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Cristina L. Fineza

BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT
Princeton, NJ 08540
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CRD#: 1207735
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Professional summary


Cristina Lopretti Fineza, who also goes by Cristina Macias Lopretti, Mariacristina Macias Lopretti, Tina Lopretti, is a registered financial advisor currently at BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC located in Princeton, New Jersey and BLACKROCK INVESTMENTS, LLC located in Princeton, New Jersey.

Cristina is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1983. Cristina has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Cristina Macias Lopretti | Mariacristina Macias Lopretti | Tina Lopretti

Other business activities


Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
(1) Mary Mother of God Church (Hillsborough, NJ). To serve as a member of the 9-person finance committee which is expected to advise the Pastor in matters pertaining to policy and procedures to support effective management of parish assets & finances. Two hours every 3 months (quarterly meetings) devoted to entity. (2) Women United (United Way of Northern New Jersey) (Cedar Knolls, NJ); Steering committee member; Non-investment position; No compensation; Women United is a volunteer organization which seeks to mobilze the power or women and give them opportunities to come together to raise awareness and funds to improve life for ALICE (Asset Limited, Income Constrained, Employed) and low-income households in Northern New Jersey; Role: To provide assistance and advise on activities which further the goals of Women United through leadership, philanthropic and fundraising contributions; Start Date: 9/13/2018; 1-2 hours/month devoted to this activity. (3) "Greater Somerset County YMCA; The Greater Somerset County YMCA (GSYMCA) is part of the global Y a leading nonprofit committed to strengthening community for more than 175 years. The Y empowers everyone no matter who they are or where they're from by ensuring access to resources relationships and opportunities for all to learn grow and thrive. By bringing together people from different backgrounds perspectives and generations the Y's goal is to improve overall health and well-being ignite youth empowerment and demonstrate the importance of connections in and across 10 000 communities nationwide.; Volunteer Board Member; serve as a member of the board and contribute toward achieving its mission and purpose by: ?Sharing expertise ?Contribute by providing oversight and support ?Participate in policy decision making ?Assist in fund-raising activities ?Serve on a sub-committee; One hour per month hrs/month; Start Date:02-15-2024"

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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Experience


Current

June 3, 2015 - Present

BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

Office #1: 1 University Square Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
RIA
CRD#: 108928
Princeton, NJ
Current

April 13, 2015 - Present

BLACKROCK INVESTMENTS, LLC

Office #1: 1 University Square Dr, Princeton, NJ 08540
BD
CRD#: 38642
Princeton, NJ
Past

December 7, 2001 - July 5, 2002

BARCLAYS CAPITAL INC.

BD
CRD#: 19714
NEW YORK, NY
Past

December 5, 1995 - March 1, 2002

FAM DISTRIBUTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 4100
NEW YORK, NY
Past

December 23, 1986 - August 6, 1987

BRIDGE TRADING COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 6822
Past

November 28, 1983 - August 13, 1988

NEW ENGLAND SECURITIES

BD
CRD#: 615

Primary Firm SEC Registration


This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
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BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC
BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC | QA ADVISERS LLC | MERRILL LYNCH QUANTITATIVE ADVISERS | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS-QUANTITATIVE ADVISERS | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS-ALTERNATIVE STRATEGIES | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS, LLC | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS - FIXED INCOME | MERRILL LYNCH GLOBAL SECURITIES FINANCING | BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 108928 / SEC#: 801-56972

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/9/1999 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.
RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.

Visual representation of state registrations

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Arizona
(1/18/2022)
RR
California
(1/18/2022)
RR
Connecticut
(1/18/2022)
RR
Delaware
(1/18/2022)
RR
District of Columbia
(4/19/2017)
RR
Florida
(2/10/2017)
RR
Georgia
(6/4/2021)
RR
Hawaii
(2/19/2025)
RR
Illinois
(2/7/2020)
RR
Indiana
(6/4/2021)
RR
Kansas
(6/4/2021)
RR
Maryland
(12/1/2016)
RR
Massachusetts
(12/1/2016)
RR
Michigan
(6/4/2021)
RR
Minnesota
(2/10/2017)
RR
Missouri
(1/18/2022)
RR
Nebraska
(6/4/2021)
RR
Nevada
(10/24/2016)
RR
New Hampshire
(6/4/2021)
RR
New Jersey
(4/14/2015)
IAR
New Jersey
(6/3/2015)
RR
New York
(5/27/2015)
RR
North Carolina
(6/4/2021)
RR
Ohio
(6/4/2021)
RR
Oklahoma
(11/14/2022)
RR
Oregon
(6/4/2021)
RR
Pennsylvania
(5/29/2015)
RR
South Carolina
(6/4/2021)
RR
Texas
(6/4/2021)
RR
Vermont
(11/14/2022)
RR
Virginia
(6/4/2021)
RR
Washington
(6/4/2021)
RR
West Virginia
(5/18/2022)
RR
Wisconsin
(2/10/2017)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 5/27/2015
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC
BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT LLC | QA ADVISERS LLC | MERRILL LYNCH QUANTITATIVE ADVISERS | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS-QUANTITATIVE ADVISERS | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS-ALTERNATIVE STRATEGIES | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS, LLC | MERRILL LYNCH INVESTMENT MANAGERS - FIXED INCOME | MERRILL LYNCH GLOBAL SECURITIES FINANCING | BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 108928 / SEC#: 801-56972

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/9/1999 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
1 University Square Drive, Princeton, NJ 08540
Mailing Address
Phone number
(609) 282-2000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,457

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC - BROCHURE (10/1/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts48,659
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 508,159,772,327

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/28/2025
Cover Page
10/24/2024
01/26/2024

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Company Information


BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 108928Princeton, NJ 08540

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