Edward Iannone is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings a disciplined approach to financial planning, emphasizing risk mitigation and tax efficiency in investing. Edward focuses on various client needs including college education planning, executive compensation, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. He utilizes his institutional background and military discipline to create tailored financial strategies aligned with his clients' aspirations and legacies. Prior to his career in financial services, Edward was commissioned as a Naval Officer and served aboard the destroyer USS Barney. He holds a Bachelor's degree from the United States Naval Academy. Edward's professional designations include Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He has experience advising clients through significant life transitions such as divorce, death of a loved one, career changes, and business sales. Edward is actively involved in his community in Westport, Connecticut. He has served on the Westport Board of Finance, the Parks & Recreation Commission, and the Staples High School Lacrosse Association board. Additionally, he is a member of the Sticks for Soldiers Board and participates in the Westport PAL Lacrosse Board. Edward lives in Westport with his wife and three children.

Julia Strayer is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been with Merrill Lynch since 2000. Prior to this role, Julia served as a vice president and private banker at BankBoston's Private Bank for seven years, where she was responsible for asset management and trust services. Before her tenure at BankBoston, she worked in marketing with Merrill for nine years. Julia's areas of expertise include corporate executive services, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, women and wealth, as well as sports and entertainment. She holds several professional designations, including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Her educational background includes a Bachelor's degree from The Ohio State University, an MBA from New York University's Stern School of Business, and a Master's degree from Sarah Lawrence College. Julia has appeared on CNBC's "Power Lunch," CBS's "This Morning," WGCH's "Women in Business," and has been featured in USA Today. Outside of her professional work, she has interests in photography, reading, tennis, and writing.

Richard Dupuis is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he develops personalized financial strategies tailored to clients’ specific goals and changing market conditions. He provides access to investment insights from Merrill as well as banking and lending solutions through Bank of America to support comprehensive wealth management. Richard holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor's degree from Bryant College. Committed to community involvement, he volunteers with local organizations in line with Merrill’s tradition of engagement in the communities they serve.

Daniel Purpura is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with Merrill in Stamford, CT, and has four years of industry experience. His prior experience includes roles at Bank of America and Citizens Securities, Inc. 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 investors, and institutional entities.

Annette Vitti is a financial advisor with Merrill in Stamford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and 22 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2004. 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.

Marc Goulah is a financial advisor at Merrill with 16 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2011, with a brief tenure at BofA Securities in 2019. 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.

John Huber is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined Merrill in 2022, bringing experience from his previous roles at Citi Private Bank in New York City, where he served as Investment Specialist, Head of the Investment Solutions Desk, and Director, Investment Counselor within the High Net Worth Group. John specializes in wealth management strategies that address areas such as insurance, estate planning, asset allocation, tax consequences, trust services, cash flow in retirement, and liability management. He works closely with clients to develop flexible strategies tailored to their evolving financial goals and circumstances. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his high school diploma from Columbia. Outside of his professional work, John lives in Montclair, New Jersey with his family and has volunteered for eight years as a coach for the Montclair Lacrosse Club.

Michele Matice is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She focuses on helping individuals and families achieve financial success by understanding their personal goals and aspirations. Michele provides personalized wealth management strategies and integrates investment insights from Merrill with banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to support her clients' financial objectives. Her career transitioned from Corporate America to wealth management, with a particular interest in the impact of technology on markets and families globally. Michele holds a Master's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan System and a High School Diploma from Seaholm High. She has earned professional designations as a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Michele participates in community activities, including serving as Past President of BWGA and volunteering with Covenant House. Outside of work, she enjoys gardening, golfing, reading, yoga, and playing bridge.

Jordan Smith is a financial advisor with Merrill in Stamford, CT, holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked in educational roles at several high schools from 2012 to 2024. He is an executor in a non-investment-related capacity outside his advisory work. 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.

