Freeman-O'Connell Wealth Management Group
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
4000 Embassy Parkway
Suite 300
Akron OH 44333
(330) 670.2470
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Freeman-O'Connell Wealth Management Group believes that good relationships are built through teamwork and involvement, delivered through our advisors, wealth management client associates and access to the global investment capabilities of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America. We want to be your primary source for financial advice and guidance. And we want you to value the dedication and diligence offered to you at each step of the financial planning process.
Freeman-O'Connell Wealth Management Group
Welcome

Managing your wealth begins with a deep understanding of your full financial picture. Based on what matters most to you, I can help create a strategy as flexible as today's changing market conditions, and I can provide access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience and lending solutions of Bank of America. I will work to help you pursue your goals through personalized wealth management strategies.

Recognition
Lucy O'Connell
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State", 2025
(Published on February 11, 2025. Rankings based on data as of Sept 30, 2024.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
Freeman-O'Connell Wealth Management Group
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024-2025
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
About Us
Philosophy

No two people are alike. Consequently, there is no single approach to wealth management that is appropriate for everyone. What matters most to you is what matters most to us. Once we get to know you, your priorities, your goals, risk tolerance, time horizons, liquidity needs and what you want to accomplish over time, only then can the team help you position yourself to identify and address financial challenges and potential opportunities. To that end, we thoughtfully employ our experience and resources to help guide you as you pursue your goals.

Meet Our Team
Charles Freeman,

CFP®, CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
330.670.2470
Lucy O'Connell,

CFP®, CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
330.670.2484
Chelsea Angela Budo
Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
330.670.2481
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.
Danielle Nizich
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
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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