Michael Wharton is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., along with the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certifications. Michael began his financial career while pursuing a degree in economics at the University of Rhode Island, where he also earned his MBA. His early experience includes work at Webster Bank as a part-time financial consultant. Since joining Merrill Lynch full-time in 2016, Michael has focused on wealth management, working with clients to manage investment portfolios and develop comprehensive financial strategies. He has worked on Merrill's "Premium Elite Plus" desk, advising clients with net worth exceeding $10 million. In 2023, he joined the Calbi-Abbate group at Merrill Lynch, contributing to a team with extensive industry experience. Outside of his professional work, Michael resides in South Kingstown, Rhode Island with his wife Lauren, their son Weston, and two dogs. He is active in his community as a member of the Rotary Club of Wakefield. Michael enjoys outdoor activities such as basketball, golf, and snowboarding.

Thomas Curry is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1997 and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Thomas brings expertise in college education planning, philanthropic planning, retirement income strategies, portfolio management, and financial services tailored for businesses, retirees, executives, and nonprofit organizations. Thomas earned a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Rhode Island and a Master of Business Administration with a finance concentration from Bryant College. His approach emphasizes understanding clients’ life priorities to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their goals and aspirations. Beyond his advisory role, Thomas is active in his community, serving as an assistant coach for youth hockey and as Vice President of the World War 2 Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to preserving the histories of World War II veterans and survivors. He also supports his children’s sports activities and enjoys cooking, ice hockey, ice skating, and traveling.

Robert Procaccianti is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of the Harbor Light Wealth Management Group. In this role, he focuses on investment management, working with corporate executives, business leaders, and high-net-worth families to navigate complex financial situations such as concentrated stock positions, liquidity event planning, retirement transitions, and generational wealth preservation. He applies a coordinated approach that aligns investment strategy, tax awareness, and long-term planning to help clients make informed decisions with greater confidence. Robert began his career at Merrill in 2000 and rejoined the firm in 2026 following a 17-year tenure at UBS. He employs individual securities and various asset classes tailored to clients' financial objectives, and develops customized investment strategies for clients interested in aligning their portfolios with animal welfare values. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and graduated Magna Cum Laude with a Bachelor of Arts in Economics from Stonehill College. Beyond his advisory role, Robert serves as Chair of the Board of Directors of Farm Sanctuary, one of the largest farm animal advocacy organizations globally. He has also served as Vice Chair of the Board of Directors of Animal Rescue Rhode Island. He resides in Narragansett, Rhode Island, where he is also involved as a boxing coach.

Erik Glowacki is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2019. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America, Citizens Bank, and Eastside Marketplace. Glowacki is also affiliated with Rhode Island College. 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.

Gary Cartwright is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America from 2015 to 2017 before joining Merrill in 2017. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations, using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party teams.

Ann Stiness is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She provides customized wealth management strategies for individuals, families, and institutions to align with their unique goals and priorities. Ann has over 30 years of industry experience, focusing on comprehensive wealth management through listening to client needs and tailoring strategies accordingly. Her expertise includes divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. She holds professional designations including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified 401(k) Professional (C(k)P), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA). Ann attended Rhode Island College and Johnson & Wales University. She supports Merrill's tradition of community involvement through volunteer service and supports organizations that positively impact local communities. In her personal time, she enjoys hiking, spending time with family, and practicing yoga.

Kalyn Tavares is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Kalyn focuses on understanding clients' priorities to develop strategies that address their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. She offers guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and saving for unforeseen circumstances. Kalyn holds the Professional Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She completed her high school education at Tavares High School and earned an Associate's Degree from Lake Sumter State College. Through her work, she aims to provide ongoing advice and connect clients with Bank of America specialists for additional banking and financing solutions as needed.

Mark Wormuth is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with 12 years of industry experience. He has worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC for eight years and is currently with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. in Providence, RI. 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.

Patrick Crowley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2014 and Bank of America since 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is the owner of Nothing Personal Entertainment, where he is involved in musical performance and coordination of events. Merrill 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, and institutional investors.

Corey Maxwell is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to develop financial strategies tailored to their specific needs and goals. His approach focuses on understanding what matters most to clients and helping them navigate complexities, providing guidance during uncertain times to keep them focused on their objectives. Corey's client expertise includes legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island. Outside of his professional work, Corey is involved in community activities with organizations such as Animal Rescue Rhode Island, Special Olympics Rhode Island, and United Way of Rhode Island. His personal interests include bowling, football, ice hockey, music, pickleball, spending time with family, and watching movies.

