The Ertmann Foster Knight Group
Merrill Private Wealth Management
222 Lakeview Avenue
Suite 1300
West Palm Beach, FL 33401
(312) 325.2739
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Mission Statement
We provide wealth management solutions and personalized attention to a limited number of wealthy individuals and families. We combine our experience and understanding of complex financial needs with the broad capabilities of a global institution to help address your goals.
Welcome

Managing your wealth begins with a deep understanding of your full financial picture. Based on what matters most to you, I can help create a strategy as flexible as today's changing market conditions, and I can provide access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience and lending solutions of Bank of America. I will work to help you pursue your goals through personalized wealth management strategies.

Recognition
James Ertmann
Managing Director, Private Wealth Manager
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2021-2023
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023
(Published on January 12, 2023. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022.)
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Our Approach
A Commitment to Service

Merrill Private Wealth Management is committed to providing a select group of clients with highly personalized one-on-one service. When you work with us, our knowledgeable, rigorously trained private wealth advisors will gain a deep understanding of your goals, help you develop a multigenerational wealth strategy, and help you update your strategy as needed. We are committed to providing you access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America, and Merrill will continue to invest in client tools and new technology to enhance your overall experience as you and your private wealth advisor pursue what's most important to you.

Meet Our Team
James Ertmann
Managing Director, Private Wealth Manager
312.325.2739
Benjamin Foster
Managing Director, Private Wealth Advisor
561.514.4807
Barry S Knight
Senior Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager
561.514.4883
Steven Teubl,

CFA

Vice President, Private Wealth Senior Investment Manager
312.325.2777
Sean Jamison,

CFA

Vice President, Private Wealth Senior Relationship Manager
312.325.2636
Flavia Nunes
Senior Financial Advisor
561.514.4803
Jessica Olinger
Officer, Private Wealth Client Associate
561.514.4834
Stephen Bellissimo,

CFP®

Merrill Financial Solutions Advisor
NMLS #2551096
561.514.4841
About Private Wealth

Looking at your wealth from every angle
Navigating complex wealth requires more than making investing decisions. It takes a trusted confidante who can help you step back and see the big picture. Your Merrill Private Wealth advisor is that steadfast guide — advocating for you, your family, and the people and causes you care about. Working together, we can help with strategies designed to grow, sustain and transfer your wealth to amplify the impact at every step of life's journey with insight, simplicity, perspective and solutions. Find out what it's like to work with us.

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