Joseph Ward is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America N.A. and has a background as a self-employed musician performing at weddings. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Mona Abdel Malek is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has previously worked at PNC Investments LLC and PNC Bank. 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.

Muneshwar Prashad is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1998 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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.

Wangari Gikanga is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2006. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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 developed by internal and third-party managers.

Tamara Naylor is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 27 years of industry experience. She joined Merrill in 2020 after working at Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors and Fidelity Brokerage Services LLC from 2012 to 2020. Outside of her advisory work, she is a co-owner of a rental property in Trenton, NJ. Merrill provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors. The firm combines internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers to implement asset allocation and trading across various client types.

Matthew Frickmann is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior work experience in the hospitality and education sectors. 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.

Jordan Taffin is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Based in the Summit, NJ office, he collaborates with multiple advisory teams to provide personalized financial strategies aimed at addressing the complex needs of individuals, families, businesses, trusts, and charities. Jordan's approach focuses on uncovering clients' priorities to create tailored plans that pursue their financial goals effectively. With the resources of Merrill and a range of potential solution options, Jordan specializes in retirement planning, estate planning, financial planning, investment management, business needs, and lending through Bank of America, among other services. His expertise supports the delivery of experienced management, intricate planning, and sound recommendations to clients. Jordan holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of South Carolina System. Jordan was born and raised in Monmouth County, New Jersey, and resides in Lincroft, NJ with his wife, two daughters, son, and their chocolate lab. Outside of work, he enjoys an active lifestyle that includes basketball, chess, fishing, football, golfing, skiing, soccer, tennis, and watching movies. He is also a dedicated volunteer for the Don't Shock Me Foundation, which focuses on raising awareness of Toxic Shock Syndrome in women.

Oren Baranchuk is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2010. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Preston Parrish II is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds a Series 66 designation. He has 10 years of industry experience and has been with Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Elizabeth Biava is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2019. Prior to her current role, she held positions at Michael Kors and has teaching experience at Moravian College and Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Charles Gwynn is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill. 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 institutions.

Stephen Moeller is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill for a total of nine years, with a two-year period at Recreation Equipment Inc in between. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Michael Ames is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America and has experience in other roles including university employment and hospitality. Outside of his advisory work, Ames owns a sole proprietorship that builds custom personal computers based on client budgets. 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 designed for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Thomas Fisher is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2017. Outside of his advisory role, Fisher is involved with the Princeton Youth Hockey Association as a youth ice hockey coach and officiates games for USA Hockey. 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.

Nathan Raccagno is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Northwestern Mutual Investment Services LLC and Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Company. His background also includes roles at the University of Mount Olive and Trenton 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mark Smalley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he works part-time as an independent contractor driver for Uber and Lyft. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Benjamin Strovinsky is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Inkwell Global Marketing, Stryde Management, and has held roles in telecommunications and education. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), 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 various institutional investors.

Jack Elias is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Northwestern Mutual and Bank of America, along with experience in both education and athletic associations. 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 a variety of client types including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Jacob Nichols is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2022 and has prior experience at SAP and Atrendia ApS. Nichols also spent several years at Fairfield University in multiple roles. 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.

Michael Cresap is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1999. 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.