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James Gomatos is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He joined the firm in 2012, focusing on delivering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth by first understanding clients' needs and helping ensure every strategy aligns with their goals. His role benefits from the combined investment resources of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America to address the various aspects of clients' financial lives. James holds the designations of Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He is a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Advisor who provides traditional advice and guidance, while also building and managing custom investment strategies. These strategies include selections from a wide range of Merrill model portfolios and third-party investment options. When servicing clients through the firm's Investment Advisory Program, James may manage these strategies on a discretionary basis. He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Central Florida. Outside of his professional life, James engages in personal interests such as biking, golfing, and running.

David Burns is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, serving clients in the Central Florida area since 1985. He focuses on retirement and income planning strategies, helping clients construct investment portfolios aligned with their objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. David provides expertise in family wealth management, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and retirement income. Throughout his career, David has collaborated closely with clients’ tax advisors and attorneys to promote the use of tax-efficient strategies and the implementation of appropriate estate plans. He has extensive experience in tax-exempt municipal bonds and other income-producing investments. David holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. He earned his high school diploma from Moeller High School and attended Ohio State University and the University of Central Florida without obtaining a degree. Outside of his professional work, David enjoys fishing, football, and golfing. He is recognized as a "Diamond Knight" for his support of The University of Central Florida’s athletic and scholarship programs.

Christopher Dunnavant is a financial advisor at Merrill with 34 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, he owns CR Wildlife Services, a sole proprietorship providing wildlife products and related consulting, and serves as a board member of the McCormick Research Institute, which focuses on expanding access to equine-assisted therapies for veterans and individuals with special needs. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, offers managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients via the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. The firm provides model-based and discretionary investment strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, and charitable organizations.

Christopher Brach is a financial advisor with Merrill in Orlando, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and seven years of industry experience. He has been with Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2019, following three years at Wyndham Grand Orlando Resort Bonnet Creek. 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, high-net-worth clients, and institutions.

Paige Brach is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she works alongside her father, David Burns, and husband, Christopher Brach as part of The Burns Group advisory team. Established in 2011, the team brings over 40 years of combined experience serving clients with a focus on retirement planning strategies, retirement income, and portfolio analysis. Paige's practice concentrates on areas including cash flow projections, tax minimization strategies, retirement analysis, portfolio reviews, family wealth management, education planning, and legacy planning. Paige began her career as a financial advisor in 2011 after graduating from the University of Georgia with a Bachelor of Science in Psychology. During her collegiate years, she was a member of the University of Georgia's gymnastics program, contributing to four consecutive Division I NCAA National Championship teams from 2006 to 2009. She has earned the Chartered Financial Consultant® (ChFC®), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (CRPC™), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor® (CPFA®), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA) designations. Her professional affiliations include membership in the Delta Delta Delta Orlando/Winter Park Alumnae Chapter. Beyond her professional commitments, Paige volunteers as a foster for rescued bulldogs through Florida English Bulldog Rescue. She enjoys supporting the University of Georgia and spending time with her husband, Christopher, their children Brooks and Brielynn, and their English Bulldog, Squintz.

Diana Castaneda Cortes is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Bank of America, N.A. since 2024. 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, high-net-worth clients, and institutional entities.