Joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 2007, Dominic focuses on retirement strategies for businesses and individuals, including advising corporations on their retirement programs. Dominic is a Retirement Benefits Consultant for Merrill . This designation is only awarded to a limited number of firm-wide Advisors who have completed a rigorous assessment process and training program. He also works with individuals to help develop wealth management strategies, including investment advice and guidance, as well as wealth transfer strategies for multigenerational families.

Dominic is a specially qualified Senior Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional advice and guidance, can help clients pursue their objectives by building and managing his own personalized or defined strategies, which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill model portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. Senior Portfolio Managers are provided a high degree of flexibility in constructing portfolios and selecting securities. When servicing clients through the firm's Investment Advisory Program, a Senior Portfolio Manager may manage his strategies on a discretionary basis. After meeting certain additional requirements, a Senior Portfolio Manager may use his own strategies to manage the assets of other Merrill advisors' clients.

 
On a continuous endeavor to learn, Dominic holds the Chartered Financial Analyst® (CFA®), Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist, CRPS®, Certified 401(k) Professional C(k)P®, and Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor CPFA®  designations. He earned his Bachelor's degrees in Finance and Political Science and Master's degree in Finance from the University of Florida.

Over the last few years, Dominic has received many recognitions, including the following:
Barron’s "Top 1200 Financial Advisors", 2018 - 2022
Published annually in March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.
Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Advisors”, 2018 - 2022
Published annually Jan – April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.
Forbes/Shook "America's Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors" list, 2017 - 2022
Published annually July – Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.
Forbes “Best-In-State Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors”, 2019 & 2022
Published annually Aug – Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.
Financial Times "Top 401 Retirement Plan Advisors" list, 2015 - 2020
Published annually May – Oct. Rankings based on data as of Dec 31 of prior year.

Dominic is married with two children, residing in Lakewood Ranch, Florida. He is an avid Florida Gator’s fan, enjoys reading and spending time with his family. In their spare time, you can find Dominic and his family celebrating the magic of Disney.

*Source: The Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors: State-by-State” list, published annually in February-March. Rankings based on data as of September 30 of prior year.

The Barron’s “Top 1,200 Financial Advisors” ranking considered advisors with a minimum of seven years financial services experience and who have been employed at their current firm for at least one year. This is a list of the top advisors in each state, with the number of ranking spots determined by each state’s population and wealth. Other quantitative and qualitative measures include assets under management, revenues generated by advisors for their firms, and the quality of the advisors’ practices, regulatory records, internal company documents, and 100-plus points of data provided by the advisors themselves. Rankings and recognition from Barron’s are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a current or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results, and such rankings should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor. Barron’s is a trademark of Dow Jones & Company, Inc. All rights reserved.

*Source: The Forbes “Best-in-State Wealth Advisors” list, published annually Jan - April. Rankings based on data as of June 30 of prior year.

Data provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC. Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Advisors ranking was developed by SHOOK Research and is based on in-person, virtual, and telephone due diligence meetings to measure best practices; also considered are: client retention, industry experience, credentials, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, such as: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. SHOOK’s research and rankings provide opinions intended to help investors choose the right financial advisor and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. For more information, please see www.SHOOKresearch.com. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

*Source: The Forbes “Top Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, published annually July - Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.

Data provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC. Forbes “Top Next Generation Wealth Advisors” ranking. SHOOK considered advisors born in 1983 or later with a minimum 4 years as an advisor. Advisors have: built their own practices and lead their teams; joined teams and are viewed as future leadership; or a combination of both. Ranking algorithm is based on qualitative measures: telephone and in-person interviews to measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, such as: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of Forbes and not representative nor indicative of any one client’s experience, future performance, or investment outcome and should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor. SHOOK’s research and rankings provide opinions intended to help investors choose the right financial advisor and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. For more information, please see www.SHOOKresearch.com. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

*Source: The Forbes “Best-in-State Next-Generation Wealth Advisors” list, published annually Aug - Sept. Rankings based on data as of March 31 of current year.

