Sebastian, Awner, Houlding, Spagnolo Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
50 Fountain Plaza
Suite 1100
Buffalo NY 14202
(716) 849.2147
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Recognition
Chris A. Sebastian
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2019-2024
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Barron's "Top 1200 Financial Advisors", 2021-2025
(Published annually in March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.)
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Sebastian, Awner, Houlding, Spagnolo Group
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 "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.)
About Us
Philosophy

Life is always changing and growing more complex. In the same way, your priorities and needs around your family, work, health and home are always evolving. And since your finances are so deeply connected with the rest of your life, an investment approach that is specific to your unique situation can be helpful. Even if you're accustomed to managing your finances on your own, you may find value in having a relationship with someone who understands your priorities and who has the knowledge and resources to help you make more informed decisions, no matter where you are in life.

Meet Our Team
Chris A. Sebastian
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
716.849.2059
Maxine Awner,

CAP®

Senior Vice President, Senior Consultant
716.849.2024
J. Austin Houlding,

CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
716.849.2147
Graziano Spagnolo
Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
716.849.2125
James Gallagher,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
716.849.2040
Carolyn P Sullivan,

CFP®

Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager
716.849.2004
Donna L Kozuch,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Relationship Manager
716.849.2138
Loretta Nappo
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
716.849.2115
Leslie A Zoerb,

CRPC™

Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
716.849.2126
Kim M Mahoney
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
716.849.2129
Christina Battista,

CRPC™

Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
716.849.2035
Jennifer Caldiero
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
716.849.2036
Michael J Santomauro
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
716.849.2020
Faraaz  Mohammed Ali
Faraaz Mohammed Ali,

AAMS™, APMA™, CRPC™

Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
716.849.2033
Thomas J. Rauen
Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
716.849.2003
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.
Donna M Szustak
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Sherie L Allensworth
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #590004
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Michelle Neuerman
Structured Credit Executive
Bank of America, N.A.
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