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Kuan Wang is a financial advisor at Merrill with 14 years of industry experience. He has held roles at Merrill since 2017 and previously worked at UBS Financial Services from 2015 to 2017. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in San Mateo, CA. 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 a range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Joseph Murrer is a Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to understand their financial priorities and assists them in developing strategies to pursue their short-, mid-, and long-term goals. He provides guidance on a range of financial topics including investing, retirement planning, and preparing for unexpected expenses. In addition, he facilitates access to Bank of America specialists for services related to banking, credit, home financing, and small business solutions. Murrer's expertise covers areas such as executive compensation, equity compensation services, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management, individual and corporate investment strategy, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds the professional designations Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Oregon. Outside of his professional career, Murrer has interests including basketball, camping, music, pickleball, running, skiing, soccer, and spending time with his family.

Diego Salazar is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation and five years of industry experience. He has worked at Merrill and Bank of America since 2019 and previously held roles at Meridian Pacific Sales, Sterling May Equipment Company, University of California Davis, Sears, and Los Angeles Valley College. 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.

Tara Fowler is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She leads a team that provides research-based, active portfolio management and financial strategies tailored for sophisticated clients with complex needs. Tara collaborates with clients to enable informed decision-making, allowing them to confidently pursue their personal and financial goals. Her areas of expertise include college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, philanthropic planning, personal retirement planning, and tax minimization. Tara holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Certified Divorce Financial Analyst (CDFA), Accredited Domestic Partnership Advisor (ADPA), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). She earned her Bachelor's Degree from Santa Clara University. Tara is actively involved in her community and serves on multiple boards, such as the Bay Area Cancer Connection Board of Directors (2024-2025), Kainos Auxiliary Board of Directors (2005-present), The Sequoia Awards Board of Directors (2009-present), and previously on the Sequoia Hospital Foundation Board of Directors (2015-2018). Outside of her professional work, she enjoys biking, boating, dancing, gardening, hiking, interior decorating, music, spending time with her family, traveling, and yoga.

Emily Tran is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, with eight years of industry experience. She has been with Merrill since 2017 and also works at Bank of America, N.A. since 2021. Prior to her advisory career, she was affiliated with New York University from 2013 to 2017. Merrill, together with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program to Bank of America fiduciary clients. The firm offers model-based and discretionary investment strategies tailored for individuals, high-net-worth clients, pension plans, corporations, and charitable organizations.

Deepak Ganju is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in providing personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients’ unique financial goals and life priorities. Drawing on the investment insights from Merrill Lynch strategists and the banking services of Bank of America, he supports clients in areas including retirement planning, family wealth management, education planning, international wealth management, and investment consulting for defined benefit and contribution plans. Deepak holds an MBA from California State University, San Francisco, and a Bachelor's degree from the University of Phoenix. He carries the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and communicates fluently in English and Hindi. Beyond his professional role, Deepak contributes to his community through involvement with the Kiwanis Club, the Indo American Community Federation, and immigrant services within the Indo American community. His approach centers on developing risk-averse, tax-efficient financial strategies to help clients preserve and build wealth in a manner that supports their long-term objectives. Deepak’s client focus spans a range of financial planning needs, and he emphasizes working closely with clients to create flexible plans that adapt to changing market conditions.

Robert Haeusslein is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing 38 years of experience to his role. Since joining Merrill in July 1984, he has focused primarily on serving high net worth individuals, offering expertise in areas such as college education planning, divorce transition planning, family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, personal retirement planning, philanthropic planning, portfolio management, special needs planning strategies, tax minimization, and retirement income. He holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® (CFP), Certified Investment Management Analyst® (CIMA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). His educational background includes a High School Diploma from Hillsdale High School. Outside of his professional work, Robert enjoys a variety of personal interests, including baseball, basketball, boating, fishing, football, gardening, golfing, reading, spending time with his family, and tennis.

