Knoxville, TN S Gay St Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,545

Across 3,155 offices

Clients per advisor

70 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$860,085 Very High

HNW client ratio

29% High

About

Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions (SPS) Program. The firm offers model‑based and discretionary strategies constructed by internal Chief Investment Office (CIO) teams and third‑party style managers and implements trading, account administration and custody support for individuals, high‑net‑worth clients, pension and profit‑sharing plans, corporations and charitable organizations.

Portfolio implementation varies by Strategy: some are model‑based where MAA implements CIO or style manager models, while others authorize third‑party Discretionary Managers to execute trades directly; the CIO also uses strategic and tactical asset allocation and offers “tax aware” versions of related strategies for higher tax‑sensitivity investors. Cash allocations are typically swept through the Bank’s Cash Sweep Program or invested in money market alternatives, and clients can request reasonable investment restrictions (which MAA may accept or decline and may have limited effect where Funds are used).

Several features in the brochure distinguish Merrill from many peers: as part of the Bank of America group it has affiliates that operate in swaps and derivatives markets and it has disclosed planned arrangements to receive “Support Fees” and to offer optional Data Analytics to third‑party firms beginning January 1, 2027 (the brochure notes Merrill will not receive Support Fees for accounts enrolled in the SPS Program). The firm also discloses multiple SEC administrative orders and related enforcement matters (including a 2025 order with a $25 million civil penalty related to cash sweep disclosures), and the Program materials do not present the SPS service as a source of standalone financial planning.

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Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

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Location

800 S Gay St

Knoxville TN 37929

Advisors at this office

30

Advisors at this office

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Anthony D

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Anthony Doyley is a financial advisor at Merrill with 11 years of industry experience and holds a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill in 2021, he worked at Cetera and Allstate Insurance Company. Outside of his advisory role, he is involved with the United Way as Director of Workforce Engagement and serves as a basketball official for middle school and high school games in the Tennessee Valley. He is also the author of a self-published devotional book aimed at student athletes. 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Matthew M

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Matthew Mc Dowell is a Series 66-licensed advisor affiliated with Merrill and has approximately one year of experience in the financial services industry. His prior work includes roles at Bank of America, Northwestern Mutual, and several companies outside the financial sector. 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Sarah K

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Sarah King is a financial advisor at Merrill in Knoxville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation with one year of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles at Appalachian Tool Works LLC, United Majestic RV Resort, Newport Hospitality Group, Frontier Communications, and On-Board Companies. 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Bryan K

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Bryan Kagarise is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2014, with prior roles at SunTrust Advisory Services and SunTrust Investment Services. 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, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Jackson S

Series 63, Series 65

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Jackson Sompayrac is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 designations and one year of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at State Farm Investment Management Corp, State Farm VP Management Corp, and Neil Schmitt Insurance Agency. 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 using model-based and discretionary investment strategies.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Sheena M

Series 63, Series 65

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Sheena Mccall is a Wealth Management Advisor and Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Knoxville, Tennessee. She has extensive experience in wealth management, having served in her current role for many years after beginning her career as an Investment Analyst in London, UK. Sheena specializes in family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, and portfolio management services. Sheena holds a Master's Degree and a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Glasgow in Scotland. She is also designated as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Drawing upon decades of financial experience, she works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals, emphasizing the importance of discipline during market volatility. She is actively involved in the Knoxville community, serving on the boards of the Knoxville Symphony, Knoxville Jazz Orchestra, Marble City Opera, and Knoxville Opera. Previously, she has held leadership roles with the Knoxville Museum of Art, Helen Ross McNabb Mental Health Center, University of Tennessee Clarence Brown Theatre Advisory Board, and the University of Tennessee School of Music Advisory Board. Sheena has a passion for the arts and enjoys attending concerts and theatre productions locally and internationally. In her personal time, she enjoys boating on the Tennessee River.

