John Jones II is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2015. 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.

Maria Komianos is a financial advisor with Merrill in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 14 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2010. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Laura Ward is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 credentials and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, she spent eleven years at Aveanna Healthcare. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Torrice is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Joseph earned his Bachelor's Degree from the University of Virginia. His credentials reflect his focus on retirement planning and fiduciary advising within the wealth management sector.

Casey Warcewicz is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He takes a consultative and objective approach to wealth management, focusing on understanding each client's complete financial position to deliver appropriate investment planning recommendations. His work emphasizes aligning client goals and objectives with asset allocation, risk tolerance, and tax and estate-planning considerations through carefully prepared and thoroughly analyzed wealth management plans. Casey’s areas of expertise include executive compensation, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, sports and entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He earned a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of New Hampshire and a Master’s Degree from Northeastern University. Outside of his professional work, Casey’s personal interests include cooking, football, golfing, reading, and traveling.

Conner Forster is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Bank of America, Mutual of Omaha Investor Services, and several other firms. He is a general partner and managing member of Forster Enterprises LLC, a holding company. 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.

Christopher Davis is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He assists clients in developing strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. His areas of focus include managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Christopher provides guidance on general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected expenses, and offers access to Bank of America specialists for services including banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Longwood University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Christopher serves on the Longwood University College of Business and Economics Board as well as the Todd Davis Miller Memorial Scholarship Board. He is also a member of the Rugby Referee Society of Virginia. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys activities such as biking, camping, football, hiking, refereeing, soccer, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Diane Yhlen is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 24 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. 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 strategies constructed by internal and third-party teams, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Abbott is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, and retirement income. Christopher began his career at Bank of America in 1995 as a Management Associate, where he managed large banking centers and loan processing teams. In 2003, he transitioned to the wealth management division of the firm and earned his Portfolio Manager designation in 2015. As a Portfolio Manager, he manages personalized or defined investment strategies on a discretionary basis, utilizing a range of assets including individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Old Dominion University, where he was a member of the International Honor Society in Finance. Christopher has served on the boards of the American Heart Association (Norfolk), the Alzheimer’s Association (Tidewater), and Read to Them (Richmond). He resides in Richmond, Virginia with his wife and two daughters.

Adam Burch is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 licenses. Burch has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2006. He serves as a board member for the Virginia Foundation for Independent Colleges, a nonprofit supporting independent higher education institutions in Virginia. 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.

Dalton Kitchen is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has prior experience with Bank of America and First Command Advisory Services. Dalton is a co-owner of a rental property in Richmond, Virginia, with non-family members. 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.

Tiana Smith Cluff is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in retirement strategies and holistic financial planning for individuals, families, and businesses. She holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation, Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) certification, and is a Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). With over nine years of experience, Tiana creates customized strategies encompassing retirement planning, wealth management, alternative investments, and employee benefits, designed to adapt as clients' lives change. Tiana's expertise includes education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and values-based and ESG investing. Her background in computer science and finance allows her to blend analytical thinking with personalized client guidance. She assists companies in designing employee benefit programs and guides professionals through tailored wealth strategies. Fluent in English and Spanish, she is committed to providing clear, collaborative, and inclusive financial education. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from Virginia Commonwealth University and is involved in professional and community organizations such as NAWBO, the VCU Women's Impact Network, and the Virginia Opera. Additionally, Tiana participates in mentoring through the Virginia Commonwealth University's African American Alumni Council Mentoring Circle and serves on the Virginia Opera Board. Her personal interests include reading, spending time with her family, and traveling.

Thomas Heaton is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has 28 years of experience guiding clients through complex markets and significant life events. Heaton specializes in goal-based investment strategies focused on long-term retirement planning and risk management, incorporating principles of Behavioral Finance to help clients avoid emotional decision-making related to greed and fear. His services extend to comprehensive financial solutions including banking, mortgages through Bank of America, investments, risk management, and estate planning. Heaton holds a Bachelor's Degree from the Pennsylvania State University System and professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He emphasizes understanding clients' life priorities to create personalized plans aligned with their goals and aspirations. Heaton works alongside his assistant, Nina Sjogren, who supports his clients with administrative needs. Outside of his professional role, Heaton enjoys golfing, running, and spending time with his family. He lives in Hanover County and is married with two daughters who have graduated from Virginia Tech.

