Michael Coleman

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Albany, NY 12207

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

36 years

About

Michael Coleman is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He works closely with clients to develop personalized investment strategies tailored to their individual needs. His approach emphasizes building strong relationships and providing customized wealth management advice.

Michael holds several professional designations including Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), and Personal Investment Advisor (PIA). He earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Economics from Siena College.

His client focus includes high-net-worth individuals, families, and corporations. Michael's philosophy centers on providing personalized, ethical financial guidance that empowers clients to achieve lasting confidence and long-term success.

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.

2025 - Present (1 year)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2025 - Present (1 year)

UBS Financial Services INC.

2003 - 2025 (22 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Bobby G

CFP®

Green Island, NY

Gates Wealth Group

I am financial consultant/advisor who has been in the financial services industry for the last 8+ years and a business owner specialist for the past 5 years. I've gained experience in several different industries over of the years, however most of my experience has been with construction & tech companies. Inside of your business we offer CFO services, business consulting and/or valuation services for a monthly retainer or a flat fee. Outside of your business we offer investment advice, tax strategy, real estate investing, asset protection strategy, insurance review, estate planning & more for an hourly fee, monthly retainer, flat fee or AUM fee. In one example, we were able to help one of our clients go from $1.74million of annual revenue to $10.003million in 1 year. More importantly, we were able to strategically use the profits of the business to buy $3mill worth of investment real estate in 1 year. In addition, by structuring the real estate purchases strategically and implementing a tax strategy, we were able to save the client an additional $200k+ in taxes for that tax year.

Business ownership considerations Business Financial Management Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Gen Y/Millennials (Born 1980-1995)

Curtis M

Series 63, Series 65

Albany, NY

Merrill

Curtis Miller is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. In this role, he works directly with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aimed at supporting their long-term goals. Curtis holds a Bachelor's Degree from SUNY at Albany and has earned the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation. His approach emphasizes collaboration, tailoring financial plans to the individual needs of each client. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Curtis enjoys adventure sports, biking, and spending time with his family.

Wealth management

Andrew A

Series 63

Albany, NY

Fidelity

Andrew Altieri is a Vice President and Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments. He partners with clients and their families to develop and implement personalized financial plans tailored to their specific needs. His approach is based on a clear process emphasizing integrity and candor. Andrew has been with Fidelity Investments since 2015, progressing through roles including Relationship Manager, Investment Consultant, Financial Consultant, and currently Vice President. Prior to joining Fidelity, he worked as a Financial Advisor at Northwestern Mutual from 2013 to 2015.

Wealth management Financial Professional

Lisa P

Series 66

Albany, NY

Edward Jones

Retirement income strategy Business ownership considerations Business exit / sale strategy Divorce financial planning Wealth management Founder/Business Owner

Shilin Y

Series 63, Series 65

Latham, NY

Merrill

Shilin Yin, CFP®, is a Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. She began her career as a Financial Advisor Associate at Morgan Stanley before joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2013. Supported by a team of Merrill and Bank of America specialists, she focuses on helping clients grow and preserve their wealth through challenging economic and market cycles and major life events. Shilin holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP) designation as well as the Certified Investment Management Analyst (CIMA), Certified Private Wealth Advisor (CPWA), and Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC) credentials. She is a graduate of Converse College and holds master's degrees from Temple University and the California State University System. She is a native Mandarin Chinese speaker and a member of the Investment & Wealth Institute™. Her client focus areas include executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, international wealth management, legacy planning, managing new wealth, personal retirement planning, portfolio management services, socially responsible and values-based investing, ESG investing, and retirement income. Outside of her professional work, Shilin enjoys cooking, hiking, and traveling.

Wealth management Private / alternative investments Social Security optimization Retirement income strategy ESG / Sustainable investing

Lisa O

Series 63, Series 65

Albany, NY

Merrill

Lisa Cardone O'Connor is a Wealth Management Advisor specializing in retirement planning and wealth management strategies. She focuses on guiding both pre-retirees and retirees through a customized planning process that addresses all phases of their financial lives, including wealth accumulation, lifetime retirement income, wealth preservation, and wealth transfer to the next generation. Lisa works closely with clients to develop personalized financial strategies aligned with their long-term goals, drawing on investment insights from Merrill and solutions from Bank of America. With over 30 years of experience, Lisa holds several professional designations, including CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER (CFP), CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). She earned her bachelor's degree from Siena College. Lisa’s client focus areas include divorce transition planning, personal retirement planning, and retirement income. Beyond her professional work, Lisa is involved in community organizations such as Hope in the Boat and the Galway Lake Campers Association. She participates in the Hope in the Boat breast cancer survivor dragon boat team. Her personal interests include antiquing, biking, boating, and gardening.

General retirement planning Retirement income strategy Income planning Wealth management Multi-generational wealth transfer Approaching retirement Retired Divorced
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