The GD Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
3075A Hansen Way
Palo Alto CA 94304
(650) 473.7845
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The GD Group believes that good relationships are built through teamwork and involvement, delivered through our advisors, wealth management client associates and access to the global investment capabilities of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America. We want to be your primary source for financial advice and guidance. And we want you to value the dedication and diligence offered to you at each step of the financial planning process.
Welcome

At the GD Group, you are our priority. Your needs fuel our hard work, and your ambitions animate our pursuit of excellence.

We know your time is precious. Here are a few of the ways we differentiate our approach:

  • Depth of experience. Our co-founders, Cory Goligoski and Matt Damelio, have more than 60 years of direct experience at Merrill. We have advised a number of ultra-high-net-worth clients, so we are closely attuned to their needs, interests, and risks. We are joined by a talented team of ten Advisors and Associates, who work in concert to create an exceptional experience for the clients in our care.
  • Tax sensitivity. The clients we advise have worked hard to create their wealth. We honor that effort through our emphasis on tax-sensitivity and after-tax investment returns. We believe we offer a vantage point few can provide, and we follow through on that conviction by devising thoughtful strategies designed for wealth preservation and transfer to the next generation.
  • Diversification and asset efficiency. We are particularly strong in advising executives who have concentrated positions, helping them hedge down-side risk. We employ a variety of techniques to enhance diversification, including direct indexing, exchange funds, and zero cost collars, among others.
  • Trustworthiness. When you speak with us, you’ll gain a team that is dedicated to serving you with integrity and forthright advice, eager to discuss your ideas and give flight to your aspirations. Our long record of service attests to the quality of our relationships and the close bonds we share with our client families.

    We welcome the opportunity to speak with you about your needs. Please reach out to either of our team founders:

    Cory Goligoski                                                                                                 
    Managing Director  
    Wealth Management Advisor     
    650.473.7845

    Matt Damelio
    Managing Director                                                                                          
    Wealth Management Advisor                                                                  
    650.473.7915

    *Some or all alternative investment programs may not be in the best interest of certain investors. No assurance can be given that any alternative investment’s investment objectives will be achieved.
Recognition
Cory Goligoski
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2018-2024
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
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About Us
Our Philosophy

We believe the best financial approach is the one that helps you pursue your goals. That's why, from the start, we talk about your aspirations and encourage you to ask questions about issues that matter most to you. Calculating how to manage future health care expenses? College on the horizon? Considering the sale of a business or purchase of a home? Preparing to pass your wealth to future generations? It all starts with a plan intended to help you manage, grow, and preserve your wealth today, while also considering the impact it can have for years to come. With access to the investment insights of Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America, We will work with you to develop an approach designed to help address your financial needs.

Meet Our Team
Cory Goligoski,

CFP®, CPFA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
650.473.7845
Matt Damelio,

CIMA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
650.473.7915
Michael Tong
First Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
650.473.7962
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John Silk,

CRPC™

Financial Advisor
650.473.7828
Jack Damelio
Vice President, Financial Advisor
650.473.7947
Lora L Williams
Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
650.473.7819
Sarah Jongeward,

CRPC™, CSRIC®

Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager
650.473.7913
Nicole Le
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
650.473.7813
Irene Lim
Irene Lim
Wealth Management Client Associate
650.473.7918
Additional Resources
The following specialists do not make securities recommendations. Please contact your Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor if you have questions about how a specialist might be able to assist you.
Rachel Kanter
Investment Solutions Group Portfolio Strategist
Bank of America, N.A.
Stephen M Grobecker
Retirement Specialist
Bank of America, N.A.
Samantha C Sylvester
Wealth Strategies Advisor
Bank of America, N.A.
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