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Anita Knotts

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CRD#: 2255040
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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.

Anita Knotts, who also goes by Anita Baddi, Anita Knotts, was a registered financial professional .

Anita is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1992. Anita had worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Anita Baddi | Anita Knotts

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.
Ellevate Network - Chicago, IL. Professional Networking Organization for Women and this is not investment related. As a Chapter Leader/Board member I will be working to expand mememberships in the Naperville area. I have been associated with this since 09/01/19. I anticipate spending 5 hours per month and 0-3 hours spent per month during business hours. Consulting services

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


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

Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Past

November 10, 2022 - March 6, 2025

ZENDAMENTALS

RIA
CRD#: 148411
Naperville, IL
Past

October 26, 2007 - January 13, 2021

CALAMOS WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC

RIA
CRD#: 143490
NAPERVILLE, IL
Past

August 26, 2002 - October 17, 2007

CALAMOS ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 105758
NAPERVILLE, IL
Past

August 23, 2002 - January 13, 2021

CALAMOS FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 19850
NAPERVILLE, IL
Past

July 20, 2001 - May 30, 2002

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10582
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

May 2, 2001 - May 30, 2002

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10582
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

November 18, 1999 - May 2, 2001

WELLS FARGO SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 17438
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

July 14, 1994 - October 4, 1999

PERSHING LLC

BD
CRD#: 7560
JERSEY CITY, NJ
Past

May 7, 1993 - July 8, 1994

KEYBANC CAPITAL MARKETS INC.

BD
CRD#: 566
CLEVELAND, OH
Past

August 13, 1992 - March 15, 1993

H.J. MEYERS & CO., INC.

BD
CRD#: 15609
ROCHESTER, NY

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: 12/23/1999
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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ZENDAMENTALS
EDDIE PATEL, INC | ZENDAMENTALS

CRD#: 148411 / SEC#: 801-134594

California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (7/14/2021 Approved)
Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/1/2008 Approved)
Virginia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/25/2021 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
2257 W Irving Park Rd Ste 1, Chicago, IL 60618
Mailing Address
Phone number
(773) 248-1000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1

Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADV2A&2B SEC (9/19/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts945
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 129,644,565

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Company Information


ZENDAMENTALS

CRD#: 148411

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