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Robert W. Ward

FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP
Apple Valley, MN
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CRD#: 4324025
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Professional summary


Robert William Ward, ChFC®, who also goes by Bob Ward, is a registered financial advisor currently at FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC. located in Apple Valley, Minnesota.

Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2001. Robert has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Bob Ward

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.
Robert William Ward, has a financial industry affiliated business as a licensed insurance agent. Approximately 10% of Mr. Ward's time is spent in this practice. From time to time, he will offer clients advice or products from this activity. Oaks Financial Services; 7800 133rd Street W, Apple Valley, MN 55124; CEO; Consulting with other Advisors regarding Retirement Income Strategies for a fee; Investment Related; Started 08/2015; Approximately 70% of time spent.

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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®
ChFC®

Experience


Current

February 13, 2017 - Present

FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 123364
Apple Valley, MN
Past

November 20, 2013 - May 19, 2015

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18387
EAGAN, MN
Past

February 15, 2008 - February 15, 2012

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18387
EAGAN, MN
Past

January 18, 2005 - December 31, 2007

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

RIA
CRD#: 18387
EAGAN, MN
Past

July 1, 2002 - May 19, 2015

THRIVENT INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC.

BD
CRD#: 18387
EAGAN, MN
Past

March 7, 2001 - July 1, 2002

LUTHERAN BROTHERHOOD SECURITIES CORP.

BD
CRD#: 4205
MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
Minnesota
(2/13/2017)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/8/2001
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


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FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.
FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

CRD#: 123364 / SEC#:

Arizona
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/14/2003 Approved)
Minnesota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (4/8/2016 Approved)
North Dakota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/15/2022 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/6/2020 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
16921 E Palisades Blvd Suite 105, Fountain Hills, AZ 85268
Mailing Address
P.o. Box 17656, Fountain Hills, AZ 85269
Phone number
(480) 837-5971
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
5

Documents


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Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts374
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 36,600,000

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Company Information


FOUNTAIN FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

CRD#: 123364Apple Valley, MN

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