​Wealth management advisor for Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman has 30 years of professional experience. When he’s not working hard at Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman enjoys ice hockey. 

In April of 2017, the commissioner of the National Hockey League (NHL), Gary Bettman announced that after five straight winter Olympics participating, the NHL would not allow a break in its schedule to permit its players to participate in the 2018 games in PyeongChang.

Bettman explained his decision was a result of a variety of compelling reasons. Surveys by NHL fans indicated that they were against the break and teams complained of the disruption to their season. He also said that many teams were punished by losing players to injuries sustained during the Olympics.

The cost was another reason why the NHL decided against participation. The International Olympic Committee had paid all of the associated costs for the previous Olympic Games, but they had informed the NHL that it would not foot the bill in 2018. While they eventually agreed to pay, Bettman thought the money would come from other worthy programs.

​Keefe Gorman is a managing director and wealth advisor with Merrill Lynch in New York. When he is not working with clients at Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman spends time and resources contributing to charitable organizations such as the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society and Meals on Wheels.

The Meals on Wheels Association of America (MOWAA) is a national charity that provides food and other necessary items to older adults who may struggle to complete grocery shopping on their own. It should be noted that the MOWAA mission extends far beyond grocery shopping, with programs around the United States offering a number of unique services to meet the specific needs of the local senior population. 

MOWAA Volunteers are tasked with not only acquiring and delivering food, but also with providing older adults with companionship and an added sense of security. MOWAA visits provide seniors an opportunity to converse with a visitor, while volunteers can check on an individual’s health and living situation. In some areas, MOWAA volunteers actually drive adults to local markets, or to MOWAA food events that bring together local residents. More than 2 million volunteers are joined in this mission by local businesses and organizations sharing the same passion for a united community.

More information on services and volunteer opportunities appears online at www.mealsonwheels.org.

​A managing director of investments at Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman is an award-winning financial advisor. Named by Registered Representative Magazine as one of the top 50 brokers in the United States in 2003, Keefe Gorman is also an accomplished athlete, who volunteers for the Central New York (CNY) Ski Racing Foundation.

The CNY Ski Racing Foundation is a nonprofit organization that exists to help develop alpine ski racers. CNY Ski Racing Foundation is under the supervision of the US Ski and Snowboard Association (USSA), an organization responsible for creating programs to help young athletes train and eventually enter into the Olympics. 

As part of a set of training organizations underneath the USSA, the CNY Ski Racing Foundation has training regimes for both junior and college programs, and internationally recognized coaches to work with them. The foundation works on not only physical ability, but also the technical and mental skills of athletes, to more fully prepare them for the rigors of competition.

​Keefe Gorman, managing director of Merrill Lynch, assists clients with balancing estate planning, credit and lending, retirement, and other financial services. While Keefe Gorman is not providing assistance to his clients at Merrill Lynch, he enjoys lacrosse.

A combination of strength, endurance, quickness, and speed is necessary to achieve improvement in lacrosse. Following specific tips can help you become a better player. The first thing is to focus on your legs. Squat jumps, body weight lunges, and stretching will lead to more speed and efficient power while shooting, passing, and catching during a lacrosse game or practice.

While passing and catching during lacrosse, it’s beneficial to move the ball around and make passes short and sharp, away from the defense. Ensure that feed passes are thrown underhand or overhand, with no sidearm passes. It’s essential not to make passes to someone who is covered just so you can pass the ball. While shooting, ensure that your legs are set up with a good base and that your elbows and hands are high and away from your body. 

​Keefe Gorman earned his BA in economics at St. Lawrence University where he was recognized as a Vilas Scholar. Keefe Gorman currently works at Merrill Lynch as a Managing Director of Investments. Merrill Lynch helps families attain the life they want by helping them with managing their wealth. While Mr. Gorman is away from work, he enjoys roller blading.

When you are first learning how to rollerblade, you must first achieve balance. This can be done by walking with your rollerblades on some grass. Grass allows for the traction you need so you don’t roll, and it’s a beneficial way to practice balancing prior to going out and rollerblading. If you don’t have any access to grass, gravel is just as effective.

Once your balancing is down pat, it’s critical to find a flat and smooth surface to practice gliding. While gliding, movements should be long and smooth. Put one of your feet forward, and prior to putting your blade on the ground, push the other foot back. This will help you glide. Next, alternate your feet. 

​Veteran financial executive Keefe Gorman serves as a managing director of investments at Merrill Lynch in Ithaca, New York. Outside of his work at Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman enjoys mountain biking on nearby trails. One popular mountain biking destination in the area can be found at Shindagin Hollow State Forest in Caroline, about 10 miles east of Ithaca.

The 5,000-acre state forest has a multi-use trail system that is 20 miles long and is maintained by Cycle-CNY, the local section of the International Mountain Biking Association. The trails have some steep slopes and are mainly single-track, composed of dirt, shale rock, and roots. A number of the trail sections feature curbs and technical trail features developed specifically for mountain bikers.

The Outer Loop is 13 miles long, proceeding clockwise around the trail network system; it is deemed a challenging bike trail. Riding in wet weather conditions is highly inadvisable due to the steep slopes and high water table. This loop features outstanding descents and climbs as well as many of what are regarded as the best trails in the area. 

​Keefe Gorman, a managing director from Merrill Lynch, is listed as a top 50 broker in the USA in Registered Representative Magazine. He is involved with the Financial Planning Association. Keefe Gorman enjoys hiking in his spare time.

Hiking can be a great way to get exercise and relaxation at the same time. However, some hiking tips are beneficial to keep in mind. Hydration is one of the most important parts of the sport. Everyone requires a different amount of water, but it's best to sip on water frequently while hiking to avoid dehydration. Some symptoms of dehydration are dizziness, headaches, weak or rapid pulse, dry or clammy skin, and difficulty concentrating.

To avoid aches or pains, be sure that you stretch your muscles during hiking breaks and as soon as you are finished. Tart cherries and dried blueberries are beneficial for reducing inflammation, making them a healthy snack to bring along. After your hike, drinking some milk can potentially help muscle recovery. 

Keefe Gorman is the managing director of investments and a wealth management advisor with Merrill Lynch in Ithaca, New York. A professional with more than 29 years of experience, in addition to running The Gorman Group at Merrill Lynch, Keefe Gorman is involved with numerous charitable organizations, including ShelterBox USA.

ShelterBox is a non-profit organization that delivers emergency supplies to communities recovering from disasters or undergoing humanitarian crises. The organization provides practical items such as thermal blankets, water storage and purification equipment, tents, and solar lighting.

In recent months, ShelterBox has been deployed to a number of nations in need of assistance, including:

-Malawi, Africa. Flooding in the southern regions of Malawi brings with it the dangers of crocodile attack and malaria. This year, the area experienced the worst flooding it has seen in decades, and communities require safe shelters.

-Cameroon, Africa. Some 45,000 families need assistance after various conflicts left many displaced. ShelterBox has delivered hundreds of boxes, and provides training to the staff of the central relief facility.

-Nepal, South Asia. In April and May 2016, two earthquakes of magnitudes over 7.2 caused extensive damage. Rebuilding was hindered by monsoon season and the accompanying flash floods and landslides. In league with another relief agency, ShelterBox has distributed the equipment required for thousands of temporary shelters.