defined contribution plan consulting. He is recognized for a comprehensive outcome-based wealth management approach that addresses clients’ personal priorities across health, family, home, work, giving, leisure, and finances. Daniel has been named to the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list consistently from 2018 through 2025 and to the Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list as part of the Tyranski, Totonchi, and Girdler Group from 2023 to 2025. Daniel holds a bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University. Outside of work, he resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan, with his wife Amy and their sons, Brian and Jack. He enjoys spending time with family and friends and engages in activities such as golfing, boating, snowmobiling, hunting, and shooting sporting clays. He volunteers as a board member for the Great Lakes Boat Building School and the Les Cheneaux Islands Association.

Minting Huang is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Huang provides comprehensive wealth management solutions including family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Huang collaborates closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop personalized strategies to pursue those objectives. Huang holds a Bachelor's Degree from Beijing Institute of Technology and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the California State University System. Professional designations include Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluency in English, Chinese, and Mandarin supports Huang's ability to serve a diverse clientele. In addition to professional responsibilities, Huang is involved with the Better Money Habits® community initiative. Personal interests include hiking, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Thaddeus Crass is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and 31 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC from 2015 to 2024. 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.

Nicole Gatto is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2017, with prior experience at PNC Bank and PNC Investments. 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Nicholas Kozak is a Private Wealth Advisor and founding member of MK Private Wealth at Merrill, where he serves as Managing Partner. In this role, he focuses on ensuring that the advisory team consistently delivers service aligned with their vision and mission for the families they advise. He acts as the primary advisor to many of the firm's families as well as to athlete and entertainer clients. Growing up working in his family's businesses, Nicholas gained firsthand insight into the challenges business owners and their families face. This experience has informed his work in helping clients navigate business succession and sale, family dynamics, and legacy planning. He earned the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® designation to provide financial guidance in complex divorce cases, working with families and their legal and tax advisors to achieve favorable outcomes in high-asset divorce situations. Nicholas holds a Bachelor's degree from Portland State University. He is involved in several professional organizations including Brother Rice High School Alumni Association, Cranbrook Schools, Detroit Athletic Club, Michigan State University Alumni Association, Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Parish, and The Hundred Club of Detroit. Additionally, he is engaged in community activities such as the Pope Francis Center. His personal interests include adventure sports, boating, fishing, hiking, skydiving, spending time with family, and traveling.

Sarah Cunningham is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 1998 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 individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Paige Mason is a financial advisor with Merrill in Bloomfield Hills, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and totaling 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2017 and previously worked at Hennes & Mauritz (H&M) for one year. Merrill 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.

Frank Migliazzo is a Private Wealth Advisor and the Chairman of MKG & Associates, a private wealth management team. He provides strategic direction and investment policy for the team, which consists of 14 wealth management professionals. With a career at Merrill starting in 1979, Frank has experienced various market cycles and economic conditions, allowing him to apply knowledge and judgment in creating investment portfolios responsive to differing market environments. Frank holds a bachelor's degree from Western Michigan University and an MBA from the University of Detroit Mercy. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certificant and holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® designation sponsored by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ at the Wharton School. He is also a member of Kingdom Advisors and among a select group of advisors nationally designated as Merrill Institutional Consultants. Beyond his professional work, Frank serves on the boards of the Boys & Girls Club of Southeastern Michigan, Manresa Jesuit Retreat House, the Catholic Foundation of Michigan, and the Pope Francis Center. He resides in Bloomfield Hills, Michigan with his wife Gail and their three children Katie, Joey, and Lauren. His personal interests include golfing, running, and spending time with his family.

Parul Sharma is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She offers comprehensive financial strategies tailored to the unique needs of individuals and families, focusing on investment management, education planning, retirement planning for individuals and business owners, risk mitigation, and holistic wealth strategies designed to build long-term financial security. She holds professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Parul Sharma earned a Bachelor's degree in Technology from Maharana Pratap Engineering College. Parul is involved in community organizations such as Better Money Habits and Life Remodeled. She speaks English and Hindi. Outside of her professional work, she has personal interests in chess, gardening, and traveling.

Tyler Brown is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., Northwood University, and Hantz Financial Services. 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.