South Coast Planning & Wealth Management was started on the premise that everyone should have access to personalized, quality financial planning & investment management — regardless of income or asset level. Dan has 18+ years of investment & financial planning experience working with individuals and institutions. His investment experience & financial planning expertise is what allows him to get results for both clients who are just getting started on their financial journeys, near or in retirment, and those with complex situations. He attended the University of Massachusetts and has a Master’s degree in Finance from Northeastern University. Dan is also a board member of CFA Society Providence.

Nelson Dias is a Senior Financial Advisor with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. He provides personalized wealth management strategies tailored to each client’s unique financial picture, offering access to investment insights from Merrill and banking solutions from Bank of America. His client focus areas include college education planning, family wealth management, retirement planning, portfolio management, tax minimization, and strategies for sports and entertainment professionals, among others. With over 20 years of professional experience in investment planning, insurance, consumer finance, and banking, Nelson brings a diverse perspective to his financial advisory role. He emphasizes personal service and professional integrity, working closely with clients to develop financial strategies designed to pursue their long-term goals. Nelson holds the Personal Investment Advisor (PIA) designation and earned a bachelor’s degree from the University of Massachusetts. Outside of his professional commitments, Nelson values spending time with his family. He is married with two teenage children and enjoys various sports and recreational activities, including baseball, basketball, biking, football, golfing, soccer, table tennis, and traveling. Nelson also participates in community volunteer work, reflecting the Merrill tradition of community involvement.