Dallas, TX Office

Wendy Messmann is a financial advisor with Merrill in Dallas, TX, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and bringing 12 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2003. Outside of her advisory role, Messmann serves as a board member of The Junior League of Dallas and has participated as a co-chair for its Milestone Luncheon fundraiser. Merrill, along 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 serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Kelly Bolton is a Senior Financial Advisor and the founder of Bolton and Associates Wealth Management with Merrill. She holds the Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC) designations. Kelly is a Managing Director with extensive expertise in investment and asset management, working to help families, businesses, and foundations achieve financial well-being while preserving and growing their wealth. Her practice is committed to providing attentive and consistent care to clients with simplicity and transparency. Kelly graduated from the University of Alabama System with a bachelor's degree. Throughout her career, she has received various recognitions, including the David Brady Award from Merrill in 2002. She has been named to Forbes' "Best-In-State Wealth Advisor" list from 2018 through 2026 and has been recognized on Forbes' "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State" list from 2022 through 2026. Additionally, Bolton and Associates has been awarded Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Management Team" list from 2023 through 2026. Kelly is also a recipient of SHOOK Research and Working Mother magazine's "Top Wealth Advisor Moms" list for several years. Outside of her professional responsibilities, Kelly is involved in her community through organizations such as the Community Foundation of Memphis, March of Dimes, Poplar Pike Arts Foundation, and Regional One Medical Center.

Carolyn Davila is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. She holds Series 66 and Series 63 licenses and has worked previously at Edward Jones and LPL Financial. She is based in Dallas, TX. 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, and institutions.

Charlotte Logann is a financial advisor at Merrill with 33 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 1984. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an executor for a friend. 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.