Courtney Hyatte is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding the Series 66 designation and beginning their career in 2025. Prior to joining Merrill, Hyatte spent 27 years at Bank of America and also worked at Certainty Home Lending. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tri Nguyen is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 20 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2006 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Pamela Gruver Adams is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been serving clients since 1995. She is a partner of the Gruver Adams Jenkinson Group and specializes in advising high net worth families, business owners, physicians, retirees, and female investors. Pamela's approach involves a thorough and personalized discovery process, focusing on retirement planning, tax minimization, asset preservation, growth maximization, and wealth transfer. Pamela holds several professional credentials, including the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA®) designation, Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is a graduate of American University and has also studied at The Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania and the London School of Economics. Her expertise encompasses areas such as divorce transition planning, liquidity management, portfolio management, small business strategies, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. In her personal life, Pamela is active with Success in Style, an organization supporting women pursuing employment. She enjoys biking, genealogy, hiking, reading, skiing, and spending time with her family. Pamela lives in Clarksville, Maryland, with her husband, Brian Baumgardner, and their family.

Thomas Burke is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in holistic wealth management, creating tailored investment portfolios and financial plans based on each client's unique needs. His client base includes business owners and corporate executives, for whom he develops strategies to accumulate wealth and transition that wealth into retirement income. Beyond investment management, he also addresses estate planning and insurance considerations to prepare clients for various scenarios. Thomas provides ongoing advice to local families, business owners, and retirees, focusing on growing and preserving wealth efficiently. His areas of expertise include college education planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. His approach involves one-on-one collaboration to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with individual long-term goals. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Salisbury University and carries the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Thomas enjoys basketball, boating, football, golfing, and skiing.

Amber Rizer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2015. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stephen Jozwick is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. His work history includes roles at OneMain Financial and Bank of America. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Parul Verma is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2019, having previously worked at Commerce Bank and Capital One Bank. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily 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 institutional investors.

Stephen Hlibok is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his career in 1987, he has concentrated on developing wealth management strategies tailored to individual client needs. Stephen’s expertise encompasses services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, socially responsible and values-based investing, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. A key focus of his practice is serving deaf investors, offering direct communication in American Sign Language without third-party interpretation to ensure clear understanding of opportunities, risk tolerance, and investment tax efficiency. Stephen holds a Master’s degree in Vocational Rehabilitation from New York University and a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Gallaudet University. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is affiliated with the National Association of the Deaf and the Gallaudet University Alumni Association. His work advancing financial services for the deaf community has received national media coverage. Outside of his professional role, Stephen is involved with the United States Deaf Ski and Snowboard Association and enjoys outdoor activities such as skiing, biking, hiking, boating, fishing, genealogy, and traveling.

John Foard is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving as a Financial Advisor since 1994, joining Merrill Lynch in 2002 after previous roles at First Union/Wachovia and Edward Jones. John holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. John specializes in portfolio management and asset allocation, designing customized investment portfolios that align with each client's unique preferences, timelines, cash-flow needs, and risk tolerance. He works closely with clients to identify their financial goals and needs, applying a disciplined investment methodology to help families advance their financial well-being through informed advice and tailored wealth strategies. He earned his high school diploma from Severn School and a bachelor's degree from Franklin & Marshall College. John is actively involved in his community, serving as the President of the Woodbridge Forest Homeowners Association and as an usher at Severna Park United Methodist Church. He lives in Severna Park with his wife Mary and their twin daughters. In his free time, John enjoys boating, golfing, gardening, landscaping, and outdoor grilling.

Matthew Hodgson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch since 2016. 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.

Gavin Jenkinson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill Lynch in 2010 after earning a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the Martin J. Whitman School of Management at Syracuse University. Gavin holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is also a qualified Portfolio Manager and holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations, along with the Maryland Life and Health Insurance License. His areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. In his personal life, Gavin enjoys spending time with his wife Michaela and their two sons, Noah and Luke. He has a background in athletics, having been a member of the Syracuse Lacrosse Team. In his free time, he enjoys coaching lacrosse and playing golf.

