Michael Miranda is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at HSBC Securities (USA) Inc. and HSBC Bank USA National Association from 2017 to 2021, as well as at Miura Capital LLC and Murex Capital LLC. He also spent two decades affiliated with FLA International University. 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 institutional investors.

Lynnette Fernandez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999. Outside of her advisory role, she is an authorized member and managing partner of limited liability companies involved in rental property management in Florida. 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.

Serre Murphy is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 34 years of experience in wealth management and banking. Based in Coral Gables, he works closely with clients in Coral Gables, Miami, and greater Miami-Dade County, focusing on areas such as Divorce Transition Planning, Managing New Wealth, and Portfolio Management Services. He collaborates with a team of advisors and client associates to provide comprehensive and continuous relationship building. Mr. Murphy holds a Bachelor's Degree from Lake Forest College and an MBA from the University of Miami. He 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). Throughout his career, he has worked with firms such as The Bank of New York, NeubergerBerman, Charles Schwab & Co., Inc., and The Northern Trust Company. Outside of his professional work, Mr. Murphy is involved with the community organization Breakthrough Miami and is a member of professional organizations including the Coconut Grove Sailing Club, Knickerbocker Club, and Riviera Country Club. He enjoys activities such as baseball, billiards, bowling, camping, golfing, hiking, reading, skiing, table tennis, and woodworking.

Cassandra Henning is a Wealth Management Advisor with the Simmons Adessi Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career at Merrill Lynch shortly after graduating from Georgetown University's McDonough School of Business, and she currently serves clients in areas such as managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and women and wealth. Cassandra focuses on understanding each client's personal and financial priorities to address both near-term needs and long-term objectives like retirement planning and wealth transfer. She uses resources from Merrill and Bank of America to develop tailored strategies, including investment management, retirement planning, trust and estate planning services, cash flow analysis, charitable giving, and education funding. Cassandra is particularly committed to working with next-generation clients to help them navigate the complexities of wealth and build a strong financial foundation. Her credentials include passing the FINRA SIE Examination (May 2023), the Series 7 and Series 66 Qualification Examinations (August 2023), holding a Florida Life, Health & Variable Annuity Insurance License (issued June 2025), and earning the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification (August 2026). Cassandra is affiliated with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her personal time, she enjoys football, hiking, music, reading, running, tennis, and traveling.

Luis Caceres Sosa is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in helping individuals and families with education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Luis holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from Florida State University and a Master of Science in Finance with a concentration in Investments from Florida International University. He holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations as well as a Florida 2-15 license for Life, Health, and Variable Annuities. Luis is also a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and a member of the Phi Sigma Theta National Honor Society. He follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement and volunteers with local organizations. Outside of work, Luis enjoys basketball, biking, boating, camping, football, music, running, soccer, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Anthony Scicchitano is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2011. He began his career in the financial services industry in 2005, initially working as an Analyst with an asset management firm specializing in fixed income products. Anthony holds multiple professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA). He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional financial advice and manages personalized investment strategies, potentially incorporating individual stocks and bonds, model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Anthony's expertise includes family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He is known for a proactive and client-centric approach, emphasizing clear explanation of the risks, costs, and benefits of each recommended strategy to help clients make informed decisions. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Florida International University, where he double majored in finance and management information systems. Anthony is fluent in English and Spanish. He resides in the Miami area with his wife, Christina, and their two sons. Outside of work, he enjoys adventure sports, golfing, soccer, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

John Molkentin Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in Miami, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 registrations and bringing 38 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2013. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a general partner and managing member of a limited liability company and holds a power of attorney position for a fiduciary entity. 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.

John Molkentin III is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked throughout his career with Bank of America and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as an advisory board member for the Miami Gator Club and is involved with the stewardship committee at Galilee Baptist Church. 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 both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stacy Janney is a financial advisor with Merrill in Miami, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 36 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1987. Janney has served as a panel member for the New York Stock Exchange Hearing Board, adjudicating disciplinary matters for NYSE Regulation. 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.

Joseph Beaton is a financial advisor with Merrill in Miami, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 16 years of industry experience. He has been with Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce Fenner & Smith Incorporated 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Charu Narain is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing customized financial strategies to corporate executives, professionals, and business owners. With over 20 years of experience at Merrill Lynch and a prior international banking career in India, Singapore, and South Korea, Charu brings a global perspective to wealth management. She focuses on areas including education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, and socially responsible investing. Charu holds multiple professional certifications, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®). She earned an undergraduate degree in Economics from St. Stephens College in Delhi University and a postgraduate degree in Management from the Indian Institute of Management. Fluent in English, Hindi, and Spanish, Charu leverages her analytical skills and extensive experience to help clients develop and implement financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals. In addition to her professional work, Charu is involved in the community through her service on the Executive Committee of the Women United Group of the United Way of Miami Dade. She is committed to supporting women's organizations and advancing professional opportunities for women. Her personal interests include music, swimming, traveling, and spending time with family.

