Stephen Taylor Grimes
Advisor at Merrill
Updated today
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.
About
Stephen Taylor Grimes serves as a Senior Financial Advisor and Senior Vice President at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. Since beginning his financial services career in 2005, he has focused on delivering comprehensive wealth management strategies tailored to meet his clients’ individual goals. His approach emphasizes listening carefully to clients in order to provide personalized financial advice and solutions aligned with their long-term objectives.
Stephen’s expertise encompasses portfolio management services, corporate and employee benefits planning, family wealth management strategies, tax minimization, retirement income planning, and strategies for endowments, foundations, and non-profits. He also assists clients in managing concentrated stock positions and navigating significant transition events such as retirement, inheritance, or business sales. Stephen works collaboratively with clients’ attorneys, accountants, and other advisors, and provides access to Bank of America Private Bank and commercial banking services to support comprehensive financial and legacy planning.
He holds professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Stephen earned his High School Diploma from Edmond North. Beyond his professional responsibilities, he participates in community organizations such as the Edmond Fine Arts Institute, Caviit Kids Foundation, Oak Tree Mens Golf Association, and Oklahoma Children’s Hospital, reflecting a commitment to service in the communities he serves.
Expertise
Concentrated stock management
Wealth management
Retirement income strategy
Business exit / sale strategy
General estate planning guidance
Work history
Bank Of America, N.A.
2010 - Present (16 years)
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
2010 - Present (16 years)
Disclosures
Disclosures include customer complaints, regulatory actions, employment terminations, bankruptcies, and certain legal protections.
Exclamation point means they have disclosures of this type. Check mark means no disclosures of this type were found.
Jesse C
CFP®
Oklahoma City, OK
Arrow Investment Management LLC
Jesse is a family financial planner and founder of Arrow Investment Management. He helps everyday Americans reach their financial and lifestyle goals, and is passionate about helping others achieve financial freedom. Prior to starting Arrow Investment Management, he spent eight years in higher education as a university professor, and has a strong background as a researcher, teacher, and mentor. He develops and helps implement customized investment, estate, and financial solutions for all the families he works with. As a fiduciary, he takes his ethical obligations to work in the best interest of his clients very seriously. The Arrow process: 1.) Initial consultation 2.) Gather data 3.) Analyze and recommend 4.) Implement the plan 5.) Monitor and update the plan Jesse lives in Oklahoma City with his wife, where they enjoy hiking the national parks, golf, and spending time outdoors. Jesse received his Ph.D from the University of Oklahoma in 2012, his M.S. from the University at Buffalo in 2008, and a B.A. from Binghamton University in 2005. He is a CFP® professional and also a lecturer at the University of Virginia in the Certified Financial Planning Certificate program. Jesse is the author of Money Milestones: A twelve-month personal finance journey, and over ten professional technical papers. He writes monthly personal finance articles at "Arrow Investment Education".
Angelique M
Series 66
Yukon, OK
Edward Jones
Michael M
Series 66
Midwest City, OK
Edward Jones
Angela V
CFP®, Series 66
Oklahoma City, OK
Edward Jones
Francois Xavier C
Series 66
Nichols Hills, OK
Fidelity
François-Xavier Chenhalls-Walker is a Financial Consultant currently working at Fidelity Investments since 2023. He previously served as a Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch from 2018 to 2023. In his role, he focuses on developing personalized financial plans tailored to the unique goals and needs of each client. François-Xavier emphasizes understanding clients' financial situations, goals, and risk tolerance to provide appropriate guidance. His professional experience spans several years in financial advisory roles where he has supported clients in managing their financial journeys. Outside of his professional work, François-Xavier engages in hiking, photography, and skiing.
Chad M
Series 66
Edmond, OK
Edward Jones
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")