Louise Burke is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2013, also affiliated with Bank of America N.A. since 2022. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Jonathan Betancourt is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2013. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sidney Williams is a Team Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining the firm in 2014, he has developed a reputation as a reliable resource for clients, handling various needs such as funds transfers and reconciliations. He focuses on delivering a high standard of service across multiple areas including college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and services tailored to endowments, foundations, non-profits, and defined benefit plans. Sidney holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a high school diploma or GED from Southern Illinois University System and obtained a bachelor's degree from DeVry University. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Sidney enjoys activities such as billiards, bowling, chess, golfing, hiking, skiing, swimming, tennis, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Joyce Mayernick is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She serves a diverse clientele that includes individuals, families, federal employees and contractors, active-duty and retired military members, and aviation professionals. Joyce works closely with her clients to address a broad range of financial needs such as retirement planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, and portfolio management services. She emphasizes building strong relationships to develop strategies tailored to her clients' unique goals and challenges. Joyce began her career in financial services in 2008 as a Private Equity Analyst and later founded her own event planning firm before returning to wealth management in 2022. She holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her degree from the State University of New York at Geneseo. In addition to her financial expertise, Joyce is active in professional organizations including LEAD for Women and the National Association of Women Business Owners (NAWBO). Her community involvement includes serving as an Ombudsman for the U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Sacramento and participation with the United Service Organizations (USO). Joyce resides in Alexandria, Virginia, with her husband and enjoys interests such as basketball, cooking, golf, skiing, interior decorating, traveling, and spending time with family.

Joseph Green is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and four years of industry experience. His background includes roles at Verizon Wireless and American Councils for International Education prior to joining Merrill. 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 a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Andrew Pritsios is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He focuses on helping clients with college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, portfolio management services, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. His role involves integrating thoughtful planning, disciplined portfolio management, and long-term strategic vision to support clients' financial goals throughout every stage of life. Andrew began his career in financial services in 2000 and has held positions involving investment banking, institutional trading, and investment strategy. He currently works closely with clients to design customized financial plans, implement trust and estate strategies, and structure solutions that promote tax efficiency, asset protection, and legacy preservation. He collaborates with clients' legal and tax advisors to ensure alignment with their values and prepares wealth for transition across generations. He holds a bachelor's degree from Bucknell University and maintains the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of work, Andrew enjoys biking, cooking, golfing, music, running, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Emily Grace is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She is part of the Grace Team, a multigenerational family team with over five decades of combined experience in financial advising. Emily joined the team in 2018, working alongside her father, Bill Grace, who has been with Merrill Lynch since 1975, and her husband, James Grant, who joined in 2022. Emily's areas of expertise include education planning, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, personal retirement planning, individual and corporate investment strategy, and retirement income. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from Hamilton College. Outside of her professional work, Emily enjoys skiing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with her family.

Elijah Smith is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at both Merrill and Bank of America since 2016. Merrill provides managed account services through its 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.

Elizabeth Shepard is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since starting her career in 1980 with Merrill Lynch, she has focused on guiding clients through financial planning, developing strategies based on their risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and investment goals. Elizabeth collaborates closely with her son, Daniel Straub, who joined her team in 2017. Elizabeth earned a bachelor's degree from Florida State University and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. Her expertise includes family wealth management, philanthropic planning, retirement income strategies, tax minimization, and socially responsible investing. She has also earned professional designations such as CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA), and Sports & Entertainment (SE). In addition to her professional work, Elizabeth is actively involved in community efforts. She has served as a Corporate Committee member for Georgetown University's Lombardi Cancer Center for 20 years and has been engaged in fundraising for cancer-related causes. Elizabeth is an active member of the Nantucket Garden Club. Her personal interests include cooking, gardening, interior decorating, knitting, running marathons, and swimming.

