Frank Santi

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Guilford, CT 06437

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Industry experience

25 years

About

Frank Santi is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He specializes in creating personalized wealth management strategies that align with clients’ individual financial goals and adapt to changing market conditions. Leveraging the investment insights of Merrill and the banking and lending solutions of Bank of America, he aims to provide comprehensive financial guidance.

Frank holds a Bachelor's Degree from Western Connecticut State University and has earned professional designations including Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He actively participates in community organizations such as the Washington Nationals Dream Foundation and Maryland Special Olympics. Outside of work, Frank enjoys biking, camping, golfing, skiing, and spending time with his family.

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

Work history

Bank Of America, N.A.

2013 - Present (13 years)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2012 - Present (14 years)

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Business activities & affiliations

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Series 66

New Haven, CT

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