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    BOSTON—The Boston Real Estate Times has named philanthropist, bestselling author, motivational speaker and top financial advisor Raj Sharma as keynote speaker for its 2025 Excellence Awards Gala, Thursday, September 11, 2025, at the Burlington Marriott Hotel in Burlington, MA.

    Sharma, Managing Director of Wealth Management at Merrill Lynch and head of The Sharma Group—a premier private‑wealth boutique managing more than $8 billion—has 30 years of global experience with entrepreneurs, executives, families and institutions. He is ranked #1 in Massachusetts and consistently in the national Top 10 advisors.

    Publisher Upendra Mishra said, “Mr. Sharma’s story of excellence, leadership and service aligns perfectly with the spirit of this event. Boston Magazine named him one of the city’s most influential citizens from 2023‑2025.”

    The gala celebrates developers, architects, brokers, visionaries and changemakers shaping New England’s built environment. It has become a signature gathering for the region’s commercial real‑estate leaders, offering recognition, networking and inspiration. Mishra added, “The 2025 recipients embody the best of our industry. In a time of challenge and transformation, they represent a bold future.”

    Sharma’s address will cover life optimization, purposeful leadership, intergenerational wealth and the role of business as a force for good—echoing his bestseller *The Purposeful Wealth Advisor* and his lifelong commitment to philanthropy.

    Beyond finance, Sharma serves as a trustee of The Boston Foundation, co‑chairs high‑impact philanthropic campaigns, is a founding trustee of the American India Foundation (AIF) supporting anti‑poverty work in India, and formerly chaired Boston Harbor Now, addressing environmental and public‑access issues in the Boston region.

    His accolades include the Barron’s Hall of Fame for financial advisors, the Solas Award for cross‑cultural dialogue and immigrant achievement, and the 2023 Lifetime Achievement Award from the New England Community Awards.

    As keynote speaker, Sharma will share insights on building lasting impact through wealth, leadership and community, elevating an evening that honors design, development and collaboration for a better future.

    **Event:** 2025 Excellence Awards Gala

    **Location:** Burlington Marriott Hotel, Burlington, MA

    **Date:** Thursday, September 11, 2025

    **Keynote Speaker:** Raj Sharma, Managing Director – Wealth Management, Merrill Lynch