Jackson Edelmann is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients make informed financial decisions through personalized planning, investment guidance, and long-term wealth management strategies. His approach centers on building trusted relationships and delivering solutions that align with each client's financial goals and future. Jackson has over 7 years of experience in the financial services industry, starting his career at Bank of America with a specialization in lending and business banking. He later transitioned to Merrill Edge as a Financial Solutions Advisor, expanding his expertise in wealth management and investment strategies. His client focus areas include corporate benefits, managing new wealth, small business strategies, sports and entertainment, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Alabama and has earned professional designations such as Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, Jackson enjoys biking, football, ice hockey, skiing, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Seth Krochmal is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Boulder, Colorado. He leads Krochmal & Associates, a team with extensive experience assisting high net-worth individuals, executives, and entrepreneurs in organizing their financial lives. Their services include financial planning, portfolio strategy, and access to banking and lending solutions through Bank of America, tailored to meet clients' goals and priorities. Seth began his career at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Columbus, Ohio, in 2008 and has been with the firm in Boulder since 2011. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from The Ohio State University. His professional designations include Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Originally from Dayton, Ohio, Seth and his wife, Alisa, have two sons, Ruben and Levi. The family enjoys snowboarding, music, and football.

Jacob Van Kessel is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads a team dedicated to providing personalized, hands-on financial services to families, businesses, and individual investors. Jacob's approach focuses on understanding each client's unique goals and implementing strategies designed to achieve them, covering areas such as risk management, retirement income strategies, trust and estate planning, philanthropic planning, and socially responsible investing. Jacob has over fifteen years of experience in the financial services industry. Before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2008, he worked at US Bank and JPMorgan Chase in roles including personal banker, financial advisor, and branch manager. He holds several professional designations including CFP®, CRPC®, CPFA®, CAP, PIA, and RAFA. He earned his bachelor's degree in Finance and a Certificate in Entrepreneurial Studies from the University of Colorado Boulder in 2004. Outside of his professional duties, Jacob serves on the Longmont Community Foundation Board of Trustees and Investment Committee. He and his wife, Meggan, live in Longmont with their children. Jacob is also involved with community organizations such as the YWCA, There With Care, and EFAA.

Alyssa Bergsma is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2014. 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.

Damon Marxer is a Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor, and Portfolio Manager with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 2000 and previously worked as a CPA with Ernst & Young. Damon has decades of experience in the financial industry, having learned from and worked alongside his father, a longtime Merrill advisor. His client base includes multiple generations of active and retired individuals across several states, including Michigan and Colorado. Damon’s approach to wealth management emphasizes understanding clients’ lives and concerns, organizing their financial assets and liabilities to create a clear financial picture. He focuses on holistic, tax-sensitive strategies designed to preserve, grow, and distribute wealth while maintaining steady income streams for retirement. His investment philosophy prioritizes companies with a solid history of rising dividends, reflecting management’s commitment and consistent earnings. Damon manages personalized and defined investment strategies that may include individual stocks, bonds, Merrill Lynch model portfolios, and third-party investments. He holds a bachelor’s degree from the University of Colorado and is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ professional and Personal Investment Advisor. Damon resides in Parker, Colorado, with his wife and two sons. Outside of work, he enjoys spending time with his family and participating in outdoor activities such as biking, camping, fishing, golfing, hiking, and adventure sports.

John Oliver IV is a financial advisor at Merrill with 43 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2003 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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.

Julie Lane Bockelman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career in financial services in December 1994 with A.G. Edwards and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in July 2009. Julie holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS™) designation, earned in 2000 through the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp., as well as the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Julie graduated from Mesa State College in 1994 with a Bachelor’s of Business Administration degree in Management. She is a native of Western Colorado, born in Rangely, and has lived in Grand Junction for over 33 years. Julie works with the Johnson, Bockelman, Gavegan & Associates team to provide personalized financial strategies that address a range of client needs, including college education planning, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Outside of her professional role, Julie enjoys camping, fishing, football, golfing, skiing, volleyball, and spending time with her husband Tim and their two daughters. She remains actively involved in her daughters’ school activities and values the flexibility her team and firm provide.

Meggan Van Kessel is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in assisting affluent families, individuals, and successful business owners in developing long-term financial strategies that align with their personal and business financial goals. Meggan works closely with clients and their other advisors, including attorneys and accountants, to address total wealth management needs. With 19 years of experience, Meggan focuses on areas such as college and education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, women and wealth, and retirement income. As a Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), she integrates investments, planning, banking, lending, and legacy considerations into comprehensive strategies that support her clients' present and future financial well-being. Meggan is a graduate of the University of Colorado at Boulder, Leeds School of Business, and is a native of Boulder. She is involved in the community through organizations such as There with Care.

Andrew Butt is a financial advisor with Merrill in Boulder, CO, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2001 and has concurrently worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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.

Kristen Hahn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2007. 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.

