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Christopher M

Series 63, Series 65

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Christopher Marzella is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 1998 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2012. He focuses on developing strategies and providing advice for individuals, their families, and their businesses by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. Chris has experience in helping clients manage concentrated stock positions and addressing challenges related to significant transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or the sale of a business. He also provides access to Bank of America for clients' commercial banking and financing needs and collaborates with clients' attorneys, accountants, and other advisors on estate planning services. Chris holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a High School Diploma/GED from Baruch College. Chris resides in East Brunswick with his wife, Lisa, and their two daughters, Nicolette and Alexandra.

Concentrated stock management Business exit / sale strategy Inheritance planning General estate planning guidance Wealth management
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Theresa P

Series 63, Series 65

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Theresa Payne is a financial advisor with Merrill in East Brunswick, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has 28 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill since 1994. 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 for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Christopher R

Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Christopher Renaud is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals and companies to develop disciplined financial strategies focusing on wealth creation, preservation, and transfer. Christopher specializes in areas including college education planning, corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, defined benefit and contribution plans, legacy and philanthropic planning, portfolio management, and tax minimization. He holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Christopher earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Economics from Rutgers University. Christopher resides in Monroe, New Jersey with his wife Heather and their three children: Connor, Cole, and Charlotte. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, bowling, dancing, football, music, painting, racquetball, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Wealth management General retirement planning Retirement income strategy General tax planning Charitable giving & philanthropy
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Alexandra R

CFP®, Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Alexandra Ruszala is a CFP® professional with 10 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Merrill since 2023. Prior to joining Merrill, she worked at UBS Financial Services from 2016 to 2023. She holds a Series 66 license and is based in East Brunswick, NJ. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Madhavi G

Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Madhavi Gibbs is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2006 as well as Bank of America, N.A. 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Jason M

Series 63, Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Jason Mancini is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2014. In his role, he focuses on delivering wealth management strategies tailored to help clients pursue their financial goals through a personalized process. This approach begins with understanding clients’ priorities, followed by developing and executing customized savings and investment plans, with ongoing oversight and adjustments as needed. Jason’s professional background includes experience as a portfolio analyst and trader at a boutique investment firm in New York City. He holds a Bachelor's and a Master's Degree in Economics from Kent State University. His expertise encompasses a comprehensive four-pillar system involving assets, debt, trusts and estates, and banking solutions through Bank of America, N.A. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Residing in Westfield, New Jersey, Jason lives with his wife Amanda, their son Giuseppe, and their dog Pongo. Outside of his professional life, he enjoys running, hiking, reading, playing chess, and CrossFit. Jason maintains involvement in his community through participation with organizations such as Knights of Columbus and The Father's Heart Ministries.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Annuities Charitable giving & philanthropy Retirement income strategy
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Richard W

Series 63, Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Richard Wager is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wells Fargo Bank NA. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Daniel N

Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Daniel Nigro is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leads the TWN Wealth Management Group, which focuses on fulfilling the financial needs and goals of clients through a personalized approach. The group works collaboratively with clients and their other trusted advisors to develop consistent and practical advice, utilizing a goals-based wealth management process and customized strategies. Dan's expertise includes asset management, portfolio analysis, options strategies, and cash management. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who builds and manages personalized or defined strategies for clients, which may involve individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Dan earned his bachelor's degree from Johnson & Wales University. He has received recognition as one of On Wall Street's "Top 40 Advisors Under 40" in 2018 and has been named to Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list in 2018, 2019, and 2020.

Wealth management Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Young Professionals
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Mark V

Series 63, Series 65

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Mark Van Ness is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on developing investment strategies for high net worth individuals and business owners, providing goals-based wealth management alongside a team of specialists. Mark's work includes managing portfolios that may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Mark has been in the financial services industry since 1999 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2012. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and earned an Associate's Degree from Devry University. His client focus areas include education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and retirement income. Residing in Westfield, NJ, Mark lives with his wife, Roseann, and their two daughters, Gabriella and Sabrina. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys baseball, boating, fishing, football, traveling, sport fishing, and Italian food.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Business ownership considerations Retirement withdrawal strategies College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Founder/Business Owner Executive Established Professionals Parents Mid-Career Professionals
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Jennifer M

Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Jennifer Mack is a Series 66–licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill 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, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Michael F

Series 63, Series 65

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Michael Fama is a Senior Financial Advisor specializing in personalized wealth management strategies. He works with clients to develop flexible financial plans that align with their individual goals and adapt to changing market conditions. As part of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, Michael provides access to investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions through Bank of America. Michael holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Rider University. He is committed to working closely with clients one-on-one to help them pursue their long-term financial objectives. In addition to his professional role, Michael participates in community volunteer activities, reflecting the Merrill tradition of engaging with the communities served.

Wealth management
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Tyler D

Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Tyler Dey is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He partners with clients to build disciplined, personalized financial strategies and is part of a team that provides a concierge-style experience, assisting individuals and families with investment management, retirement planning, and long-term wealth goal navigation. Tyler also collaborates with Advisors on retirement plan administration and guidance. Prior to becoming a Financial Advisor, Tyler served as a Registered Wealth Management Client Associate. In that role, he supported portfolio operations, retirement plan administration, and daily client needs. He has been with Merrill Lynch and Bank of America since 2021 and is Series 7 and 66 FINRA registered, holding the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Tyler earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance with a focus on investment analysis from Rider University. He received several academic honors there, including the Andrew J. Rider Award and induction into Beta Gamma Sigma. He currently resides in New Egypt, New Jersey. Personal interests include baseball, football, golfing, hiking, music, and reading.

General retirement planning Wealth management Retirement withdrawal strategies Financial Professional
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Peter M

Series 63, Series 66

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Peter Meme serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in tailored wealth management and strategic financial solutions. He works with affluent individuals, fiduciaries, businesses, and endowments, providing investment advice and guidance designed to produce positive investment outcomes over the long term. Peter's approach is consultative and objective, utilizing financial planning tools such as the Personal Wealth Analysis (PWA) to align client goals with investment strategies. He leverages insights from Merrill's Chief Investment Office portfolio team and third-party managers to ensure portfolios match current Tactical Asset Allocation recommendations. In addition to individual wealth management, Peter offers comprehensive business and wealth planning services across the business lifecycle, including capital expansion, equipment purchases, site acquisitions, private business sales, and financing solutions. He collaborates with clients and their legal and tax advisors in estate planning, wealth transfer, and succession strategies. By integrating Merrill and Bank of America's resources, Peter aims to help clients grow, preserve, and transition their wealth effectively. Peter holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Economics from Rutgers University and maintains professional designations as an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is involved in community development through his participation in the Town Clock Community Development Corporation. His personal interests include basketball, boxing, football, golfing, music, reading, soccer, table tennis, and tennis.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Business ownership considerations Business exit / sale strategy Business Financial Management
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Ira G

Series 63, Series 65

East Brunswick, NJ

Merrill

Ira Gewirtz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2007 and Bank of America, N.A. 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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