Punta Gorda, FL W Marion Ave Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,545

Across 3,141 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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Expertise

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

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Location

1190 W Marion Ave

Punta Gorda FL 33950

Advisors at this office

24

Advisors at this office

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Kerrolyn N

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Kerrolyn Noonan is a financial advisor with Merrill in Punta Gorda, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. She has previously worked at NYLife Securities and Santander Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with LKN Properties LLC, a limited liability company. 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 various institutional investors.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Michael S

Series 63, Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Michael Sheppard Jr. is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping families, retirees, and busy professionals address both their short-term and long-term financial goals. He provides tailored strategies that encompass general investing, retirement planning, education planning, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategies, and tax minimization. Michael utilizes a one-on-one approach to understand client priorities and develop portfolio strategies aligned with their objectives. He offers ongoing advice and adapts portfolios as circumstances change, supporting clients through complex financial decisions such as buying a home, saving for college, and preparing for healthcare needs. In addition to his advisory role, he coordinates with Bank of America specialists on banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Florida Gulf Coast University and a Master's degree from the University of Florida. Michael has earned professional designations including Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of work, he enjoys activities such as boxing, camping, football, hiking, pickleball, reading, skiing, spending time with his family, and traveling.

General retirement planning Income planning College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Elder care planning Tax strategies for small businesses Parents Approaching retirement Mid-Career Professionals
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Amber W

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Amber Weaver is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor at Merrill with eight years of industry experience. She previously practiced law at Amber L. Weaver, Esquire P.A. for sixteen years before transitioning to finance. Weaver serves as an advisory board member for Meals on Wheels of Charlotte County. 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, corporations, pension and profit-sharing plans, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Brittany I

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Brittany Ingman is a financial advisor with Merrill in Punta Gorda, FL, holding a Series 66 designation and nine years of industry experience. She has worked at Bank of America and Merrill since 2017 and was previously employed by Arcadia Amoco (Marathon) from 2014 to 2017. Outside of her advisory role, she serves as an event coordinator for a boating club that hosts community events. 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 clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management

Jill S

Series 63, Series 65

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Jill Spatola is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management with over 25 years of experience in the financial industry. She specializes in managing both personal and corporate retirement plans, developing income plans, and providing personal wealth analysis. Jill works closely with her clients' attorneys, CPAs, and Medicare specialists to ensure that all aspects of their wealth management plans are aligned. Her practice serves a variety of clients, including real estate professionals, corporate executives, and small to mid-size companies, focusing on strategies such as family wealth management, legacy planning, tax minimization, and retirement income. Jill holds a Bachelor's degree from the University of Massachusetts and has completed additional coursework at Bryant University. She has earned several professional designations, including Chartered Financial Consultant (ChFC), Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Throughout her career, she has been involved in community organizations such as BNI, Girls on the Run, School on Wheels of Massachusetts, and Women United of Charlotte County. Jill has also served on the boards of several nonprofit organizations, including School on Wheels of Massachusetts and the Animal Welfare League of Charlotte County. In addition to her professional commitments, Jill volunteers as a coach for Girls on the Run and participates in local chambers of commerce. She has chaired initiatives like the School on Wheels Holiday Bag Drive, which involved coordinating community efforts to support students. Jill balances her professional and community work with personal interests including adventure sports, boating, running, and spending time with her family.

Wealth management Income planning General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Medicare planning Founder/Business Owner Real Estate Professional Women Professionals Women Business Owners
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Carlos C

Series 63, Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Carlos Candales is a financial advisor with Merrill in Punta Gorda, Florida, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and over 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 1993. Outside of his advisory role, he occasionally assists with photography, artwork, and maintenance at a local dance studio owned by his wife. 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Suzanne K

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Suzanne Kingsbury is a financial advisor at Merrill with 27 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill Lynch since 1999. 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

Michael L

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Michael Lowry is a Private Wealth Advisor with The Hise/Lowry Group at Merrill Private Wealth Management. He specializes in serving ultra-high-net-worth families, individuals, businesses, and private family foundations. Michael works closely with clients to develop financial strategies tailored to their goals, focusing on wealth management, legacy planning, and investment strategy. Before joining Merrill, Michael held executive leadership roles at a Fortune 100 company for over a decade, including positions as a commercial sales director and general manager. This background supports his work with corporate executives and entrepreneurs managing concentrated business holdings. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and holds a Bachelor's Degree from Eastern Illinois University. Michael enjoys boating, golfing, and traveling and divides his time between Kansas City and Punta Gorda, Florida.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Concentrated stock management Business succession planning Multi-generational wealth transfer Executive Founder/Business Owner

Angela D

Series 63, Series 65

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Angela Davis is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined the firm in 1996 and has accumulated 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. Angela focuses on developing strategies and providing investment guidance tailored to the individual needs of her clients, encompassing their families and businesses, by understanding their short- and long-term financial objectives. Her expertise includes family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, special needs planning strategies, women and wealth, and retirement income. Angela oversees and coordinates the financial affairs for a select group of families, retirees, corporate executives, business owners, and non-profit organizations primarily in the Southwest Florida area and across the country. She employs techniques such as goals-based planning, tax-minimization strategies, portfolio risk management, and disciplined portfolio asset allocation and rebalancing to help clients maximize their wealth. Angela holds a Bachelor's Degree from Jacksonville University and several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Manager Advisor (RMA). Following the tradition of community participation at Merrill Lynch, she dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations. In her personal time, Angela enjoys boating, camping, fishing, gardening, reading, running, spending time with her family, swimming, and traveling.

Wealth management General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Tax-loss harvesting Executive Founder/Business Owner Retired Approaching retirement Divorced Women Professionals Women's Finance

Christina S

Series 63, Series 65

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Christina Simonyi is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She brings over 16 years of experience in retirement planning, investment strategies, and wealth management, specializing in assisting individuals, families, and businesses to achieve their financial goals. Christina focuses on areas such as college education planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, and women and wealth. She holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned her High School Diploma from Maine East High School. Christina is actively involved in professional organizations including Our Charlotte Elder Affairs Network, Rotary International, United Way, and Women's United. She volunteers with community initiatives such as Reading Buddies, Senior Friendship Centers, and United Way. Outside of her professional work and community involvement, Christina enjoys personal interests that include billiards, cooking, dancing, gardening, music, spending time with her family, traveling, and practicing yoga.

General retirement planning Wealth management Parents Women Professionals Women's Finance
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Janet W

Series 63, Series 65

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Janet Willingham is a financial advisor at Merrill with 35 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 1998, including her tenure with Bank of America since 2011. 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 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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Roy B

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Roy Borrego is a financial advisor with Merrill in Punta Gorda, Florida, holding a Series 66 credential and 27 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill Lynch PF & S Inc. since 1999 and Bank of America, NA since 2009. Outside of his advisory role, Borrego is involved as a general partner in Borrego Brothers LLC and serves as a committee member for It's Our Turn, Inc., a local nonprofit supporting veterans. 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, providing model-based and discretionary strategies for a range of clients including individuals, high-net-worth investors, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Rachel L

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Rachel Layton is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. Her prior work includes positions at Chapman Insurance Group and Landmark Realty. She is based in Punta Gorda, FL. 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
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Kenneth L

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Kenneth Layton is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2012 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2013. He is based in Punta Gorda, 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 and profit-sharing plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Jennifer W

Series 66

Punta Gorda, FL

Merrill

Jennifer Wilson is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2011. 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 both 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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