Richard Rieman III is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Columbia, MD. He focuses on understanding each client's full financial picture to develop personalized strategies that adapt to changing market conditions. Richard provides access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America, supporting clients in areas such as retirement planning, portfolio management, and education planning. With expertise in college education planning, family wealth management, liquidity management, socially responsible investing, and retirement income, Richard serves as a comprehensive resource for his clients' financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Baltimore and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Richard is involved in the community through volunteer work with the Maryland SPCA. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys basketball, cooking, golfing, hiking, reading, running, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Juliette Smith is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, with 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999. 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.

Peter Pitrelli is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A. and Roseville Wealth Management Group powered by Ameriprise. Outside of finance, he has worked at Bergen Pickleball Zone and attended Elizabethtown College. 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 designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Blair Hill serves as the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill. He joined Merrill in 2000 and advises affluent families and individuals, including professionals, business executives, and entrepreneurs, on a wide range of wealth management needs. His expertise includes retirement income planning, gifting and estate planning services, concentrated stock strategies, private business succession and transition planning, and personal investment strategy. As a qualified Portfolio Manager, Blair manages personalized and defined strategies which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies, sometimes on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. Blair holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Maryland at College Park. He has earned professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside his professional work, Blair is actively involved in his community, participating in organizations such as the Clarksville Rotary Club, Howard County Fair Association, Maryland 4-H Foundation, and the Ulman Cancer Fund for Young Adults. He is married to his wife Megan for over 25 years, with whom he has two children. The family lives on a working farm where they raise beef cattle alongside crops including wheat, soybeans, corn, and hay. When not assisting clients, Blair spends time outdoors on the farm, watching his children play lacrosse, and pursuing personal interests such as adventure sports, biking, camping, gardening, hiking, running, skiing, and surfing.

Jesus Rodriguez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at First Command Insurance Services and the National Security Agency. Outside of finance, he owns and operates Innovative Sprocket LLC, a business selling vehicle accessory products. 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, high-net-worth investors, pension plans, corporations, and charities.

Geoffrey Mcclenney is a Wealth Management Advisor with 12 years of experience, currently affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in delivering a comprehensive, client-centered approach to wealth management that focuses on understanding clients’ financial situations and personal priorities. Geoffrey helps develop customized strategies that are adaptable to changing client needs and market conditions, leveraging investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions from Bank of America. His areas of expertise include services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, and retirement income planning. Geoffrey holds a Bachelor's degree and a Master's degree from the University of Baltimore. He is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He follows the Merrill tradition of community participation and spends time volunteering with local organizations. Outside of his professional activities, Geoffrey has interests in basketball, chess, and traveling.

Kathryn Badger is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career in financial services after graduating from Boston College, initially working at New England Securities in Boston before joining Merrill in Washington, D.C., in 1990. With over 30 years of experience, Kathryn serves a diverse client base including associations, corporations, business owners, athletes, and entertainers, focusing on designing customized strategies for wealth creation, management, and distribution, particularly retirement income planning. Kathryn holds multiple professional designations such as Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™ (SE-AWMA™), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P®), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA™), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™). She emphasizes an educational approach to wealth management, tailoring strategies to individual client needs and leading a team committed to client care. In addition to her professional work, Kathryn is actively involved in community organizations including Jack and Jill of America, Incorporated, and The Cottagers, Inc. of Martha’s Vineyard. She enjoys spending time with her family, attending her children's sports events, cooking, playing tennis, and traveling.

Keilan Mathews is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Suhaydi N Reyes is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She previously worked at Bank of America from 2016 to 2022 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.

David Stewart is a Series 66-credentialed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Columbia, MD. He has 4 years of industry experience and has worked at Bank of America and DoorDash since 2021. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Rithwik Basavaraju is a financial advisor at Merrill holding a Series 66 designation. He has one year of industry experience and has previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., Archesys, and participated in advisory roles including the Summer Camp Advising Team. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leandro Conti is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD. He holds a Series 66 designation and has one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, he worked in education and sports organizations, including the Howard County Public School System and the Soccer Association of Columbia. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts.

Simone Alston is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with a team of experienced advisors to provide comprehensive financial strategies tailored to clients' evolving needs. Her focus is on helping women, families, and high net worth millennials navigate key financial decisions and build long-term wealth through goal-based planning. Her expertise spans retirement income planning, tax-aware investment strategies, education funding, estate and legacy planning, and managing wealth during career transitions. Simone emphasizes clarity and emotional discipline in financial decision-making, supporting clients in making informed choices amid changing circumstances. Simone holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University System of Maryland and holds professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She is involved with professional and community organizations such as Braven, University of Maryland Alumni Association, and Jersey Cares. Simone is bilingual in English and Spanish and lives in Maryland with her husband and two children.

