The Shalhoup Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
75 Rockefeller Plz
New York, NY 10019
(212) 415.7742
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Mission Statement
We work to free you from the stress and worry of managing wealth, so you are free to enjoy its rewards.
Welcome

The Shalhoup Group is a Private Wealth Management team based out of Merrill’s Flagship office in New York City.  We have extensive knowledge and experience in stock compensation strategies, corporate benefits, and customized wealth planning.  Many of our clients are top executives at the largest companies in the world.  We are aware of the complexities and sophistication required to provide a white-glove approach to C-Level executives at large public companies.

What makes our team unique?

Our level of advice, service, and execution have differentiated us, and propelled our growth as a team.  Our team’s infrastructure and personnel allow us to deliver the highest level of client experience to our executive clients & their families.  The Shalhoup Group operates nationally and aims to provide on-going service to you & your family for multiple generations.  

Our team is comprised of talented individuals with well-earned designations including a CFA, CPWA®, CFP®, CRPC™.  The respective designations drive the gold-standard of advice around investment management strategy, estate planning services, retirement planning, as well as corporate benefits planning.  

What services do we provide?

  • Long Term Financial Strategies
  • Investment Management
  • Helping you Manage Your Equity Compensation
  • Helping you with Concentrated Stock Management
  • College Education Planning
  • Trust and Estate Planning Services through Bank of America
  • Wealth Transfer Strategies
  • Credit and Lending through Bank of America

The members of The Shalhoup Group have over 100 years of combined experience in our industry;  we believe our longevity is based on holding ourselves to high standards of honesty, professionalism, and respect.
Recognition
Michael Shalhoup
Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2018-2024
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Barron's "Top 1,200 Financial Advisors", 2022-2024
(Published annually in March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.)
On Wall Street "Top 40 Advisors Under 40", 2018-2023
(Published annually Jan – Mar. Rankings based on data as of Sept 30 – Dec 31 of prior year.)
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The Shalhoup Group
Forbes "America's Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth", 2022-2024
(Published annually in November. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.)
Barron’s “Top 250 Private Wealth Management Teams”, 2024
(Published on May 10, 2024. Rankings based on data as of December 31, 2023.)
About Us
Philosophy

We believe the best financial approach is the one that helps you pursue your goals. That's why, from the start, we talk about your aspirations and encourage you to ask questions about issues that matter most to you. Calculating how to manage future health care expenses? College on the horizon? Considering the sale of a business or purchase of a home? Preparing to pass your wealth to future generations? It all starts with a plan intended to help you manage, grow, and preserve your wealth today, while also considering the impact it can have for years to come. With access to the investment insights of Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America, We will work with you to develop an approach designed to help address your financial needs.

Meet Our Team
Michael Shalhoup,

CRPC™

Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
212.415.7742
Christopher Battaglia
Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
212.415.8184
Kevin Reavey
Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
212.415.7541
Nicholas Plate,

CPWA®

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
212.415.7980
MICHAEL RUBIN
Financial Advisor
212.415.7371
Sally Cai,

CFP®, CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
212.415.8924
Kyle Chwatt
Financial Advisor
212.415.7962
Justin D Azran,

CFP®

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
212.415.7855
Justin R Shimborske,

CFA

Assistant Vice President, Investment Management Specialist
212.415.7816
Alexander J Popowich
Business Manager
212.415.8976
Joseph Marino,

CRPC™

Officer, Wealth Management Associate
212.415.7623
Alba M Diaz
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
212.415.0067
William Florence
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
212.415.8992
Julia Pepe
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
212.415.7601
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.
Conor O'Keefe
Alternative Investments Regional Specialist
Bank of America, N.A.
Andreas Pietschnig
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Michael Saraceno
Senior Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #808005
About Merrill

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