Jennifer Sordyl is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients’ long-term financial goals. She works closely with clients across various focus areas including college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, and women and wealth initiatives. Jennifer employs a goals-based wealth management process to develop, implement, and review retirement planning strategies tailored to individual client needs. Jennifer joined Merrill in 2009 following her graduation from Central Michigan University, where she earned a bachelor's degree in accounting and finance. Her professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She values community involvement and volunteers with local organizations, embracing the Merrill tradition of community participation. Outside of work, Jennifer enjoys hiking, traveling, practicing yoga, and spending time with her family. She resides in downtown Detroit, where she explores the city and its dining scene.

Nicole Norris is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She guides clients through comprehensive wealth management strategies that begin with understanding their financial goals. Utilizing the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America, she assists clients in addressing various aspects of their financial lives. Nicole began her career at Merrill in 1993 after earning a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from the University of Michigan Dearborn. She holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She is also a qualified Portfolio Manager who can manage personalized strategies on a discretionary basis. In addition to her professional pursuits, Nicole is actively involved in the community, volunteering with organizations such as the Girl Scouts of Southeast Michigan. Her personal interests include antiquing, bowling, cooking, gardening, genealogy, pickleball, skiing, spending time with her family, tennis, and traveling.

Angela Linder is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Palmer Linder Group in Metro Detroit. She has more than 16 years of experience in the financial services industry, working with multi-generational, high net worth families and business owners. Angela focuses on comprehensive financial planning, including college education planning, retirement strategies, wealth management, and legacy planning, among other areas. Angela earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation from the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. in 2014 and holds an Associates in Business from Henry Ford College. She and her team emphasize a disciplined, client-centered approach that prioritizes understanding each client's unique needs and engaging families in the financial decision-making process. Angela's practice extends beyond portfolio management to helping clients preserve wealth and plan for future generations. In addition to her professional work, Angela is active in her community and volunteers with several organizations including the Rotary Club of Dearborn and In Place of War USA, focusing on creative initiatives in conflict-affected areas. Her personal interests include cooking, genealogy, music, and photography.

Eugene Valentine is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who has been serving clients since 1985. Based in the Dearborn, Michigan office, he assists individuals, corporate executives, endowments, foundations, and non-profits with strategies related to investment management, tax minimization, retirement income, and philanthropic planning. His approach emphasizes aligning financial planning with clients’ personal goals, including education funding, retirement lifestyle security, and long-term family objectives. Gene holds both a bachelor's and a master's degree from the University of Michigan and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Throughout his 38-year career, he has focused on simplifying complex investment concepts to help clients effectively manage their wealth. Outside of his professional role, Gene is active in charitable work, including seven years of involvement with the Ovarian Cancer Research Fund. He resides in Bloomfield Village, Michigan, and is a father of four children. His personal interests include cooking, music, and traveling.

Scott Holmes is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Dearborn, Michigan. Since beginning his career in the financial services industry in 2006 following his graduation from the University of Detroit Mercy with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Scott has specialized in providing tailored financial strategies to individuals, families, and business owners. He focuses on a goals-based wealth management approach, utilizing a disciplined process to develop investment strategies that manage risk while addressing clients’ unique circumstances. Scott is qualified as a Senior Portfolio Advisor and works with a team to coordinate comprehensive financial services that include portfolio management, retirement planning, and business strategies. Scott’s expertise encompasses education planning, family wealth management, liquidity management, retirement income, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. He also collaborates with other professionals, including tax advisors, attorneys, insurance specialists, and a Wealth Management Lending Officer from Bank of America, N.A., to provide clients with a full range of financial solutions such as estate planning and home financing guidance. Scott is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and holds NMLS ID 1332821. In addition to his professional commitments, Scott is involved in his community through Kiwanis International, specifically participating in the Kiwanis Club of Shorewood. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, golfing, hiking, music, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Michael Collins is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since 2006, he has provided customized wealth management advice, focusing on understanding his clients’ individual priorities and delivering strategies that adapt to changing market conditions. His practice areas include college and education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement income, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Eli Broad College of Business at Michigan State University. His professional designations include CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Michael resides in the Grosse Pointe area with his wife and three sons. He participates in community volunteer work consistent with Merrill’s tradition of community involvement. Outside of work, he enjoys golfing and spending time with his family.

