Bruce Huggins is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with experience dating back to 1986. He specializes in a range of financial planning and investment consulting services including divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, and portfolio management services. Bruce works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Long Island University and an Associate in Arts from Suffolk Community College. Bruce has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional work, he is involved in his community through participation with Calvary Baptist Church. Bruce's approach centers on understanding each client's comprehensive financial picture and collaborating one-on-one to help pursue long-term financial objectives. His interests outside of work include baseball, billiards, boating, chess, football, golfing, softball, and woodworking.

Lea Muller is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch since 2013. 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 and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Antonio Fusco is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he collaborates one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies tailored to their individual goals, adapting to changing market conditions. He provides access to Merrill’s investment insights alongside the banking and lending solutions offered by Bank of America. Antonio holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from SUNY Oneonta. Committed to community involvement, he dedicates time volunteering with organizations in the areas he serves.

Christopher Amadeo is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the financial services industry for over 21 years, providing investment advice and developing financial strategies tailored to clients' long-term goals. Since 2012, he has specialized in working with high-net-worth individuals, focusing on wealth preservation, preparing for financial uncertainties through insurance, and efficient wealth transfer to heirs. He holds designations including Accredited Asset Management Specialist (AAMS), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). His educational background includes a High School Diploma from West Babylon High, non-accredited certificate programs from Wharton Executive Education and College for Financial Planning, and attendance at Farmingdale State College. Christopher resides in Babylon with his wife and two children and enjoys spending holidays at their second home in Vermont. His personal interests include football, hiking, skiing, traveling, and woodworking. He emphasizes creating a client experience that exceeds expectations while helping clients feel confident about establishing and targeting their financial goals.

James Bishop is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' individual financial goals and adapt to evolving market conditions. He provides clients with access to Merrill’s investment insights as well as the banking and lending services of Bank of America. James holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY at Old Westbury and has earned several professional designations, including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). He is committed to working closely with clients one-on-one to develop tailored financial strategies designed to support their long-term objectives. In addition to his professional responsibilities, James is engaged in community activities and volunteers with local organizations, reflecting Merrill’s tradition of community involvement.

Michael Karwoski is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since 2013, he has worked with clients to provide customized investment strategies tailored to their individual goals. His expertise includes college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management, retirement income strategies, personal retirement planning, and special needs planning, among others. Michael focuses on simplifying clients’ financial lives by prioritizing their objectives and developing personalized strategies. Michael has been a registered Financial Advisor since 2010. He holds a bachelor's degree in Economics from Yale University, where he also competed in Division 1 hockey and lacrosse. He has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Outside of work, Michael enjoys coaching youth lacrosse, playing golf, and participating in various outdoor sports. He lives in Northport, NY, with his wife Brenna and daughter Caroline. He volunteers with community organizations and values the Merrill tradition of community service.

Alexandra Kolessar serves as a Client Experience Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, she collaborates with Merrill clients to assess their current financial situations and provides information about solutions available through Merrill and Bank of America. She holds a High School Diploma from Sachem East, a Bachelor's Degree from Saint John's University, and a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Saint John's University. Alexandra's approach centers on helping clients identify what matters most to them and their families, aiming to develop strategies that support their financial goals.

Joseph Miller is a financial advisor at Merrill with 52 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has worked at Merrill since 1980, as well as at Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Christa Pinero is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. She has been with Merrill 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Brian Slattery is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a member of The Slattery Wealth Management Group. In his role, he focuses on retirement planning and helping clients develop strategies tailored to their long-term financial goals. Brian offers expertise in areas including college education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, portfolio management, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. Brian began his career at Merrill in 2016 as a part-time Client Associate while attending Stony Brook University, where he earned both a Bachelor's and a Master's degree in Accounting, graduating in 2020. After five years in the Client Associate role, he entered Merrill's Financial Advisor Training program in 2021. He holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Born and raised in Smithtown, Brian played lacrosse at SUNY Oswego and continues to participate in adult recreational leagues. His personal interests include golfing, skiing, music, and spending time with his family. Brian's approach emphasizes working one-on-one with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their individual goals.

