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Neil Sawicki is the Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill. He holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (CFP®) and CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA) designations, along with credentials as a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). Neil works with families and small business owners to proactively develop financial plans aligned with their goals and aspirations. Before joining Merrill, Neil served four years on active duty in the U.S. Army in the Judge Advocate General's Corps and practiced as a civilian attorney for over 20 years. His background as a small business owner and legal advisor provides him with a unique perspective in understanding clients' priorities. Neil is a graduate of Michigan State University and earned his Juris Doctorate from the University of Detroit School of Law. He is a member of the American Legion and is involved in local children's schools. Neil was named to the 2024 Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams” list as a member of the Wyandotte team. Outside of work, he enjoys chess, football, golfing, hunting, and spending time with his family. He emphasizes a personalized approach to financial advising that centers on understanding what matters most to each client.

Craig Hammond is a Financial Solutions Advisor at Merrill within the Merrill Lynch Wealth Management line of business. He works directly with clients to develop personalized investment strategies aimed at helping them pursue their financial goals. Craig provides investment advice and access to banking and lending services through Bank of America. He holds professional designations as a Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). Craig earned a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Michigan System. His approach centers on understanding what matters most to clients and their families to guide financial planning and investment decisions.