Mark Sauder is a Wealth Management Advisor and First Vice President with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Columbia, Maryland. He has over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, focusing his practice on providing advanced planning services for entrepreneurs and business owners. His expertise includes working closely with clients' tax and legal advisors to alleviate risk, execute tax strategies, and organize trust and estate structures. Mark offers a variety of services, including access to Bank of America cash management, lending, trust and estate services, retirement planning, investment strategies, and succession planning. His approach helps clients manage daily business cash flow needs, protect their companies and employees, and plan for wealth transfer and business succession. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and a member of several professional organizations, including the Baltimore Estate Planning Council, Exit Planning Exchange, Howard County Estate Planning Council, Maryland Association Corporate Growth, and Maryland Association of Certified Public Accountants. He holds a bachelor's degree from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and attended the Milton Hershey School. Outside of his professional work, Mark has personal interests in cooking, golfing, and reading. His philosophy emphasizes connecting life and finances to carve a clear path forward for clients pursuing their goals.

Joshua Schwartz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2006 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. Schwartz serves as a power of attorney in fiduciary roles for family members. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stacy Connor is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she works directly with clients to understand their current financial situations and introduce them to solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. Stacy aims to empower clients with the knowledge and tools to manage their financial lives effectively. She holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation, highlighting her commitment to professional standards in financial advising. Stacy earned her Bachelor's Degree from North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University and a Master's Degree from the University of Maryland Global Campus. Stacy's approach involves helping clients identify what matters most to them and their families in order to develop strategies aligned with their financial goals.

Adam Desimone is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, based in Columbia, MD, and has nine years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Stone Street Capital and Bank of America, N.A. since 2020. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Deepa Mathur is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2016 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. 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.

Celina Abouzeid is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of experience at the firm and holds a Series 66 designation. She is based in Columbia, MD. Merrill, in conjunction 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, pensions, profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Curran Verma is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Columbia, Maryland. He holds FINRA SIE, Series 7, and Series 66 registrations and earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation in 2025. Curran combines a background in psychology from the University of Delaware with his professional credentials to provide personalized wealth management, retirement, and investment strategies. Before his financial services career, Curran competed professionally on the ITF Futures tennis circuit and founded Premier Performance Institute, a tennis and fitness coaching business in Palm Beach County, Florida. These experiences contributed to the discipline, resilience, and strategic mindset that he applies when working with clients. His focus areas include family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, and tax minimization. Curran emphasizes building long-term client relationships and helping individuals and families make informed financial decisions tailored to their goals. He integrates his analytical skills with a client-centered approach to support ongoing portfolio management and financial planning.

Hooman Hafezisoleyman Zadeh is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill 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, and various organizational investors.

Kaktrale Austin is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he provides tailored advice and guidance to individuals, families, and nonprofit organizations, helping them understand and manage multiple aspects of their financial lives. Kaktrale employs a personalized approach that involves understanding the unique characteristics and priorities of each client to develop customized financial strategies. He has experience in developing retirement strategies that consider cash-flow needs, investment preferences, and distribution requirements, and he is knowledgeable about various retirement vehicles. Kaktrale assists clients with income preservation, tax-sensitive investment management, defined benefit analysis, life insurance, business succession planning, and long-term care insurance. Additionally, he works with religious organizations and other nonprofits, helping them establish disciplined and transparent investment programs to support their stability and mission. Kaktrale holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte and possesses several professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He participates in community service, volunteering with organizations such as the American Red Cross, Make A Wish Foundation, Special Olympics, Toys For Tots, United Way, and the V Foundation For Cancer Research. In his personal time, he enjoys chess, golfing, swimming, watching movies, and spending time with his family.