James Arrison is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been providing financial advice and guidance since 2005. He works with individuals and families to develop, implement, and review investment strategies and financial plans designed to grow and preserve their wealth, addressing areas such as retirement planning, education funding, wealth transfer, and wealth preservation. James emphasizes asset allocation modeling with a focus on cash flow strategies and tax minimization, collaborating with clients' other advisors when appropriate. Before joining Merrill Lynch, James served as a Naval Officer from 1992 to 1998 and subsequently worked as a senior business and technology consultant in the electric and gas utility sector until 2005. He holds a bachelor's degree in computer science from the U.S. Naval Academy and an MBA in technology management from the University of Phoenix. He also holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James is actively involved in his community, having served as a director and president of Navy League chapters and currently serving as a Trustee for the U.S. Naval Academy Foundation Athletic and Scholarship Programs. He participates in youth ministries focused on local high school students and enjoys boating, camping, golfing, hiking, hunting, reading, skiing, surfing, woodworking, and spending time with his family. James lives in McLean, Virginia, with his wife of over 30 years and their youngest son.

James Grant is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He brings a unique perspective to wealth management, combining his extensive experience in political risk and energy market analysis with his academic background in international economics. Before joining Merrill Lynch, James spent over a decade analyzing global growth trends, commodities, climate issues, and international security. This expertise complements his team's strengths in financial strategy design, estate planning, and portfolio management. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. James earned a Bachelor's Degree from Bates College and a Master's Degree from Johns Hopkins University SAIS. He works alongside his wife Emily and her father Bill Grace at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management.

William Hitt is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Washington, DC. He holds a Series 66 designation and has five years of experience with Merrill, following prior roles at Millie's Spring Valley and Southern Methodist University. 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 institutions.

Evan Pietras is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in the Washington, DC Metropolitan area. He joined Evolve Wealth Management Group, formerly MKBH & Associates, in 2022 after spending seven years with another wealth management firm. Evan supports attorneys, corporate executives, and individuals navigating significant life events such as marriage, child planning, promotions, job changes, and retirement. Evan holds a Bachelor's Degree from James Madison University and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His approach involves understanding clients' life priorities to build personalized financial plans that reflect their goals and aspirations. He focuses on areas including college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income planning. In addition to his professional work, Evan is involved with community organizations such as Lucky Dog Animal Rescue and TeamEsteem.

Peter Lamade is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Bank of America and 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Scott Clayton is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 credential and four years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at AARP and CGI Inc., as well as several years of self-employment as a consultant. 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 with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Celandra Deane Bess is a financial advisor at Merrill with 15 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and previously worked for PNC Financial Services Group for 11 years. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member for Lift DC, a nonprofit supporting economic empowerment, and is on the Board of Trustees for Arena Stage, a theater and theater education organization. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Zachary Tripoli is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He serves individuals and businesses by providing tax-efficient investment management and comprehensive financial planning aimed at helping clients pursue their personal and family goals. His areas of focus include family wealth management strategies, retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, socially responsible and values-based investing, as well as tax minimization and retirement income. Zachary holds a Bachelor’s Degree from Siena College and has earned professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He emphasizes integrity, transparency, and honesty in his client relationships and is dedicated to educating clients to make informed financial decisions. Outside of his professional work, Zachary is involved with several community organizations such as the American Red Cross, Capital Area Food Bank, and Special Olympics USA. His personal interests include baseball, basketball, camping, football, music, photography, reading, skiing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Suzanne Skradski is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2006, with a brief tenure at Bofa Securities, Inc. 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Gabriela Guardia is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2006. Outside of her advisory role, she is a general partner and managing member of several non-investment entities in Costa Rica related to inherited family property. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Justin Gaither is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management and serves as the senior partner of The Group AG, a multi-generational team that focuses on simplifying the complexities of clients' financial lives. He began his career at Merrill over 20 years ago and holds a bachelor's degree in economics from Georgetown University. Justin is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) certificant and also holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation. Justin's expertise lies in helping clients achieve their financial goals through thoughtful advice and a disciplined approach. His primary client focus areas include college education planning, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as sports and entertainment. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager capable of providing traditional advice, guidance, and managing personalized or defined investment strategies, including discretionary management through the firm's Investment Advisory Program. He is actively involved in his community, serving on the Board of Directors for SOUL (Students Organized to Understand Leadership) and co-founding the Merrill, Washington, DC Community Service Board. Justin and his family reside in Bethesda, MD, and outside of his professional work, he enjoys baseball, basketball, boating, football, hiking, spending time with his family, and traveling.