Melissa Santangelo

Financial Advisor, Auxilia Asset Management; Community Advocate for Financial Empowerment Auxilia Asset Management | Merrill Lynch | Arizona Tech Ecosystem Melissa Santangelo is a financial advisor focused on helping founders, executives, and professionals build long-term wealth with purpose. With a background spanning institutional advising and personal financial planning, she bridges the gap between capital and community impact. Melissa has guided clients through scaling ventures, liquidity events, and generational planning—always centered on education and empowerment. She’s active in Phoenix’s innovation ecosystem, mentoring women in finance and supporting emerging entrepreneurs across Arizona.