Schalk & Associates

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
805 Northern Blvd
Great Neck NY 11021
(516) 498.3475
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Welcome

Our mission is to earn the trust and confidence of our clients and their families by managing all aspects of their financial lives with integrity, empathy, and strategic insight. We take the time to deeply understand what matters most to you. From there, we create customized wealth management strategies designed to help you turn your goals into reality while helping manage risk and building a lasting legacy across generations.

Recognition
Thomas Schalk
Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
Financial Times "400 Top Financial Advisers", 2020
(Published on April 16, 2020. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2019.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2019, 2022-2025
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
About Us
Philosophy

At Schalk & Associates, managing wealth starts with understanding your full financial picture and the goals that matter most to you. We work with corporate executives, business owners, and financial professionals to create tailored strategies that help you grow, preserve, and transfer wealth in a way that reflects your values. We believe your goals should be at the center of your financial decisions. By taking the time to understand what's most important to you, we develop a personalized plan that addresses both your current needs and future aspirations.

With the insights of Merrill and the resources of Bank of America, we offer the expertise and support you need to make informed decisions and navigate the complexities of wealth management. Our approach is built on collaboration, ensuring your financial strategy aligns with your long-term objectives and the legacy you want to build.

We're committed to providing clear, reliable guidance every step of the way, simplifying the challenges of managing significant wealth and giving you confidence as you move forward.

Meet Our Team
Thomas Schalk,

CRPC™

Managing Director, Senior Financial Advisor
516.498.3475
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Kelly A Bridgwood
Officer, Wealth Management Associate
516.773.6930
Schalk & Associates Team Photo
Ryan Olsen,

CFP®, CMT®

Officer, Wealth Planner
516.498.3358
Schalk & Associates Team Photo
Edward Lizotte
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
516.498.3347
Schalk & Associates Team Photo
Cailey Welch
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
516.498.3429
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.
Jacqueline Goodman
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Gary B Ehrlich
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #589394
Bank of America, N.A.
Christopher Caradec
Wealth Strategist
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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