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Ralph D. Janitell

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CRD#: 1292715
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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.

Ralph David Janitell III, who also goes by Ralph David Janitell, Ralph Janitell, was a registered financial professional .

Ralph is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1984. Ralph had worked at 18 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Ralph David Janitell | Ralph Janitell

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.
Business Name: Kestra Advisory Services LLC Investment Related: Yes Address: 5707 southwest parkway building 2 suuite 400 austin TX 78735 Nature of Business: Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: advisor Start Date: 1/4/2021 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: Up to 100% (0 to 160 hours) Duties: provide models and investment advice and planning for clients related to their managed accountsBusiness Name: Catalyst Retirement Advisors Investment Related: Yes Address: 7900 east union ave st 120 denver CO 80237 Nature of Business: Registered Rep Activities through Kestra Investment Services, LLC using a DBA name Position, Title or Relationship: advisor Start Date: 1/4/2021 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: Up to 100% (0 to 160 hours) Duties: act as an advisor providing financial planning including selling commission products life and annuities and mutual funds and providing asset management as an advisor GARDEN VALLEY WATER AND SANITATION DISTRICT POSITION: board member NATURE: Board position (Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, etc.) INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 05/03/2022 ADDRESS: 2840 south circle drive, colorado springs CO 80906, United States DESCRIPTION: act as a board member in decision making process regarding maintenance and general day to day upkeep of systems over see income and expenses and balance sheet. make sure that bills are paid on time for water management services etc.

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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

January 4, 2021 - August 5, 2022

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 283330
Denver, CO
Past

January 4, 2021 - August 5, 2022

KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 42046
DENVER, CO
Past

May 3, 2017 - February 3, 2021

VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 42803
LAKEWOOD, CO
Past

May 3, 2017 - February 3, 2021

VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 42803
LAKEWOOD, CO
Past

September 30, 2014 - May 2, 2017

WADDELL & REED

RIA
CRD#: 866
DENVER, CO
Past

September 29, 2014 - May 2, 2017

WADDELL & REED

BD
CRD#: 866
DENVER, CO
Past

January 16, 2014 - August 12, 2014

REGULUS FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

BD
CRD#: 150631
Greenwood Village, CO
Past

January 9, 2014 - September 2, 2014

1ST CONSUMER ADVISORY GROUP LLC

RIA
CRD#: 169633
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Past

January 31, 2013 - January 13, 2014

WADDELL & REED

RIA
CRD#: 866
DENVER, CO
Past

January 31, 2013 - January 13, 2014

WADDELL & REED

BD
CRD#: 866
DENVER, CO
Past

July 24, 2012 - January 29, 2013

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
BROOMFIELD, CO
Past

July 24, 2012 - January 29, 2013

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
BROOMFIELD, CO
Past

February 26, 2007 - July 12, 2012

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 20472
DENVER, CO
Past

January 8, 2007 - July 12, 2012

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 20472
DENVER, CO
Past

August 30, 2005 - November 21, 2006

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 2881
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Past

February 2, 2005 - August 19, 2005

CAROLINA CAPITAL MARKETS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 38156
CHAPEL HILL, NC
Past

June 6, 2000 - December 1, 2004

ADVEST, INC.

BD
CRD#: 10
HARTFORD, CT
Past

January 12, 2000 - June 2, 2000

STIFEL, NICOLAUS & COMPANY, INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 793
ST. LOUIS, MO
Past

February 23, 1998 - April 13, 2000

HANIFEN, IMHOFF INC.

BD
CRD#: 44469
DENVER, CO
Past

July 18, 1994 - February 23, 1998

HANIFEN, IMHOFF INC.

BD
CRD#: 2126
DENVER, CO
Past

July 14, 1992 - July 22, 1994

LUMIERE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13414
DENVER, CO
Past

May 15, 1992 - August 1, 1996

LP CHARLES & COMPANY, INC.

BD
CRD#: 27020
Past

January 25, 1990 - December 8, 1990

DAIN RAUSCHER INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7600
Past

December 21, 1984 - January 22, 1990

COUGHLIN & COMPANY, INC.

BD
CRD#: 185
DENVER, CO

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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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 2/22/2007
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
5707 Southwest Parkway Building 2, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78735
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-7872
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,299

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC BROCHURE (RETAIL CLIENTS) (10/21/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts155,482
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 60,174,309,829

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/23/2024
Cover Page
10/20/2023
12/21/2022

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Company Information


KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 283330

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