Brendan Guilday is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He employs a consultative and objective approach to wealth management, working closely with clients to develop sophisticated financial strategies that extend beyond traditional investing. Brendan assists clients in building and transferring wealth, managing liquidity needs, planning for education costs, and maintaining sufficient retirement income. He also supports non-profit organizations by ensuring their endowments adhere to established investment guidelines. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2012, Brendan has leveraged the firm's extensive wealth management capabilities and Bank of America's banking services to provide comprehensive financial solutions. His practice areas include divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, and socially responsible investing, among others. Brendan's work has been recognized by Forbes, which named him to the "Top Next-Gen Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" list for multiple years. Brendan graduated from St. Vincent College with a Bachelor of Science in Finance and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation, along with additional credentials including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR, Personal Investment Advisor, and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor. He is a native of the DC Metropolitan area and currently resides in North Potomac, Maryland. Outside of his professional activities, Brendan has personal interests in basketball, football, golfing, ice hockey, and music.

Nicole Nydish is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked at UBS Financial Services and MN Design Group. Outside of her advisory role, she assists with billing and administrative tasks at her husband's graphic design firm. 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.

George Adams is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he develops personalized financial strategies tailored to clients' individual goals and current market conditions. He also provides access to investment insights from Merrill and the banking and lending solutions offered by Bank of America. George holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University. He is engaged in community activities and spends time volunteering with local organizations, reflecting Merrill’s tradition of community involvement.

Gerald Britton is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been advising clients in the financial services industry for over 20 years, focusing on areas such as institutional consulting, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and services tailored for endowments, foundations, non-profits, and defined benefit plans. Mr. Britton holds a Bachelor's Degree from Long Island University and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a member of the NAACP and maintains active community involvement through this organization. Outside of his professional commitments, Gerald Britton has personal interests in basketball, music, and swimming.

Alisa Patton is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 designation and 17 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2006 and is also associated with Bank of America, N.A., where she has worked since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Malik Moore is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill, bringing nine years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill since 2016 and has been with Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. In addition to his financial career, Moore has been involved with Morgan State 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. The firm offers both model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Jacqueline Hughes is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works with individuals and families to provide clarity and confidence in their financial lives, especially during periods of change or complexity. Her approach centers on listening and building thoughtful, long-term plans that evolve as clients' goals, careers, and families change. Jacqueline helps clients navigate financial decision-making by focusing on their values, goals, and life circumstances. Jacqueline's expertise includes college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, tax minimization, and retirement income. She is committed to creating a collaborative environment where clients feel comfortable asking questions and making informed decisions. Jacqueline also emphasizes supporting women investors through a personalized, planning-led approach. A native of the Washington, D.C. area, Jacqueline earned a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Virginia Polytechnic Institute & State University (Virginia Tech). She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is a member of the Society of Financial Service Professionals. Outside of her professional role, Jacqueline enjoys an active lifestyle with interests in basketball, boxing, photography, running, swimming, tennis, traveling, and yoga. She values spending time with her family and stays involved in the local community through organizations such as Alex's Lemonade Stand and Food for Others.

Laura Torres is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2005. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved part-time with BroCo Vending Ltd, a corporation that sells concert merchandise. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Brian Cruz is a financial advisor with Merrill in Washington, DC, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2022, he worked in academic roles at George Mason University and Northern Virginia Community College. Outside of finance, he has been employed as a waiter at Chuy's Restaurants for over seven 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 diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Morris Clarke is a financial advisor with Merrill and holds Series 65 and Series 66 licenses. He has 20 years of industry experience, including roles at Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, and Barclays Capital. Clarke serves on the advisory board for Howard University’s School of Business, providing guidance on employment preparation for students. He is also the owner of Atwell Clarke Collective LLC, a holding company for a piece of art purchased jointly with his brother. 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, delivering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Prem Bajaj is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Prem completed an Accredited Certificate Program from the University of Pennsylvania.

David Powell is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in financial services. He specializes in assisting individuals, families, business owners, and corporate clients with personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and socially responsible investment strategies, including ESG investing. David also supports corporations, non-profits, endowments, and associations in managing retirement plans and business financial needs. David holds multiple 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). His education includes a high school diploma from St Josephs High School and attendance at the University of California Davis. In addition to his professional work, David enjoys adventure sports, antiquing, golfing, and music. He is also a collector and restorer of classic cars, a hobby that informs his patient and detail-oriented approach to wealth management. David works closely with clients and their trusted advisors to deliver customized financial strategies aimed at meeting their long-term goals.

Lauren Holmes is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In her role as a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, she collaborates with clients to understand their financial priorities and develop strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term financial goals. She provides resources and guidance covering a broad range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and education planning. She also connects clients to Bank of America specialists for services such as banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Lauren's expertise spans areas such as college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, philanthropic planning, retirement income, and services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. She works closely with clients to define goals and create portfolio strategies designed to meet their needs, offering ongoing advice and adjustments as circumstances change. She holds a Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University and has earned professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of her professional work, Lauren enjoys activities such as boating, cooking, dancing, ice hockey, pickleball, skiing, watching movies, writing, and yoga.

