Manchester, NH Elm St Office

Nicole Andersen is a financial advisor at Merrill with 33 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as a board member and Education Committee Chair for the Labrador Retriever Club of Greater Boston, organizing educational events for club 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Clark Giles is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He focuses on personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. Clark works with individuals seeking professional investment management and planning for all stages of life. He holds a bachelor's degree in Economics and Computer Science from Providence College. Clark has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) designations, as well as Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) status. He also holds Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA Registrations. Outside of his professional work, Clark enjoys fishing, hiking, skiing, and spending time with his family.

John Brennan III is a financial advisor at Merrill with 22 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked at Charles Schwab Bank and Charles Schwab & Co., Inc. outside of Merrill and Bank of America. 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.

Sara Bee Pichette is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Manchester, New Hampshire. She focuses her practice on areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, LGBT wealth planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, socially responsible, values-based and ESG investing, women and wealth, and tax minimization. Sara earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology from the University of Colorado Boulder. Throughout her career, she has held roles at Transamerica, BlackRock, and Impax Asset Management. She holds several professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered SRI Counselor (CSRIC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Sara contributes to her community through involvement with organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club of Manchester as a Youth Lacrosse Coach, the Manchester Police Athletic League, New Hampshire Business for Social Responsibility, and the New Hampshire High Tech Council. She lives in Manchester with her husband, their two daughters, and their dog. Her personal interests include boating, hiking, music, skiing, spending time with her family, and yoga.

Philip Pleat is a financial advisor at Merrill with Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 46 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1980 and concurrently with Bank of America, NA 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. The firm offers a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies supported by internal Chief Investment Office teams and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Scott Minichiello is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He leverages a comprehensive approach to managing wealth by understanding each client's financial situation, family, and priorities to develop customized strategies that remain flexible to evolving needs and market conditions. Scott has been providing clients access to Merrill's investment insights alongside the banking services of Bank of America since joining Merrill in 2011. He earned his CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 2021. Scott began his finance career with Bank of America in 2005, working with both personal and business clients. As a member of The Roberts, Minichiello & Associates Wealth Management Group, he employs a holistic and disciplined approach to serving a diverse clientele, including entrepreneurs, professors, physicians, technology executives, business owners, and multi-generational families. His areas of focus include education planning, family wealth management, legacy planning, retirement income, portfolio management, and socially responsible investing. Scott emphasizes understanding clients' goals and coordinating with their trusted advisors to optimize and organize their wealth. A New Hampshire native, Scott graduated from the University of New Hampshire in 2005. Beyond his professional work, he has been involved with community organizations such as Meals on Wheels and the Friends of Norris Cotton Cancer Center.

Chelsea Mayfield is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2016. 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.

Wesley Simmons is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Manchester, NH. He began his career in the financial industry in 2019 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2022. Prior to this, he spent four years at another financial firm where he created financial plans for high-net-worth clients. Wesley's expertise includes family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Wesley holds an Associate's Degree in Business Administration from New Hampshire Technical Institute and earned his high school diploma from Goffstown High School. He also holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. Outside of his professional role, Wesley enjoys numerous outdoor activities such as adventure sports, camping, hiking, and exploring the natural beauty of New England. He also spends time with his family and engages in various sports including baseball, basketball, football, and golfing.

Francis Corsaro is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, based in Manchester, New Hampshire. Since joining Merrill Lynch in 2016, he has provided financial advisory services to high net worth individuals, families, and small business owners, focusing on delivering personalized wealth management strategies. His approach involves building trusted, enduring relationships by understanding each client's financial situation, goals, and life priorities, and crafting tailored strategies that address retirement income, risk management, tax minimization, and trust and estate planning. Frank holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from Merrimack College in North Andover, Massachusetts. He maintains professional designations including Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is a member of the CFA Society Boston. He holds Series 7, 63, and 65 FINRA registrations. Frank works out of the Manchester office, advising clients on wealth accumulation, preservation, income distribution, and wealth transfer through a comprehensive planning process. He lives in Methuen, Massachusetts with his wife and two sons. Outside of his professional work, Frank’s personal interests include biking, running, and swimming.

