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William G. Nelkin

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES
Rochester, NY 14620
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CRD#: 3204612
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Professional summary


William Gerald Nelkin, CFP®, ChFC®, who also goes by William G Nelkin, is a registered financial advisor currently at TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC located in Rochester, New York.

William is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1999. William has worked at 7 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


William G Nelkin

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) JEWISH FAMILY SERVICE OF ROCHESTER POSITION: Committee member NATURE: Jewish Family Service of Rochester (JFS) strengthens all individuals, families and communities by providing comprehensive social services that are built upon the time honored Jewish traditions of dignity, kindness, and tikkun olam, improving the world. Our programs: Help build families through adoption; Offer mental health counseling to individuals, couples, & families; Provide care management to elders at home; Offer educational programs that enhance quality of life; Provide food, clothing & emergency assistance to those in our community who have nowhere else to turn. It is through JFS that our community draws on its best traditions and cares for each other in times of need. INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 2 START DATE: 04/01/2008 ADDRESS: 441 East Avenue, Rochester NY 14607, United States DESCRIPTION: Currently serving on the Finance Committee. Have been affiliated with the organization for over 8 years (was past Board President, Board Member, Treasurer). The responsibilities are as follows: The finance/audit committee is responsible for monitoring and ensuring the financial solvency of the agency. The committee monitors the agency's monthly financial statements, debt/cash flow issues, the annual audit and the performance of the agency's investment portfolio to ensure financial solvency of the Corporation.. The committee shall also recommend policy to the board relating to the recruitment, compensation, benefits and employment of employees and agents of the corporation other than the executive director, and all employment-related policies and procedures. As necessary, special task forces and subcommittees will be established to research and report on non-recurring, but labor-intensive issues. (2) NOTARY PUBLIC IN THE STATE OF NEW YORK POSITION: Notary Public NATURE: Notary Public qualified in the State of New York INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 06/16/2009 ADDRESS: Home Address, Victor NY 14564, United States DESCRIPTION: Occasional notarizing of non-TIAA documents for friends or family members

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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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: 2002

Experience


Current

October 21, 2016 - Present

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 35 Celebration Drive, Rochester, NY 14620
RIA
BD
CRD#: 20472
Rochester, NY
Current

October 20, 2016 - Present

TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 35 Celebration Drive, Rochester, NY 14620
RIA
BD
CRD#: 20472
Rochester, NY
Past

September 21, 2016 - October 17, 2016

KEY INVESTMENT SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 136300
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

June 14, 2010 - September 21, 2016

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
FAIRPORT, NY
Past

April 18, 2007 - June 21, 2010

UVEST FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 13787
BRIGHTON, NY
Past

April 18, 2007 - June 21, 2010

UVEST FINANCIAL SERVICES GROUP, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13787
BRIGHTON, NY
Past

April 22, 2005 - March 26, 2007

A. G. EDWARDS & SONS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 4
PITTSFORD, NY
Past

April 4, 2005 - March 26, 2007

A. G. EDWARDS & SONS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 4
PITTSFORD, NY
Past

July 16, 2003 - April 5, 2005

EQUITABLE ADVISORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 6627
NEW YORK, NY
Past

July 28, 1999 - July 2, 2003

CITICORP INVESTMENT SERVICES

BD
CRD#: 23988
LONG ISLAND CITY, NY

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".
TI
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
ADVICE & PLANNING SERVICES | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, INC. | TIAA-CREF BROKERAGE SERVICES | TIAA-CREF ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES | COLLEGE RETIREMENT EQUITIES FUND | ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES

CRD#: 20472 / SEC#: 801-63550, 8-44454

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/24/2004 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York 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
Arizona
(10/20/2016)
RR
California
(11/17/2023)
RR
Colorado
(8/26/2024)
RR
Florida
(10/20/2016)
RR
Georgia
(8/26/2019)
RR
Maine
(8/24/2023)
RR
Maryland
(8/23/2023)
RR
Massachusetts
(5/13/2024)
RR
Missouri
(2/2/2024)
RR
New Jersey
(10/20/2016)
RR
New York
(10/20/2016)
IAR
New York
(5/25/2021)
RR
North Carolina
(10/3/2019)
RR
Ohio
(3/16/2022)
RR
Pennsylvania
(10/20/2016)
RR
South Carolina
(10/8/2019)
RR
Tennessee
(4/22/2022)
RR
Virginia
(8/14/2023)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/24/2015
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


TI
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
ADVICE & PLANNING SERVICES | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC | TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, INC. | TIAA-CREF BROKERAGE SERVICES | TIAA-CREF ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES | COLLEGE RETIREMENT EQUITIES FUND | ADVICE AND PLANNING SERVICES

CRD#: 20472 / SEC#: 801-63550, 8-44454

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/24/2004 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
730 Third Avenue, New York, NY 10017-3206
Mailing Address
8500 Andrew Carnegie Boulevard Mail Stop Ssc/c2/08, Charlotte, NC 28262-8500
Phone number
(704) 988-3565
Established
Delaware since 01/01/2004
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,319

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADVICE & PLANNING SERVICES PORTFOLIO ADVISOR WRAP FEE PROGRAM - OCTOBER 20, 2025 (10/16/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
TEACHERS INSURANCE AND ANNUITY ASSOCIATION OF AMERICASOLE OWNER OF APPLICANT
ABBOTT, ROSS HAMLETPRESIDENT, CEO (INTERIM), CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER, ELECTED MANAGER2756063
BARNHILL, HELEN GWYNCHIEF LEGAL OFFICER2574877
BELLUCCI, RAYMOND JOHNELECTED MANAGER1807977
HEASLIP, DEREK JAMESELECTED MANAGER6318596
INTIHAR, JEREMY ROSSCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER - REGISTERED INVESTMENT ADVISER5040823
LEWIS, BENJAMIN HERBERTELECTED MANAGER1687894
MANGANO, JENNIFER LYNNCHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER7659359
MUKHERJEE, NILADRIELECTED MANAGER5227234
SARAVANAN, SHANKARVICE PRESIDENT, ELECTED MANAGER7789140
STICKROD, CHRISTOPHER EUGENEELECTED MANAGER4627958
WEINSTEIN, SCOTT WILLIAMCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER - BROKER DEALER4324014

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts72,807
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 34,343,329,152

Disclosures


Regulatory Event8
Arbitration4

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
01/23/2025
Cover Page
12/13/2023
03/21/2023

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Company Information


TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 20472Rochester, NY 14620

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