Welcome to Mercer Advisors in Upstate New York

Experienced Financial Advisors in New York

Mercer Advisors is proud to help families in Upstate New York with all their wealth management needs. With a team of local CFP® professionals, we provide highly tailored guidance to individuals, families, and businesses.

We offer comprehensive wealth management through a family office structure, helping clients amplify and simplify their financial lives by bringing together financial planning, investment management, tax, estate, insurance, and more into one integrated offering. We look forward to connecting with you and your family.

Meet the Upstate New York Team

Brian Picariello
Managing Partner
Upstate New York
Bernie Salamone
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Christopher Miller
Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Kaila Kelleher
Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Kevin Brady
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Lynn Magnus
Sr. Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Nick Jensen
Wealth Advisor
Upstate New York
Edward Dunphy
Regional Vice President
Upstate New York
Dylan Gross
Client Service Specialist
Upstate New York
Galen Crane
Relationship Manager
Upstate New York
Janice Donovan
Sr. Client Service Specialist
Upstate New York
Kris Prince
Manager, Client Service
Upstate New York
Mikayla Ploof
Client Service Specialist
Upstate New York
Patrick Bacon
Client Service Specialist
Upstate New York
Tyler Frank
Client Service Specialist
Upstate New York
Brandon Capicotto
Wealth Strategist
Upstate New York
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Austin Minor
Austin Minor Sr. Director, Partner Success
Upstate New York

Our Upstate New York Office Locations

Stronger Together

Mercer Advisors understands the importance of joining forces with impressive local advisory firms. Together, we can provide clients with a greater breadth and depth of services and value—and, most importantly, keep our promises to them.

We’ve worked hard to retain some of the best aspects of a local boutique firm: white-glove service that comes from an intimate understanding of our clients’ families, lifestyles, situations, and needs. We combine this with the type of resources, specialized personnel, and risk mitigation of a national firm.

Upstate New York Offices Fast Facts & Specialties

  • Deep experience with: Individuals nearing or in retirement, charitable giving strategies, tax and estate planning, and individuals who own land or forested acreage.
  • Retirement planning expertise: Our team specializes in helping people at or near retirement devise strategies to maximize income while minimizing taxes.
  • Complex estate and gift planning: With the uncertainty of estate tax rules, having a proactive estate and gifting plan is place is imperative.

Financial Solutions We Offer in Upstate New York

Mercer Advisors delivers comprehensive financial guidance designed to address the full complexity of your financial life. Our Upstate New York team brings together planning, investment management, tax strategy, estate planning, and trust services — working collaboratively to help individuals and families make confident, informed financial decisions.
Financial Planning
Personalized financial planning for Upstate New York individual clients and families, integration cash flow, retirement goals, education planning, and long-term priorities into one cohesive strategy.
Tax Planning & Preparation
Proactive tax planning and preparation designed to help Upstate New York residents manage tax exposure while aligning financial decisions with state and federal tax considerations.
Investment Management
Institutional-grade portfolio management tailored to Upstate New York clients, focused on long-term objectives, risk management, and disciplined investment strategies.
Estate Planning
Thoughtful estate planning support for families, helping structure assets, beneficiaries, and legacy goals within state and federal estate frameworks.
Insurance Solutions
Risk management strategies that help Upstate New York clients protect income, assets, and family needs through carefully evaluated insurance solutions.
Trustee Services
In-house fiduciary trust services designed to support complex estate plans, multigenerational wealth, and long-term stewardship under state regulations.

Deep Experience Working With…

advisor helping tech professional navigate concentrated stock positions

Concentrated Stock

At Mercer Advisors, we help Upstate New York clients manage concentration with a financial plan that focuses on unlocking liquidity, reducing risk, and preserving long-term wealth.  

Divorcing & Divorced

We provide Upstate New York residents with compassionate, personalized financial guidance throughout your divorce, empowering you to embrace the opportunities ahead.  Learn more about how we can help.

Generational Wealth

Managing wealth across generations isn’t just about protecting assets—it’s about safeguarding your legacy. We collaborate with Upstate New York families like yours to craft tailored plans that help to ensure long-term financial continuity.

A family discussing a lifetime trust

Inherited Wealth

Your inheritance marks a beginning and an end. Learn more about how we approach this delicate situation for Upstate New York residents and help ensure your new wealth is protected, optimized, and meets your long-term goals.

IPOs & Liquidity Events

Whether you’re holding RSUs, ISOs, NSOs, or ESPP shares, the decisions you make now may shape your financial future.  Learn how we can help demystify the process for you and help avoid a hefty tax bill.

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Retirement Planning

Retirement planning is a vital aspect of financial wellness that transcends age, income level, or career stage.  See how we can help Upstate New York residents design retirement plans that help them achieve their financial goals.

Financial planning for individuals with special needs

Special Needs

Caring for a loved one with disabilities brings unique responsibilities, and planning ahead is one of the most important things you can do. We’ll help you prioritize what matters most, understand what can wait, and build a plan that gives you confidence.

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Women & Wealth

We’re fiercely committed to amplifying women’s financial confidence. Learn how we’re leading the charge to create better financial outcomes for women in Upstate New York.

Meet a Few of Our Talented Advisors

Our team is deeply embedded in the Upstate New York community and specializes in areas relevant to local residents.

In Our Community

From sharing our knowledge to volunteering to improve our neighborhoods, our local team loves to give back to the community.

Financial Planning Association of Greater Rochester, NY
Speaking

Financial Planning Association of Greater Rochester, NY

Jamie is the current president of the FPA in Rochester where she elevates the profession through monthly peer seminars on various financial planning topics. She also speaks on income tax issues and CFP® ethics.

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Foodlink
Volunteering

Foodlink

Foodlink is invested in the fight against hunger and poverty in Rochester and the Finger Lakes. Our Fairport office has helped them prepare food donations for distribution to those in need.

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New York Forest Owners Association
Speaking

New York Forest Owners Association

The New York Forest Owners Association is dedicated to encouraging well informed management of privately owned woodlands. Mercer Advisors supports their mission through speaking engagements.

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Sr. Director, Partner Success, Upstate New York