Thomas Jones is a financial advisor with Merrill in Northbrook, IL, holding a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America N.A. since 2020 and Merrill since 2019, with previous employment at the University of Wisconsin - Parkside and a small business, I94 RV. 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 tailored to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts, integrating internal and third-party management teams.

Sebastian Samudio is a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he collaborates with Merrill clients to understand their financial situations and introduce them to suitable solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. Sebastian specializes in assisting clients with managing various financial priorities such as home purchasing, college savings, eldercare, and healthcare preparation. As a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he works one-on-one with clients to define their financial goals and select portfolio strategies designed to achieve them. He provides ongoing advice and adapts client portfolios in response to changing circumstances. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Dominican University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Sebastian communicates effectively in both English and Spanish.

Brendan Mckenna is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2010 and at Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with MLB of Glenview, a local nonprofit organization focused on supporting charitable causes through community fundraising and volunteer efforts. 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.

Anna Lysenko is a financial advisor at Merrill with 23 years at the firm and four years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as co-trustee of the D P Living Trust. 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 various institutional investors.

Matthew Cahan is a Wealth Management Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in developing personalized financial strategies tailored to clients' individual goals and the dynamics of today’s market environment. Matthew leverages the investment insights of Merrill along with the banking and lending solutions provided by Bank of America to support comprehensive wealth management. Matthew holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Wisconsin Madison and holds multiple professional designations, including Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He also engages in community activities aligned with Merrill’s tradition of service, volunteering with various local organizations.

Eric Berls is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with individuals, families, and businesses to develop customized financial strategies aimed at achieving their financial goals. His approach involves understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized plans tailored to their unique needs and aspirations. Eric specializes in areas such as divorce transition planning, education planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. His expertise is supported by his credentials, including the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP) designation, Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ (AAMS), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. He earned a bachelor's degree from Bradley University and an MBA from DePaul University. In addition to his professional work, Eric is involved in the Schaumburg Business Association and participates in community volunteer activities. His personal interests include cooking, reading, running, and scuba diving.

Patrick Nimrod is a Wealth Management Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill since 1993, bringing extensive experience in financial planning and investment strategy. Patrick holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certification, awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Patrick’s areas of expertise include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income planning, legacy planning, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and investment consulting for defined contribution plans. He earned a bachelor's degree in statistics from the University of Denver. Patrick currently resides in Glenview with his wife, Courtney, and their daughters Jameson, Maeve, and Fiona. Outside of his professional career, he enjoys fishing, gardening, hiking, running, skiing, swimming, traveling, and spending time with his family. He is also a member of the OLPH Men’s Club.

Hazem Dababneh is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor. He works closely with clients to understand their priorities and develop strategies aimed at meeting their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. Hazem offers guidance on topics ranging from general investing and retirement planning to preparing for unexpected financial challenges. He also facilitates client access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Hazem holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Jordan, an Accredited Certificate Program from DePaul University, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Elmhurst College. He has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His approach emphasizes uncovering what matters to clients and their families to help create tailored financial strategies.

Robert Mitchell is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Bank of America and tastyfx LLC. Outside of his advisory roles, he spent eight years at Edgewood Valley Country Club. 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 institutions, using in-house and third-party managers.

Laura Cohn is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has worked at several firms including JP Morgan Chase Bank, Citigroup, BMO Harris Bank, and LPL Financial. 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.

Margaret Fox is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill in various capacities since 1974. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as a trustee for a family trust. 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.

Sabrina Benjamin is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her prior work history includes roles at Bank of America, TCF Bank, MB Financial, Nordstrom, and the University of Illinois at Chicago. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Adrian Martinez is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill Lynch. 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.

Griffin Lehet is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2026, his work history includes roles at Shamrock Trading Corporation and various positions outside the financial sector. 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.

Joshua Moorman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 2020, he has collaborated with individuals, families, and small business owners to create and maintain comprehensive wealth management strategies and provide investment advice. His approach involves working closely with clients to understand their goals, objectives, and risk tolerance, enabling him to develop personalized strategies tailored to each unique situation, including advising small business owners on corporate retirement plans. Mr. Moorman has been active in the investment industry since 2014. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in political science and sociology from North Central College, earned in 2014, and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He resides in Mundelein, Illinois, with his wife Jacklyn and sons Nathan and Cameron. Outside of his professional work, Joshua Moorman is involved with Safe Families for Children. His personal interests include golfing, skiing, hiking, woodworking, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Blake Levit serves as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works closely with clients to understand their personal values and financial goals, helping to develop tailored investment strategies. He also provides access to banking and lending services through Bank of America. Blake holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Illinois System. He communicates with clients in both English and Spanish.

Kevin Rosenberg serves as a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing financial guidance in areas such as corporate equity and compensation plans, trust and estate planning strategies, tax-efficient investing, personal retirement planning, and business liquidity management. His approach focuses on simplifying complex financial concepts to help clients achieve the best possible future with their available resources. Kevin holds several professional designations including Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Iowa. In addition to his professional work, Kevin is actively involved in community organizations. He serves as the Assistant Treasurer for the Union League Boys and Girls Clubs in Chicago and volunteers with the Special Olympics of Illinois. He also supports the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. His personal interests include music, basketball, biking, boating, hiking, racquetball, reading, spending time with family, traveling, and writing.

Mara Gasher is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2017 and has prior experience at Northwestern Mutual and Bank of America, N.A. Outside of finance, she held a position at Starbucks for five years. Merrill 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.

William Brandstrader is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Chicago Partners Wealth Advisors, Loyola University Chicago, and various service-oriented businesses. Outside of advising, he has worked in the hospitality sector, including at Yardhouse and North Shore Country Club. 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.

Scott Davis is a financial advisor with Merrill in Northbrook, IL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Morgan Stanley Private Bank for nine years before joining Merrill and Bank of America in 2024. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a board member for Dairymen's Inc., a family resort and club in Boulder Junction, Wisconsin. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers 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.