Michael Kelly

Advisor at Merrill

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Firm

Merrill

Location

Mequon, WI 53092

Credentials

Series 63, Series 65

Industry experience

35 years

About

Michael Kelly is a Senior Financial Advisor at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, specializing in providing financial advisory and retirement benefits consulting services. With over 35 years of experience working with organizations and their employees, he focuses on assisting plan sponsors in selecting appropriate retirement plans and delivering financial wellness programs to enhance employee engagement and education.

Michael's expertise encompasses corporate executive services, family wealth management strategies, institutional and corporate benefit services, investment consulting for defined contribution plans, small business strategies, and retirement income planning. He holds professional designations including CERTIFIED PLAN FIDUCIARY ADVISOR (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Benefits Consultant (RBC). His educational background includes a Bachelor's Degree from St Mary's University of Minnesota and an Accredited Certificate Program from The Wharton School.

Residing in Mequon, WI with his wife Lisa, Michael is actively involved in community service through his volunteer work with SecureFutures, a local nonprofit organization focused on providing financial literacy to high school students. He serves as a committee member for their annual investment conference and participates on their finance committee. Michael enjoys golfing, traveling, 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

Retirement income strategy Wealth management Business ownership considerations Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business Financial Management

Occupation focus

Executive Founder/Business Owner

Work history

Bank of America, N.A.

2020 - Present (6 years)

Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated

2020 - Present (6 years)

UBS Financial Services inc

2011 - 2020 (9 years)

Disclosures

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Business activities & affiliations

Andrew I

CFP®, CFA®, CPA

Milwaukee, WI

Prepared Financial Planning

Hello! My name is Andrew Ish and I’m a fee-only financial planner and investment advisor based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. I earned a Master Degree in Accounting and also am a Certified Financial Planner (CFP), Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA), and Certified Public Accountant (CPA). Inspired by my background as an Eagle Scout, my firm's name and culture embraces the timeless motto of ‘Be Prepared’. This guiding principle ensures that every aspect of your financial life is diligently protected as we navigate you towards financial freedom. Think of my firm, Prepared Financial Planning LLC, as your personal Chief Financial Officer (CFO), dedicated to providing you with expert guidance across all aspects of your financial journey. Our comprehensive suite of services includes: • Comprehensive retirement planning • Customized, tax-aware investment management • Tax planning advice • Insurance and risk management assessments • Estate planning recommendations • Strategic philanthropic gifting strategies • College planning, and more Are you prepared to secure your financial future? I invite you to explore the unique offerings of Prepared Financial Planning LLC at my website: https://www.preparedfp.com My commitment is to ease your financial burden and provide you with peace of mind. Let's embark on this exciting journey together, ensuring a brighter financial future for you and your family!

Active portfolio management Doctor or Medical Professional Mid-Career Professionals Baby Boomers (Born 1946-1964)

Bridget P

CFP®, Series 66

Milwaukee, WI

Fidelity

Bridget Pucel is a Financial Consultant at Fidelity Investments, a role she has held since 2024. Prior to this, she served as a Planning Consultant from 2022 to 2024 and as a Financial Representative from 2021 to 2022 within the same organization. Bridget focuses on understanding her clients' goals and priorities to develop effective financial plans. She emphasizes client education and collaborative planning to build confidence in financial decision-making. Bridget and her team prioritize clear and consistent communication to support clients throughout the financial planning process. Outside of her professional work, Bridget engages in family activities, fitness, exploring food, traveling, and volunteering.

General retirement planning Income planning Cash flow / budgeting

Michael G

Series 63, Series 65

Germantown, WI

Fidelity

Michael Groeschl is the Vice President and Branch Leader at Fidelity Investments, a role he has held since 2004. In this capacity, he leads, manages, and coaches a team of professionals dedicated to partnering with clients to develop financial plans aimed at achieving their goals. He emphasizes servant leadership as a guiding principle in supporting and motivating his team of investment professionals. Prior to his current position, Michael served as an Investor Center Manager at Strong Investments from 1993 to 2004. His career reflects a long-standing commitment to financial advising and leadership within the investment industry. Outside of his professional responsibilities, Michael has personal interests in baseball and movies.

Wealth management Active portfolio management Financial Professional

Lisa B

Series 66

Germantown, WI

Edward Jones

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) General estate planning guidance

Gabriel T

Series 66

Milwuakee, WI

Merrill

Gabriel Torres is the Resident Director at Merrill, specializing in wealth management and portfolio construction. With six years of experience in the financial services industry, he collaborates closely with families, individuals, and business owners to develop personalized, tax-efficient strategies that align with clients' goals, risk tolerance, and time horizons. Gabriel emphasizes a goals-based approach, guiding clients through market volatility and leveraging resources from Bank of America and Merrill to enhance the investment experience. Gabriel holds a Bachelor's Degree from the University of Chicago, where he studied Law/Letters and Music. He is a Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) and is active in the University of Chicago Alumni Association as well as professional organizations in Illinois. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Gabriel is committed to building long-term client relationships through quality service and community involvement. He volunteers with several organizations and enjoys interests such as basketball, cooking, music, traveling, and spending time with his family.

Wealth management ESG / Sustainable investing General retirement planning Social Security optimization Tax-loss harvesting Women Professionals Women's Finance Young Families

Harmony T

Series 66

Cedarburg, WI

Edward Jones

Divorce financial planning Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Wealth management Sales Professional
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