Anthony Kallabat serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leverages over 15 years of experience in financial advising, having worked with both institutional and personal clients across banks and brokerage houses. His approach involves understanding clients' individual circumstances and goals to develop personalized financial strategies. Anthony holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation from the Investments & Wealth Institute at the Wharton School of Business and has the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Davenport University. Anthony specializes in areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. He is recognized for combining his analytical skills with a client-focused approach to build customized portfolios tailored to individual needs and risk tolerances. Residing in Grosse Pointe Woods with his wife Vicky and their three children, Ben, Sophia, and Cole, Anthony is active in his community. He serves as a board member of the St. John Hospital Foundation and chairs the St. John Guild Golf Outing. His personal interests include cooking, golfing, ice hockey, music, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Christopher Mizzi is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients develop comprehensive wealth plans that address their expenses, income, objectives, risk, and risk tolerance. He assists in implementing these plans by analyzing market conditions, investments, and related data to create strategies aimed at meeting clients' long-term financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Arizona State University and a Master's Degree from the University of Detroit. Christopher has earned the professional designations of Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to his professional work, he participates in community service through volunteer efforts with local organizations.

Tanner Hamilton is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he serves clients as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. Tanner collaborates closely with clients to understand their financial goals and develop strategies for short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. He offers guidance on a range of topics including investing, retirement planning, and financial preparedness, and facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for additional banking, credit, home financing, and small business services. Tanner's areas of expertise include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He holds the designations of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP). Tanner earned a Bachelor's Degree from Michigan State University and is involved with the Infinite Multisport Triathlon Club. He also participates in community activities with Common Ground. In his personal time, Tanner engages in biking, golfing, hiking, music, running, soccer, swimming, and traveling. His approach to financial advising emphasizes understanding clients' priorities to create tailored strategies that adapt as their needs evolve.

Sidney Thompson is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, Thompson held positions in education and retail, including roles at Wayne State University, Macomb Community College, and Target. 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 institutional investors.

Anthony Grose serves as Senior Resident Director at Merrill, where he leads a practice centered on accountability, empathy, and trust. He works with clients to develop personalized financial strategies focused on wealth planning and cash flow management. His approach is grounded in understanding each client’s full financial picture and adapting strategies to evolving market conditions. Anthony specializes in serving endowments, foundations, and non-profits, as well as providing legacy planning, retirement income planning, tax minimization, portfolio management, and support for clients managing new wealth. Anthony holds a Bachelor's and a Master's degree from the University of Michigan System. He has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) and Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA) designations, along with the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) credential. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Anthony follows Merrill’s tradition of community involvement and dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, his interests include cooking, football, reading, running marathons, and soccer.

Brock Becker is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 2003, he has focused on helping clients and their families develop goal-oriented strategies tailored to their personal and financial objectives. His areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and retirement income. Brock holds a bachelor's degree from Madonna University and holds several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He follows Merrill’s tradition of community engagement, volunteering with local organizations. Outside of his professional work, Brock enjoys biking, golfing, and soccer, and he and his family actively participate in soccer through playing, coaching, and volunteering.

Shane Moran is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2025 after spending four years at a national accounting firm, where he developed strong client service and relationship-building skills. Shane focuses on Divorce Transition Planning, Family Wealth Management Strategies, and Legacy Planning, assisting individuals and families in achieving their financial goals through personalized strategies and tactical guidance. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Accounting from Michigan State University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Prior to this, he attended Henry Ford College and Schoolcraft College without completing a degree, and graduated from Dearborn High School. Shane's experience includes a background in college basketball, reflecting his competitive spirit. Originally from Dearborn and now residing in Wyandotte, Shane is engaged in his local community as a member of his church. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys various sports such as basketball, golf, baseball, and football, along with cooking, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his wife, Tess.

Leonard Ligotti Jr. is a financial advisor at Merrill with 30 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill 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, offering both model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Damali Hall Mc Guire is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. Her prior experience includes roles at Morgan Stanley and Bank of America, N.A. 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.

