Cincinnati, OH Walnut St Office

Nicholas Riordan is a financial advisor at The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan|Bruegge Group, a part of Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, joining the team in 2024. He brings over two decades of experience in corporate finance, asset management, and strategic planning to assist clients in achieving their financial goals. Before his current role, Nicholas served as a Business Development Officer and Senior Wealth Advisor at Fort Washington, a subsidiary of Western & Southern Financial Group, where he was responsible for managing endowments, foundations, and nonprofits. He also held positions as a global finance leader at Procter & Gamble and worked with KPMG leading advisory client engagements focused on mergers and acquisitions, accounting and tax issues, and process optimization. In his current work, he leads business development initiatives targeting entrepreneurs and business owners with complex investment and financial planning needs and serves as the team's director of philanthropy, providing tailored investment advice to endowments and foundations. Nicholas holds an MBA from the Carl H. Lindner College of Business at the University of Cincinnati and a BS in Economics and Accounting from the Farmer School of Business at Miami University. He is a Certified Public Accountant licensed in Ohio and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his professional pursuits, Nicholas serves on the board of the School of Creative and Performing Arts (SCPA) as Vice Chairman and has previously held board roles with Cancer Family Care, Starfire Council, American Diabetes Association (Cincinnati Chapter), and Cincinnati Children's Hospital Corporate Leadership Council. He has also been involved in leadership roles for multiple United Way campaigns. His personal interests include fitness, spending time outdoors, and family.

Matthew Dodds is Resident Director at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving as the business manager for The Evelo/Singer/Sullivan Group. He oversees the operations segment of the team, managing staff and internal control systems, preparing management reports and reviews, and ensuring compliance with industry regulations. His role supports the team’s focus on corporate executives, entrepreneurs, and ultra-high-net-worth families by streamlining operations and compliance functions. Matthew began his career with Merrill Lynch in 2000 and joined The Evelo/Singer/Sullivan Group in 2016. He holds a Bachelor of Business Administration degree with a concentration in Finance from the University of Cincinnati. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of work, Matthew enjoys golfing, hiking, traveling, and spending time with his wife and two daughters.

Kevin Bruegge is a Private Wealth Advisor and a principal partner with The Evelo | Singer | Sullivan | Bruegge Group. He has been with the team since 2002, serving affluent business owners with complex investment and wealth planning needs. Kevin takes a holistic approach to create customized portfolios that address each client family's personal wealth objectives and goals, focusing on aligning personal and business goals well before liquidity events. He is a Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA®) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). With over 20 years of experience, Kevin specializes in advising business owners on the decisions that precede and follow significant liquidity events. He helps clients maximize enterprise value, optimize after-tax outcomes, and transition their wealth with clarity and purpose. Kevin is known for his planning-first approach, working proactively with clients to position them to make informed decisions. His client focus areas include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, managing new wealth, women and wealth, sports & entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. Kevin graduated magna cum laude from Ohio University with a B.B.A. in Economics and Finance and holds an M.B.A. from Xavier University. He is actively involved in the community, serving on the advisory boards of The Salvation Army and the Cincinnati Parks Foundation.

Alexandra Christman is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and less than one year of industry experience. Her prior work experience includes roles at Buffalo Wild Wings and Lowe's. She completed her education at Robert Morris 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 strategies for a range of clients including individuals and institutions.

Braden Martini is a Private Wealth Advisor with The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan|Bruegge Group at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He works closely with senior corporate executives, advising on 10b5-1 trading plans, hedging and monetization, future selling or gifting of positions, while analyzing tax and regulatory implications. Braden specializes in areas such as executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, sports and entertainment, and tax minimization. He joined the team in 2005 as an intern through the co-op program at the University of Cincinnati and progressed through roles including Investment Analyst and Assistant Vice President. Braden obtained an MBA with a concentration in Finance from the Williams College of Business at Xavier University, and earned a bachelor's degree in Finance, Accounting, and International Business from the Carl H. Lindner Honors-PLUS Program at the University of Cincinnati. In 2017, he earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification. He has been named to the Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" list for 2024, 2025, and 2026 and is a member of the nationally ranked Evelo|Singer|Sullivan Group. Braden is actively involved in the Cincinnati community supporting education and community health programs. He is a committee member for the American Heart Association's Cincinnati Affiliate Men Go Red for Women campaign and supports organizations including the Freestore Foodbank and the Goering Center for Family and Private Business.

Jennifer Thompson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 21 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Morgan Stanley for eight years and Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated for 13 years. 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 strategies for a diverse client base including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Morgan Shover is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill and Bank of America, Shover worked at Medpace, Inc. and Deloitte Tax LLP. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the junior board of CHNK Behavioral Health, the alumni board of Beechwood Independent School, and is a member of the Cincinnati Parks Foundation, participating in fundraising and community event planning. 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 strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Alexandra Griffin is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2021. Prior to this, she was involved with EAT WELL, LLC from 2012 to 2020. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

David Ostmann is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Johnson Investment Counsel and JPMorgan Chase. 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. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Linnell Sullivan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Cincinnati, OH, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 35 years of industry experience. He has worked with Merrill since 2002 and with Bank of America, N.A. since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a committee member for the YWCA of Greater Cincinnati, contributing to their investment and finance committees. 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.

David Singer is a Private Wealth Advisor and partner with The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan|Bruegge Group, a nationally recognized wealth management team that serves affluent and ultra-affluent families across the United States. The group combines the focused attention of a boutique firm with the extensive resources of Merrill Private Wealth Management. David has been active in wealth management since 1991 and currently leads a team dedicated to developing customized strategies for clients with complex financial needs. His expertise includes creating tailored investment portfolios and financial strategies aimed at managing risk, addressing personal goals throughout life, and preserving wealth for future generations. David and his team focus on areas such as executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and philanthropic planning. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. David earned a bachelor's degree with dual majors in Economics and English Literature, along with a minor in Computational Mathematics from DePauw University, and a master's degree from Xavier University. He is actively involved in the Cincinnati community and serves as the immediate past chairman of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Cincinnati. His personal interests include running, boating, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Hope Willen is a financial advisor at Merrill with 13 years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2025, she worked at Fifth Third Bank for 23 years. Outside of her advisory role, she provides product reviews for Amazon and serves as a power of attorney for two non-investment-related businesses. 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, providing model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a variety of individual and institutional clients.

Allison Doll is a financial advisor with Merrill in Cincinnati, OH, holding a Series 66 designation and bringing 17 years of industry experience. She has worked at Merrill since 2008 and at Bank of America, N.A. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Steven Claar is a Private Wealth Advisor at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He partners with The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan Group, a nationally recognized private wealth management team, where he directs economic and market research, portfolio management, trading, and due diligence across asset classes and investment funds. Steven works closely with affluent families to advise them on financial strategies aimed at pursuing their long-term wealth goals. Since joining The Evelo|Singer|Sullivan Group in 2007, Steven has chaired the team's Investment Policy Committee, which sets strategic asset and style allocations within the guidelines of each client's personal wealth management plan. His areas of focus include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Steven graduated Summa Cum Laude with a B.S.B.A. concentrating in Finance from Xavier University. He holds the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and is active in the CFA Society of Cincinnati. Outside of his professional work, Steven enjoys chess, fishing, football, golfing, hiking, running, and spending time with his family.

Amanda Fessler is a financial advisor with Merrill in Cincinnati, Ohio, holding a Series 66 designation and 13 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated since 2011 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2019. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for Kenzie's Closet, a charitable organization. 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.