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Harris Katz Jr. is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in assisting individuals and families with long-term financial strategies aligned with their goals. His client focus areas include family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, sports & entertainment, and retirement income. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida and carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Harris is committed to building meaningful relationships by understanding each client's unique financial needs and providing thoughtful guidance that helps them make informed decisions with confidence. His mission is to provide personalized financial guidance that helps clients build, preserve, and manage their wealth with confidence. Outside of his professional work, Harris enjoys basketball, boating, fishing, football, pickleball, running, swimming, traveling, and watching movies.

Bianca Rodriguesde Oliveira is a financial advisor with Merrill holding a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. Her work history includes roles at Bank of America and Astra Acquisitions, among others. She has also been involved with El Sol Jupiter's Resource Center. 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

David Friedlander is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides modern and sophisticated wealth management services aimed at helping clients reach their financial goals. He holds bachelor's degrees in Marketing and International Business from Indiana University and an MBA in Finance and Real Estate from DePaul University. David holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®) designations. His expertise includes college education planning, employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, LGBT wealth planning, personal retirement planning, women and wealth, sports & entertainment, tax minimization, and retirement income. David is involved in his community through roles such as former board member of the JCC of the Palm Beaches and Temple Beth El, committee member of Temple Beth El, member of the Wexner Foundation, leadership with the YMCA Indian Princess group, and participation in the Federation of Palm Beaches. Outside of work, he enjoys an active lifestyle, spending time with family and friends, and coaching youth sports including soccer and baseball.

David Conrad is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since joining Merrill in 1996, he has served in various leadership roles including Market Executive positions for the North Metro Detroit Market, the Chicago North Market, and the Boca Tropics Market. He has over 30 years of experience in the financial services and wealth management industry. David uses a holistic goals-based planning approach to provide customized wealth management strategies and investment advice. His expertise encompasses corporate executive services, family wealth management, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP®), Certified Private Wealth Advisor® (CPWA®), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), and Chartered Life Underwriter® (CLU®). David earned a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a major in Marketing from Western Illinois University and a Master's degree in Business Administration from Loyola University Chicago. He serves on the Board of Directors of Student Aces, a Palm Beach County organization focused on character and leadership development for high school student athletes. David lives in Delray Beach, Florida with his wife Jen and their three children. His personal interests include cooking, football, golfing, spending time with family, and traveling.

Jeffrey Phipps II is a financial advisor at Merrill with 32 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Merrill Lynch since 2008, as well as Bank of America since 2011 and Janney Montgomery Scott from 2005 to 2008. Outside of his advisory role, he is employed in retail sales at several men’s apparel and restaurant businesses in New York. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services 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.

Faith Heeg is a financial advisor with Merrill in Delray Beach, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and with 43 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 1978. 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.

I Plaza is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He is a senior member of a five-member advisory team that serves the wealth management needs of affluent families, senior corporate executives, business owners, and tax-exempt organizations in the Wilmington, Delaware area and the surrounding metro Philadelphia region. His expertise includes developing comprehensive wealth strategies for high-net-worth clients, encompassing core asset management, retirement and estate planning, concentrated stock risk management and monetization strategies, non-traditional alternative investments, and specialized lending through Bank of America, N.A. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification. I Plaza began his career in the financial services industry in 1986 and joined Merrill Lynch in Wilmington, Delaware, in 1989 as a Senior Financial Advisor. He received his undergraduate education in Finance from Drexel University and attended West Chester University without degree conferral. I Plaza is active in his community and has served in leadership roles including membership on the Board of Trustees for Ursuline Academy School for Girls and the Philadelphia Film Society. He previously served as a Board Member and Treasurer for the Wilmington Rotary Club, where he was recognized with the Paul Harris Fellow award, and as a Board Member of the Delaware Symphony Orchestra. He is also a former board member of the Art Consortium of Delaware and the former President and Founder of the Wilmington Business Group.

