As a Stamford resident for over 45 years and a REALTOR® for more than 40 of those years, Merrily prides herself on her dedication to real estate. She has earned the professional designations of GRI (Graduate Realtors Institute) and CRS (Council of Residential Specialists). In addition to her many decades of experience as a top producing REALTOR®, she was licensed in the state of Connecticut as an Appraiser for more than 20 years.

Merrily has served as a Director of the Stamford Board of REALTORS®, as Chairperson of the Administration Group, and of the Public Relations Committee and continues to remain active in the industry by taking numerous real estate courses including a week-long course in Contracting. She also serves as the Chairperson of the New Member Orientation for all new members joining the Stamford Board of REALTORS®.

Merrily has been active in many civic organizations including: Literacy Volunteers and Twins Mothers' Club. She also is a major contributor to Stamford's Animal Shelter purchasing and donating items to assist in supporting the animals. Merrily and her husband have four grown children all of whom graduated from the Stamford Public Schools before going on to college and successful careers.