Wealth management General retirement planning
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Zachary A

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Zachary Adkisson is a financial advisor with Merrill in Knoxville, TN, holding a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill Lynch and Bank of America since 2021 and previously held roles at DoorDash and the University of Tennessee. Outside of his advisory work, Adkisson serves as a board member for the University of Tennessee’s College of Music and the Haslam College of Business, and he performs as a cellist for a local church event. Merrill provides managed account services through its Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies to individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients, supported by internal and third-party investment professionals.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Alicia N

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Alicia Norton is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 1998. 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, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies developed by internal and third-party managers.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Jefferson C

Series 63, Series 65

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Jefferson Cross is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with more than 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. He works with individuals and families to organize, plan, and track their financial goals, focusing on education about market movements and maintaining a long-term investment perspective. He is part of the Cagle Cross Group, a team of nine professionals with over 70 years of combined industry experience, including members who hold the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification. Jefferson holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Tennessee and holds professional designations including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management strategies, employee financial health, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, tax minimization, and retirement income. Outside of his professional work, Jefferson is a devoted family man who enjoys spending time with his wife and three children. He is a committed churchgoer and places his faith at the center of his life. Jefferson is also an enthusiastic supporter of University of Tennessee athletics, sharing this passion with his family.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy Income planning General retirement planning General tax planning Parents Values-based investing
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Kimberly W

Series 63, Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Kimberly Whitted is a financial advisor with Merrill in Knoxville, TN, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2008. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC (MAA), 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Petra D

Series 63, Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Petra Dunn is a Wealth Management Advisor with extensive experience in banking and wealth management. She began her career in the financial services industry in 1991 and holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Tennessee. Petra is also a CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® professional and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She specializes in family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and individual and corporate investment strategy. Petra helps clients create customized wealth management strategies focused on preserving and growing their wealth while addressing tax and estate planning issues. She works with a limited number of families to provide dedicated attention and utilizes a proprietary process she developed to align wealth management with clients' life priorities and goals. Petra is involved in her community as a member of First Baptist Concord, the Junior League of Knoxville, and the 2019 class of Leadership Sevier. She supports various non-profit organizations, serving on boards such as the Christian Hospitality Network, The Center School, One Vision International, and The City Ballet. Petra is also a mentor for Amachi Knoxville.

Wealth management General estate planning guidance Charitable giving & philanthropy General retirement planning General tax planning Parents Established Professionals
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Angela M

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Angela Mecha is a financial advisor at Merrill with 17 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and previously worked at Raymond James & Associates for 12 years before joining Merrill in 2025. 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Todd K

Series 66

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Todd Kelly II is a financial advisor with Merrill in Knoxville, TN, holding a Series 66 credential and three years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, The Trust Company of Tennessee, and several other organizations. He is the founder and president of the TKJ Foundation, a nonprofit that creates athletic experiences focused on character development for local youth. 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 range of individual and institutional clients.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Donnie I

Series 63, Series 65

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

Donnie Iverson is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been serving clients since 1999 and joined Merrill Lynch in 2007. Donnie is part of the Cagle Cross Group, a team of professionals with over 100 years of combined experience, collaborating to provide comprehensive wealth management services. His areas of expertise include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, personal retirement planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Donnie advises working professionals and retirees both within the Knoxville area and nationally, leveraging his experience through various market conditions to help clients achieve their long-term financial goals. Donnie holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification obtained in 2012 and graduated magna cum laude from Freed-Hardeman University in 1999 with a bachelor's degree in Business. He serves on the President's Council and the College of Business Advisory Board at his alma mater. Residing in West Knoxville with his wife Jamie and their three daughters, Donnie is active in his community, attending the Karns Church of Christ where he teaches classes, and participating in mission work in India and local outreach activities. He enjoys playing golf and is a fan of Tennessee football.

Wealth management Active portfolio management Business succession planning General estate planning guidance General retirement planning Parents

James C

Series 63, Series 65

Knoxville, TN

Merrill

James Cagle is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He has been with Merrill Lynch since 1985, bringing over three decades of experience in working closely with affluent families to address their financial goals and streamline their investment processes. His client focus includes family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income planning. Jim holds the Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA®) designation, awarded by the Investments & Wealth Institute™ in conjunction with the Wharton School of Business, University of Pennsylvania. He earned a bachelor's degree in Finance and Business Administration from East Tennessee State University. Jim resides in Knoxville and has two adult sons. In addition to his professional work, he is involved with several local charities.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General retirement planning
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