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Kevin D. Kott
HILLTOP SECURITIES
Monterey, CA 93940-6555
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CRD#: 1609595
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Professional summary
Kevin Darin Kott is a registered financial advisor currently at HILLTOP SECURITIES INC. located in Monterey, California.
Kevin is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1987. Kevin has worked at 2 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 52TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 53 and Series 24 exams.
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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
November 10, 2008 - Present
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
Office #1: 24560 Silver Cloud Ct. Suite 201, Monterey, CA 93940-6555RIA
BD
CRD#: 6220
Monterey, CA
Current
November 10, 2008 - Present
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
Office #1: 24560 Silver Cloud Ct. Suite 201, Monterey, CA 93940-6555RIA
BD
CRD#: 6220
Monterey, CA
Past
January 27, 2004 - December 22, 2008
M.L. STERN & CO., LLC.
RIA
CRD#: 8327
CARMEL, CA
Past
February 24, 1987 - December 22, 2008
M.L. STERN & CO., LLC.
BD
CRD#: 8327
CARMEL, CA
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".
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC. | SWS SECURITIES, INC. | SWS SECURITIES INC. | SOUTHWEST SECURITIES, INC.
CRD#: 6220 / SEC#: 801-55529, 8-45123
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/10/1998 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas district office)
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
Alaska(6/27/2012)
RR
Arizona(11/10/2008)
IAR
Arizona(11/19/2019)
RR
Arkansas(11/19/2024)
IAR
Arkansas(11/21/2024)
RR
California(11/10/2008)
IAR
California(11/10/2008)
RR
Colorado(11/10/2008)
IAR
Colorado(1/4/2011)
RR
Connecticut(12/1/2023)
IAR
Connecticut(12/1/2023)
RR
Delaware(9/13/2022)
RR
Florida(1/13/2021)
IAR
Florida(6/22/2023)
RR
Georgia(5/30/2019)
IAR
Georgia(11/25/2019)
RR
Hawaii(6/27/2012)
IAR
Hawaii(9/11/2014)
RR
Idaho(11/10/2008)
IAR
Idaho(6/23/2023)
RR
Illinois(12/1/2023)
IAR
Illinois(12/8/2023)
RR
Indiana(12/7/2023)
RR
Kansas(11/10/2008)
RR
Kentucky(11/16/2023)
IAR
Kentucky(11/17/2023)
RR
Maine(4/29/2013)
RR
Maryland(4/20/2021)
IAR
Maryland(3/18/2025)
RR
Massachusetts(10/17/2024)
RR
Minnesota(6/6/2023)
RR
Montana(6/27/2012)
IAR
Montana(9/12/2014)
RR
Nebraska(1/11/2018)
RR
Nevada(6/27/2012)
IAR
Nevada(10/13/2014)
RR
New Jersey(8/14/2025)
IAR
New Jersey(8/14/2025)
RR
New York(11/10/2008)
IAR
New York(2/23/2021)
IAR
North Carolina(9/12/2014)
RR
North Carolina(1/16/2018)
RR
Oregon(7/6/2009)
IAR
Oregon(12/22/2009)
RR
Pennsylvania(9/16/2009)
IAR
Pennsylvania(7/30/2012)
IAR
South Carolina(10/1/2014)
RR
South Carolina(4/25/2018)
RR
South Dakota(2/25/2020)
RR
Tennessee(12/1/2023)
RR
Texas(1/4/2011)
IAR
Texas(8/29/2017)
RR
Utah(1/4/2011)
RR
Vermont(1/11/2010)
IAR
Vermont(6/22/2023)
RR
Virginia(12/22/2008)
RR
Washington(11/10/2008)
IAR
Washington(2/9/2012)
RR
Wisconsin(11/10/2008)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 52TO
Date: 9/25/2025
Municipal Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
SRO Registrations
RR
Nasdaq Stock Market
SRO Registrations
RR
New York Stock Exchange
Current Firm
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC. | SWS SECURITIES, INC. | SWS SECURITIES INC. | SOUTHWEST SECURITIES, INC.
CRD#: 6220 / SEC#: 801-55529, 8-45123
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (6/10/1998 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Dallas district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
717 N. Harwood Street Suite 3400, Dallas, TX 75201
Mailing Address
717 Harwood Street Suite 3400, Dallas, TX 75201
Phone number
(214) 953-4000
Established
Delaware since 12/31/1991
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
91
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| HILLTOP SECURITIES HOLDINGS, LLC | PARENT | |
| ALEXANDER, LAURA BONNELL | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2900382 |
| BARTOLOTTA, MICHAEL GEORGE | BOARD DIRECTOR | 1620103 |
| COYA, SCOTT ANDREW | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 2511281 |
| EDGE, JOSEPH MICHAEL | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 4326551 |
| EDGE, JOSEPH MICHAEL | BOARD DIRECTOR | 4326551 |
| LEVENTHAL, LAURA | BOARD DIRECTOR | 1175259 |
| LEVENTHAL, LAURA | TREASURER/CHIEF ACCOUNTING OFFICER/PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER | 1175259 |
| MEDANICH, DAVID KING | BOARD DIRECTOR | 1030727 |
| MUSCHALEK, JOHN RICHARD | BOARD DIRECTOR | 2226859 |
| PINEDA, ROMEO LINSANGAN | PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2193669 |
| SOBEL, JONATHAN SCOTT | CHAIRMAN | 1540818 |
| WINGES, MARTIN BRADLEY | CEO/PRESIDENT/DIRECTOR | 1929509 |
| WITTNEBEN, BRIAN LANE | GENERAL COUNSEL/SECRETARY | 4861905 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 5,181 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 2,254,166,069 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 56 |
| Arbitration | 22 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2025 | ||
| 07/26/2024 | ||
| 07/20/2023 |
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Company Information
HILLTOP SECURITIES INC.
CRD#: 6220Monterey, CA 93940-6555TRUST BUT VERIFY
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