Jenny Lee is a financial advisor at Merrill with five years of industry experience and a Series 66 designation. She has worked at Bank of America, N.A. and Merrill since 2020, and previously spent nine years at American Express. Outside of her advisory role, she owns Greyfin Management LLC, a business involved in importing car floor mats from Taiwan. Merrill serves a broad range of clients including individuals, retirement plans, corporations, and institutional clients by offering managed account programs, discretionary portfolio management, and brokerage services. The firm emphasizes integrated manager selection, tax-efficient capabilities, and benefits from its affiliation with Bank of America and related entities.

Brian Wang is a financial advisor at Merrill in San Mateo, CA, holding a Series 66 designation with three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Merrill in 2019, he worked at General Motors Financial and Pi Charging and was affiliated with the University of Michigan. 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.

Matthew Murrer is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, operating as part of Luciano & Associates, a team focused on serving a select group of ultra-high-net-worth clients primarily in Silicon Valley. Working alongside Managing Director Paul Luciano, Matthew provides personalized wealth management services that address complex financial situations for entrepreneurs and families. His role encompasses client meetings, financial proposal development, and delivering strategic advice tailored to individual client priorities. Matthew specializes in areas including education planning, executive and equity compensation, family and international wealth management, liquidity and portfolio management, tax minimization, philanthropic planning, and retirement planning. Drawing on his early financial education and prior experience as a Financial Analyst at Applied Materials, he emphasizes helping clients make informed, thoughtful financial decisions free from emotional bias. He holds a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor’s degree from the College of the Holy Cross. Fluent in English and Spanish, Matthew integrates his analytical skills and market knowledge to support his clients’ long-term financial goals. Beyond his professional duties, Matthew is actively involved in community and philanthropic efforts. He participates in fundraising for the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation (JDRF), an organization aligned with his personal experience living with Type 1 Diabetes. He also contributes time to Loaves & Fishes and engages in local holiday outreach activities. In his personal time, Matthew enjoys adventure and fitness activities such as snowboarding, surfing, Brazilian Jiu Jitsu, meditation, traveling, and cooking.

Plato Wang is a financial advisor at Merrill with 12 years of industry experience. He holds Series 65 and Series 63 licenses and has worked at firms including Bank of America, Fidelity Investments, and Merrill. Outside of his advisory role, he manages a small online business selling used books via Amazon. Merrill, along with its affiliate Managed Account Advisors LLC, provides managed account services through the Select Portfolio Solutions Program, offering model-based and discretionary investment strategies for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional investors.

Kimberly Dunne is a financial advisor at Merrill with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and has worked at Merrill since 2010 and Bank of America, N.A. since 2011. 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.

Kate Martinez is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning her career in financial services in 1998, she has developed expertise in financial planning, portfolio management, and retirement income strategies. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch in 2008, she spent eight years at Wells Fargo Investments where she served affluent clients in managing their financial assets. Kate's approach involves thoroughly understanding her clients' personal and financial needs to establish objectives and develop customized strategies addressing both short-term and long-term concerns. She conducts regular quarterly reviews and annual financial planning audits to ensure clients remain on track to meet their financial goals. She collaborates closely with clients' attorneys, accountants, and insurance professionals to support an attainable path toward their objectives. Kate holds a Bachelor's degree in Finance and Accounting from San Francisco State University. She has earned the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER® designation awarded by the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc., and the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ designation from the College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. Fluent in Mandarin and Cantonese, Kate volunteers at her children's school and enjoys spending time with her family, hiking, cooking, and gardening.

Scott Levaggi is a financial advisor with Merrill in San Mateo, CA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has been with Merrill since 2008. 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.

Sharon Mok is a Wealth Management Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies that align with their long-term goals and adapt to changing market conditions. Sharon provides access to Merrill’s investment insights alongside the banking and lending solutions offered through Bank of America. Sharon holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a Bachelor's Degree from San Francisco State University. She is committed to community involvement and dedicates time to volunteering with local organizations, reflecting the Merrill tradition of service in the communities they support.