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Hannah Peterson is a financial advisor at Merrill with six years of industry experience and holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. She has worked at Merrill since 2015. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the 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 developed by internal and third-party teams.

Thomas Demarois is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has worked since 1996. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch, he spent five years as a Bond Trader for a regional bank. His professional focus includes personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income. A native of Chico, California, Thomas earned a Bachelor's degree in Business from Chico State University, where he also participated in rugby. He holds the designations of CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Outside of his advisory role, Thomas enjoys fishing, golfing, and playing tennis. He has served as a board member of The Cast Hope Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to teaching underprivileged youth the art of fly fishing and an appreciation for the outdoors.

Colin Usrey is a financial advisor at Merrill in Sacramento, CA, holding a Series 66 designation. He has been with Merrill and Bank of America, N.A. since 2026. Outside of his advisory work, he has been involved with the McAllister Foundation since 2021 and previously worked at Tempest Nutrition. 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 a diverse client base, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Kenna Stukas serves as a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where she focuses on creating personalized wealth management strategies tailored to her clients' unique financial goals. She leverages the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America to support her clients' financial objectives. Kenna has earned several professional designations, including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She holds a bachelor's degree from Sonoma State University. She is affiliated with The Fendley Group and follows Merrill's tradition of community involvement by volunteering with local organizations.

Allyssa Clayworth is a financial advisor at Merrill with a Series 66 designation and four years at the firm. She has previously worked at California State University, Sacramento, and San Joaquin Delta College. Clayworth’s background also includes roles at Woodbridge Golf & Country Club and Sycamore Lane Kennels. 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.

Albert Solano is a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in working closely with personal and business clients to help them build, manage, and preserve their wealth. He focuses on developing tailored financial strategies that support growth, stability, and long-term success by understanding each client's unique situation. His expertise includes college education planning, family wealth management strategies, services for endowments, foundations, and non-profits, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, small business strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. Albert holds the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations and earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of California Davis. Albert is a member of the Folsom Rotary Club and Woodland Chamber of Commerce. He is fluent in English and Spanish. In his personal time, Albert enjoys golfing, music, soccer, spending time with his family, traveling, and watching movies.

Thomas Cleary is a financial advisor with Merrill in Sacramento, CA, holding Series 65 and Series 66 licenses and 18 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2011. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as a successor trustee for a family trust. 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.

Danilo Caldeira is a Financial Solutions Advisor (FSA) with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he focuses on connecting clients to the people, plans, and processes that align with their unique financial ambitions. He works with clients to plan for their personal goals, including funding education, preparing for retirement and health care costs, and developing long-term family financial strategies. Danilo takes time to understand what is important to each client, providing guidance across general investing, retirement planning, and saving for unexpected events. His approach emphasizes simplicity and transparency to help clients navigate the complexities of wealth planning. He holds a Bachelor's degree from Excelsior College and maintains professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA).

Henrry Medrano is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he provides comprehensive wealth management services tailored to clients' individual needs. He works closely with clients to connect all aspects of their financial lives, helping prioritize and pursue goals through customized strategies that adapt to changing circumstances. Henrry and his team at TSPN Wealth Management Group offer guidance in areas such as retirement planning, business launching, and investment opportunities, leveraging access to banking and lending services through Bank of America. Henrry holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned his High School Diploma/GED from Houston Community College. He is actively involved in professional organizations including the Greater Houston Partnership, Greater Houston Women's Chamber of Commerce, Greater Northside Chamber of Commerce, and Women's Energy Network. His community involvement extends to participation in groups such as the Greater Northside Chamber of Commerce, Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo Corral Club, Interfaith Ministries, Rescue America, SWAT Ministries International, United Way, Wesley Community Center, and Women's Energy Network. Outside of his professional work, Henrry enjoys camping, cooking, running, traveling, watching movies, practicing yoga, and spending time with his family. His approach emphasizes building robust financial strategies that provide security and adaptability, guiding clients through life's uncertainties toward their financial aspirations.

Curtis Godt is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in discretionary portfolio management for high net worth clients. He has been in the investment management business since January 1989, beginning his career with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Palo Alto. Curtis focuses on personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, and retirement income strategies. A fifth generation Californian born in Berkeley and raised in Sacramento, Curtis graduated with a Bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley in December 1986. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is actively involved in professional and community organizations including Union-Tehama Lodge No. 3, The Scottish Rite of Freemasonry in Sacramento, and Ben Ali Shrine. Curtis lives in Elk Grove with his wife and son. Outside of his professional work, he enjoys golfing, reading, and spending time with his family. He also participates in community activities such as the John F. Kennedy Class of 1982 40 Year Reunion and various Masonic entities to which he belongs.

Ariel Agustin is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, Ariel provides personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients' individual financial situations and goals. Leveraging the investment insights of Merrill and the banking services of Bank of America, Ariel helps clients navigate changing market conditions and pursue their financial objectives. With expertise in areas including executive compensation, retirement income, philanthropic planning, socially responsible investing, and tax minimization, Ariel offers comprehensive wealth management that begins with understanding the client's family and financial priorities. Ariel holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Ariel earned a bachelor's degree from the California State University System. Outside of work, Ariel’s personal interests include basketball, biking, genealogy, interior decorating, spending time with family, and traveling. Ariel’s approach is grounded in a philosophy of providing personalized support to help clients achieve their goals with clarity and confidence.

Jordan Sullivan is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in helping high net worth retirees and pre-retirees implement investment tax strategies. Jordan focuses on designing tax-efficient income streams, converting pre-tax funds into post-tax funds while adhering to tax policy, and employing tax-loss harvesting techniques to offset future capital gains. Collaboration with clients' CPAs is central to ensuring tax strategies are thoroughly vetted before implementation. Jordan's expertise spans corporate benefits, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, socially responsible and ESG investing, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. This broad knowledge enables Jordan to help clients understand and optimize their after-tax returns. Jordan holds Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned bachelor's degrees from the University of California system and Zhejiang University. Outside of work, Jordan enjoys adventure sports, basketball, hiking, music, painting, reading, rock climbing, and writing.

Dominic Kennedy is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and holds the Series 66 designation. He has worked at Merrill since 2011 and Bank of America since 2019. Outside of advising, he serves as a successor trustee for a family trust and is an officer and owner of an online marketplace for sports trading cards. 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.

Gorgees Benyamein is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he works with individuals, families, and business owners to provide investing advice and personalized strategies aimed at helping clients pursue their financial goals. He also facilitates access to banking and lending services through Bank of America. Gorgees specializes in areas such as legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, small business strategies, individual and corporate investment strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned his bachelor's degree from California State University Stanislaus. Outside of his professional work, Gorgees enjoys playing chess, pickleball, running, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Jairo Gomez is a financial advisor at Merrill with 25 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Merrill since 2020. His prior experience includes roles at Hanson McClain Advisors, Allworth Financial, and the UCPath Center. Gomez serves as a board member of the California Masonic Memorial Temple, overseeing the building’s continued operation and property management. 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.