We get you to think about money like you’ve never thought about it before
Has rolling up your sleeves, working hard, and building success always been part of your DNA? Then we believe Mercer Advisors is the wealth management firm for you.
Because we’re here to help you keep building on that success. But at the same time, we fundamentally believe there’s a point in life where the wealth-builder in you deserves to become the wealth-enjoyer of all you’ve attained.
Because to us, helping you protect and grow your wealth is about much more than just your investment portfolio
Of course, a well-managed investment portfolio is the cornerstone to building wealth. And we strive to do that exceptionally well.
But if returns are your sole focus, those returns can quickly be offset by what happens in the other parts of your financial life. Like not preparing for major taxable events, having an incomplete estate plan, a retirement plan that’s on autopilot, or a less than ideal business succession strategy.
So, unlike most firms, we have expertise across financial planning, investing strategy, tax and estate planning, trust services, insurance coverage, and more. With specialists across each of these areas communicating with each other about you, and with you.
Put simply, we help oversee and connect all the dots of your financial life.
They’re here to help you connect all your financial dots
Jamie Block
Sr. Wealth Advisor, Director
Jamie Block
Sr. Wealth Advisor, Director
CFP®, CPA/PFS, MBA, CDFA®, AEP®
Jamie began her career in financial services in 1999. She graduated from Cornell University with a Bachelor of Science and holds an MBA in Accounting from the University of Rochester, Simon School of Business. Jamie is the President of the Financial Planning Association Greater Rochester, New York chapter. Jamie is involved with numerous local community organizations.
Bernie Salamone
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Bernie Salamone
Sr. Wealth Advisor
CPA, CFP, JD
Bernie’s approach to financial planning is driven by his experiences as an estate planning attorney. As a result of his experience in taxation, Bernie is skilled at identifying critical issues affecting client’s tax and financial planning. Bernie received his JD from State University of New York and both a Bachelor’s degree and an MBA in Finance and Accounting from the University of Rochester. Bernie began his career in financial services in 2001 and joined Mirsky Financial Management Corporation in 2012. Bernie also provides experienced guidance and alternative solutions for families facing long-term care financial decisions. Bernie resides in Penfield with his wife and two children. He is an avid soccer fan and tennis player and serves on the Finance Committee at McQuaid Jesuit High School.
Nick Jensen
Wealth Advisor
Nick Jensen
Wealth Advisor
CPA, CFP®
Nick brings 30 years of experience in public accounting, corporate finance, and wealth advisory services to his role at Mercer Advisors. He graduated from Rochester Institute of Technology and holds a JSM degree from the Thomas Jefferson School of Law. Outside of work, Nick is treasurer of the New York Forest Owners Association (NYFOA) and enjoys working on his farm, exploring nature, and competing in triathlons and running events.
Charlene Maruska
Regional Service Manager
Charlene Maruska
Regional Service Manager
Charlene has over thirty years of diversified administrative services experience. She joined Traust Sollus Wealth Management as a Senior Administrator in 2011, and joined Mercer Advisors in 2018 via Mercer Advisors’ acquisition of Traust Sollus. Prior to joining Traust Sollus, Charlene was the Assistant to the President & CEO and Administrative Services Manager at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital Hamilton. She has handled matters of complexity and confidentiality and possesses a strong customer service ethic. She enjoys sunrises and sunsets on the beach and spending time with her family.
Perla Diaz
Client Service Specialist
Perla Diaz
Client Service Specialist
Kris Prince
Client Service Specialist
Kris Prince
Client Service Specialist
Janice Donovan
Client Service Specialist
Janice Donovan
Client Service Specialist
Janice strives to provide exceptional customer service to clients in a variety of areas. She supports the advisors in operations in areas such as new account opening, money movement, trading, reporting and research. Janice has over 30 years of experience in the financial services industry beginning as a receptionist and growing within the industry over the years assisting advisors within the operations department. Janice joined Mirsky Financial Management Corp in 2018. Prior to joining Mirsky, she worked as a client services associate at Tompkins Financial Advisors. Janice lives in Brighton, NY with her husband, Jim, along with 2 rescue dogs named Zach and Guinness. Her hobbies include reading, camping, and traveling.
DeAnna Bochno
Client Service Specialist
DeAnna Bochno
Client Service Specialist
Brian Picariello
Managing Director
Brian Picariello
Managing Director
CPA/PFS, CFA
Brian began his wealth management career in 1995 at Arthur Anderson & Co. as a tax accountant. His areas of expertise include financial planning, income tax planning, estate planning, and risk management strategies for high net worth individuals and their families. Prior to joining Mercer Advisors, Brian worked as a wealth strategist at Merrill Lynch and most recently as a wealth advisor at Traust Sollus Wealth Management. He graduated from Albright College with a Bachelor of Science in Accounting as well as Rutgers School of Business, where he earned an MBA with a concentration in finance.
Rodney Alvarado
Regional Vice President
Rodney Alvarado
Regional Vice President
With more than twenty years of wealth management and financial planning experience, Rodney is passionate about developing new client relationships. Prior to joining Mercer Advisors, Rodney was a Market Director for JP Morgan Chase where he led a team of advisors helping them develop their planning and investment portfolio skills. He started his career at Fidelity Investments as a financial planning consultant, where he helped clients develop a comprehensive plan to reach their financial goals. Later he worked at Charles Schwab as a financial consultant where he continued to work with high-net-worth families with complex needs, charitable giving, and trust accounts. Rodney earned his BA from Fordham University and holds the CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification, in addition to the FINRA Series 66 license. Rodney lives in New Jersey with his wife and two young children.
Edward Dunphy
Regional Vice President
Edward Dunphy
Regional Vice President
Ed began his career in the Financial Services Industry in 2004. Prior to Joining Mercer, he spent most of his career with TD Ameritrade providing wealth solutions for high-net-worth clients as a Senior Financial Consultant before becoming a Branch Manager in New York City. Ed’s strong financial planning background stems from his time as a Financial Advisor with Ameriprise Financial and expanded as an Account Executive with Fidelity Investments. He graduated from The University of Delaware with a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration and holds the FINRA Series 66 license. Ed is a competitive endurance athlete where he has earned such honors as All World Athlete for his Ironman triathlon competitions. Ed resides in Massapequa Park, NY with his wife, Megan, and their son Keegan.
Kevin Dillon
Regional Vice President
Kevin Dillon
Regional Vice President
CFP®, CRPC®
Kevin has been helping high-net-worth families manage their wealth since 2005. Prior to joining Mercer Advisors, Kevin worked as a wealth management advisor at TIAA-CREF where he specialized in the distinct needs of those working in the academic, research, medical, and cultural fields. He graduated from Loyola University in Maryland with a degree in International Business, and studied abroad at the International School for Economics in Rotterdam. Kevin holds the FINRA Series 66 License. He currently resides in Havertown, Pennsylvania with his wife, Ellie, and their three boys, Braeden, Christian and Andrew.
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