Marilyn Woodman is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 1985, she has developed extensive experience in retirement and investment planning, guiding clients through a comprehensive process that includes evaluating current financial situations, setting goals, assessing risk tolerance, and creating personalized strategies to support their long-term lifestyle objectives. Marilyn is licensed in insurance and can offer clients access to a full range of insurance and annuity products when appropriate. Her client focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. Marilyn holds a Bachelor's degree in Business from Michigan State University and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Marilyn is actively involved in her community through volunteering and maintains a strong personal commitment to her family. She resides in Canton with her husband, Ken, and dedicates much of her time outside of work to supporting her three grown children and six grandchildren. Her personal interests include cooking, swimming, traveling, and spending time with family.

Thomas Folino is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2005 and Bank of America since 2009. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Jenna Peth is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dearborn, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and having 10 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2014 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. 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 institutional accounts.

Jaue Hwa Huang is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career at Merrill in 1991 and serves clients across 26 states, including national and global companies, small and medium-sized businesses, as well as individuals. Her approach to wealth management focuses on listening to clients' needs and developing personalized financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. Utilizing investment insights from Merrill and banking services from Bank of America, she addresses various aspects of clients' financial lives. Jaue Hwa holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Clemson University and master's degrees from Rutgers University and Central Michigan University. She has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). In addition to her professional work, Jaue Hwa is involved in community service, serving on the boards of the Dearborn Symphony Orchestra and the Salvation Army Great Lakes Division Executive and Advisory Boards. Her personal interests include music, spending time with family, and traveling.

Clifton Pope II serves as a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates with clients to understand their individual financial priorities and develop strategies aimed at pursuing their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. Clifton provides guidance across areas such as general investing, retirement planning, and unexpected expenses, while also connecting clients with Bank of America specialists for services like banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. With a focus on personalized service, Clifton helps clients manage competing financial demands by defining goals and designing portfolio strategies to meet them. He offers ongoing advice and adjusts strategies as clients’ needs evolve. Clifton holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his bachelor's degree from Central Michigan University. He is affiliated with the Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity Inc.

Brian Maxson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in the financial industry on October 19, 1987, the date of the stock market crash, which influenced his approach to understanding market fundamentals and helping clients avoid emotional decision-making. Brian's expertise includes advising ambitious clients such as automotive, medical, and private equity executives, engineers, business owners, attorneys, and physicians. He focuses on structuring practical, tactical, and timely strategies for areas including retirement planning, portfolio management, legacy planning, and family wealth management strategies. Brian also serves as a Portfolio Manager, managing discretionary Personalized or Defined Strategies that may consist of individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Finance from Eastern Michigan University and has earned several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional work, Brian supports organizations such as the Junior Diabetes Research Foundation, American Diabetes Foundation, Faustman Labs, Eversight, The Humane Society, and his alma mater. He enjoys antiquing, golfing, music, and spending time with his family.

Matthew Palmer II is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dearborn, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. 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.

Michelle Pumer is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 20 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1996 and is also affiliated with Bank of America, NA since 2009. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as president of her local neighborhood association, organizing meetings with city representatives and community members. 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 to individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Ian Mc Guire is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works closely with clients to develop personalized strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. He provides guidance on various aspects of investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events, while also facilitating access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Ian's areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Olivet Nazarene University. Outside of his professional work, Ian is involved in the Northline Church community. His personal interests include billiards, bowling, chess, music, painting, reading, spending time with his family, and swimming.

Steven Schweickart is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads a team that manages the finances of individuals, families, and business owners throughout Southeastern Michigan and across the United States. Steven provides personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients’ unique financial goals and changing market conditions. He helps clients consider factors such as risk tolerance, time horizon, and liquidity needs in developing their financial plans. Steven specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. He and his team build, implement, and review investment strategies, collaborating with specialists when clients require more complex expertise. Steven is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and holds a Bachelor's degree from Michigan State University. Outside of his professional work, Steven is involved with the Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy. His personal interests include hiking, reading, spending time with his family, playing tennis, and traveling.