Brandon Murray is a Financial Advisor and Senior Portfolio Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in goals-based wealth management strategies and managing custom investment strategies on a discretionary basis. Brandon has been with Merrill Lynch since 2018, focusing on portfolio management and financial planning. He holds a Bachelor's degree and an MBA from the College of Charleston. Brandon is a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, he gained experience at Northwestern Mutual and Banker's Life, enhancing his expertise in insurance planning and long-term care solutions. Brandon is a former collegiate and professional baseball player and is involved with the College of Charleston Alumni Association. He enjoys baseball, basketball, billiards, golfing, reading, soccer, swimming, and traveling. He lives with his wife Carly and their two children, Riley and Ryan.

Melika Assadi is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in connecting clients to the people, plans, and processes that align with their unique ambitions. Melika works closely with clients to pursue personal goals such as funding education, planning for retirement and potential health care costs, and achieving long-term family objectives. Holding the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation, Melika applies her expertise to create personalized financial plans that reflect her clients' individual perspectives and priorities. She strives to bring simplicity and transparency to wealth planning, aiming to make the investment process a manageable and goal-oriented experience. Melika earned her Bachelor's Degree from the University of Florida. She emphasizes connecting all aspects of a client's financial life to help prioritize and pursue goals that matter most.

Vanessa Miranda is a financial advisor at Merrill with 20 years at the firm and 3 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation. Outside of her advisory role, she owns an online business specializing in paper party goods and stationery. 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, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations with model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Gregory Workman is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in personalized wealth management strategies. He supports clients in areas such as family wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Gregory's approach emphasizes listening to clients to understand their priorities and creating strategies aligned with their financial goals. He holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Kentucky and the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Gregory aims to build long-term relationships and provide thoughtful guidance to help clients make confident financial decisions through every stage of life. Outside of his professional work, Gregory enjoys boating, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Gabriela Bias is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 63 designation and 27 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Wells Fargo Clearing and Wachovia Bank. Outside of finance, she is the president and owner of MIXFASHION INC., a small business selling fashion and custom jewelry. Merrill, alongside 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.

Seth Sigel is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, located in Delray Beach, Florida. He specializes in creating generational family wealth management plans, focusing on understanding each family's unique dynamics, values, and goals to craft tailored financial strategies. Seth aims to help families build and preserve wealth across generations through personalized wealth management planning. He holds several professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Seth earned his bachelor's degree from Indiana University's Kelley School of Business. His approach combines financial expertise with a personalized strategy to align clients' wealth management plans with their long-term vision. Born and raised in South Florida, Seth is actively involved in the local community, participating with organizations such as Boys & Girls Club, SABR TOPSoccer, and Speak Up for Kids. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys activities including adventure sports, basketball, boating, fishing, football, golfing, reading, spending time with his family, and traveling.

Edward Nabhan is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been in the investment business since 1980, bringing extensive experience and a commitment to integrity, empathy, and service in his client relationships. Ed works with The Boston Harbor Group, a multi-generational team serving a select clientele including business owners, athletes, physicians, and executives across New England and nationwide. Throughout his career, Ed has focused on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. He has been recognized multiple times for his professional achievements, including being named to Barron's "Top 1,000 Financial Advisors" in 2013, The Financial Times' list of "America's Top 400 Financial Advisors" across several years, and Forbes' "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors" from 2018 through 2026. Ed holds a Bachelor's Degree from Boston College and is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Ed has built long-standing relationships with clients over decades, tailoring risk-managed portfolios to align with individual goals and risk tolerance. Outside of his professional life, Ed enjoys fishing, golfing, ice hockey, swimming, and yoga. He is a member of the Oyster Harbors Golf Club and Pine Tree Country Club and supports charitable causes including St Jude.

Robert Heeg is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been employed since 2009. In his role, Robert focuses on personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. He works with retirees, business owners, and young professionals, developing customized portfolios tailored to their specific needs and goals. He is involved in portfolio management, business development, and client servicing within his team. Robert holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™) designation from The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. and is also a qualified Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's degree in Finance from Florida State University. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Robert enjoys playing golf, fishing, traveling, and spending time with his family. He resides in Boca Raton, Florida, with his wife Allison and their two sons.