Derek's experience with Merrill Lynch Wealth Management started in 2007 with a summer internship. Since then he has broadened his knowledge to multiple areas of finance. Derek grew up as a central Pennsylvania local. He graduated from Franklin and Marshall College with a BA in business and a minor in economics while captaining his swim team as a nationally ranked All American. He has also completed his MBA from the Pennsylvania State University with a focus on finance. Derek is a past member on the board of the Central Pennsylvania Financial Planning Association. He helps clients pursue their goals and dreams by providing wealth management advice and guidance. Derek is married to his wife Courtney, and they have two sons. *Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER and CFP in the U.S. 