CMX Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
1780 Hughes Landing Blvd
The Woodlands TX 77380
(281) 882.4821
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CMX Group offers a refined, client-centered advisory experience - bringing together disciplined investment and legacy planning, tax-aware strategies, and highly attentive service for those who value a thoughtful long-term partnership.

About Us
Tailored Relationships, Dedicated Attention, Exceptional Care

Our practice is intentionlly structured to maintain a high level of focus across a select group of client relationships, allowing for a level of continuity, and depth that is difficult to replicate in a traditional advisory model. We invest the time to develop a nuanced understanding of each client's full financial picture—integrating investment strategy, wealth planning, and life considerations into a cohesive, long-term framework.

This disciplined, relationship-first approach enables us to anticipate needs, navigate complexity, and provide steady, informed guidance across market cycles and major life decisions. Every interaction is intentional, every recommendation is considered, and every detail is managed with care—delivering an experience defined not by volume, but by precision, consistency, and trust.

Meet Our Team
Matthew Cudd
Senior Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
281.882.4816
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Don Martone,

ChFC®, CFP®, CLU®, CPWA®

Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
281.882.4818
Kurt A Murphy
Vice President, Senior Financial Advisor
281.882.4813
Shae Drake
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
281.882.4821
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.
Jennifer Blythe
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Kimberlye Climie
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #319305
Bank of America, N.A.
Jocelyn T Smith
Retirement Specialist
Bank of America, N.A.
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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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