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The Fecel Team
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
2800 Post Oak Blvd
Houston TX 77056
(713) 840.5958
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For over 57 years, our mission has been to help empower business owners, entrepreneurs, and multigenerational families to build and manage their wealth with clarity and confidence. Our mission is to guide you through every stage of life—from career advancement and family planning to retirement and legacy building—helping to simplify complex financial decisions so you can focus on what matters most.
The Fecel Team
Welcome

Your wealth reflects your hard work, sacrifices, and hopes for the future—entrusting its management is a deeply personal and meaningful decision. At The Fecel Team, we recognize the importance of this trust and are committed to upholding it.
With over 75 years of combined experience, our multigenerational team is proud to serve accomplished individuals and families who have earned their success through hard work and dedication. We continue this legacy by offering personalized advice, clear communication, and unwavering attention to detail—all intending to simplify your life and help you pursue what matters most.
For business owners, we understand that your wealth is often closely tied to the future of your enterprise. That’s why our comprehensive approach analyzes your full financial picture. Whether you're thinking about selling your business or passing it on to the next generation, we facilitate strategic conversations to support your objectives. Our focus is on creating a strong financial foundation and incorporating tax-efficient strategies and sustainable cash flow management to make the process smoother, less stressful, and more personally and financially rewarding.
Whether your goals involve building, preserving, or transitioning your wealth, we take the time to deeply understand your unique personal and professional priorities across generations. Our guidance is designed to help you navigate the complexities and opportunities that come with significant wealth, always keeping your needs and interests at the center of everything we do.

We invite you to discover how The Fecel Team delivers a distinctive client experience—built on trust, collaboration, and a steadfast commitment to helping you achieve your goals today and for the future.

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Recognition
Donald Fecel
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2020-2025
(Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024
(Published on January 12, 2024. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2023.)
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The Fecel Team
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
Our Philosophy

We believe the best financial approach is the one that helps you pursue your goals. That's why, from the start, we talk about your aspirations and encourage you to ask questions about issues that matter most to you. Calculating how to manage future health care expenses? College on the horizon? Considering the sale of a business or purchase of a home? Preparing to pass your wealth to future generations? It all starts with a plan intended to help you manage, grow, and preserve your wealth today, while also considering the impact it can have for years to come. With access to the investment insights of Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America, We will work with you to develop an approach designed to help address your financial needs.

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Saturday, August 17th 2024| 11;30am - 4:00pm CST
Fecel Team Annual Houston Food Bank Service Event

Lunch will be served prior to our 1pm CT service shift. Please come wearing comfortable clothes that you canpotentially get dirty and move freely in, including closed toe shoes or sneakers. We welcome...

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Wednesday, February 19th 2025| 12:30pm - 1:00pm CST
The Fecel Team 1st Quarter 2025 Outlook Update

During this event Craig Fecel will:
• Provide you with timely information that you can use to make informed decisions
• Review material from the Chief Investment Office
• Share how Merrill advis...

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Thursday, May 22nd 2025| 12:30 p.m. - 1:00 p.m. CST
Fecel Team 2025 2nd Quarter Outlook Update

During this event Craig Fecel will:
• Provide you with timely information that you can use to make informed decisions
• Review material from the Chief Investment Office
• Share how Merrill advis...

Meet Our Team
Donald Fecel,

CFP®, CPFA®, CPM®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
713.840.5958
Jeremy Character,

SE-AWMA™

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
713.840.5934
Feriz Halili
Assistant Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
713.840.4746
Tamara T Stoerner
Assistant Vice President, Wealth Management Associate
713.840.5957
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Yesenia Vasquez
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate (FP)
713.840.5959
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.
Jim Goodrich
Wealth Strategist
Merrill
Alfred Hegyes
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Katya Garza
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
NMLS #966891
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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