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Diana M. Decharles

PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, (INC.)
Shreveport, LA 71104-2125
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CRD#: 1445529
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Professional summary


Diana Marie Decharles, CFP®, who also goes by Diana Marie Gerstmann, is a registered financial advisor currently at PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.) located in Shreveport, Louisiana and OSAIC WEALTH, INC. located in Shreveport, Louisiana.

Diana is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1985. Diana has worked at 6 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"?
Yes

Aliases


Diana Marie Gerstmann

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. DECHARLES FAMILY LLC;NO;2020 LINE AVE SHREVEPORT, LA 71104;REAL ESTATE;OWNER;1996;3;0;OWN/OPERATE BLDG AT 2020 LINE AVE, SHREVEPORT, LA. 2. DIANA DECHARLES; INVESTMENT RELATED;2020 LINE AVE SHREVEPORT, LA 71104;INS.;OWNER/AGENT;1988;4;4;SELL FIXED INS. PRODUCTS AS PART OF REGULAR BUS. THROUGH SAGEPOINT FINANCIAL. 3. DIANA DECHARLES;NO;2020 LINE AVE SHREVEPORT, LA 71104;NOTARY SVS;OWNER/NOTARY;1/1/1996;1;1;PROVIDE NOTARY SVS TO EXISTING CLIENTS. 4. PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. POSITION: Manager NATURE: S Corporation- INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 160 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 160 START DATE: 01/01/1996 ADDRESS: 2020 Line Avenue Shreveport, LA 71104, Shreveport LA 71104, United States DESCRIPTION: investment advisor, prepare asset allocations and financial analysis for clients 5. DIANA DECHARLES POSITION: notary public NATURE: have a Notary Public seal INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 05/03/1993 ADDRESS: 2020 Line Avenue, Shreveport LA 71104, United States DESCRIPTION: have the ability to notarize documents for clients 6. CENTENARY'S CENTER FOR FAMILY-OWNED BUSINESS POSITION: member NATURE: CFOB develops programming to support the continuity and health of multi-generational, family businesses within our region. The Center's seminars and workshops focus on strategic planning, growth strategies, succession planning, communications, as well as legal, management, and financial issues unique to family-owned, closely-held companies. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 1 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 08/15/2023 ADDRESS: 2911 Centenary Blvd., Shreveport LA 71104, United States DESCRIPTION: attend relevant workshops 7. DIANA DECHARLES POSITION: Owner - NATURE: Sole Proprietorship - INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 4 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 4 START DATE: 01/01/1988 ADDRESS: 2020 Line Avenue, Shreveport LA 71104, United States DESCRIPTION: sell fixed insurance products as part of my regular business through Vanbridge and Osaic Wealth

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
CFP®

Start date: 1989

Experience


Current

January 29, 2023 - Present

PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.)

Office #1: 2020 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104-2125
RIA
CRD#: 109965
Shreveport, LA
Current

September 1, 2023 - Present

OSAIC WEALTH, INC.

Office #1: 2020 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104
RIA
BD
CRD#: 23131
Shreveport, LA
Past

May 10, 2024 - July 11, 2024

OSAIC WEALTH, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 23131
SCOTTSDALE, AZ
Past

February 24, 2012 - December 31, 2022

PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.)

RIA
CRD#: 109965
SHREVEPORT, LA
Past

October 31, 2005 - September 1, 2023

OSAIC SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 133763
SHREVEPORT, LA
Past

June 18, 1989 - October 31, 2005

SUNAMERICA SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 20068
PHOENIX, AZ
Past

August 26, 1988 - June 18, 1989

SOUTHMARK FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 6518
Past

December 23, 1985 - September 13, 1988

AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6363

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".
PA
PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.)
PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.) | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC

CRD#: 109965 / SEC#: 801-113976

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 Approved)
Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/15/2018 Terminated)

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

RR
Alabama
(9/1/2023)
RR
Arizona
(9/1/2023)
RR
Arkansas
(9/1/2023)
RR
California
(9/1/2023)
RR
Florida
(9/1/2023)
RR
Idaho
(9/1/2023)
RR
Illinois
(1/3/2025)
RR
Indiana
(9/1/2023)
RR
Kansas
(9/1/2023)
RR
Kentucky
(5/27/2025)
IAR
Louisiana
(1/29/2023)
RR
Louisiana
(9/1/2023)
RR
Massachusetts
(9/1/2023)
RR
Minnesota
(9/1/2023)
RR
Mississippi
(9/1/2023)
RR
Missouri
(9/1/2023)
RR
Nevada
(1/3/2025)
RR
New Mexico
(1/3/2025)
RR
New York
(9/1/2023)
RR
North Carolina
(9/1/2023)
RR
Oklahoma
(9/1/2023)
RR
Oregon
(9/1/2023)
RR
Pennsylvania
(2/27/2025)
RR
Tennessee
(9/1/2023)
IAR
Texas
(8/18/2023)
RR
Texas
(9/1/2023)
RR
Utah
(9/1/2023)
RR
West Virginia
(1/3/2025)
RR
Wisconsin
(4/10/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 12/2/1998
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 9/25/2025
Municipal Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 11/29/1988
General Securities Principal Examination
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


PA
PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.)
PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.) | PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP LLC

CRD#: 109965 / SEC#: 801-113976

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/2/2018 Approved)
Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/15/2018 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
2020 Line Avenue, Shreveport, LA 71104-2125
Mailing Address
Phone number
(318) 221-7526
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
3

SEC notice filing (2 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP ADV PART 2A AND PART 2BS (2/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts232
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 131,513,717

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Company Information


PINNACLE ASSET MANAGEMENT GROUP, CORPORATION (INC.)

CRD#: 109965Shreveport, LA 71104-2125

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