The SiRiCa Wealth Management Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
449 Route 146
Clifton Park, NY 12065
(866) 499.8327
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We work collaboratively to help clients prepare for, and transition to, retirement. We are honored to share that we have been ranked:#11 on 2023 Forbes “America’s Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth” List (published on November 7, 2023), and #2 on the 2023 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” List for New York (published on January 12, 2023). Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022.*See disclosures below. 
The SiRiCa Wealth Management Group
Welcome

Welcome to the SiRiCa Wealth Management Group. Our goal is to help you pursue and achieve yours.

Recognition
Todd Silaika
Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "America"s Top Wealth Advisors", 2018-2022
(Published in April 2023-2024. Rankings based on data as of June of the preious year. Years pre-dating 2023, published annually Aug - Oct. Rankings based on data as of March - June of current year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2018-2022
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Barron's "America's Top 1200 Financial Advisors State-by-State", 2009-2010, 2014, 2016-2022
(Published annually in March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "America’s Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth", 2022
(Published on November 8, 2022. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023
(Published on January 12, 2023. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022.)
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The SiRiCa Wealth Management Group
Forbes "America's Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth", 2022-2023
(Published annually in November. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of current year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Welcome to the SiRiCa Wealth Management Group

"These days, clients are redefining 'retirement.' Often, it means a second career and new challenges--anything but sitting still. The SiRiCa Group can help you use your wealth to support new endeavors."
~ Todd Silaika, CFP®, CPWA® CAIA

Managing Director
Wealth Management Advisor
Portfolio Manager

*Please see Todd Silaika's biography for award disclosure. Barron's published on March 12, 2018. Rankings based on data as of September 30, 2017. Forbes' published on September 12, 2018. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2018.

*Source: The Forbes "America's Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth" list, published on November 8, 2022. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2022.

Data provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC. Forbes "America's Top Wealth Management Teams High Net Worth" ranking was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person, virtual and telephone due diligence meetings and a ranking algorithm that includes: a measure of each team's best practices, client retention, industry experience, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, including: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of Forbes and not representative nor indicative of any one client's experience, future performance, or investment outcome and should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor. Rankings and recognition from Forbes are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a current or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results. SHOOK's research and rankings provide opinions intended to help investors choose the right financial advisor and team, and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client's experience. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

Thursday, September 12th 2024| 11 am EST - 12 pm EST
You’re invited to a Virtual Event: Market & Political Perspectives with the SiRiCa Wealth Management Group

At Merrill, we are here to help you make thoughtful decisions. That's why we invite you to join us for this informative presentation. During this educational event, we will:

  • Provide you with timely information that you can consider to make informed decisions
  • Share how Merrill advisors will strive to help you pursue your goals

With the presidential election around the corner we thought it would be appropriate to have a discussion around markets and elections. Joining The SiRiCa Group for this WebEx will be managing director, John Tousley from Goldman Sachs.
Please take note, we have allocated TWO time slots in hopes that you'll be able to fit this into your schedule.
Please also note: you will need to register for the event via the URL link. You can connect to audio via:

  • Your computer or Ipad
  • Entering your phone number in the "Connect to Audio" option and the conference line will call you directly
  • Dialing the conference line information specific to each virtual event below from your phone
Thursday, September 12th 2024| 4pm EST - 5 pm EST
You’re invited to a Virtual Event: Market & Political Perspectives with the SiRiCa Wealth Management Group

At Merrill, we are here to help you make thoughtful decisions. That's why we invite you to join us for this informative presentation. During this educational event, we will:

  • Provide you with timely information that you can consider to make informed decisions
  • Share how Merrill advisors will strive to help you pursue your goals

With the presidential election around the corner we thought it would be appropriate to have a discussion around markets and elections. Joining The SiRiCa Group for this WebEx will be managing director, John Tousley from Goldman Sachs.

Please take note, we have allocated TWO time slots in hopes that you'll be able to fit this into your schedule.

Please also note: you will need to register for the event via the URL link. You can connect to audio via:

  • Your computer or Ipad
  • Entering your phone number in the "Connect to Audio" option and the conference line will call you directly
  • Dialing the conference line information specific to each virtual event below from your phone
Meet Our Team
Todd Silaika,

CAIA®, CFP®, CPWA®

Managing Director, Wealth Management Advisor
518.373.7448
Erick Richardson,

CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
518.373.7447
Scott Calhoun,

CRPC™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
518.373.7443
Lee Wilson,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
518.373.7451
James Coker,

CFP®, CIMA®

Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
518.373.7444
James Gallagher,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
716.849.2040
Carol Borgia
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
518.373.7442
Cory A Teleisha
No Officer Title, Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
518.373.7449
Susan M Martuscello
No Officer Title, Wealth Management Client Associate
518.373.7446
Deborah Corbari,

AAMS™

Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
518.373.7452
VICTORIA SILAIKA,

AAMS™

Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
518.373.7453
Nuala E Blanchard,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Business Manager
518.373.7441
Shireen Kafiluddi,

CRPC™

No Officer Title, Wealth Planner
518.373.7450
Michael Dierolf,

AAMS™, CRPC™

Wealth Management Specialist
518.373.7456
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.
Timothy Thomas
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #480782
Russell Du Pont
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
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