Romero, Blocker & Associates

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
19495 Biscayne Blvd
Suite 700
Aventura, FL 33180
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Romero, Blocker & Associates believes that good relationships are built through teamwork and involvement, delivered through our advisors, wealth management client associates and access to the global investment capabilities of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America. We want to be your primary source for financial advice and guidance. And we want you to value the dedication and diligence offered to you at each step of the financial planning process.
Romero, Blocker & Associates
Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
Welcome

Your life is about more than investments. It’s about your business, your family and your legacy across generations. Romero, Blocker & Associates understands this and we work diligently to empower families to define the purpose of their wealth. Our responsibility and primary objective is to put our client’s interest first as we provide them with objective counsel and transparency.

Recognition
Christian Blocker
Forbes "Best-in-State Next Generation Wealth Advisors", 2023
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors", 2024
(Published on April 3, 2024. Rankings based on data as of June 30, 2023.)
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams", 2024
(Published on January 12, 2024. Rankings based on data as of March 31, 2023.)
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About Us
Our Philosophy

We believe your unique goals should be at the center of all of your financial decisions and form the foundation of your financial strategy. Because significant wealth requires customized goals-based financial strategies, we believe in building lasting relationships with a limited number of clients, taking the time to understand your most important priorities for today, tomorrow and your long-term future. Our philosophy celebrates collaboration. Working with a team of specialists, we draw on the resources and insights of a global financial institution to create strategies that reflect your aspirations for yourself and your family. Finally, we believe that while significant wealth brings complex challenges, our experience, passion and perspectives can help you simplify your life.

Meet Our Team
Jesus Romero, CPWA®
Managing Director, Senior Consultant
305.933.6206
Christian Blocker, CFP®,CIMA®,CPWA®
Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
305.918.2834
Leslie Gonzalez
Registered Senior Wealth Management Client Associate
305.933.6258
Marc Leffin
Financial Advisor
305.933.6231
James Alexander Henriquez
Registered Wealth Management Client Associate
305.933.6234
Additional Resources
The following specialists do not make securities recommendations. Please contact your Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor if you have questions about how a specialist might be able to assist you.
Nick Foley
Wealth Management Lending Officer
NMLS #1190976
Michael Duffy
Private Wealth Strategist
Ana Acevedo
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
About Merrill

Bringing fresh perspectives to your financial life

The financial decisions you make today can help determine the future you build for yourself and your family. Carving a clear path forward starts with connecting your life and finances. A Merrill advisor provides access to the investing insights of Merrill and banking capabilities of Bank of America to help you make informed decisions as you pursue your goals.

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Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CPWA® and Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. Use of CPWA®, and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for wealth advisors.
Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board) owns the certification marks CFP®, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, and the CFP® (with plaque design) in the United States, which it authorizes use of by individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.
Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CIMA® and Certified Investment Management Analyst®, CPWA® and Certified Private Wealth Advisor®. Use of CIMA®, and/or Certified Investment Management Analyst®, CPWA® and/or Certified Private Wealth Advisor® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for certification.