Maha Elkhateib, CRPC, AWMA

Maha Elkhateib is a seasoned financial advisor with over 20 years of experience helping individuals and families navigate the complexities of wealth management. Born and raised in Egypt by a civil engineer father and a banking professional mother, Maha developed a strong foundation in numbers and strategic thinking early on. Her career began in bancassurance with Allianz, followed by impactful roles at Commercial International Bank (CIB), formerly JPMorgan Chase Manhattan, where she gained broad exposure across consumer banking, business services, wealth management, and investment. This diverse background shaped her holistic approach for investment planning. In 2016, Maha moved to Bergen County, New Jersey after marrying her school-day sweetheart, Wael. She continued her career with Trustco Bank and later joined Merrill Lynch in 2020, where she found her true calling?serving clients with empathy, precision, and integrity. Maha specializes in personalized financial strategies that align with each client?s goals, values, and long-term vision. Her client-first philosophy is rooted in education and empowerment, ensuring every decision is informed and intentional. Outside of work, Maha enjoys traveling, dancing, and scuba diving. She is the middle child of three and a proud mother to Mona and Hassan?affectionately known as Irish twins, born on the same day and month just one year apart. Her life is a blend of cultures, adventure, and heartfelt connections, and she brings that same energy and authenticity to her work every day.