Vishal Patel is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He collaborates with professionals, executives, business owners, and families to navigate important financial decisions with clarity and confidence. Vishal works closely with the Evolve Wealth Management Group in Washington, DC, providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients' life priorities and goals. His expertise includes divorce transition planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategy, and tax minimization. Vishal emphasizes understanding the full financial picture and addressing both obvious and less apparent financial risks through thoughtful questions and strategic planning. Vishal holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is fluent in English and Gujarati. Outside of his professional role, he participates in community volunteering through Merrill's tradition of service. His personal interests include basketball, cooking, football, golfing, music, photography, reading, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Zachary Garlitos is a financial advisor at Merrill with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and previously worked at Bank of America and Think Food Group. He has also been affiliated with George Washington University. 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.

Abd El Kareem Hamad is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in the Washington D.C. area. In his role, he works closely with individuals and families to develop personalized investment strategies aimed at achieving their financial goals. He provides ongoing investing advice and connects clients with banking and lending services offered by Bank of America. Kareem's areas of expertise include education planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, socially responsible and values-based investing, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. Kareem earned a Bachelor's Degree from George Mason University and is fluent in Arabic and English. Outside of his professional work, Kareem is involved with the community organization 703 Warriors and enjoys music, pickleball, soccer, and watching movies.

Joe Emerusabe is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Washington, D.C. He serves high-net-worth individuals, families, and nonprofit organizations across the country, including corporate executives with equity compensation, business owners, attorneys, physicians, government officials, and professionals in private equity and venture capital. Joe offers a wealth management experience that connects all aspects of clients’ financial lives, providing guidance on retirement planning, wealth preservation, education funding, estate and philanthropic planning, and portfolio management. With a focus on a goals-based approach, Joe develops tailored financial strategies by understanding clients’ investment objectives, risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and implementation costs. He emphasizes minimizing risk, reducing fees, and managing taxes efficiently. Joe holds professional designations as a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a dual degree in International Affairs and Organizational Management from Gettysburg College, where he also captained the men's basketball team. Outside of his professional work, Joe enjoys spending time with his family, playing basketball with friends, and attending sporting events in Washington, D.C. He previously served as Director of The LiftEd Project, Washington DC Chapter from 2017 to 2020.

David Andreadis is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 33 years of experience delivering customized wealth management, financial planning, and asset protection strategies to high net-worth clients. David focuses on investment management, combining modern portfolio theory with cash flow analytics to build and manage client portfolios for the long term. He prioritizes the relationship aspect of his practice by taking a hands-on, personal approach, emphasizing listening closely to his clients. Throughout his career, David has earned several professional designations, including Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), Certified Portfolio Manager® from Columbia University, Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Certified Exit Planning Advisor® (CEPA®). These certifications have enhanced his ability to address complex financial issues and important client goals. David holds a Bachelor of Science degree in finance from the University of Maryland. He also maintains FINRA Series 7, 31, and 66 securities registrations in addition to licenses in health, life, variable annuity, and variable life insurance. He resides in Darnestown, MD with his wife, Margaret.

Gabriella Barbuto is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and a partner of The Barbuto Team. She works alongside her father, Robert Barbuto, providing comprehensive wealth management strategies that address estate planning and a holistic view of clients’ goals and values. Gabriella serves high-net-worth clients and executives, specializing in corporate executive services, employee benefits planning, equity compensation services, family wealth management, retirement income, and special needs planning. Gabriella holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in International Business Finance and Political Science from The George Washington University. She earned the Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®) designation through the Investments & Wealth Institute™ in conjunction with Yale University School of Management and holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation. Recognized by Forbes in August 2025 as a Best-in-State Next-Gen Advisor for Washington, DC, Gabriella brings a two-generational perspective to her practice. She is also a member of the National Italian American Foundation. Outside of her professional work, Gabriella is involved with the Wreaths Across America community initiative. She speaks English, French, and Italian and has personal interests that include adventure sports, hiking, music, skiing, surfing, and traveling.

D. Major Roman is a Financial Advisor associated with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he focuses on helping individuals, families, and business owners navigate financial decisions by providing personalized guidance and building long-term relationships based on trust. He works closely with clients to understand their unique goals and priorities, offering strategies to pursue short-, mid-, and long-term objectives. His areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and services tailored to the sports and entertainment sectors. As a Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor, he provides support ranging from general investing to retirement planning and saving for unexpected events. Additionally, he offers access to Bank of America specialists for banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. D. Major Roman holds a Bachelor's Degree from Yale University and holds professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional work, he has interests in basketball, football, music, reading, running, spending time with family, and watching movies.