The Smits Welch Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
250 Monroe Avenue NW
Floor 06
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 242.8319
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We work with a select group of executives and senior leadership, giving them the opportunity to access some of the best resources in the industry. Our belief is by building a relationship with our clients and being intentional with their goals we can maximize our resources and plan efficiently to help meet their needs. 
The Smits Welch Group
Welcome


The Smits Welch Group takes the time to know clients as individuals and investors, and we value the relationships we develop. We can explore the individualized financial goals that are important to clients, and create custom strategies designed to help them pursue each of their goals. We see ourselves as a financial ally for each succeeding generation.

About Us
Philosophy

It is important that you take positive steps toward your financial future, and that means getting more than just investment advice. We take the time to get to know you and your family, your financial situation and what matters most to you. Using one-on-one collarboration as a foundation, We can work with you to build your own personalized financial strategy.

Meet Our Team
David Smits,

CFP®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
616.774.4219
P Craig Welch IV
Assistant Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
616.242.8319
Mignon Nance
Wealth Management Client Associate
231.725.6406
Caroline Gentry
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
616.774.4212
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.
Nicholas A. Beilfuss
Wealth Strategies Advisor
Bank of America, N.A.
Katelyn McMiller
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
About Merrill

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.

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Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER®, and the CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
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