John Lane is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he assists clients in developing personalized wealth management strategies tailored to their individual financial goals and changing market conditions. He leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America to provide comprehensive financial solutions. John holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His educational background includes a High School Diploma from Cranston East and completion of an Accredited Certificate Program at Bryant College. Committed to community involvement, John participates in volunteering activities with local organizations, reflecting the tradition of community engagement embraced by Merrill.

Robert Meyers is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and six years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2017, with prior roles at Grubhub and Nift Networks Inc. He is located in Providence, Rhode Island. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Yussuf Obaid is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2013. 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 institutional investors, supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers.

Sean Stamp is a Financial Advisor with The McGreen Stamp Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with understanding a client's financial situation and what matters most to them. Based on this understanding, he helps create personalized wealth management strategies to help clients pursue their long-term financial goals. His expertise covers a wide range of areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Sean emphasizes working closely with clients to develop financial frameworks that adapt to changing market conditions and regulations. Sean holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He values community involvement and participates in local volunteering efforts. Outside of work, Sean enjoys fishing, golfing, ice hockey, and skiing.

Dorothy Hartnett is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals, offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth. Dorothy integrates investment insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America to address various aspects of her clients’ financial lives. Her expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, and supporting women and wealth. Dorothy holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Dorothy earned a Bachelor's Degree from Bowdoin College and a Master's Degree from Northeastern University. Outside of her professional work, she has personal interests in boating, golfing, and tennis.

Ashley Macksoud is the Resident Director and a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill's Providence, Rhode Island office. She has been a financial advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management for over 20 years. In addition to co-managing her practice, Ashley holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst™ (CDFA™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). She is a qualified Portfolio Manager who provides traditional advice and guidance as well as builds and manages personalized strategies for clients. Ashley focuses on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, women and wealth, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. She holds a Bachelor's degree from Providence College and is involved in professional organizations including the Estate Planning Council of Rhode Island and the Kirkbrae Womens Golf Association. In her community involvement, Ashley participates with the Lincoln RI Youth Soccer Association. She enjoys cooking, gardening, golfing, reading, running, soccer, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Patrick Emond is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Providence, Rhode Island. He joined The V&R Group in 2019 and supports business development alongside ancillary services that include mortgages, insurance, small business retirement planning, and client onboarding. Patrick serves high net worth individuals, business owners, entrepreneurs, and other professionals by offering ongoing financial planning and investment management advice. Patrick’s areas of expertise encompass employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, services for defined benefit plans, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, employee financial health, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. His approach emphasizes educating and guiding clients to develop confidence and optimism regarding investing, markets, and retirement planning. Patrick holds a Bachelor's Degree in Economics from Providence College and maintains professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is involved in professional and community organizations such as GrowSmart RI, the Rotary Group of Brookline, East Bay Chamber of Commerce, and Mentor Rhode Island. Outside of work, Patrick enjoys baseball, cooking, golfing, reading, running, skiing, spending time with family, and watching movies.

Patrick Reilly is a Financial Advisor with the Carcieri & Bock Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he collaborates with individuals, families, and business owners to build and preserve wealth through thoughtful, goal-based planning. He focuses on simplifying financial decisions and providing proactive guidance to help clients move forward with confidence. Patrick's expertise spans diverse client focus areas, including education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, liquidity management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, sports & entertainment, and retirement income. He holds professional designations as a Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Rhode Island. Outside of his professional work, Patrick enjoys football, golfing, ice hockey, reading, skiing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Anthony Ruzzo Jr. is a Wealth Management Advisor and partner in The Ruzzo Palmieri Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is responsible for all Wealth Management Planning activities within the group and has been employed by Merrill Lynch Wealth Management since July 2000. Tony works closely with each client to develop a written Wealth Plan aimed at supporting their long-term financial goals. Tony holds multiple professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He was educated at Marquette University and Wagner College, where he earned his Bachelor of Science degree. Additionally, Tony studied General Medicine in Europe, graduating Cum Laude with an M.D. degree in 1997 from the University of Pecs. His areas of expertise include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Tony is also active in his local community and enjoys baseball, football, golfing, ice hockey, reading, traveling, and spending time with his family, with whom he resides in North Smithfield.

Cedric Smith is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates directly with clients to develop strategies aimed at achieving their financial goals, drawing on the global investing resources of Merrill and the credit, lending, and banking services of Bank of America. His professional approach involves listening carefully to clients to understand their values and priorities. With a focus on assisting individuals undergoing significant financial transitions, Cedric works with a diverse clientele, including athletes, entertainment professionals, nonprofit leaders, and other successful professionals. His expertise lies in guiding clients through complex financial decisions during periods of change, aiming to create tailored strategies that align with clients' aspirations. Cedric holds a Master's of Business Administration from New York University Stern School of Business and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan. He has earned the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Fluent in English and French, he is also involved with the community organization Moses Brown.