Heather Gottlich
Advisor at Merrill
Data sourced from SEC public records (and other sources when available). Some details may be added by the advisor after claiming their profile. Refreshed daily • Updated today.
Advisor at Merrill
Data sourced from SEC public records (and other sources when available). Some details may be added by the advisor after claiming their profile. Refreshed daily • Updated today.
Firm
Merrill
Location
Encino, CA 91436
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Industry experience
37 years
Heather Gottlich is a Wealth Management Advisor and Portfolio Manager at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning her career in 1989, she has worked with high net worth individuals and institutional clients, including investment bankers, private business owners, and C-suite executives. Heather’s experience spans sophisticated hedging strategies, asset management, portfolio design, corporate finance, and liability management. Prior to joining Merrill Lynch in 2016, she spent 25 years at Bear Stearns followed by a period at UBS Financial Services.
Heather provides personalized financial advice with an emphasis on minimizing downside risk and aligning financial strategies with clients’ evolving personal and business circumstances. She serves clients navigating significant life events such as divorce or widowhood and has particular expertise working with business owners and professionals in the entertainment industry, helping integrate complex benefit plans into comprehensive financial strategies. Heather holds the Certified Divorce Financial Analyst® and Personal Investment Advisor designations. She earned her bachelor's degree from the University of Arizona and is fluent in English and Spanish.
In addition to her professional work, Heather is active in her community, supporting organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club, California Wildlife Center, City of Hope, and WIFE.org. She has led divorce workshops providing resources and support to those undergoing separation and believes in maintaining honest, detailed communication with her clients. Heather enjoys biking, hiking, gardening, music, reading, scuba diving, and spending time with her family.
Based on Merrill
16830 Ventura Blvd
Encino, CA 91436
California · Texas
Bank Of America, N.a.
2016 - Present (10 years)
Merrill
2016 - Present (10 years)
UBS Financial Services
2010 - 2016 (6 years)
Exclamation point means they have disclosures of this type. Check mark means no disclosures of this type were found.
Is active or affiliated with:
Insurance agent
They sell insurance products and may earn commissions on those sales.
Broker-dealer / trader
They provide brokerage services and may earn transaction-based compensation in addition to advisory fees.
Bank
They're affiliated with a bank that may offer its own financial products and services.
Trust company
They provide trust and estate administration services, typically for separate fees.
Real estate agent
They facilitate real estate transactions and may earn commissions.
Other specialized services
They may provide services such as pension consulting or municipal advisory work, typically for separate fees.
Is not active or affiliated with:
Fund sponsor
They manage or sponsor investment funds and may earn management or performance-based fees if clients invest in them.
Accountant / CPA / tax prep
They offer tax and accounting services, typically for separate fees.
Lawyer
They provide legal services, typically billed separately.
Not sure where to start?
We'll help you think it through – whether you ultimately need an advisor or not.
Warmer provides personalized recommendations and introductions to independent fiduciary advisors. We do not supervise advisors, manage or hold assets, guarantee performance, or provide advice about specific investments.
Each advisor listed on our site is an independent fiduciary responsible for their own advice. Warmer may receive fees from advisors for participation or referrals; these fees are paid by advisors and do not affect the fees clients pay for advisory services.
For advisor listings, we rely on sources including public filings and data provided by advisors, and we cannot guarantee that all information is current or accurate. Please review an advisor's Form ADV and do your own diligence before entering into an advisory relationship.
By using our service, you agree to Warmer's Terms of Service and Advisory Agreement and Privacy Policy. Logos provided by Logo.dev
© 2026 Warmer Holdings Inc. ("Warmer")