James Gaughran is a financial advisor at Merrill with 42 years of industry experience. He has held positions at Merrill since 1984 and has worked with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. He holds a Series 63 designation. 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, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Adam Wood is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. With a background as an estate planning attorney, Adam spent nearly a decade running his own law firm, gaining insight into how accomplished individuals approach wealth, succession planning, and legacy decisions. Since joining Merrill in 2019, he has transitioned into a financial advisory role focused on providing comprehensive wealth planning to affluent entrepreneurs, business founders, and executives. Adam combines his legal knowledge with the resources of Merrill and Bank of America to help clients streamline their advisory relationships and understand the importance of structuring wealth to achieve financial, business, philanthropic, and intergenerational goals. He is attentive to client needs during challenging life transitions and encourages open communication to alleviate emotional burdens that can impact financial decision-making. He holds a Juris Doctorate from The Touro College Jacob Fuchsberg Law Center and a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Scranton, where he played lacrosse. Adam prioritizes fitness and nutrition and serves as Chairman of the Board of Directors for the United Veterans Beacon House. He and his wife, Allyson, reside in Kings Park, New York with their three children.

Lori Bjorndahl is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, a role she has held following her tenure as Senior Registered Client Associate starting in 2005. In her time as a Client Associate, Lori served in leadership positions and was recognized as a mentor among her peers, developing a strong emphasis on attention to detail in her work as a Financial Advisor. Her areas of focus include transfer of assets, retirement planning, education planning, and managed money. Lori graduated from Berkeley College in New York City in 2005 with a Bachelor's Degree in Business Management. She holds FINRA Series 7 and Series 66 registrations, as well as Life and Health Insurance licenses. She also has the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Lori resides in Port Jefferson Station with her husband Jason and their children, Sophia and Henrik. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys cooking, music, spending time with family, traveling, and community involvement, including volunteering as a coach with Comsewogue Youth Football & Cheer.

Gerald Slattery is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on retirement planning and investment strategies tailored to clients' needs. Gerald entered Merrill Lynch through their financial consultant training program in 1992, bringing prior experience as a Financial Analyst with Unisys Corporation. Gerald earned a B.S. in Business Administration with a concentration in Management Information Systems from the New York Institute of Technology, graduating Magna cum Laude in 1988. He holds several professional designations, including the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His client focus areas include college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, services for defined benefit plans, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, and women and wealth. Gerald enjoys outdoor activities such as biking, boating, hiking, scuba diving, swimming, and spending time with his family.

Michael Marziotto is a Financial Advisor affiliated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in assisting business owners, professionals, and entrepreneurs in maximizing long-term efficiency in their personal and professional finances while minimizing the effects of taxes and inflation. Michael’s approach begins with a comprehensive understanding of his clients’ full financial picture, enabling him to tailor flexible wealth management strategies aligned with current market conditions. He leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support his clients’ goals. Michael's expertise includes divorce transition planning, employee benefits planning, managing defined benefit and contribution plans, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income strategies. His team comprises professionals experienced in asset management, ERISA retirement plans, business and personal banking, and residential and commercial lending, with a focus on serving business owners and entrepreneurs. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). His education includes a non-accredited certificate program from the American College for Financial Program. Michael is committed to community involvement, reflecting Merrill’s tradition, and spends time volunteering with local organizations. Outside of work, his personal interests include adventure sports, camping, hiking, photography, scuba diving, woodworking, and spending time with his family.

Carmelo Vazquez is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized financial guidance for individuals and businesses. Fluent in both English and Spanish, Carmelo focuses on developing tailored strategies that address clients’ unique ambitions across various stages of their financial journeys, including college education planning, retirement income, corporate benefits, and socially responsible investing. Carmelo holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a High School Diploma from Cardinal Hayes High School and attended Hunter College. Carmelo emphasizes building long-term client relationships through clear and transparent communication, serving as a resource for investing, retirement planning, tax strategies, and wealth management. He also collaborates with Bank of America specialists to provide comprehensive banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Outside of his professional work, Carmelo is involved with the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, cooking, football, golfing, music, reading, running marathons, traveling, and volleyball.

Lydia Diclemente is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and bringing 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 2011. Outside of her advisory role, she serves on a committee for fundraising events at St. Anthony's High School and acts as a trustee in a fiduciary capacity. 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 wide range of clients including individuals, pension plans, and charitable organizations.