Patrick Benson

Advisor at Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

Credentials

Series 66

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Firm

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

Location

San Francisco, CA 94104

About

Patrick Benson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, where he has been a team member since 2014. With 11 years of experience in the financial industry and 10 years at Merrill, he specializes in offering personalized wealth management strategies tailored to clients' unique financial situations and goals. Patrick's approach integrates investment insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America to provide comprehensive financial services.

Raised in a small community in the Sacramento River Delta, Patrick pursued his undergraduate studies at Amherst College. He holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and is proficient in English, German, and French. His expertise focuses on corporate executive services, equity compensation, family wealth management strategies, liquidity management, and managing new wealth.

Beyond his professional work, Patrick maintains active involvement in his community. He referees local college and high school basketball and participates in volunteering and fundraising activities for organizations including Active 20-30 Club #1 and the Walnut Grove Fire Department. In his personal time, he enjoys basketball, football, golfing, and refereeing.

Expertise

Wealth management Concentrated stock management Liquidity event planning Family Business

Occupation focus

Executive

Work history

Bank Of America, N.a.

2015 - Present (11 years)

Merrill Lynch, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

2014 - Present (12 years)

Sports Official - Independent Contractor

2011 - Present (15 years)

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