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Michael D. Williams

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CRD#: 2800867
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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.

Michael Dudley Williams JR, CFP®, who also goes by Michael Dudley Williams Jr, Michael Dudley Williams, Ted Williams, was a registered financial professional .

Michael is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 1996. Michael had worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, Series 7TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 6 and Series 24 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Michael Dudley Williams Jr | Michael Dudley Williams | Ted Williams

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.
Estate Planning Council of Stanislaus County; Not investment related, Modesto, CA, Secretary, Start date: 07/2025, 4 hours per month, 4 hours during trading hours, attend board meetings and seminars.

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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®
CFP®

Experience


Past

July 12, 2024 - October 23, 2025

MARINER WEALTH

RIA
CRD#: 140195
Fresno, CA
Past

March 9, 2023 - March 8, 2024

RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES ADVISORS, INC

RIA
CRD#: 149018
Fresno, CA
Past

February 21, 2023 - March 8, 2024

RAYMOND JAMES FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 6694
FRESNO, CA
Past

August 11, 2014 - January 5, 2015

SAYBRUS EQUITY SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 153319
HARTFORD, CT
Past

January 16, 2013 - August 18, 2014

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 15708
CLOVIS, CA
Past

January 14, 2013 - August 18, 2014

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15708
BIRMINGHAM, AL
Past

March 9, 2011 - September 18, 2012

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

January 3, 2011 - March 7, 2011

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

January 3, 2011 - September 18, 2012

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

August 29, 2008 - January 3, 2011

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10582
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

August 29, 2008 - January 3, 2011

WELLS FARGO INVESTMENTS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10582
MILWAUKEE, WI
Past

September 27, 2006 - August 1, 2008

J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18718
ROCKFORD, IL
Past

July 1, 2006 - August 1, 2008

J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES INC.

BD
CRD#: 18718
ROCKFORD, IL
Past

March 12, 2004 - September 27, 2006

BANC ONE SECURITIES CORPORATION

RIA
CRD#: 16999
ROCKFORD, IL
Past

March 12, 2004 - July 1, 2006

BANC ONE SECURITIES CORPORATION

BD
CRD#: 16999
ROCKFORD, IL
Past

April 5, 2001 - March 22, 2004

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

RIA
CRD#: 5685
ROCKFORD, IL
Past

September 30, 1996 - March 22, 2004

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

BD
CRD#: 5685
NEWARK, NJ

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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MARINER WEALTH
ADVICEPERIOD | MARINER, LLC | MARINER WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC | MARINER WEALTH ADVISORS | MARINER WEALTH | MARINER ULTRA | MARINER INSTITUTIONAL CONSULTING, LLC | MARINER INSTITUTIONAL | MARINER | KUMMER FINANCIAL STRATEGIES

CRD#: 140195 / SEC#: 801-66632

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/24/2006 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/6/2023
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 2/21/2023
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 12/12/2001
General Securities Principal Examination

Current Firm


MW
MARINER WEALTH
ADVICEPERIOD | MARINER, LLC | MARINER WEALTH ADVISORS, LLC | MARINER WEALTH ADVISORS | MARINER WEALTH | MARINER ULTRA | MARINER INSTITUTIONAL CONSULTING, LLC | MARINER INSTITUTIONAL | MARINER | KUMMER FINANCIAL STRATEGIES

CRD#: 140195 / SEC#: 801-66632

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/24/2006 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
5700 W. 112th Street Suite 500, Overland Park, KS 66211
Mailing Address
Phone number
(913) 904-5700
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,503

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

MARINER ADV PART 2A (3/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts155,767
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 98,603,233,201

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
09/25/2025
Cover Page
11/19/2024
12/21/2023

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Company Information


MARINER WEALTH

CRD#: 140195

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