David Clarke is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Charles Schwab & Co. Inc. for nearly two decades before joining Merrill. 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 both model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Stacey Bertrand is a financial advisor at Merrill with 36 years of industry experience. She has held her current role since 1991. Her credentials include Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. 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, pensions, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Mason Schmitt is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2020 and previously held roles at Ameriprise Financial and the City of Aurora. 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.

Thaddeus Hogue is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He has held his current position since 2015 and holds a Series 63 designation. 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 strategies developed by internal CIO teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Douglas Breitenbach is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 13 years of experience providing wealth management advice and services. His expertise includes robust investment and financial strategies, social security analysis, and both pre- and post-retirement cash flow planning. He focuses on client areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Douglas holds a Bachelor's Degree from Miami University and has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is affiliated with the Evans Scholars professional organization. His community involvement includes work with the Jewish Big Brothers Big Sisters Association and the Evans Scholars Foundation. Outside of his professional commitments, Douglas enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family.

Scott Spiegle is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry since 1996, focusing on providing clients with investment guidance to help them reach their financial objectives. His areas of expertise include college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and philanthropic planning. Scott holds a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Washington University in St. Louis and a Master's degree from Case Western Reserve University. He maintains the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Scott and his wife, Shani, have been married since 1998 and have two sons attending Elon University. They are lifelong Clevelanders and are active in the community, supporting organizations such as the Mandel JCC, Hawken School, Congregation Mishkan Or, and the Jewish Federation of Cleveland.

John Zingales is a Senior Financial Advisor specializing in assisting corporate 401(k) plans and high net worth individuals. He is affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he focuses on personalized wealth management strategies tailored to client goals. His areas of expertise include high net worth portfolio management and institutional consulting, covering client needs such as divorce transition planning, family wealth management, defined contribution plan consulting, and personal retirement planning. John holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from The University of Michigan. John adheres to a philosophy of working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies designed to help pursue long-term goals. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys football, golfing, traveling, and watching movies, and is involved in community volunteering consistent with the Merrill tradition.

Donna Gero is a Senior Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, overseeing the Hudson, Ohio office. With over a decade of experience in financial services, she specializes in areas including college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. Donna holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations, reflecting her expertise in holistic wealth management and retirement planning. Donna earned an Associate's Degree from Cuyahoga Community College and completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the College for Financial Planning. Among her professional affiliations, she serves on the boards of Cleveland Independents and Veteran Canine Connection and is involved with the Cleveland APL. Her approach emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create tailored financial strategies. Outside of her professional work, Donna is actively engaged with her community. She lives in the Cleveland area with her husband and their two dogs. Her personal interests include baseball, billiards, boating, football, golfing, music, reading, singing, spending time with family, and volleyball.

Sarah Johnston is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2015. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in a family-owned real estate business with her husband. 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 investors.

Fareed Siddiq is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 45 years of experience to his role. He specializes in wealth management, risk management, investment management, estate and tax minimization strategies, and retirement planning. He holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Previously, he has served in roles such as Executive Director, Senior Investment Management Consultant, and Portfolio Management Director. Born and raised in Pakistan, Fareed attended St. Patrick College in Karachi, majoring in Business before moving to the United States in 1972. He is fluent in English, Urdu, Hindi, and Punjabi. Fareed is actively involved in the Greater Cleveland community, serving on the boards of organizations including the American Red Cross, Cleveland Council of World Affairs, The City Club, and The Diversity Center. In his personal time, Fareed enjoys boating, golfing, music, reading, tennis, and watching movies. He is committed to working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term goals.

Stacy Lampros is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Bank of America and Merrill since 2016. Outside of her advisory role, she was formerly the owner of an antique furniture shop operating as Vintage Inspirations 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Patrick De Nitto is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with the firm since October 2004 and specializes in working with affluent families to develop customized financial strategies. His focus areas include retirement planning, education planning, philanthropic giving, legacy planning, and managing wealth through significant life transitions. With over twenty years of investment experience, Patrick employs a goals-based wealth management approach that emphasizes building portfolios tailored to specific client goals. He aims to help clients understand the purpose of each investment within their portfolios to align financial decisions with their risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and overall objectives. Patrick holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Arizona State University and holds the professional designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional activities, Patrick enjoys fishing, golfing, music, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling. He, his wife, and their young daughters reside in Pepper Pike.

Dominic Mihalik Jr. is a Senior Financial Advisor with the Pepper Pike Wealth Management Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the Pepper Pike Group in November 2015, bringing a diverse background in operational management, regulatory and risk management, and wealth management. His career includes serving various markets such as Atlanta, New Jersey, and New York City, and in 2006, he served as Vice President, Administrative Manager for the Northeast Ohio Merrill office, overseeing over 250 advisors and support staff. Dominic focuses on wealth management strategies, portfolio management, wealth preservation, and transfer for high net worth individuals and families. He works closely with clients and their estate planning attorneys and accountants to provide integrated financial strategies. Dominic is committed to staying informed of economic changes, industry trends, legislation, and tax reforms. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from Cleveland State University and holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Dominic is engaged in the Greater Cleveland community through volunteer work with the Transplant House of Cleveland, Ronald McDonald House of Northeast Ohio, and Saint Albert the Great Parish. He serves as a Trustee of the Lakeside Yacht Club in Cleveland. In his personal time, Dominic enjoys fishing year-round, boating, golfing, and hiking, and spends time with his wife, Sarah, and their daughters, Grace and Maura.

William Snyder is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Merrill and Bank of America since 2021, as well as various positions at John Carroll University and other firms. 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.

Edward Boehmer is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 41 years of experience in financial services. He specializes in strategic wealth management, growth financing, and operational efficiency, assisting individuals, families, and businesses in achieving their financial goals through thorough planning, clear documentation, and ongoing review. His areas of expertise include wealth management and estate planning, cash management and lending strategies, stock option planning, and qualified and non-qualified retirement plans. Before joining Merrill in 2002, Edward served as Chief Financial Officer and Vice President for multiple middle-market companies and began his career at Ernst & Young in Cleveland, Ohio. He has led business acquisitions, raised capital through debt and equity, and developed executive compensation and retirement plans. Edward holds a Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace University and is an inactive Certified Public Accountant. He also holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Edward has been recognized on the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for eight consecutive years from 2019 to 2026 and is a member of The Boehmer Group, which was named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list in 2025 and 2026. He is actively involved in community organizations, including serving on the board of New Avenues to Independence and supporting fundraising efforts for Old Trail School. Edward and his wife split their time between Cleveland, Ohio, and Scottsdale, Arizona, and enjoy activities such as biking, snowboarding, hiking, golfing, traveling, and spending time with family and friends.

Michael Creadon is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been practicing since 1987 and joined Merrill in 1999. Working alongside Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate Beth Michel, the Creadon Group brings a combined 60 years of experience in addressing client financial needs. Michael and his team take a personalized approach that integrates knowledge, experience, and understanding of clients' goals, families, interests, and passions. Their service model focuses on helping individuals, families, and businesses preserve and grow wealth consistent with their risk tolerance, generate investment income to support lifestyle spending, protect against inflation, and transfer estate value efficiently while minimizing tax impact. Michael holds a Bachelor's degree from Baldwin Wallace College and a High School Diploma from Lake Catholic High School. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He serves on the Board of Directors of the Karen P. Nakon Breast Cancer Foundation. Michael resides in Perry Township, Ohio, with his wife Teri and their daughter Kylie Erin. He is an avid bicyclist and angler.

Laurie Wolowicz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of experience at the firm. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a power of attorney for a family member. 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.