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Gregory E. Smith

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CRD#: 1252027
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

That means that the Securities and Exchange Commission may not be able to oversee the services that this specific professional is providing.

Gregory Earl Smith, who also goes by Greg Smith, Gregory Smith, Gregory E Smith, was a registered financial professional .

Gregory is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1984. Gregory had worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 52TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 53 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Greg Smith | Gregory Smith | Gregory E Smith

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.
Greg Smith Consulting - 06/2019 - Business Consulting - Receive Consulting fees - owner GES Investment - 7/2019 -Owner - Receive Consulting Fees IP Financial Advisory Services LLC - Investment Advisor Representative 10/2019 to Present.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
None

Experience


Past

February 4, 2014 - July 7, 2025

INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 146344
Charlotte, NC
Past

November 5, 2013 - July 7, 2025

INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

BD
CRD#: 146344
Charlotte, NC
Past

August 23, 2010 - December 9, 2011

INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

BD
CRD#: 146344
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

June 8, 2006 - May 22, 2009

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 20472
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

June 30, 2005 - February 21, 2006

TEACHERS PERSONAL INVESTORS SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 36130
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

June 30, 2005 - May 22, 2009

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 20472
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

April 1, 1997 - May 24, 2005

SUNSET FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 3538
KANSAS CITY, MO
Past

March 10, 1995 - May 24, 2005

SUNSET FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 3538
KANSAS CITY, MO
Past

July 14, 1994 - February 13, 1995

INVESTORS ST.

BD
CRD#: 30779
MIAMI, FL
Past

March 19, 1986 - June 22, 1993

FIDELITY EQUITY SERVICES CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 17455
Past

May 21, 1984 - May 22, 1985

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691

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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INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC
DEEMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC. | INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

CRD#: 146344 / SEC#: 801-78702, 8-67812

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/24/2013 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/9/2014 Terminated)
Colorado
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/17/2013 Terminated)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/18/2013 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/11/2013 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/10/2014 Terminated)
New York
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/11/2013 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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

Visual representation of state registrations

This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 4/24/1996
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Municipal Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam

Current Firm


IP
INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC
DEEMER WEALTH MANAGEMENT | INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC. | INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

CRD#: 146344 / SEC#: 801-78702, 8-67812

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (10/24/2013 Approved)
Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/9/2014 Terminated)
Colorado
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/17/2013 Terminated)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/18/2013 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Georgia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/11/2013 Terminated)
Nevada
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/10/2014 Terminated)
New York
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
North Carolina
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/11/2013 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/10/2013 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
5950 Fairview Road Suite 140, Charlotte, NC 28210
Mailing Address
5950 Fairview Road Suite 140, Charlotte, NC 28210
Phone number
(704) 708-5461
Established
North Carolina since 11/19/2007
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Medium
# of Employees
297

SEC notice filing (40 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

JOHN POLYVIOU ADV PART 2B (7/7/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
E STRICKER HOLDINGS LLCSTOCKHOLDER
ANAGENISIS INVESTMENT HOLDINGS LLCSTOCK HOLDER
CAMPBELL, ROBERTFINOP1349154
MCNABB, MATTHEW JOHNCO-CCO2119641
POLYVIOU, JOHN ANTHONYCO-CCO, PRESIDENT AND RIA PRINCIPAL2030212
UYESUGI, LAUREN ARNETTCOMPLIANCE PRINCIPAL2889864

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Company Information


INNOVATION PARTNERS LLC

CRD#: 146344

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