Soto Sawyer Crosby Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
2024 Corporate Centre Drive
Suite 301
Myrtle Beach, SC 29577
(843) 946.2025
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At the Soto Sawyer Crosby Group, we dedicate ourselves to advancing purposeful wealth.
Soto Sawyer Crosby Group
Welcome

As a dedicated team of six, we leverage our strengths to cultivate dynamic client experiences enhanced by multi-layer support and uniquely tailored strategy. Our clients rely on us for a comprehensive approach to their goals, values, concerns, and impactful events. We exist to lend stability to their financial picture and a voice of reason amidst a plethora of "what if" questions. Our work ethic, integrity, and competence guide our disciplined process. From multi-year planning for business owners to asset management for professionals and a tax-sensitive approach to priorities for retirees, we are here to serve those who trust us to honor their values and objectives.

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Recognition
Carlos Soto
First Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2023-2024
(Published annually in January. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of prior year.)
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Soto Sawyer Crosby Group
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
Philosophy

"The clients we advise deserve tailored strategies accompanied by service of the utmost quality."— This is the mindset that infuses our actions and attitudes at the Soto Sawyer Crosby Group.

The clients who seek our advice have worked hard for their wealth. Humble and high striving, we are respectful of their achievements, seeking to honor their time through the thoughtfulness of our strategy and the thoroughness of our preparation.

Clients rely on us. We strive to consistently meet this expectation through our work ethic and integrity. When individuals and families meet with us, we look them in the eye and listen attentively, eager to address their questions and help them weigh their decisions.

Meet Our Team
Carlos Soto,

CEPA®, CFP®, CPFA™, CRPC™, CRPS™

First Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
843.946.2035
John Sawyer,

CPFA™

Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
843.946.2017
Daniel Crosby,

CRPC™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
843.946.2006
Jessica A Smith
Officer, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
843.946.2025
Kristen S Geno
Assistant Vice President, Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
843.946.2012
Faith Lauren Davis
Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
843.946.2028
Additional Resources
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