Desmond Blue
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Desmond Blue is a Wealth Management Advisor and Merrill Resident Director who brings a diverse background and a wealth of expertise to his clients. He partners with business owners, athletes, and high-net-worth families to develop strategies for investing, wealth transfer, legacy planning, and managing complex wealth transitions. His professional focus includes college education planning, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, retirement income, tax minimization, and sports and entertainment financial planning.
Desmond holds multiple professional designations, including Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA), CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (AWMA), Certified Exit Planning Advisor (CEPA), and Sports & Entertainment Accredited Wealth Management Advisor (SE-AWMA). He earned his Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Lee University and an MBA from Liberty University. Leveraging lessons learned from his previous career as a professional basketball player across five continents, Desmond applies strategic planning and discipline to his financial advisory services.
Residing in Canton, GA with his wife, Jill, Desmond is involved in community organizations such as City Takers and City of Refuge. Outside of his professional role, he enjoys playing the drums, spending time with his family, and supporting local initiatives. He is an active member of the Cherokee Chamber of Commerce.
Bank of America, N.A.
2022 - Present (4 years)
Merrill Lynch, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
2022 - Present (4 years)
Fidelity Personal and Workplace Advisors
2018 - 2022 (4 years)
FIDELITY Brokerage Services LLC
2015 - 2022 (7 years)
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