Joshua Jedd Vargas is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2020 and has also been employed by Bank of America, N.A. since 2025. Outside of finance, he works part-time as a food delivery service employee for Door Dash. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Jordan Friedman is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at Bank of America, N.A., Morgan Stanley, and Bryant University. Merrill serves a broad range of clients, including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional investors, offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm emphasizes manager selection and tax-efficient investment strategies, supported by deep integration with Bank of America’s broader financial platform.

Joseph Rosa Jr. is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 designation and 10 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2016 and previously worked at Bank of America, N.A. for three years. 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 individuals, and institutions.

Patricia Brennan is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2014, concurrently serving at Bank of America, N.A. since 2016. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America's 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 investment strategies.

John Tuturice is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and concurrently at Bank of America since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, he occasionally appears as a guest on a radio show discussing theology, philosophy, and history. 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 range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Frederic Blythe is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and having six years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at MetLife Insurance Company and Health Source RI. 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 institutions.

Patrick Murphy is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and no prior industry experience. Before joining Merrill in 2026, he worked in automotive retail and education roles and has been involved with Marylous Coffee since 2017. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Rebecca Yaeger is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Dimitri Jaros is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, NYLIFE Securities LLC, New York Life Insurance Company, and Ayr Wellness. 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.

Dakota Hickman is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and eight years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2018 following a period at the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Fritz Gerald Terrane is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds the Series 66 designation, bringing three years of industry experience. He previously worked at Bank of America, N.A., and Granite Telecommunications. Outside of finance, he is involved with Authentic Care Counseling LLC, providing billing and insurance claim services for a private therapy practice, and he also operates as an Airbnb host. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Nicholas Corrente is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work includes positions at The Block Island Ferry and Seven B's Fishing, as well as roles in education at The University of Maine and local schools. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Clara Silva is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 66 and Series 63 credentials and one year of industry experience. Her previous work includes positions at Bank of America and Fidelity Investments. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm supports a range of client types with various asset allocation approaches and trading implementations.

Daniel Lawrence is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he held various roles across multiple industries, including retail, food service, and education. He has also been involved with entrepreneurial ventures such as Sole Desire and Run Newport. 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.

John Donna is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 28 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Lawrence Disarro is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, Rhode Island, holding a Series 66 designation and 24 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2012 and has also worked with Bank of America, N.A. 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 investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

William Vincente is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. 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.

Geofrey Fridman is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2009, concurrently working with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved in a family-owned for-profit business. 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 institutions.

David Brawley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill since 2014. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as the Grand Knight for the Knights of Columbus Council #330, a charitable organization in North Attleboro, Massachusetts. 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 strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and various institutional investors.

Valdir Pina serves as Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch. He began his financial services career in 2000 and has developed expertise in family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, managing new wealth, and personal retirement planning. Valdir has worked in multiple locations including Indian Wells, California, and Salt Lake City, Utah, supporting individuals, families, and business owners in making informed financial decisions and optimizing their financial resources. Valdir holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from Brigham Young University. He is a Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) certificant, a CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and a Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). He is associated with the Bradley Center and participates in church and civic causes in his community. Valdir and his wife, Melanie, reside in South Jordan, Utah, with their six children.