Darrell Smith is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in creating personalized wealth management strategies that are adaptable to changing market conditions. Darrell integrates the investment insights of Merrill with the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to help clients pursue their financial goals. He holds professional designations as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and a Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). Darrell earned a Bachelor's Degree from Regis University and holds Master's Degrees from Governors State University and Texas A&M University System. Committed to building strong client relationships, he applies his knowledge and experience to assist individuals and families in making important financial decisions. Darrell supports the tradition of community involvement upheld by Merrill and dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations.

Nicholas Simmons is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been focusing on all aspects of wealth management since 2014. He works with individuals, families, and businesses to help grow, preserve, and pass along their assets. Nick is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional advice and guidance and builds and manages personalized or defined investment strategies, which may include individual stocks, bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He may also manage these strategies on a discretionary basis through the Firm’s Investment Advisory Program. Nicholas holds several professional designations including the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) designation sponsored by the Investments & Wealth Institute at the Wharton School of Business, the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) credential, Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Florida International University. His client focus includes family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of work, Nicholas's interests include baseball, football, golfing, and skiing.

Carlos Torre is an International Private Wealth Manager with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been since 1994. He holds multiple FINRA registrations, including series 7, 31, 65, 63, 10, and 9, and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) certification. Carlos has over 20 years of experience at Merrill, during which he served as Senior Resident Director - International, overseeing the Miami at The Falls office for 10 years. He was named to the Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors list from 2018 through 2026 and was awarded the Merrill Title of Managing Director in 2022. Carlos earned his Bachelor's degree in Business Administration from the University of Miami and an MBA from Northeastern University. He is a qualified Portfolio Advisor capable of recommending individual or combined investment strategies, funds, or portfolios, including Merrill or approved third-party managers' options. His practice focuses on serving families by integrating investment advisory, estate planning services, complex cross-border wealth planning, retirement planning, banking services, and liability management. Fluent in English and Spanish, Carlos is involved in his community as a Boy Scouts of America troop leader and serves on the board for the House of Hope for Costa Rican Children. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, cooking, golfing, scuba diving, and spending time with his family.

Javier Aviles is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he develops personalized financial strategies designed to address clients’ individual goals and changing market conditions. Javier provides access to Merrill’s investment insights along with the banking and lending solutions from Bank of America, assisting clients with comprehensive wealth management. His areas of focus include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, institutional investment consulting, services for defined benefit and defined contribution plans, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Javier holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from Florida International University. Fluent in both Spanish and English, he supports a broad client base. Outside of his professional work, Javier is involved in community volunteering aligned with Merrill’s tradition of service. He enjoys biking, running, and spending time with his family.

Sherenne Chin Quee is a Team Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and completed the Accredited Certificate Program from Sheridan Technical College. Before her career in wealth management, Sherenne spent over a decade working in supply chain management, focusing on inventory control and collaborating with leadership to improve operational processes. This experience has contributed to her detailed and straightforward approach to financial advising. Sherenne places emphasis on understanding clients' priorities, risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs, and goals to create personalized investment strategies. She values clear communication and ensures clients are fully informed about recommendations and options. Outside of work, Sherenne enjoys fishing, gardening, knitting and crocheting, and running.

Steven Adessi is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 30 years of experience. Throughout his career at Merrill Lynch, he has focused on helping clients pursue their financial goals by developing personalized wealth management strategies. Steven works to simplify the complexities of investing while addressing clients' unique perspectives and priorities. His expertise includes guiding professionals and business owners in diversifying concentrated wealth holdings and mitigating tax exposure. Steven and his team provide advanced services such as tax mitigation strategies, financial modeling with Personal Wealth Analysis™, access to alternative asset classes, cash flow management, stock option and RSU planning, and philanthropic planning. His client focus areas include college education planning, liquidity management, individual and corporate investment strategy, retirement income, and tax minimization. Steven holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Miami and the professional designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he enjoys biking, billiards, golfing, hiking, horseback riding, and traveling.

Denise Chin Quee is an International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with her clients to understand their needs and investment goals, building a strong financial foundation that helps grow and protect their livelihood. Denise is committed to providing transparent and straightforward guidance across all areas of her clients' financial lives, and she emphasizes building long-lasting relationships. With over two decades of experience, Denise specializes in creating and developing financial strategies through various market conditions, including recessions, rising and falling rates, and both bull and bear markets. Her expertise includes divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible investing, tax minimization, retirement income, and advising women and clients in sports and entertainment. Denise holds several professional designations, including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). She attended the University of Miami and Broward Community College without earning a degree and holds a High School Diploma from Cooper City High School. Denise participates in community organizations such as the Chinese Cultural Association and the Jamaican Dental Mission. Her personal interests include fishing, gardening, music, and running.

Joel Bambino is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Monica Knudson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Merrill since 2015 and has also been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Maria Traina is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she operates a sole proprietorship as a real estate agent for transactions involving herself and her immediate family. 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Alfonso Jimenez is an International Wealth Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 2001 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2011. Alfonso holds FINRA Series 7 and 66 registrations as well as the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation. He is also a qualified Portfolio Advisor, enabling him to recommend individual or combined investment strategies from Merrill or approved third-party managers. Alfonso’s approach to wealth management focuses on understanding each client’s family, financial situation, and priorities to create customized plans that adapt as needs and market conditions evolve. His client focus areas include education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, and retirement income. Before his career in financial advising, Alfonso worked in residential mortgage financing. He earned a Bachelor's degree from Florida State University. Committed to community involvement, Alfonso serves on the Finance Committee at St. Hugh Catholic Church and School, participates in Habitat for Humanity, and engages in local parish ministries. Originally from Florida, he resides in Coral Gables with his wife and two sons.

