Fabiola Sardinha

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Jupiter, FL 33477

Credentials

Series 66

Industry experience

25 years

About

Fabiola Sardinha is an International Wealth Advisor and Managing Director with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She joined Merrill Lynch in 2003, following five years at Morgan Stanley. Fabiola works with high-net-worth individuals and families to develop wealth management strategies tailored to their financial goals, including retirement and estate planning. She also collaborates with foundations, endowments, colleges, and private non-profit organizations, assisting them in establishing investment policies and objectives.

Fluent in English and Spanish, Fabiola brings experience in international and domestic wealth management. Her client focus areas include family wealth management strategies, legacy planning, socially responsible and values-based investing, women and wealth, and services for endowments and non-profits. She emphasizes a consultative, objective approach and prioritizes listening to clients to create customized financial plans.

Fabiola holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance and Marketing from Florida Atlantic University. A native of Venezuela, she has lived in West Palm Beach, Florida, since 1989. Outside of her professional work, she enjoys cooking, reading, scuba diving, and traveling. She is also engaged in community volunteering, reflecting her commitment to the communities she serves.

Client services

Portfolio management Pension consulting Selection of other advisers Educational seminars or workshops
Performance measurement reports, allocation modeling, ips, research reports and services, see schedule d

Expertise

Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing General estate planning guidance Charitable giving & philanthropy

Demographic focus

Women Professionals Values-based investing SRI/ESG (Socially Responsible Investing/Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance)

Work history

Bank of America,N.A.

2011 - Present (15 years)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2003 - Present (23 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

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General retirement planning Wealth management

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Wealth management

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Series 66

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Merrill

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Wealth management General retirement planning

Craig R

Series 63, Series 65

Palm Beach Gardens, FL

Merrill

Craig Rosenberg is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In his role, he engages directly with clients to understand their personal and financial goals, assisting them in prioritizing objectives across short, intermediate, and long-term horizons. He collaborates with Merrill investment specialists and Bank of America banking professionals to develop client-specific recommendations covering investments, credit and lending, insurance, and retirement planning services. Craig has been a Financial Advisor since 1997 and joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2007. His expertise includes asset and liability management, legacy planning, risk management, wealth transfer, trust and estate planning services, and retirement income strategies. He works closely with families, privately held business owners, corporate executives, and independent women to identify objectives and develop tailored financial plans. He is also involved in the Optimal Practice Model faculty, where he coaches fellow advisors on enhancing client experiences. He holds a bachelor's degree from the State University of New York system and an MBA from Hofstra University. Craig has earned the Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designations. His community involvement includes participation with the Alzheimer's Association Connecticut Chapter and the McGivney Community Center. Outside of work, he enjoys boating, golfing, and traveling.

Wealth management Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Retirement withdrawal strategies Founder/Business Owner Executive Women Professionals Mid-Career Professionals Parents

John M

Series 63, Series 65

Juno Beach, FL

Merrill

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General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Wealth management Retirement withdrawal strategies

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Series 66

Jupiter, FL

Merrill

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Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing Retirement income strategy General retirement planning Social Security optimization LGBTQIA Women's Finance Values-based investing
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