Craig Taylor is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 20 years of experience within the firm. He has practiced in New York, Hong Kong, and Boulder, Colorado. For the first 12 years of his career, he worked on the municipal bond desk, transitioning to a financial advisor role nine years ago. In this capacity, he collaborates with high net worth individuals and families to support their long-term financial goals. His areas of client focus include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, sports and entertainment, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Craig holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Florida and professional designations as a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Craig is committed to the Merrill tradition of community involvement and volunteers with organizations in his local community. Outside of work, his interests include biking, hiking, music, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Luke Fox is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with business owners, executives, and families to design customized strategies that address the complexities of growing and preserving wealth. His approach incorporates insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America to help clients pursue their financial goals. Luke's expertise includes executive compensation, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He and his team focus on connecting all aspects of clients' financial lives, providing guidance on topics such as managing concentrated stock positions, balancing growth and liquidity, and preparing for major transitions like business sales or retirement. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oklahoma and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Outside of his professional work, Luke spends time fishing, golfing, hunting, skiing, and with his family. He also engages in volunteer activities within his community as part of Merrill's tradition of community participation.

Shawn Harshman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over twenty years of experience in the financial advisory field. Throughout his career, he has specialized in direct asset management, succession planning, and comprehensive wealth management. Shawn emphasizes the importance of financial confidence, which he believes is closely linked to clients' understanding of their financial wealth and life cycles. He guides clients through complex financial decisions to help them achieve their long-term goals. Shawn founded and led a successful wealth management firm for fifteen years, where he managed the strategic direction and overall financial well-being of his clients. He carries this dedication into his current role, striving to build lasting relationships centered on client success. His focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible investing, women and wealth, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Wyoming and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). A Wyoming native residing in Boulder, Shawn enjoys fly fishing, road and mountain biking, skiing, and spending time with his family.

Alexander Kaiser is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop strategies that pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on a range of topics including general investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected financial needs. Additionally, he offers access to specialists at Bank of America for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Alexander's expertise includes managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. He works one-on-one with clients to define their goals and tailor portfolio strategies designed to reach them, offering ongoing advice as clients' situations evolve. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Colorado System. A Colorado native, Alexander enjoys skiing and golfing and spends his personal time engaged in outdoor activities such as hiking, hunting, scuba diving, and skiing, as well as spending time with his family.

Frederick Heath is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals, leveraging Merrill's investment insights alongside the banking and lending resources of Bank of America. He holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Delaware. Frederick is also a member of the Phi Delta Theta professional organization. Committed to community involvement, he volunteers with organizations such as Trout Unlimited and Western Resource Advocates.

Susan Mohacey is a financial advisor with Merrill in Boulder, CO, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC and Newbridge Securities and was self-employed for ten years. Outside of finance, she works as a medical transcriptionist for Stone Network Inc. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Scott Tater is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management, where he has been with the firm since 1992. Over the years, he has held multiple roles including Director of the Greater Colorado Wealth Management Market. Scott leads a Private Wealth Team that takes a family office approach, working with clients to address complex financial needs while delivering tailored strategies and services. Scott’s expertise includes advising on concentrated and restricted stock positions, option analysis, pre- and post-liquidity event planning, tax mitigation, and customized investment management. His client focus encompasses corporate executive services, divorce transition planning, executive and equity compensation, liquidity management, new wealth management, and portfolio management. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation, as well as certifications as a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned both a Bachelor of Science in Business and a Master’s in Finance from Walsh College. Originally from Michigan, Scott developed a passion for skiing, which enhanced his move to Colorado. Outside of work, he and his family enjoy traveling, mountain biking, and skiing.

Elias Dolson is a Financial Advisor specializing in personalized wealth management strategies. He works within Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, combining investment insights from Merrill with the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to assist clients in pursuing their financial goals. With expertise in areas including college education planning, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income, Elias collaborates closely with clients to develop customized strategies tailored to their specific circumstances. Elias holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Nebraska System and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Colorado System. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional role, Elias enjoys activities such as biking, golfing, hiking, music, pickleball, running, skiing, traveling, and watching movies.

Alan Scharff is a Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor, and Senior Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he provides comprehensive wealth management and investment advisory services to individuals and multi-generational families. Alan offers a disciplined, planning-driven approach that integrates portfolio management, tax-aware investing, and long-term risk management. As a Certified Portfolio Manager (CPM) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Alan has the flexibility to design and manage customized investment strategies aligned with each client's goals, time horizon, and tax considerations. His solutions may incorporate individual securities, firm and third-party strategies, and discretionary portfolio management through Merrill's Investment Advisory Program. His advisory philosophy emphasizes thoughtful portfolio construction, diversification, and adaptability in response to evolving markets, tax laws, and client circumstances. Alan holds a High School Diploma/GED from Summit County High School. Outside of his professional commitments, he enjoys biking, cooking, fishing, hiking, scuba diving, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Tyler Mac Bride is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America N.A. since 2022 and previously gained experience at a registered investment adviser and Bank of America from 2018 to 2022. Prior to his financial services career, he was employed at Gold’s Gym and the University of North Carolina Charlotte. 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.