Ross B. Feldman
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES
Saint Cloud, FL
CRD#: 3253228
Ross B FeldmanPARK AVENUE SECURITIES
Why Work With Ross
Professional summary
Most people don't come to us because they're behind. They come to us because they're overwhelmed. They've worked hard, built successful careers, raised families, saved consistently—yet many still find themselves asking a simple question: "Is my financial life really working the way it should for me?" The noise of today's financial world has become too loud: market swings, tax law changes, online opinions, screaming headlines ... it seems like advice is coming from every direction. But when everything feels urgent, it becomes difficult to know what truly matters, which advice actually applies to you, and where the opportunities may be hiding. We call this the Possibility Gap—the space between where you are today and where you want to be, or could be. Often, that gap isn't created by a lack of resources or opportunity. It's created by complexity, uncertainty, and information overload. In other words, overwhelm. To help clients navigate that gap, we developed the Wholistic Possibilities Matrix. More than a financial process, it is a way of seeing the bigger picture. By bringing investments, protection strategies, assets, income planning, tax considerations, and legacy goals into a cohesive framework, we help clients gain financial clarity and understand how each decision influences the others. Guided by our Protection First philosophy, we seek to identify risks before they become problems, uncover opportunities that might otherwise be overlooked, and help ensure that every part of a client's financial life is working together in support of their goals and values. We believe financial decisions should not be made in isolation. One decision often impacts many others. By helping clients see those connections clearly, we bring structure to complexity and create greater confidence around the choices that matter most. We believe in moving beyond conventional wisdom, to think "outside of the box." We are not afraid to challenge traditional approaches to financial services.
At a Glance
Paid By: Fixed / Negotiated Fee
Paid By: Commission
Paid By: AUM %
Paid By: Retainer
Min. Asset: $500K–$1M
Serves: Business Owners & Entrepreneurs
Serves: Corporate Executives
Serves: High Earners Not Rich Yet (HENRY)
Serves: High Net Worth Individuals & Families
Serves: Pre-Retirees
Serves: Retirees
Serves: Special Needs Families
Services Offered
Alternative Investments
Estate & Legacy Planning
Financial Planning
Health Care & Long-Term Care Planning
Investment Management
Risk Management & Insurance
Retirement Planning
Tax Planning
Specializations
Client Tip
At Wholistic Wealth, we serve as your guide—helping you navigate the Possibility Gap with clarity & confidence. Our goal is not to add more complexity, but to provide clarity, perspective, & guidance.
Personal quote
I believe the biggest obstacle to financial confidence is rarely a lack of resources. It’s a lack of financial clarity. When you can clearly see where you are, where you're going, and what's possible, you can act with confidence, and move forward with greater certainty.
Aliases
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Other business activities
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1. LegalShield (formerly PRE-PAID LEGAL SERVICES, INC)-Associate of/Referee for LegalShield and IDShield , Start: 02/27/2008, Address: 5745 SW 75th STreet, #325 Gainesville FL 32608, 1 bus hr per month, Not investment related, 2. Singer Songwriter Musician-occasionally perform and record my music for the general public. I may or may not be compensated for this,. Start: 05/01/2012, Address: 5745 SW 75th STreet, #325 Gainesville FL 32608, 5 non bus hrs per month, Not investment related, 3. Wholistic Wealth, LLC - Business entity-currently engaged in the sale of both Guardian and Non Guardian insurance products,. Start: 04/25/2006, Address: 4235 SW 91st Drive Gainesville, FL 32608, 120 bus hrs per month, Investment related, >10% annual compensation, 4) Power of Attorney for Brother and Sister-in-Law, Start date: 06/02/2021, Address: 4235 SW 91st Drive Gainesville, FL 32608, 0 total hours per month, Not investment related, No annual compensation, 5) Power of Attorney for wife, Start date: 06/02/2021, Address: 4235 SW 91st Drive Gainesville, FL 32608, 0 total hours per month, Not investment related, No annual compensation, 6) resilientAF-receive small levels of passive income from as an independent contractor, Start date: 009/01/2021, Address: 4235 SW 91st Drive Gainesville, FL 32608, 0 total hours per month, Not investment related, Less than 10% annual compensation,
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Certified licenses
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CFP®
Start date: 2005
Experience
Current
January 2, 2002 - Present
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
Saint Cloud, FL
Current
June 6, 2000 - Present
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
Office #1: 14021 Metropolis Ave., Fort Myers, FL 33912RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
FORT MYERS, FL
Past
July 28, 1999 - May 31, 2000
WALNUT STREET SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 15840
EL SEGUNDO, CA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC | PARK AVENUE WEALTH MANAGEMENT
CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
State Registrations and Notice Filings
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IAR
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RR
Connecticut(1/9/2026)
IAR
Connecticut(1/9/2026)
RR
Florida(1/21/2005)
IAR
Florida(1/12/2026)
RR
New Jersey(6/6/2000)
IAR
New Jersey(1/27/2003)
RR
New York(6/6/2000)
IAR
New York(4/16/2021)
RR
North Carolina(7/13/2001)
RR
Pennsylvania(1/29/2015)
IAR
Pennsylvania(1/29/2015)
Exams
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State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
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FINRA
Current Firm
PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC | PARK AVENUE WEALTH MANAGEMENT
CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Mailing Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Phone number
+1 (888) 600-4667
Established
Delaware since 08/20/1998
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
2,073
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Documents
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| THE GUARDIAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | OWNER | |
| BOGGS, ALLEN WARREN | HEAD OF PRODUCT & SUPERVISION | 4751363 |
| CASWELL, MARIANNE GRACE | PRESIDENT AND ELECTED MEMBER | 6424651 |
| DAVARASHVILI, KATE | FINOP/PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER. | 5642325 |
| DESROCHERS, CARL | ELECTED MEMBER | 7807194 |
| GALLO, JOSEPH MICHAEL | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 3108044 |
| HERGAN, JOSHUA NEIL | GENERAL COUNSEL | 4572643 |
| MAHER, CARLY PRITCHARD | ELECTED MEMBER & HEAD OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS | 4003223 |
| RYNIKER, MICHAEL JOHN | PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2474604 |
| VECCHI, MEG R | ELECTED MEMBER | 4769594 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 82,118 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 19,575,765,851 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 20 |
| Arbitration | 3 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | ||
| 01/22/2025 | ||
| 11/15/2023 |
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