Robert Chilson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 31 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at BlackRock for 18 years before joining Merrill and Bank of America. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Charles Principato is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management who focuses on helping clients transform success into lasting financial impact. He works with early-career professionals and families to develop personalized strategies that include tax-efficient investing, custom lending solutions, estate planning, and comprehensive wealth management. His approach emphasizes clarity and confidence, aiming to simplify complex financial decisions and empower clients to achieve their goals. Charles brings expertise in corporate benefits, executive compensation, family wealth management, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management. He holds a Bachelor’s Degree from the University of Connecticut and completed a certificate program at Universidad de Salamanca. Charles is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is fluent in English and Spanish. Outside of his professional role, Charles is involved in several community organizations, including the Diocese of Bridgeport - Holy Spirit Stamford, New Covenant Center, and Saint Cecilia's Roman Catholic Church. He is also affiliated with professional groups such as the Catholic Finance Association and Young Catholic Professionals. His personal interests include hiking, fishing, biking, boxing, and other outdoor activities.

Wei Chen is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Wei applies a disciplined process that begins with understanding clients’ family dynamics, financial situations, and priorities. Wei focuses on crafting customized financial strategies to help clients pursue their goals, addressing investing and fiduciary responsibilities for institutions as well as wealth management needs for individuals and families. Since 2005, Wei has provided expertise in areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Wei holds several professional designations: Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Wei earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Connecticut and is fluent in English, Chinese, and German. Outside of work, Wei enjoys bicycling, hiking, cooking, antiquing, interior decorating, painting, photography, table tennis, and traveling. Wei is also committed to community involvement and volunteering with local organizations.

Dawn Bolling is a financial advisor with Merrill in Stamford, CT, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 28 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Inc. since 2003. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

John Porter is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His career includes roles at Merrill, Bank of America, N.A., and Bofa Securities, Inc. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Eric Beers is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides financial advisory services within the firm, assisting clients with wealth management strategies. Details about his prior experience, areas of expertise, education, or personal interests are not provided.

Benjamin Smiles is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been serving clients since 2015 as part of The Smiles Group, a wealth management team. He focuses on providing a comprehensive approach to wealth management that begins with understanding each client's family, financial situation, and priorities. Benjamin helps clients develop customized strategies tailored to their unique circumstances, allowing for flexibility as their needs evolve and market conditions change. He delivers access to the investment insights of Merrill Lynch and the banking services of Bank of America to address a broad range of financial aspects. With expertise spanning estate planning, investments, tax minimization, education funding, wealth transfer, and retirement income strategies, Benjamin works with high-net-worth clients to simplify their financial lives and prioritize their goals. He collaborates closely with a Wealth Management Lending Officer from Bank of America to offer strategic home financing guidance aligned with clients’ overall financial plans. Benjamin holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA) designation and is a recognized Retirement Benefits Consultant and Personal Investment Advisor. Benjamin completed high school at Stratton Mountain School and attended the University of Colorado System’s Leeds School of Business, though no degree was conferred. He resides in Ridgefield, Connecticut, with his wife, Meg, and their children, Lily and Charlie. His personal interests include skiing, surfing, sailing, and travel.

Casey Olsen is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years at the firm and three years of industry experience. Based in Stamford, CT, Olsen has worked solely with Merrill 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. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kevin Condon is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Stamford, CT. He specializes in providing personalized wealth management guidance and tailored financial strategies for affluent individuals, families, and small businesses, focusing on areas such as personal retirement planning, small business strategies, and tax minimization. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Mount Saint Mary's University and maintains professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Kevin applies his expertise through consistent communication and personalized financial planning to help clients meet their long-term goals. Kevin resides in Wilton, CT with his family. Outside of his financial advisory role, he teaches cycling at Equinox Fitness and enjoys running, cycling, golf, and skiing. He has also participated in community events such as the Autism Speaks NYC Marathon in 2011 and has been involved with Smilow Cancer Hospital.

Marite Ashley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2015. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Erjola Monka is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in serving ultra high net worth families, founders, and corporate leaders. She focuses on safeguarding and growing multi-generational wealth through institutional-level portfolio strategies combined with personalized guidance, emphasizing tax efficiency, legacy design, and liquidity management for significant life events. Her expertise includes advising clients on complex wealth matters such as liquidity strategies following business sales, philanthropic legacy creation, equity compensation for corporate executives, family office governance, and managing new-found capital for entrepreneurs. She provides integrated strategies that align investments, estate structures, and philanthropic goals, building client relationships based on discretion, trust, and results. Erjola holds a Bachelor's Degree from Manhattanville College and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. She engages with clients to develop strategies for preserving and expanding wealth, ensuring that each approach supports both current objectives and the long-term family vision. Outside of her professional responsibilities, her personal interests include cooking, golfing, and interior decorating.