Data provided by SHOOK® Research, LLC. Forbes “Best-in-State Next Generation Wealth Advisors” ranking. SHOOK considered advisors born in 1983 or later with a minimum 4 years as an advisor. Advisors have: built their own practices and lead their teams; joined teams and are viewed as future leadership; or a combination of both. Ranking algorithm is based on qualitative measures: telephone and in-person interviews to measure best practices, client retention, industry experience, credentials, review of compliance records, firm nominations; and quantitative criteria, such as: assets under management and revenue generated for their firms. Investment performance is not a criterion because client objectives and risk tolerances vary, and advisors rarely have audited performance reports. Rankings are based on the opinions of Forbes and not representative nor indicative of any one client’s experience, future performance, or investment outcome and should not be construed as an endorsement of the advisor. SHOOK’s research and rankings provide opinions intended to help investors choose the right financial advisor and are not indicative of future performance or representative of any one client’s experience. Past performance is not an indication of future results. Neither Forbes nor SHOOK Research receive compensation in exchange for placement on the ranking. For more information, please see www.SHOOKresearch.com. SHOOK is a registered trademark of SHOOK Research, LLC.

*Source: Financial Times “401 Top Retirement Advisers” list, published annually May - Oct. Rankings based on data as of Dec 31 of prior year.

The Financial Times “401 Top Retirement Advisers” list is an independent listing produced annually by the Financial Times. The FT 401 is based on data gathered from advisers, regulatory disclosures, and the FT’s research. The listing reflects each adviser’s status in six primary areas: DC plan assets under management, DC plan growth rate, specialization in DC plans, years of experience, advanced industry credentials, and compliance record. This honor is not indicative of the adviser’s future performance. Rankings and recognition from the Financial Times are no guarantee of future investment success and do not ensure that a current or prospective client will experience a higher level of performance results, and such rankings should not be construed as an endorsement of the adviser. Neither the advisers nor their parent firms pay a fee to the Financial Times in exchange for inclusion in the FT 401. All rights reserved.

 

Chuck is a Senior Vice President and Senior Financial Advisor and has been with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management for over 30 years joining the firm in 1990. Chuck focuses on creating and maintaining customized strategies for affluent families, business owners, retirees, and trusts.

Chuck provides a broad range of wealth management services. He offers access to the open architecture and global resources of Merrill in a family-style, boutique environment.

Chuck's core philosophy is to operate on a foundation of trust. This is evident in his ability to grow the client base through taking on new relationships as well as receiving referrals from existing clients and professionals. He follows a disciplined four-step process. The first of which is to help clients establish their goals and objectives. Secondly, he assists in developing an appropriate overall strategy. Third, is to formulate and implement. The final step is to conduct regular reviews of progress toward reaching the initial goals and strategies set forth.

Chuck's client relationships are based on three principals: integrity, dependability and respect. With over 30 years with Merrill, Chuck has the experience to help clients navigate through virtually every market environment. His experience and knowledge allows him to address complex issues with clients and, as appropriate, to collaborate with other professional advisors such as legal and tax professionals.

Since 2007, Chuck has held the designation of Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor awarded by The College for Financial Planning Institutes Corp. He is a qualified Portfolio Manager who, in addition to providing traditional advice and guidance, can help clients pursue their objectives by building and managing his own personalized or defined strategies, which may incorporate individual stocks and bonds, Merrill portfolios, and third-party investment strategies. When servicing clients through the Firm’s Investment Advisory Program, a Portfolio Manager may manage his strategies on a discretionary basis.

Chuck lives in Sarasota with his wife and two children. Chuck is involved in several youth sports groups in the community.

His areas of focus include Estate & Trust Services as well as Wealth Management Planning Strategies.

I focus on offering a comprehensive approach to managing wealth that begins with listening to a client’s needs and helping to ensure every strategy is grounded in understanding what each client wants to achieve. I provide access to the investment insights of Merrill and the banking convenience of Bank of America to help address the various aspects of clients’ financial lives. I am driven by my passion for delivering excellent service and helping clients pursue their goals.

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.