Taft Stephenson
Advisor at Merrill
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Advisor at Merrill
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Firm
Merrill
Location
Wilmington, NC 28405
Credentials
Series 63, Series 65
Industry experience
30 years
Taft Stephenson is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, bringing over 25 years of experience in financial management and wealth planning. He specializes in divorce transition planning, socially responsible and ESG investing, values-based financial strategies, and retirement income planning. Taft emphasizes developing personalized financial strategies tailored to each client’s long-term goals, drawing on insights from Merrill and the banking resources of Bank of America.
Taft holds a Master’s degree in finance from the Stern School of Business at New York University and a Bachelor’s degree in history from the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) professional designation holder. Throughout his career, Taft has worked closely with individuals seeking guidance or education in financial management. Originally from Lynchburg, Virginia, he relocated to Wilmington in 1995.
Beyond his professional role, Taft is involved in his local community through volunteering with organizations such as 2Share and Good Shepard House, where he cooks dinner once a month. He participates in St James Episcopal Church and the USTA Tennis organization. His personal interests include cooking, music, running marathons, playing tennis, spending time with his wife, children, and their two dogs.
Bank of America, N.A.
2011 - Present (15 years)
Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
1999 - Present (27 years)
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