Bernard Kavanagh Jr. is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 36 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has been with Merrill since 1992 and leads a team with a combined 90 years of service at the firm. His expertise encompasses portfolio management, wealth management, private equity, insurance, lending, and retirement income planning. Bernard focuses on building strong relationships with clients, their families, and other advisory team members to deliver goal-based wealth management solutions. Bernard holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designations. He earned his Bachelor's Degree from Assumption College. His client focus areas include college education planning, corporate executive services, executive compensation, liquidity management, tax minimization, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, retirement income, and services tailored to sports and entertainment professionals. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Bernard is involved in community service, including supporting local nonprofits and volunteering with youth sports leagues. His personal interests include boating, fishing, golfing, skiing, and surfing.

Nina Manzi is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She specializes in working closely with individuals and families to develop personalized strategies that focus on college education planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, and retirement income. Nina is committed to helping clients build, preserve, and transfer wealth over time by aligning financial strategies with their unique goals and priorities. She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Finance from Merrimack College, where she gained experience managing the business school investment funds. Nina is also designated as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Utilizing the resources and capabilities of Merrill and Bank of America, she offers a comprehensive approach to financial planning that integrates investment strategies, banking needs, and long-term planning within a coordinated framework. Outside of her professional work, Nina engages in boating, golfing, reading, scrapbooking, swimming, traveling, and spending time with her family. Her personal philosophy centers on uncovering what matters to clients and their families to create strategies aimed at pursuing their financial goals.

John Polichetti is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management based in Manchester, New Hampshire. He specializes in creating personalized financial strategies for families, professionals, and business owners focused on retirement planning, legacy planning, education funding, and investment management. He integrates resources from Merrill and Bank of America to provide comprehensive solutions that address investments, planning, banking, and lending. Mr. Polichetti holds a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a concentration in Finance, and a Master of Science in Finance from the University of Massachusetts Lowell, where he also competed as a Division I baseball player. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Originally from southern New Hampshire, Mr. Polichetti resides in Raymond, NH. He participates in community organizations such as the Adam Keenan Foundation Inc., Boutin-Stone Fund, Inc., Catie's Closet, Inc., and the New Hampshire Food Bank. Outside of work, he enjoys baseball, fishing, golfing, and spending time with his family.

Paul Brewer is a financial advisor at Merrill with 37 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been affiliated with Merrill since 1988 and Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a managing member of The Bonita Brew Crew LLC, a for-profit entity based in Florida. 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 model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Rachael Doyle is a Wealth Management Advisor with the Doyle Group at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients and their family members to address their current financial needs and pursue long-term goals by organizing and streamlining multiple facets of their wealth. Rachael begins each client relationship by understanding their unique circumstances, including investment allocations, assets and liabilities, risk tolerance, and wealth-transfer goals, as well as personal objectives such as funding education or supporting philanthropic causes. She then crafts customized financial roadmaps drawing on her experience, team resources, and industry best practices. Rachael has over 10 years of experience in financial services, including her previous ownership of a financial consulting business serving hospitals, nursing homes, insurance companies, and Medicare administrators. She holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Accountancy from Bentley University, an M.B.A. from Rivier University, and the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® certification. She is also a member of the New Hampshire Estate Planning Council and contributes to her community through involvement with a local Boy Scout troop advisory committee and volunteering at a local food pantry and Blue Angel program. Based in Londonderry, New Hampshire, Rachael lives with her husband and three children. Her personal interests include skiing, hiking, kayaking, baseball, bowling, cooking, music, reading, and traveling. She enjoys building long-term relationships with clients and supporting them as they pursue their financial goals and legacies.

William Conaton is a financial advisor with Merrill in Manchester, NH, holding a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at McAdam Financial and Cedars Mediterranean Foods, as well as work in education at Saint Anselm College and Central Catholic High School. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services primarily to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies managed by internal teams and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.