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Profile

A veteran of the wealth management industry, Allan joined Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2017 after spending 15 years at Ayco Company, L.P. (a Goldman Sachs company) – most of that time as a Vice President.

Realistic in setting client expectations and holistic in his approach, Allan helps clients appreciate the importance of taking a long-term view on preserving and growing the wealth they’ve worked hard to accumulate. Allan is devoted to providing an extra measure of attention to clients whose success he is committed to support.

Allan is headquartered in The SEAM Wealth Management Group’s Rockefeller Center office in New York City. High energy inside and outside the office, he enjoys working out and serving others. Allan actively supports the Tenement Museum, the Alzheimer's Foundation, the Ovarian Cancer Research Foundation, and serves Thanksgiving meals to families in need. He is a former college and high school football coach, and volunteers in that capacity at Susan Wagner High School. Allan holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Union College, where he captained the football team and was selected as All-East Conference several times. 

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I follow the deep-seated Merrill tradition of participating in the communities we serve. This drives my interest in spending time volunteering with organizations in our community.

  • EDUCATION

    Union College

Professional Staff

Supported by the global resources of Merrill, my team is comprised of talented and experienced individuals committed to building strong client relationships based on trust and personalized service.

Where do we begin? It starts with you.

At Merrill Lynch Wealth Management, your financial advisor focuses on the things you care about most- family, goals and priorities - even as they change over the years.

Understanding Your Life

Mission Statement

At The SEAM Wealth Management Group, we are motivated by the belief that our performance and professionalism play critical roles in enhancing and enriching the lives of client families. Each of us is proud of our ability to turn research into results, to deliver highly personalized service, and of the relationships with clients that grow from our efforts.
 
In order to create a more fulfilling environment for clients – and serve them in ways that bring added value – our team recently moved to Merrill Lynch Wealth Management. We joined the firm to advance our forward-looking approach with vast resources that can help clients plan and prepare for key milestones and transitions.

Accounting for clients’ ambitions, circumstances and desires to make wise financial decisions, we do not guide clients with our eyes on industry benchmarks. Instead, we take the time to see clients as people, rather than portfolios. We want to know what’s on a client’s mind, their greatest fears and most cherished goals. By visiting clients at their homes, sitting at their kitchen tables, and engaging with spouses and entire families whenever possible, we can help them explore and identify their objectives.

Over the years, we’ve developed the rich experience and demonstrated ability to manage high concentrations of wealth for an affluent, nationwide clientele – including many individuals who’ve been referred to us. We are fully invested in supporting these clients and welcome the opportunity to serve you, as well.

Philosophy

The bedrock of our approach is developing an intimate understanding of how clients view their wealth – and the opportunities, responsibilities and challenges that come with it. Once purpose is defined and family values are understood, The SEAM Wealth Management Group strives to:

• Deliver the highest level of personalized service and care. Superior wealth management requires our uncompromised devotion and undivided attention. The referred clients we serve remind us of the experience that others have enjoyed.

• Blend our decades of investment wisdom with the firm’s outstanding research. Rather than have a single investment philosophy, we employ an array of sophisticated strategies – to help clients enjoy the long-term benefits of asset allocation, active and passive management, best-in-class managers, and often, the use of options and private equity. Most importantly, each strategy is crafted and adjusted for the needs of each client.

• Take advantage of our strategic partnerships with attorneys and CPAs – helping clients set up a trust, a will, or an LLC (whatever’s in their best interest). On many occasions, we reach out to clients’ own tax and legal advisors – to help ensure the coordination of tax minimization and estate planning strategies. 
 
• Offer access to Bank of America, N.A. for residential, securities-based, and commercial lending. With the firm’s vast resources, we are able to place client families at the center of an integrated wealth management process that is focused and fluid.
 
• Help clients stay true to themselves and those they love. We visit clients where they live and encourage meetings with their entire families. Frequent conversations revolve mostly around shared interests, not financial topics. Often, we attend charitable events with clients. Experience tells us that putting our heads together as a team – and understanding of what drives clients – is the most effective way to help them put wealth to work.


*Any information presented in connection with BofA Global Research is general in nature and is not intended to provide personal investment advice. The information does not take into account the specific investment objectives, financial situation and particular needs of any specific person who may receive it. Investors should understand that statements regarding future prospects may not be realized. BofA Global Research is research produced by BofA Securities, Inc. (“BofAS”) and/or one or more of its affiliates. BofAS is a registered broker-dealer, Member SIPC, and wholly owned subsidiary of Bank of America Corporation. BofA Global Research does and seeks to do business with companies covered in its research reports. As a result, investors should be aware that the firm may have a conflict of interest that could affect the objectivity of this report. Investors should consider this report as only a single factor in making their investment decision.
*Some or all alternative investment programs may not be in the best interest of certain investors. No assurance can be given that any alternative investment’s investment objectives will be achieved.
*Options involve risk and are not suitable for all investors. Before engaging in the purchase or sale of options, investors should understand the nature of and extent of their rights and obligations and be aware of the risks involved in investing with options. Prior to buying or selling an option, clients must receive the options disclosure document Characteristics and Risks of Standardized Options. This document is available by contacting your Merrill Lynch Financial Advisor.
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Approach

Every relationship begins with a conversation, helping you identify and prioritize which goals matter most to you. Whether it's transferring wealth to the next generation, customizing your financial approach to help you pursue your passions, or providing advice and guidance to help you stay informed, I start by listening to learn more about you and your family.

Staying on Track

We understand that both your life and the financial markets can change over time. By checking in to discuss changes in your life and revisiting your financial approach, our goal is to help you stay on track to achieve what's most important to you.



Reviews to help you
stay on track

We’ll meet with you to review your goals and the progress you’ve made toward reaching them. We’ll also discuss any adjustments needed to your financial approach to help you stay on course.



    Changes in your life
    and to your goals

    Your life and goals change. As these changes occur, we can update your approach to reflect them.

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      Let’s Have a Conversation

      Helping you reach your goals starts with getting to know you personally. Through understanding what matters most to you, together I can help you create a financial approach that reflects your personality. Only then can I offer an approach that is built around your life priorities and the advice you need to help you address fluctuations in the market and changes in your life. Let’s work together to help you achieve your goals.

      Why Merrill?

      As Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisors, we will sort through the financial complexities of your life, helping you build a customized investment approach to address your needs and pursue your goals.


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      The Power of the Right Advisor®
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      Personalized advice from a dedicated financial advisor.

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      A comprehensive approach, built around your life’s priorities.

      Drawing from our experience and the best thinking of Merrill, together we will design an approach that reflects your unique needs, priorities and financial situation.

      Adjusting your investment approach as your life and the markets change.

      We will work to help you stay on track, regardless of what the markets are doing.