Carmen Mendez is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she is part of the Legates Carr Wealth Management Team. She has been with Merrill since early 2020 and serves as a Financial Advisor, Portfolio Advisor, and relationship manager. Carmen brings over 20 years of experience in the financial industry, having held roles in banking, portfolio management for a NYSE-traded fund, mergers and acquisitions, fund administration for an angel fund, family wealth management firms, insurance, and financial advising. She uses a Goals-Based Wealth Management approach to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to the priorities, risk attitudes, and goals of her clients. Carmen completed her high school education at Lee's Summit High School. Originally from Kansas City, Missouri, she moved to Naples, Florida in 2008. Outside of work, Carmen spends time with her two sons, Jackson and Isaiah, enjoying activities such as going to the beach, playing golf, attending St. Agnes Catholic Church, and supporting the Kansas City Chiefs.

Michael Stack is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, focusing on the Private Equity, Debt, and Real Estate platform. He has been a financial advisor since 1999 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2004. Michael develops wealth management strategies that align clients’ portfolios with their goals and objectives, specializing in areas such as college education planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. Michael holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc., as well as Series 7 and Series 66 FINRA registrations. He also holds the personal investment advisor (PIA) designation. His educational background includes a bachelor's degree from Gettysburg College and attendance at Loyola College, with a high school diploma from Overlea Senior High School. Michael lives in the Hunt Valley area and recently became an empty nester as his two daughters attend the University of Maryland. Outside of his professional role, he is involved with Best Buddies International and Leadership Greater Washington. His personal interests include billiards, golfing, music, reading, spending time with family, table tennis, and watching movies.

Christopher Childs is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and business owners to assist them in making thoughtful, informed decisions about their wealth. His approach brings together investment management, retirement planning, estate planning services, and tax-efficient strategies tailored around each client's goals and priorities. Christopher holds professional designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida. His client focus areas include Family Wealth Management Strategies, Legacy Planning, and Managing New Wealth. Christopher integrates personalized advice with Merrill's resources and team-based capabilities to serve as a long-term resource for clients and their families as their financial needs evolve.

Morgan Manierre is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who partners with successful individuals, families, and retirees to develop customized wealth strategies. His focus areas include retirement planning, portfolio management, wealth transfer, and preserving clients' lifestyles. Morgan utilizes a goals-based approach to help clients make informed financial decisions. A native of Naples, Florida, Morgan graduated from Southern Methodist University in 2022 and holds the Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. He draws on his deep understanding of Southwest Florida to address the specific opportunities and challenges faced by retirees and affluent families in the area. Outside of his professional work, Morgan enjoys fitness, writing music, and staying active in the Naples community. His personal interests include adventure sports, biking, cooking, hiking, music, rock climbing, skiing, skydiving, surfing, and spending time with his family.

Christina Zalewski is a Financial Advisor with Merrill, specializing in assisting successful individuals, families, executives, and business owners in making informed financial decisions throughout various stages of life. She focuses on creating holistic wealth plans that support clients' personal, family, and charitable goals. Christina's approach to wealth management goes beyond investment management to include retirement planning, tax-efficient strategies, liquidity planning, estate considerations, and long-term legacy objectives. As a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) designee, Christina is particularly dedicated to helping business owners with growth, succession planning, retirement readiness, and the transition of their businesses. She helps entrepreneurs understand how their business value fits into their broader financial picture, ensuring thoughtful planning tailored to each client's unique priorities. Christina holds a Bachelor's Degree in Psychology from Northeastern University and an MBA in Finance and Organizational Leadership from Chatham University. She is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Beyond her professional work, Christina supports organizations such as Food for the Hungry, the Kaitlyn Eckelberry Memorial Foundation, and the Pittsburgh Children's Foundation. Her personal interests include golfing, ice hockey, spending time with family, traveling, and yoga.

Barry Marks is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in creating personalized wealth management strategies that take into account each client’s unique financial picture and goals. He provides access to investment insights from Merrill as well as banking and lending solutions from Bank of America. Barry holds a master's degree from the University of Chicago and a bachelor's degree from Northwestern University. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation. He emphasizes a one-on-one approach in developing financial strategies tailored to help clients pursue their long-term objectives. In addition to his professional work, Barry is involved in community service and volunteers with local organizations. His personal interests include baseball, tennis, and traveling.