Howard Burd is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works with families, executives, and business owners to manage their wealth and business enterprises. His role involves understanding clients' visions, coordinating appropriate expertise, and helping to protect, grow, and transition their assets. Prior to joining Merrill, Howard served over 11 years as a Captain in the United States Marine Corps, advising senior leaders on fiscal operations, logistics, supply chains, contracting, and resource management. He has professional experience working with clients who have significant wealth tied to businesses, commercial real estate, family enterprises, and other real assets, assisting in areas such as diversification, succession planning, and liquidity strategies. Howard also holds the Series 7, 63, and 65 licenses and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Howard graduated from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University with a bachelor's degree and completed the Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School. Outside of his professional career, he has interests in chess, running, and spending time with his family.

Ian Patrick is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He advises clients on family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, and socially responsible, values-based, and ESG investing. He also focuses on tax minimization, retirement income, and small business strategies. Ian earned a bachelor's degree in economics from the University of Colorado at Boulder and a master's degree from the University of North Carolina System. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Ian is fluent in English and Spanish. He is active in the Richmond, Virginia community where he resides with his wife and three daughters. Ian serves on the board of directors of Belltower Pictures and volunteers with the James River Association and Rotary International. His personal interests include boating, music, scuba diving, singing, skiing, and soccer.

Rochele Nelson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Richmond, VA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2004. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a general partner and managing member of Adorning in Prayer Ministries, where she teaches and preaches through prayer conferences and seminars, and is involved in merchandising prayer products. Additionally, she works with Leona's Love Garden, a charitable organization focused on urban farming, youth programs, and community outreach. 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 a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Edward Booth is a financial advisor with Merrill in Richmond, VA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America Private Bank and Elder Law Management. He serves as a board member and secretary of the CFA Society Virginia and holds several roles with charitable organizations focused on environmental conservation, including The Nature Conservancy and the Capital Region Land Conservancy. 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.

Casey Farmer is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2018, with prior roles at Bank of America and Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside the financial sector, he spent two years at Tradition Brewing Company. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Samantha Dunn is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill in 2021 after completing the Bank of America and Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Internship Program, which provided her with experience across multiple divisions including Consumer and Small Business Banking and Consumer Investments. Samantha holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance and a minor in Leadership Studies from Christopher Newport University. During her time at university, she served as Chief Financial Officer of the Captain's Educational Enrichment Fund, managing a large portfolio of the school's investments and leading a team of student analysts. Samantha focuses on areas such as education planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, and socially responsible investing including ESG. She leverages investment planning technology and assists clients in utilizing financial planning apps to provide personalized portfolio strategies and tailored education. Outside of work, she is involved with Impact100 Richmond and resides in Richmond, VA with her husband and dog Fenway.

R. Brandon Moore is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies for business owners, individuals, and families. He helps clients create and preserve wealth through tailored financial planning and customized strategies aligned with their long-term goals. In his role as a Retirement Benefits Consultant, Moore collaborates with business leadership teams to administer company retirement plans and develop educational initiatives designed to assist employees in achieving their retirement objectives. With a career in financial services beginning in 2003, Moore brings extensive experience working with diverse client groups including business owners, doctors, and families. His expertise covers areas such as divorce transition planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, employee financial health, and investment consulting for defined benefit and contribution plans. Moore employs a consultative and service-focused approach, prioritizing a comprehensive understanding of each client's full financial picture to recommend appropriate, client-centered financial services and create goals-based wealth management plans. He holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Moore earned a bachelor's degree from Hampden-Sydney College. He is actively involved in his community through roles such as Advisory Board Member of the Massey Cancer Center at VCU, Board Chair of Swift Creek YMCA, Rotarian with the Brandermill Rotary Club, and Vice President of Baseball for Chesterfield Little League. Outside of his professional and community commitments, he enjoys baseball, football, golfing, ice hockey, music, soccer, softball, spending time with his family, and watching movies.