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Andrew R. Gay
SYNOVUS SECURITIES
Lagrange, GA 30240
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CRD#: 2453658
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Professional summary
Andrew Robert Gay JR, who also goes by Andrew R Gay, Drew Gay, is a registered financial advisor currently at SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. located in Lagrange, Georgia.
Andrew is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1994. Andrew has worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Andrew R Gay | Drew Gay
Other business activities
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MEN'S GOLF ASSOCIATION - HIGHLAND CC | 1001 COUNTRY CLUB DR. LAGRANGE, GA 30240 | START DATE: 02/15/2024 | HELPING FUND GOLF PROJECTS | PRESIDENT | 1-2 HRS/MO | 0 HRS/MO DURING TRADING | NOT INVESTMENT RELATED | NO COMPENSATION | WORK WITH THE GOLF STAFF/SUPERINTENDENT AT HIGHLAND COUNTRY CLUB TO DIRECT FUNDS TO PROJECTS THAT THE MGA FEELS IS BENEFICIAL TO THE GOLF COURSE AND ITS MEMBERS.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
July 6, 2016 - Present
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 200 North Greenwood, Lagrange, GA 30240RIA
BD
CRD#: 14023
Lagrange, GA
Current
June 20, 2016 - Present
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 200 North Greenwood, Lagrange, GA 30240RIA
BD
CRD#: 14023
Lagrange, GA
Past
December 20, 2011 - June 17, 2016
TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 17499
ATLANTA, GA
Past
December 12, 2011 - June 17, 2016
TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17499
ATLANTA, GA
Past
June 23, 2005 - December 14, 2011
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
RIA
CRD#: 12984
WEST POINT, GA
Past
June 23, 2005 - December 14, 2011
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 12984
WEST POINT, GA
Past
March 15, 2005 - June 24, 2005
BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 33856
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past
March 15, 2005 - June 24, 2005
BB&T INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 33856
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past
April 11, 2003 - March 11, 2005
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
RIA
CRD#: 12984
WEST POINT, GA
Past
April 7, 2003 - March 11, 2005
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 12984
APPLETON, WI
Past
June 11, 2002 - April 11, 2003
BBVA COMPASS INVESTMENT SOLUTIONS, INC
RIA
CRD#: 17086
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past
January 22, 2002 - April 11, 2003
BBVA COMPASS INVESTMENT SOLUTIONS, INC
BD
CRD#: 17086
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past
February 9, 2001 - December 18, 2001
AMSOUTH INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 15692
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past
November 30, 1995 - January 18, 2001
INVEST FINANCIAL CORPORATION
BD
CRD#: 12984
APPLETON, WI
Past
May 26, 1994 - May 26, 1995
EDWARD JONES
BD
CRD#: 250
ST. LOUIS, MO
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".
SS
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES INC. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | SYNOVUS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | CREATIVE FINANCIAL GROUP, A DIVISION OF SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 14023 / SEC#: 801-19690, 8-34709
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/1/1983 Approved)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.
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(7/6/2016)
IAR
Alabama(7/6/2016)
RR
California(6/7/2024)
IAR
California(6/7/2024)
RR
Florida(8/25/2020)
IAR
Florida(8/26/2020)
RR
Georgia(6/20/2016)
IAR
Georgia(7/6/2016)
RR
Idaho(8/8/2025)
IAR
Idaho(8/8/2025)
RR
Nevada(4/3/2025)
IAR
Nevada(4/3/2025)
RR
North Carolina(2/19/2021)
IAR
North Carolina(2/22/2021)
RR
South Carolina(10/24/2022)
IAR
South Carolina(10/25/2022)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
SS
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES INC. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | SYNOVUS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | CREATIVE FINANCIAL GROUP, A DIVISION OF SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 14023 / SEC#: 801-19690, 8-34709
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/1/1983 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
33 W 14th Street 3rd Floor, Columbus, GA 31901
Mailing Address
P.o. Box 2628, Columbus, GA 31902-2628
Phone number
(706) 649-2327
Established
Georgia since 06/27/1985
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Medium
# of Employees
287
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| SYNOVUS FINANCIAL CORP. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC PARENT | |
| BROOKS, WILLIAM THOMAS | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 5028846 |
| ELEAM, JENNA KELLEY | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / FINOP | 7801582 |
| GUNDERSON, GENE FREDERICK | DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE, TRUST & BROKERAGE | 2914172 |
| HILL, JAYNE BARRY | DIRECTOR/PRESIDENT OF WEALTH SERVICES | 7660902 |
| KIRK, LEAH JEANETTE | CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2217286 |
| LAW, ROBERT WARD | PRESIDENT - CFG DIVISION | 1399885 |
| MCKENZIE, MICHELLE JESSUP | ROP | 2475731 |
| SEXTON, GUY LEONARD | EVP/DIRECTOR | 1204541 |
| VARNER, ROBERT PARKER | PRESIDENT | 2192715 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 11,990 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 7,086,116,735 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 10 |
| Arbitration | 2 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 11/22/2024 | ||
| 10/27/2023 |
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Company Information
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
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