Brennan, Dill & Associates

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
300 W Vine St
Lexington KY 40507
(859) 231.5201
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Guided by faith, trust, respect, humility, and integrity, we believe the best advice begins with listening, the strongest relationships are built on trust, and every decision deserves the same care we would give our own family. You built something meaningful. We're here to help you enjoy it, protect it, and share it with the people you love.
Brennan, Dill & Associates
Welcome

We help you unwind. 

At Brennan, Dill & Associates, we specialize in helping business owners, executives, and affluent families navigate the opportunities and complexities that come with highly appreciated assets. We partner with your attorneys, CPAs, and other trusted advisors to design tax efficient strategies to unwind the gains in your business, real estate, and securities.

You didn't build your wealth overnight—and the decisions that come next deserve thoughtful guidance.

Recognition
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Mollie Brennan
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
Working Mother's "Top Wealth Adviser Moms", 2019-2020
(Published annually Sept – Oct. Rankings based on data as of Mar 31 of current year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2021-2025
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2025
(Published on February 11, 2025. Rankings based on data as of Sept 30, 2024.)
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Brennan, Dill & Associates
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2026
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Our Approach

Every relationship begins with a conversation, helping you identify and prioritize which goals matter most to you. Whether it's transferring wealth to the next generation, liquidating a business, customizing your financial approach to help you pursue your passions, or providing advice and guidance to help you stay informed, we start by listening to learn more about you and your family.

Meet Our Team
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Mollie Brennan,

CEPA®, CIMA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
859.231.5246
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Mark Dill,

CEPA®, CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
859.231.5237
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Jessica Decker Schmidt,

CFP®, CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Planner
859.231.5252
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Cassie Leitsinger,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
859.231.5222
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John Michael Gordon
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
859.231.5201
Marcella Butler,

CEPA®

Financial Advisor
859.231.5212
Lilli Whitlow,

CRPC™

Financial Advisor
502.329.5105
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Investments & Wealth Institute® (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CIMA® and Certified Investment Management Analyst®. Use of CIMA®, and/or Certified Investment Management Analyst® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for investment management professionals.
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