The Croom Guile Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
6000 Fairview Rd
Charlotte NC 28210
(704) 705.3308
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At The Croom Guile Group, we believe your wealth should bring you confidence—not concern. Our team takes the time to understand what matters most to you, your family, and your future. With that insight, we help you build a clear, personalized financial strategy designed to simplify decision making and support the life you want to live. Backed by decades of experience and a passion for delivering white glove service, we partner with you on every step of your financial journey—from investing and planning to navigating life’s pivotal moments. Your goals drive our approach, and your success is the standard by which we measure our own.
The Croom Guile Group
Welcome

At The Croom Guile Group, everything starts with you—your priorities, your goals, and the life you want to build. Our mission is to understand what truly matters so we can help bring clarity and confidence to every financial decision ahead.
We take the time to ask thoughtful questions and listen closely. That insight allows us to get a complete picture of where your wealth stands today and where you’d like it to be tomorrow. From there, we work together to design a personalized, disciplined strategy that aligns with your needs while helping manage risk along the way.
Our role is to help turn goals into actionable plans and plans into meaningful progress. With a commitment to service and a focus on practical, tailored solutions, we strive to make the complex feel simple—and to help you and your family move forward with confidence.

Recognition
Greg Croom
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
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.)
The Croom Guile Group
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
Philosophy

At The Croom Guile Group, we believe the right financial approach is the one built entirely around your goals, your timeline, and your life. That's why we begin by exploring your aspirations and encouraging open conversations about the decisions that matter most. Whether you're planning for future healthcare costs, preparing for college expenses, navigating the sale of a business, purchasing a home, or considering the legacy you'll leave for the next generation, your journey starts with a well‑crafted plan.
We focus on helping you manage, grow, and preserve your wealth today—while keeping a long-term perspective on the opportunities and challenges ahead. By combining our experience with the deep investment insights of Merrill and the comprehensive banking capabilities of Bank of America, we work collaboratively with you to design a strategy intended to address your financial needs with clarity and confidence.

Our philosophy is simple: thoughtful planning, proactive guidance, and a commitment to helping turn your goals into meaningful progress.

Meet Our Team
Greg Croom,

AAMS™, CFP®, CRPC™

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
704.705.3241
Michael Guile,

CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
704.705.3242
Cleo Kontoulas,

CRPC™

Senior Financial Advisor
704.705.3312
Fletcher Dameron,

CRPC™

Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
704.705.3308
Lisa M Balducci,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
704.705.3266
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.
Adam J. Ward
Retirement Specialist
Bank of America, N.A.
Trent Hoover
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #198530
Bank of America, N.A.
Frank Bentley
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
About Merrill

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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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AAMS™ and Accredited Asset Management Specialist™ are registered service marks, and CRPC® and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ are registered service marks of the College for Financial Planning.
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Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™, CRPC™, and the CRPC™ logo are certification marks or registered certification marks of The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. in the United States.