Andrew Winkler is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2006, Andrew has focused on assisting employers with the design and implementation of 403b and 401(k) retirement plans. His team also provides support on fiduciary best practices, plan design, and participant education. Additionally, Andrew works with individuals on developing wealth management strategies, providing investment advice, and guiding wealth transfer planning for multigenerational families. As of August 2026, the Cliborne Winkler & Associates team oversees approximately $770 million in assets and serves over 100 employer-sponsored retirement plan clients. Andrew is registered to practice in 26 states and is appointed with all major security exchanges. Andrew holds multiple professional designations, including Certified 401(k) Professional (CKP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He earned a bachelor's degree from Florida State University. His team has been recognized by Forbes as a "Best in State Wealth Management Team" for 2023, 2024, and 2025, and Andrew has been named a "Best in State Wealth Advisor" by Forbes from 2022 through 2025. In addition to his professional work, Andrew is actively involved in his community. He serves as a board member for Man Up, which advocates for improvements in the foster care system and supports fatherless children, as well as the Clearwater Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Foundation of St. Petersburg College, and Leadership Pinellas. He has also served as past Vice Chairman of Success for Kids & Families in Tampa, Florida, and participates on the Planned Giving Committee for the Pinellas County Education Foundation. Andrew resides in Clearwater, Florida.