Riverside, RI Office

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Firm-wide stats for Merrill

Total advisors

25,562

Across 3,152 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

3400 Pawtucket Ave

Riverside RI 02915

Advisors at this office

265

Advisors at this office

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Tamara G

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Tamara Gonzalez Paz is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding a Series 66 license and one year of industry experience. Before joining Merrill, she worked at Coastal 1 Credit Union and has experience in various customer service roles, including at Famous Footwear. 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 a range of model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Jackson M

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Jackson Mc Kersie is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and approximately one year of experience at the firm. His prior roles include working with educational programs and camps such as the MAUSD Extended Learning Program and Dexter Southfield Science and Technology Camp, as well as involvement with Wide Open Marine and The Henley Group. Additionally, he has experience at Middlebury College and in farm management at Apple Knoll Farm. 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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David A

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

David Alger is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2015. 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 developed by internal and third-party teams and serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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David J

Series 63, Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

David Jeranian is a financial advisor at Merrill with 10 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 66 designations and has been with Merrill since 2013. The firm, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services to Bank of America fiduciary clients through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program. Merrill offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, retirement plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Chad B

Series 63, Series 65

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Chad Barnes is a financial advisor at Merrill with 18 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has been with Merrill 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 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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Laura L

Series 63, Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Laura Lambert is a financial advisor at Merrill with 19 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009 and holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses. Outside of her advisory role, she is involved with the Community College of Rhode Island in Lincoln. 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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Daniel M

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Daniel Mc Carthy is a financial advisor at Merrill with 26 years of industry experience. He has held his current position at Merrill since 2009 and holds a Series 66 designation. 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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Sean Q

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Sean Quinlan is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and one year of industry experience. His prior work history includes roles at Bank of America, The Kraft Group, and Coastal Consultants. 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 a range of 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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Conor K

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Conor Kennedy is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 credential and two years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Bank of America, Kennedy Incorporated, and Castle Hill. Outside of finance, he is a freelance jazz musician and co-editor and director of Encyclopedia Prismatica, a nonprofit literary journal. Merrill, 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 variety of individual and institutional clients.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Stephen P

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Stephen Poplaski is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years of industry experience. His work background includes roles at Bank of America and H&R Block, as well as entrepreneurial activities with Asia Grille LLC and Pranzi Catering. He also spent time employed by Rhode Island State Government and Johnson & Wales University. 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 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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William K

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

William Killeen is a financial advisor with Merrill in Riverside, RI, holding a Series 66 designation and three years of industry experience. His prior work includes roles at Suburban Supply, Home Depot, and involvement with Irish Patriots LLC. Merrill provides managed account services through its 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.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Cody A

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Cody Anter is a financial advisor at Merrill with two years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. Prior to joining Merrill, he worked at Bank of America, N.A., and has experience in educational roles at the University of Rhode Island and local schools. 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 a range of individual and institutional clients.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Nicholas G

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Nicholas Galvani is a financial advisor at Merrill with nine years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has been with Merrill since 2015. 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 managed by internal and third-party teams, serving 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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Pedro C

Series 66

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Pedro Cruz is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at Merrill since 2009 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2007. 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 supported by internal and third-party managers for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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Michele C

Series 63, Series 65

Riverside, RI

Merrill

Michele Cadigan is a financial advisor with Merrill, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 26 years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2009. 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 developed by internal and third-party managers, serving individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Tax-loss harvesting Active portfolio management Wealth management
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