Local Merrill Wealth Management Financial Advisor April Tardiff was recently named the No. 2 advisor in Maine on the 2026 Forbes “Top Women Wealth Advisors – Best‑in‑State” list. Based in Portland, she has more than 20 years of industry experience and provides wealth management and financial planning services to clients and oversees broader local leadership responsibilities as a resident director.
Tardiff leads the Tariff Orsini & Associates advisor group, guiding a team focused on delivering comprehensive, client‑centered wealth management solutions. She holds the Accredited Asset Management Specialist designation, is a Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor, and a Chartered Retirement Plan Specialist. She was also recognized on the 2024 Forbes Top Women Wealth Advisors Best‑in‑State list and the 2025 Forbes Best‑in‑State Wealth Advisors list.
She earned her bachelor’s degree from the University of Southern Maine and is an active volunteer, supporting organizations including Portland Ovations, Opera Maine, the University of Southern Maine Alumni Association and the Portland Symphony Orchestra.
Merrill leads the industry with 539 advisors recognized on Forbes’ Top Women Wealth Advisors Best‑in‑State list, including 17 advisors ranked No. 1 in their state.