Shofolarin Da Silva is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he is part of an award-winning team serving high net worth families and individuals in the Suburban Philadelphia market. He advises medical professionals, athletes, business owners, and affluent families on various aspects of their financial lives, including retirement planning, wealth management, tax minimization, and investment strategies. Prior to his career in wealth management, Da Silva worked in the medical field, which informs his ability to communicate complex financial information clearly and effectively to his clients. Da Silva holds a Bachelor's Degree from Saint Joseph's University and has completed an Accredited Certificate Program at Temple University. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He brings a disciplined and focused approach to his practice, influenced by his background in athletics. In addition to his professional work, Da Silva is involved in community initiatives such as Big Brothers Big Sister of America and Tri State Black Men in Medicine. He is dedicated to financial literacy education and empowering youth in Philadelphia to make informed financial decisions. Da Silva enjoys various personal interests, including basketball, cooking, fishing, football, golfing, music, soccer, spending time with family, and tennis.

Rajib Mukherjee is a financial advisor with Merrill in Naples, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill since 2016. Mukherjee is also the owner and treasurer of Cozy Sparks LLC, a limited liability company not related to investment advisory services. 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 a range of clients including individuals and institutions.

Eric Breemen is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He began his career in 1995 and has developed a focus on corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and retirement income. Eric works closely with clients to simplify, organize, and plan their financial lives, serving as a trusted resource for making informed financial decisions. His professional background includes extensive experience in crafting financial strategies tailored to clients' situations and aspirations. Eric's approach involves collaborating with clients' CPAs and attorneys to deliver customized investment and retirement planning, cash flow planning, tax minimization, and estate planning strategies. He is recognized for employing tools such as 10b5-1 trading plans to assist corporate executives with concentrated stock positions and providing pre-IPO planning for entrepreneurs. Eric holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) designation and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration and Economics from Saint Michael's College. Eric resides in Marlborough with his wife and two children and has personal interests that include adventure sports, boating, golfing, and skiing.

Denise Gugliotta is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at both Bank of America and Merrill since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she participates as a player in the Women's Professional Billiards Association, competing in local and national tournaments. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers 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.

Jennifer Waller is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and previously worked for UBS Financial Services Inc. from 2012 to 2020 before joining Merrill in 2020. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Juan Serrano Pineda is a financial advisor with Merrill in Naples, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of experience with the firm. He manages a small car rental business through an application named TURO as a general partner of MAJ INVESTMENTS 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.

Paige Decker is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management headquartered in Poughkeepsie, New York. She joined the firm in 2018 and focuses on serving multi-generational families and organizations. Paige specializes in wealth transfer, wealth preservation, philanthropic planning, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. She holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification, is an Accredited Wealth Management Advisor™, and has the Personal Investment Advisor designation. Paige graduated Cum Laude from Southern Connecticut State University with a B.S. in Business Administration concentrating in Finance. While attending university, she was a four-year member of the Women's Basketball Team. Paige is on the Board of Directors for New Horizons Inc. and volunteers frequently for Angels of Light, a non-profit founded by her family. She also serves as a coach for St. Martin de Porres CYO. In her free time, Paige enjoys skiing, golfing, and spending time with her family.

Lance Fraser is a financial advisor with Merrill in Naples, Florida, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2004. 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.

Mercedes Padin is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on integrating wealth management planning and simplifying the complexities of clients' wealth. Mercedes works with a limited number of affluent families, emphasizing strong relationships and personalized attention to help pursue unique financial goals. Mercedes holds the Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC) designation from The American College of Financial Services and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned an Associate's Degree from Thomas Edison State College. Mercedes is fluent in English and Spanish. A Miami native, Mercedes has lived in Naples since 1992 with her husband, Landi. Her daughter, Beatrice, and son, Junior, are math teachers at Lely High School. Mercedes enjoys cooking, dancing, football, gardening, music, scrapbooking, and spending time with her family.

Karen Neptune is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2017, following roles at IberiaBank and Bank of America. 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.

Allison Stultz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services. Based in Naples, FL, she joined Merrill in 2022. 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.

Denise Froehlich is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in developing personalized financial strategies that align with clients' long-term goals by gaining a deep understanding of their priorities and financial circumstances. Denise works with clients to navigate complex financial matters, focusing on funding retirement, supporting education expenses, and providing care for aging loved ones. She leverages investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending services from Bank of America to deliver comprehensive wealth management solutions. Denise holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Minnesota State College & University System. She has earned professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). In addition to her professional work, Denise is involved in community service and volunteers with organizations such as the Ronald McDonald House and Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Outside of her advisory role, she enjoys cooking, scuba diving, swimming, and practicing yoga.

Cody Webster is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2014 and has been affiliated with Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he operates a small sole proprietorship focused on online sales of apparel and collectible items. Merrill, alongside 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.

Julie Boyer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2012, concurrently affiliated with Bank of America since 2018. 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.