Gavin Derro is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked for PW Media for twelve 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Leah Ruffner is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2007, totaling over 16 years in various roles within the firm. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Chris Cunningham is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and serves as the Senior Resident Director of the Columbia, MD office. He has been assisting clients with disciplined investment and retirement planning since 1987. His work primarily focuses on corporate executives, business owners, and affluent families, providing personalized investment advice and guidance to balance their future needs with their current lifestyles. Chris's expertise encompasses a range of wealth management areas including corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and individual and corporate investment strategy. He also specializes in advanced planning such as pre- and post-IPO planning for executives, concentrated stock strategies, tax minimization, estate planning, private business succession, and planning for monetization and liquidity events. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business from Mount Saint Mary's College and holds professional designations including Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Chris resides in Glenwood, Maryland with his wife, Kathy, and their five children. Outside of his professional responsibilities, he enjoys golfing, sailing, tennis, and spending time with his family. He also supports various charitable endeavors.

Kara Fox is a financial advisor with Merrill in Columbia, MD, holding a Series 66 credential and 12 years of industry experience. She has worked at U.S. Trust Bank of America since 2014. Outside of her advisory role, she holds a power of attorney position for a separate entity. 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Sean Rippen is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, a role he has held since joining the firm in 2006. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides clients with tailored wealth management plans designed to achieve their long-term financial objectives. Sean builds and manages personalized or defined strategies that may include individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Through Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, he manages client strategies on a discretionary basis. Sean holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®) certification awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., as well as the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute™. He also holds FINRA Series 7, 66, and 31 securities registrations and a State of Maryland insurance license. Sean earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Maryland's Scholars Program in College Park. His client focus areas include college education planning, executive compensation, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional pursuits, Sean enjoys playing piano and guitar, physical fitness, golf, woodworking, and spending time with his family. He resides in Brookeville, Maryland, with his wife Christine and their two sons, Beau and Austin.

Willie Tate is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in guiding millionaires and high net worth families through the accumulation, growth, and preservation of their financial assets. His areas of expertise include retirement planning, estate and legacy planning, tax efficiency, college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, and philanthropic planning among others. Willie holds professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Georgetown University and an MBA from the University System of Maryland. Willie is proficient in English and French and engages with several professional organizations such as Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Inc., Georgetown University Alumni Association Black Alumni Council, and the Urban Financial Services Coalition. Outside of his professional work, Willie participates in community involvement with organizations including Good Shepherd Housing and Family Services Inc., Leveling The Playing Field, and Northern Virginia Football Officials Association. His personal interests include basketball, chess, football, golfing, singing, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Nicole Mc Donald is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She partners with individuals, families, and organizations to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing long-term goals by aligning money with clients' values and aspirations. Nicole's experience includes a background in the hospitality industry, which contributes to her focus on listening and delivering tailored financial guidance. She provides support in areas such as retirement planning, wealth preservation, liquidity management, portfolio management services, and financial strategies for business owners and mission-driven organizations. Nicole holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Howard University and is involved in community service through the Howard University Alumni Club and the Phi Sigma Chapter of Sigma Gamma Rho Sorority, Inc. Nicole's personal interests include basketball, hiking, music, photography, spending time with family, and traveling.

Connor Flynn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2017, following two years at Axa Advisors, LLC. 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.

Joshua Fredricks is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in supporting corporate executives, business owners, and affluent families. He brings over 25 years of experience focused on asset and liability management to assist clients in planning for and achieving personal financial goals through collaborative relationships. Josh's expertise encompasses corporate executive services, executive and equity compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy and philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and personal retirement planning. He is part of The Cunningham/Fredricks/Otten Group, which offers comprehensive services including investment and retirement planning, pre- and post-IPO planning, concentrated stock strategies, and private business succession and transition planning. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Small Business Management from the University of Colorado Boulder and has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor designation. Joshua has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for multiple consecutive years. His personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, music, spending time with family, tennis, and traveling.

Joshua Berry is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He emphasizes a holistic wealth management approach that begins with understanding each client’s unique financial situation and values. Joshua develops personalized strategies designed to adapt to changing needs and market conditions, leveraging Merrill's investment insights and the banking capabilities of Bank of America. Joshua holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University. He is actively involved in his community, volunteering with local youth organizations such as Hilltop Elementary School. Outside of work, Joshua enjoys fishing, football, and spending time with his family.

Celvin Reyes Ramos is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, N.A., Merrill, PNC Bank, and PCC Wireless. 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Amr Rawi is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Morgan Stanley and Bank of America. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.