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Jose Edery is a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has over 15 years of experience in financial advising, specializing in serving ultra-high-net-worth domestic and international families and business owners. Jose focuses on wealth preservation, discretionary portfolio management, tax-efficient planning strategies, multigenerational wealth transfer, and legacy planning. He is skilled in navigating both international and domestic markets and assists clients with comprehensive financial planning, including college education planning, retirement income, and tax minimization. Jose holds a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science Engineering and a Master of Business Administration with a specialization in Finance from Universidad Metropolitana. Additionally, he has completed an Accredited Certificate Program from Yale University. He holds the Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. Prior to his financial advising career, Jose spent more than a decade in a multinational software corporation, culminating in a role as Sales Director for the Andean Central America and Caribbean regions. Outside of work, Jose is married and a father of three sons. He enjoys basketball, including watching the Miami Heat games with his family, traveling, biking, and maintaining an active lifestyle.

Sara Robledo Gaviria is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley Smith Barney LLC, the University of Miami, Tech Data Corporation, and Guerra Financial Group. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Heather Corbalis is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2007, following one year at Publix. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a trustee for a family trust unrelated to investments. 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.

Leslie Gonzalez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 24 years of industry experience. She has held her current position at Merrill since 2009 and 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, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Marc Leffin is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, joining the firm in 2022. He specializes in developing wealth management strategies tailored for high net-worth individuals, families, and business owners, aiming to support their short- and long-term financial objectives. Prior to his current role, Marc accumulated extensive experience as a Chief Financial Officer in the private sector for ten years. He also has a background as a Financial Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Morgan Stanley and UBS Financial Services. Marc holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from Long Island University in New York and a Bachelor of Arts in International Business Administration from the European Business School in London. He has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation and is proficient in English and German. Marc works collaboratively with a team of Financial Advisors with a collective market experience of over 50 years. Outside his professional responsibilities, Marc is involved with the Peace Education Foundation. He lives in South Florida with his wife and two daughters and enjoys activities such as running, gardening, golfing, hiking, reading, skiing, soccer, tennis, and traveling.

Mayra Ramirez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. She has been with Merrill since 2012. 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 King is a financial advisor with Merrill based in Aventura, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and 26 years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, King serves as a Trustee and Chair of the Finance Committee for Miami Country Day School, where he also sits on the alumni board. Merrill serves a diverse client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by providing managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm offers a wide range of investment strategies overseen by a central CIO and platform team, with notable integration into the Bank of America network supporting its trading and capital markets capabilities.

Luis Santos is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo Clearing. 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.

Joel Fishkin is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, a role he has held since 2011. He specializes in integrated wealth management, including investment management, retirement income, long-term care, and legacy planning. Joel is a qualified Portfolio Manager in Merrill's Investment Advisory Program, responsible for designing and implementing personalized portfolio strategies tailored to clients' risk tolerance, financial goals, and tax considerations. His client base includes professionals, pre-retirees, retirees, families with multigenerational wealth, business owners, and individuals with complex financial needs. Joel focuses on personalized wealth planning and proactive management to support clients' long-term financial success. His expertise encompasses college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and services for defined benefit plans. Joel holds a Bachelor's Degree from Glendale University and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He is active in community organizations, including the Mount Sinai Medical Center Young Presidents, the United Way as a Pioneer Leader, and the Hollywood Wildcats Teen Soccer League. He also supports the Hollywood YMCA, USPSA Junior Shooting Programs, and the Greater Miami Humane Society HOPE Program. Outside of work, Joel enjoys boating, music, photography, tennis, and traveling.

Iriz Aldabert is a financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has previously worked at Morgan Stanley and Wells Fargo. Aldabert is based in Aventura, FL. 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.

Jesus Romero is a financial advisor with Merrill in Aventura, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 41 years of industry experience. He has worked at Bank of America and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated 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, offering a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Miguel Ortiz is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with individuals, families, and business owners to simplify complex financial decisions and develop strategies designed to pursue their goals with confidence. His approach involves understanding what is most important to each client and providing personalized guidance and proactive solutions tailored to their evolving needs. He specializes in areas such as college education planning, employee benefits planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, women and wealth, and tax minimization. Miguel integrates resources from Merrill and Bank of America to help clients coordinate their banking, lending, investment, retirement, and wealth transfer strategies under one relationship. Miguel holds a Bachelor's Degree from Florida International University and has completed accredited certificate programs at Florida International University, The University of Chicago, and the Investments and Wealth Institute. He has earned the professional designations of Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a member of the Investments & Wealth Institute and is involved with community organizations including Camillus House and The Biltmore Village.

Maria Soria is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with Merrill since 2013. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved in family-owned real estate ventures and has a real estate license used exclusively for transactions involving properties owned by herself or immediate family members. 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 overseen by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Bradley Lipkowitz serves as a Senior Resident Director and International Wealth Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he frequently travels domestically and internationally to work closely with clients and their families, helping them pursue their financial goals through personalized wealth management strategies. He integrates investment insights from Merrill and banking and lending solutions from Bank of America to provide a comprehensive approach to managing clients’ financial needs. Bradley began his career at Merrill in 2005 after interning there during college, and he has been part of various leadership teams within the Southeast Division, Miami Americas Market, and Greater Fort Lauderdale Market. His expertise includes international wealth management, family wealth strategies, legacy planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, as well as supporting diverse client groups such as women and the LGBT community. He emphasizes thoughtful planning of assets and liabilities to help clients deploy their wealth more strategically. He holds a Bachelor’s degree from the University of Iowa and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Beyond his professional commitments, Bradley is engaged in community volunteering, aligning with Merrill’s tradition of service. He enjoys spending time with his wife, daughters, and friends, and his personal interests include baseball, football, golfing, hiking, cooking, traveling, watching movies, writing, and practicing yoga.

Gwenaelle Romain is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she has been advising clients for over two decades. She works with individuals and families facing complex financial situations, focusing on clarity, discretion, and long-term strategic planning. Gwen's approach emphasizes thoughtful planning and disciplined execution to help clients preserve and grow their wealth across generations. With more than 22 years of experience in the financial services industry, Gwen offers expertise in areas including family wealth management, retirement income, education planning, and portfolio management. She holds multiple professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA). She began her career as a portfolio analyst before earning these credentials and has been refining a planning-driven advisory practice since joining Merrill in 2016. Gwen holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida and is fluent in English and French. She is active in community organizations such as Hands On Broward/Financial Opportunity Corp and the Orange Bowl Leadership Academy. Residing in North Miami Beach, she balances her professional role with personal interests including boating, cooking, dancing, horseback riding, tennis, traveling, volleyball, yoga, and spending time with her family.