David Winward II is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America and Merrill, as well as varied positions in the service and automotive industries. 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.

James Powner is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has worked at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith, Inc. since 1999, also affiliated with Bank of America since 2009. 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 across a range of client types, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Priyanka Kanth Singh is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at HSBC Bank Plc and HSBC Securities USA, Inc. Outside of her advisory role, Singh serves as a director for Friends of Prayas, a New Jersey-based nonprofit focused on welfare and social issues. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Michael Bleke is a financial advisor with Equitable Advisors in Woodbridge, NJ, holding a Series 66 designation and 21 years of industry experience. He has been with Equitable Advisors since 2004, including its predecessor Axa Advisors. Outside of his advisory role, he owns MB Luxury Auto Group. Equitable Advisors serves individual investors, retirement plan sponsors, corporations, and charitable organizations by providing financial planning, retirement-plan support, and access to asset management through LPL programs and third-party asset managers. The firm employs a hybrid referral and implementation model, offering both advisory and brokerage/insurance services tailored to client goals and risk profiles.

Brian Coelho is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works directly with individuals and families to develop personalized investment plans and tax-efficient retirement strategies. Brian specializes in retirement income planning, IRA rollovers, and integrating investment strategies within the Merrill Lynch and Bank of America ecosystem. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Economics from Pennsylvania State University and has a professional designation as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His professional background includes roles in financial compliance and risk analysis, as well as advisory experience at Equitable Advisors and Merrill Lynch. Outside of his professional work, Brian enjoys activities such as golfing, baseball, ice hockey, running, and traveling. He values preparation, teamwork, and discipline, which he applies in his client relationships.

Jeremiah Mc Namara is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 63 credential and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following six years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a broader range of financial products including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Terrence Murphy is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 28 years of industry experience. His work history includes positions at Bank of America, Pruco Securities, Prudential Insurance, Eagle Strategies, and New York Life Insurance. Outside of advising, he is involved in real estate referrals through Keller Williams. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients via the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Sandeep Grewal is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He previously worked at RBC from 2020 to 2022 and has held various other positions in financial services and related fields. Merrill 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.

Saivamsi Polavarapu is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America, N.A. He attended Rutgers University from 2017 to 2021. 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 plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Chantley Thomas is a financial advisor at Primerica Advisors with industry experience spanning one year. Thomas holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has prior work experience at Bristol Myers Squibb, Iqvia, Campbell University College of Pharmacy, and CVS Pharmacy. Outside of financial advising, Thomas is president of Thomas Multiservices LLC, a non-investment-related business. Primerica Advisors manages a wrap-fee asset management program serving individual, corporate, and charitable clients. The firm relies on model-delivery strategies managed by unaffiliated asset managers and supports clients through a network of nearly 3,700 advisors and over $15 billion in assets under management.

Liam Drumm is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and less than one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at CAIS, Creative Dock, and Morgan Stanley. Outside of finance, he has worked in various fields such as education and hospitality. 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.

Heena Dhruv is a financial advisor with LPL Financial based in Princeton, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Van Leeuwen & Co., Bank of America, First Manhattan Co, and AXA Equitable. She is involved with Van Leeuwen & Company, LLC, an entity related to her LPL business. LPL Financial is an SEC-registered investment adviser and broker-dealer serving individuals, retirement plans, banks, corporations, and charitable organizations through a national network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and financial planning services, utilizing research and model portfolios from LPL Research and third-party subadvisors.

James Barry is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch for over 22 years, having joined from Merck & Company's Vaccine Division where he gained experience in Corporate Finance and Strategic Planning. James assists a diverse client base including families, individuals, and institutions, focusing on tailored financial solutions that reflect each client's unique circumstances and goals. His expertise encompasses areas such as college education planning, executive compensation, legacy and philanthropic planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. James and his team prioritize understanding clients' needs to provide comprehensive service. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from Boston University and a Master's Degree from Rice University. He is also a Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). James is actively involved in his community, serving as Treasurer on the Chapin School Board of Trustees, Co-Chair of Rice University 360 since 2017, and Co-Chair of Rutgers University's BIG IDEAS Campaign. He lives in New Hope, PA, and Naples, FL with his family. His personal interests include baseball, golf, travel, music, reading, and spending time with his family.

Katherin Romero is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She has been with Merrill since 1996 and co-founded the Lugones & Romero Group. In her role, she assists clients and businesses in managing their wealth through a comprehensive approach that begins with listening to client needs and ensuring strategies align with their goals. Katherin serves a diverse clientele, including executives, retirees, entrepreneurs, and those in transition, focusing on areas such as family wealth management, personal retirement planning, legacy planning, and tax minimization. Katherin 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). She earned a Bachelor's Degree from Pennsylvania State University. Recognized for her professional achievements, she has been named multiple times to the Forbes "America's Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" and "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" lists, and to the Working Mother/SHOOK Research's "Top Wealth Advisor Moms" list. She is a past president and member of the Junior League of Greater Princeton. Fluent in Spanish, Katherin and her husband reside in Bucks County, Pennsylvania, with their two children. Outside of her professional commitments, she enjoys cooking, golfing, skiing, tennis, traveling, and spending time with her family. She is involved in community organizations including Rise, Arm and Arm, and HomeFront.

Nicholas Mcfadden is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing eight years of industry experience. His work history includes roles at Bank of America, JPMorgan Chase, PNC, and Wells Fargo. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Jean Hughes is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 35 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2004. Outside of her advisory role, she has a non-investment related gas lease agreement on property jointly owned with her spouse. 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.

Usman Shabbir is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in guiding high-net-worth families and institutions through comprehensive wealth management and treasury strategies. Usman focuses on personalized financial planning, appropriate investment solutions, and long-term growth to provide clarity and confidence in complex financial landscapes. His expertise includes equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, portfolio management, tax minimization, retirement income planning, and managing new wealth. Usman holds a Master’s Degree from Saint Mary’s College of California and a Bachelor’s Degree from the California State University System. He also holds the designation of Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Usman participates in community service, volunteering with organizations such as the Food Banks of Bay Area. Outside of work, he enjoys adventure sports, basketball, biking, boxing, golfing, spending time with his family, and watching movies.

Christopher Dodds is a financial advisor with Merrill in Pennington, NJ, holding a Series 66 credential and nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Commonwealth Financial Network, Mid Atlantic Resource Group, Minnesota Life Insurance Company, and Securian Financial Services. He has been with Merrill since 2021. 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 investors, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Frank Fata is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2010. 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.

Kai Chen is a financial advisor at J.P. Morgan Securities with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at J.P. Morgan Securities and JPMorgan Chase Bank since 2020. Prior to his financial services career, he held roles at HomeGoods and Ikea. J.P. Morgan Securities LLC provides institutional consulting services to corporations, foundations, and defined contribution plan sponsors, offering asset allocation advice, investment manager searches, and customized performance reporting through a select group of Wealth Advisors. As a subsidiary of J.P. Morgan, the firm combines institutional advisory capabilities with brokerage, distribution, and investment management functions.