Experience

Makes all the difference

Our mission is to provide lifelong strategies and financial services personalized to your needs. Our goal is to be your primary source of financial advice. To this end we approach each new engagement with a time-tested, collaborative process. This allows us to have an open dialogue with you to learn about your values and goals and then work with you to structure a plan that honors these outcomes. With our consultative approach, together we can design and build the bridge connecting your life goals with your money.

Durell Buzzini

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

The foundation of my career was built during my years as a public school teacher which gave me the skills I now use to effectively communicate complex and sometimes frustrating financial concepts. I began my financial services career in 1987 specializing in commercial lending, private banking and trust services for Fleet Bank. I joined the  regional advisory firm of Tucker Anthony in 1995, obtained my CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ certification in 2003 and then joined UBS in 2007. In 2013 I earned the designation of  Retirement Income Certified Professional (RICP®) from The American College.  I thrive on my work as a planner and feel privileged to be the guardian, manager and cultivator of personal wealth for many wonderful clients.  I strive to contribute time and resources to my community through my volunteer work for many vital cultural and social service organizations.  I divide my time between homes in Maine and Florida, enjoying the outdoor and community activities I so enjoy in both locations. 

Registered States:
  • AL
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • IL
  • IN
  • KY
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • PA
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA

Credentials

  • Certified Divorce Financial Analyst
  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional
1 City Center
10th Floor
Portland, ME 04101

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Kirsten Ismail, CFP

Senior Vice President–Wealth Management

Financial Advisor

My career in the financial services industry began in 1995.  More than a decade later I joined UBS Financial Services Inc.  My early years focused on the complexities of equity compensation and benefits offered by employers.  Through this experience I developed my passion for helping people determine the best financial strategies for their personal situation. 

Having a Bachelor of Science degree in Education from the University of Maine and obtaining my CFP® certification have provided me with the skills and training necessary to help engage my clients at every level and stage of their financial progress.  I believe a comprehensive and flexible financial plan is essential and requires a commitment to hard work and consistent communication. I am dedicated to helping my clients realize their dreams.  By frequently attending financial planning conferences, seminars and education workshops I bring the most current ideas and strategies to my work as a financial advisor.

I am happily married to my high school sweetheart, Scott and enjoy spending time with our young daughter, Samantha and our Black Labrador Retriever, Ranger.  I am involved in several local non profit organizations that support the education of children, a creative culture and a thriving economic region.  In my spare time I enjoy reading, traveling and staying physically fit. 

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Registered States:
  • AZ
  • CA
  • CO
  • CT
  • DC
  • DE
  • FL
  • GA
  • HI
  • IN
  • LA
  • MA
  • MD
  • ME
  • MI
  • MN
  • MO
  • NC
  • NH
  • NJ
  • NM
  • NV
  • NY
  • OH
  • OK
  • PA
  • PR
  • RI
  • SC
  • TN
  • TX
  • VA
  • VT
  • WA
  • WI

Recognized as an industry leader:

  • Forbes America's Top Women Wealth Advisors Best-in-State, 2022, 2023, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in February based on information from a 12 month period ending September of the prior year.
  • Forbes Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams, 2024The Forbes rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in January, based on information from a 12 month period ending March of the prior year.
  • Working Mother Magazine/SHOOK Top Wealth Advisor Moms, 2019The Working Mother Magazine/SHOOK rating is compiled by Shook Research and awarded annually in October based on information from a 12 month period ending in March of the award year.

Eligibility is based on quantitative factors and is not necessarily related to the quality of the investment advice. For more information on third party rating methodologies, please visit ubs.com/us/en/designation-disclosures

Education

  • University of Maine, B.S. Education

Credentials

  • CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™
One Merchants Plaza
3rd Floor
Bangor, ME 04401

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Tammy Kelly

Senior Client Associate

Tammy joined UBS in Bangor, Maine in 2010 before moving to the Portland, Maine branch in 2014. She is responsible for managing the operational and administrative functions for our team with a focus on client service.  She was a 2014 recipient of the Pursuit of Excellence Support Award at UBS.  She holds her Series 7, 66 and Insurance Licenses.  In her spare time, Tammy enjoys reading, cooking, camping and spending time with her son Parker. 

Registered States:
  • AL
  • FL
  • MD
  • ME
  • NY
  • TN
  • VA
1 City Center
10th Floor
Portland, ME 04101

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