I have been with Merrill my entire career. I joined the firm in 1996 and currently serve as Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor. For more than 25 years, I have helped my clients develop a customized strategy tailored to their unique needs and goals, which might include funding their children's or grandchildren's education, making sure their money lasts in retirement, buying a second home, covering their potential health care costs or transferring their wealth to the next generation.
My process is designed to deliver a customized, consistent experience that goes beyond portfolio management. My passion is fueled by knowing I make a positive difference in the lives of the clients I serve.
I graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in Finance. I obtained my Chartered Retirement Planning CounselorTM certification in 2007. My wife and I have three boys and live in Chicago's western suburbs.
Named to the 2024 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list.
Published on April 3, 2024. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2023.*
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My mission, first and foremost, is to understand you and what matters most to you. Armed with that information I can ask thoughtful questions -- listening carefully, then understanding in detail where your wealth stands today and where you'd like it to be tomorrow. I help you design and implement a personalized plan intended to help you and your family pursue financial goals while helping manage investment risk. My approach is to focus on potential solutions that can help turn goals into reality.
Bringing fresh perspectives to your financial life
The financial decisions you make today can help determine the future you build for yourself and your family. Carving a clear path forward starts with connecting your life and finances. A Merrill advisor provides access to the investing insights of Merrill and banking capabilities of Bank of America to help you make informed decisions as you pursue your goals.