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Joseph E. Shea

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CRD#: 4091277
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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.

Joseph E Shea III, who also goes by Joseph E Shea, Joseph Edward Shea III, Joseph Edward Shea, was a registered financial professional .

Joseph is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2000. Joseph had worked at 14 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE, Series 31, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Joseph E Shea | Joseph Edward Shea Iii | Joseph Edward Shea

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

Blog Corner


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®
None

Experience


Past

November 4, 2024 - November 13, 2025

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 35371
Bridgewater, MA
Past

November 4, 2024 - November 13, 2025

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 35371
Bridgewater, MA
Past

February 7, 2023 - October 10, 2024

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 35371
Fall River, MA
Past

January 30, 2023 - October 10, 2024

OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 35371
Fall River, MA
Past

May 18, 2022 - February 17, 2023

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
Bridgewater, MA
Past

May 18, 2022 - February 17, 2023

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
Bridgewater, MA
Past

September 20, 2017 - May 18, 2022

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 13941
Bridgewater, MA
Past

September 15, 2017 - May 18, 2022

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13941
Bridgewater, MA
Past

October 4, 2016 - September 12, 2017

SANTANDER SECURITIES LLC

RIA
CRD#: 41791
NEW BEDFORD, MA
Past

September 30, 2016 - September 12, 2017

SANTANDER SECURITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 41791
NEW BEDFORD, MA
Past

December 16, 2013 - September 28, 2016

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 13941
Dorchester, MA
Past

December 13, 2013 - September 28, 2016

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13941
Dorchester, MA
Past

June 1, 2009 - December 10, 2013

MORGAN STANLEY

RIA
CRD#: 149777
NEWPORT, RI
Past

June 1, 2009 - December 10, 2013

MORGAN STANLEY

BD
CRD#: 149777
NEWPORT, RI
Past

August 7, 2008 - June 1, 2009

MORGAN STANLEY & CO. LLC

RIA
CRD#: 8209
PROVIDENCE, RI
Past

August 7, 2008 - June 1, 2009

MORGAN STANLEY & CO. LLC

BD
CRD#: 8209
PROVIDENCE, RI
Past

June 5, 2006 - August 1, 2008

CITIZENS SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 39550
BRIDGEWATER, MA
Past

November 1, 2005 - August 1, 2008

CITIZENS SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 39550
BRIDGEWATER, MA
Past

January 7, 2005 - October 11, 2005

1ST GLOBAL CAPITAL CORP.

BD
CRD#: 30349
DALLAS, TX
Past

August 4, 2004 - November 19, 2004

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10299
WESTBOROUGH, MA
Past

July 22, 2004 - November 19, 2004

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

BD
CRD#: 10299
GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO
Past

June 17, 2002 - October 22, 2002

FDX ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 104601
SACRAMENTO, CA
Past

June 10, 2002 - December 31, 2003

LONDON PACIFIC SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 25089
SACRAMENTO, CA
Past

March 28, 2001 - December 31, 2001

THE VARIABLE ANNUITY MARKETING COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 5081
HOUSTON, TX
Past

March 28, 2001 - February 6, 2002

VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 42803
HOUSTON, TX
Past

February 11, 2000 - February 13, 2001

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 8174
WEEHAWKEN, 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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OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.
CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION SECURITIES, INC. | OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC. | INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC.

CRD#: 35371 / SEC#: 801-67242, 8-46661

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/2/2006 Approved)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Maine
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/7/2006 Terminated)
Massachusetts
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/23/2007 Terminated)
New Hampshire
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Boston district office)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.

Visual representation of state registrations

This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/3/2000
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 31
Date: 9/5/2008
Futures Managed Funds Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
RR
Series 24
Date: 11/22/2005
General Securities Principal Examination

Current Firm


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OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.
CONNECTICUT ASSOCIATION SECURITIES, INC. | OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC. | INFINEX INVESTMENTS, INC.

CRD#: 35371 / SEC#: 801-67242, 8-46661

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/2/2006 Approved)
Connecticut
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Indiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Maine
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (12/7/2006 Terminated)
Massachusetts
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/23/2007 Terminated)
New Hampshire
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Ohio
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Pennsylvania
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
Rhode Island
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/22/2006 Terminated)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Boston district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
538 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450-4858
Mailing Address
538 Preston Avenue, Meriden, CT 06450-4858
Phone number
(203) 599-6000
Established
Connecticut since 04/07/1993
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
630

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

ADV 2A (2/5/2026)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
OSAIC INSTITUTIONS HOLDINGS, INC.HOLDING COMPANY
AMARANTE, STEPHEN PAULPRESIDENT, CEO AND DIRECTOR3165067
CORNICK, GREGORY ALLENDIRECTOR3132991
HAMMOND, DORI JAMILLECHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER3259012
MITCHELL, CHRISTOPHER MILLSCORPORATE TREASURER, FINANCIAL AND OPERATIONS PRINCIPAL2420144
PRICE, JAMES DALECHAIRMAN1243224
SCHLUETER, MATTHEW ADAMDIRECTOR AND EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT OPERATIONS AND TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS2627931

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts8,779
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 4,024,448,971

Disclosures


Regulatory Event9

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Company Information


OSAIC INSTITUTIONS, INC.

CRD#: 35371

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