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The Duddingston Sylvester Group believes every successful client relationship is built through teamwork and client involvement, delivered through our knowledgeable advisors and experienced client associates. We aim to bring simplicity and transparency to the complexities of finance by making the intimidating task of planning an exciting journey.
Based in the Twin Cities, the Duddingston Sylvester Group has set itself apart by delivering customized advice and guidance to a limited number of clients, corporate executives and business owners.
We are a thirteen-member team that is responsible for the oversight of more than $900M in assets (as of January 2023). We are unyielding in our commitment to each client's long-term goals and unique investing circumstances. We bring a personal level of understanding and compassion in coordination with our client's wealth management needs.
At the Duddingston Sylvester Group, every member of our team is dedicated to helping people pursue their financial goals. We realize that life is always changing and growing more complex. Your needs and priorities specific to your family, work, health, and home are continuously evolving. And since your finances are so deeply connected with the rest of your life, strategies that are specific to your unique situation can be helpful. Even if you are accustomed to managing your wealth on your own, you may find value in having a relationship with someone who understands your priorities and who has knowledge and resources to make more informed decisions, no matter where in life you are.
Todd and Joe - focus on working with concentrated equity compensation plans for corporate executives.
Richie, Aren and Matt -focus on stock purchase plans
Aren and Matt - focuses on participants of our 401k plans
Our team is excited to be the recipients of The Top 100 Client Associate Responsible Service & Growth Award in 2021 and 2022:
Ann Bertram
Kory Steil
Shannon Bugnon
Michelle Tverberg
*The Top 100 Client Associates (CAs) Merrill internal Responsible Service & Growth Award is an annual program ranking FINRA-registered CA’s for overall client satisfaction, breadth of relationships, online delivery services and good standing with the Firm.
Merrill is proud of our advisors who’ve received recognition from financial industry publications or directly from Bank of America Corporation. We believe they are setting the standard for exemplary client service.
Supported by the global resources of Merrill, our group is comprised of talented and experienced individuals committed to building strong client relationships based on trust and personalized service.
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.
Employee Benefits Specialist
Bank of America, N.A.
Wealth Management Banking Specialist
Merrill
Wealth Management Lending Officer
Bank of America, N.A.
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October 19th, 2023|11:00 AM - 1:00 PM CST
The Washington Update exists to provide a non-partisan analysis of what's happening in DC through the lens of 30+ year veteran of the financial services industry, Jeff Bush. He will be providing an overview of the political environment, prospective legislation, and strategies for investment and retirement planning.
Merrill will be hosting this event at the Town and Country Club in St. Paul, lunch will be provided.
If you are interested please reach out to Ann Bertram.
Merrill Personal Wealth Analysis™ can help us build and document a personalized plan, centered on your goals and focused on what you want to achieve.
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.
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.
Your life and goals change. As these changes occur, we can update your approach to reflect them.
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Helping you reach your goals starts with getting to know you personally. Through understanding what matters most to you, together we can help you create a financial approach that reflects your personality. Only then can we 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.
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.
We put you first, every day.
Learn more about the dedicated one-on-one relationship you can have with a Merrill Lynch Wealth Management Advisor.
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