Michelle Sils
@michellesils
FINRA-licensed Wealth Advisor focused on portfolio construction and clear client education in SEC/FINRA environments.
What I'm looking for
I’m a FINRA-licensed Wealth Advisor with 6+ years in regulated financial services. I specialize in portfolio construction, securities selection, and client education, translating complex investment and regulatory topics into clear, investor-friendly explanations.
In my Schwab Wealth Advisory roles, I advise households on asset allocation, portfolio strategy, and financial planning aligned with firm standards and regulatory requirements. I explain SMAs, ETFs, mutual funds, and risk concepts in language tailored to each client’s sophistication.
I work with legal and compliance expectations at the center of my process—maintaining active Series 7, 63, and 65 registrations while adhering to suitability, disclosure, and communication standards. I document interactions and recommendations using Salesforce and internal case management tools to support audit-ready records.
I’m also pursuing CFP® certification (exam target November 2024). Prior experience includes serving high-net-worth clients through Schwab Private Client and supporting regulated trade and education needs at TD Ameritrade, along with earlier finance and marketing leadership that strengthened my communication and client service mindset.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Wealth Advisor
Charles Schwab
Aug 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)
Advises households on asset allocation, portfolio strategy, and financial planning in alignment with firm standards and regulatory requirements. Explains investment strategies and maintains audit-ready client documentation using Salesforce.
Associate Wealth Advisor
Charles Schwab
Jun 2022 - Jul 2024 (2 years 1 month)
Supports Wealth Advisors serving affluent and high-net-worth clients with practice management and relationship development. Provides client education on markets, portfolio positioning, and risk, and uses Salesforce for task tracking and compliant documentation.
Associate Private Client Advisor
Charles Schwab
Aug 2021 - Jun 2022 (10 months)
Provides ongoing portfolio and service support to high-net-worth clients within Schwab’s advisory offering. Executes trades and assists with questions related to performance, asset allocation, and market conditions while managing compliant documentation in Salesforce.
Financial Services Representative
TD Ameritrade
May 2020 - Aug 2021 (1 year 3 months)
Executes trades and responds to client questions across equities, options, mutual funds, and ETFs. Delivers educational guidance and maintains accurate documentation while managing priorities in a regulated call center environment.
Finance Manager
BMW
Apr 2018 - Feb 2020 (1 year 10 months)
Oversees finance and insurance transactions while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. Recommends financing structures and protection products with clear explanations of terms, costs, and obligations.
Marketing Manager
Weather Engineers
Mar 2017 - Mar 2018 (1 year)
Develops and executes promotional campaigns across digital, radio, and sponsorship channels. Manages internet marketing, advertising, events, and co-op claims to drive revenue and brand awareness.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Florida Institute of Technology
Master of Business Administration, Management
2017 - 2019
Grade: GPA 3.91; Magna Cum Laude
Earned an MBA in Management from Florida Institute of Technology from 2017 to 2019, graduating with a GPA of 3.91 and Magna Cum Laude honors.
Florida Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science, Global Management & Finance
2011 - 2015
Completed a BS in Global Management & Finance at Florida Institute of Technology from 2011 to 2015.
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