Kira Williams is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Bielfield Moskowits Group. She holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Miami and an MBA in Finance and Strategy from Vanderbilt University. Kira is a second-generation advisor and possesses professional designations including Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She also holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations. Her expertise encompasses a range of client focus areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income strategies, with a special emphasis on women and wealth. Kira works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies to help them build wealth, create lifetime income streams, and navigate stock market volatility. Outside of her professional role, Kira enjoys gardening, music, swimming, and spending time with her family. She approaches her work with the philosophy of collaborating one-on-one with clients to pursue their long-term financial goals and objectives.

Bryan E. Moskowits serves as a Senior Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been since 2007. He leads a wealth management team with a focus on retirement and investment planning, wealth management, and client service. Bryan specializes in retirement planning and estate strategies, concentrating on retirement analysis and portfolio operations. He collaborates with clients' legal and tax advisers to develop estate and tax minimization strategies, working with clients who seek customized strategies and long-term trusted relationships. Bryan has been active in the financial services industry since 2003, including prior roles as a financial consultant with Wachovia Securities in Coral Gables, Florida, and as Head Pension Administrator at Florida Pensions, LLC in Miami, Florida. He earned a Bachelor's degree in finance with a minor in economics from Florida State University. Bryan holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS®) and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC™) designations, as well as Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations, life, health, and variable annuity licenses. Additionally, he maintains a license to assist clients with home financing and lending through Bank of America (NMLS #522233). As a qualified Portfolio Manager, Bryan helps clients pursue their objectives by building and managing personalized or defined investment strategies. These strategies may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies, some of which are managed on a discretionary basis through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. He focuses on client areas including corporate benefits, divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Outside of his professional work, Bryan has personal interests in basketball, football, music, photography, reading, running, spending time with family, swimming, traveling, and watching movies.

Sofia Aviles is a Team Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping individuals and families navigate their unique financial journeys by connecting all aspects of their financial life to prioritize and pursue the goals that matter most to them. Sofia utilizes Merrill's wealth planning approach to assist clients in identifying and working toward their financial objectives. Her expertise includes addressing financial challenges such as retirement income planning and educational funding. Sofia is committed to understanding clients' family situations, concerns, and priorities in order to provide insight into potential opportunities and strategies. She serves as a guide and educator to clients and their families, helping them understand the planning process, market operations, and creating personalized financial strategies designed to grow and preserve wealth. Sofia holds a Master's Degree in Business Administration and a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration from Florida International University. She is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of work, Sofia enjoys reading, playing soccer, spending time with her family, traveling, and watching movies.

Stephen Williams is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2018. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed part-time as a cashier at Publix Super Markets. 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.

Eric Sorensen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he focuses on helping individuals and families achieve their most important financial goals. He began his career with Merrill in 2011 and became a Financial Advisor in 2014, bringing experience from various roles within the firm to his advisory practice. Eric emphasizes hard work, integrity, and long-term vision in his approach, developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client's unique circumstances and preferences. His expertise includes areas such as education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds both a Master's Degree in International Business and a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from the University of Florida. In addition to his professional work, Eric serves on the Board of Directors for the Florida Keys Gator Club. His personal interests include scuba diving, sailing, traveling, and spending time with his wife Allison and daughter Lillian.

Brian Scott is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Miami, FL. He works with individuals and families to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at achieving their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. His client focus areas include liquidity management, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. Brian provides ongoing advice and guidance, coordinating with Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions as needed. Brian holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida International University and holds several professional designations, including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He conducts his practice in both English and Spanish. Brian emphasizes a relationship-driven approach that prioritizes listening and placing clients' priorities at the center of every decision to help them gain clarity and confidence in their financial futures. Outside of his professional work, Brian's personal interests include basketball, fishing, football, spending time with his family, and traveling. He is affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

Jan Zambrano is a Senior Vice President and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill, a Bank of America company. Since 2013, he has advised families globally, focusing on international families, business owners and senior executives, and families managing multi-generational wealth. Jan began his career at Merrill working with a Private Wealth Team serving clients in the US, Asia, and Latin America. He later joined Santander as a Financial Consultant, where he established a team that advised high net-worth, cross-jurisdictional families primarily residing in the US. Jan holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and an MBA from the University of Miami. He also earned the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA®) designation through the Investments & Wealth Institute® and Wharton at the University of Pennsylvania. Additionally, he holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA®) designation from the National Association of Plan Advisors and has the 2-15 license for Life, Health, and Variable Annuities contracts. Jan provides personalized wealth management strategies and emphasizes an integrated approach beyond investments to pursue financial security for clients and their future generations. Born in Colombia and fluent in Spanish, Jan is a man of faith, married, and involved with the King Jesus Ministry. Outside work, he is a soccer fan and enjoys playing guitar.