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Michael G. Nickel
ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES
Madison, WI 53717
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CRD#: 4708341
MN
Professional summary
Michael George Nickel is a registered financial advisor currently at ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. located in Madison, Wisconsin.
Michael is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2003. Michael has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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Copper Mule Designs, 6016 Easy St., Waunakee, WI 53597; Not investment-related; Co-Owner/Designer; Business is primarily run by spouse who is responsible for all marketing, sales, online content, day-to-day operations, vendor relationships; started 12/20/2018; 32 hours per month, none during trading hours; Design and construction of custom woodworking & furniture.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
August 1, 2007 - Present
ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
Office #1: 7722 Mineral Point Rd., Madison, WI 53717Office #2: 750 Viking Drive, Reedsburg, WI 53959RIA
BD
CRD#: 1464
Madison, WI
Current
September 27, 2006 - Present
ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
Office #1: 7722 Mineral Point Rd., Madison, WI 53717Office #2: 750 Viking Drive, Reedsburg, WI 53959RIA
BD
CRD#: 1464
Madison, WI
Past
October 4, 2004 - December 31, 2004
SENTRY EQUITY SERVICES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 5069
STEVENS POINT, WI
Past
October 29, 2003 - July 23, 2004
COUNTRY CAPITAL MANAGEMENT COMPANY
BD
CRD#: 12060
BLOOMINGTON, IL
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
ASSOCIATED | ASSOCIATED WEALTH MANAGEMENT | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES GROUP, INC. | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES GROUP | ASSOCIATED BANK PRIVATE WEALTH
CRD#: 1464 / SEC#: 801-71639, 8-99
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/1/2010 Approved)Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/1/2010 Terminated)Minnesota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/21/2010 Terminated)Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/20/2010 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago 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
Alabama(9/12/2022)
RR
California(10/30/2017)
RR
Colorado(6/12/2014)
RR
Florida(7/29/2013)
IAR
Florida(11/17/2020)
RR
Georgia(7/30/2014)
RR
Illinois(10/19/2007)
IAR
Illinois(6/20/2011)
IAR
Louisiana(7/23/2012)
RR
Minnesota(11/14/2017)
IAR
Minnesota(9/21/2021)
RR
Missouri(1/21/2022)
RR
Nevada(5/21/2009)
IAR
Nevada(3/2/2023)
RR
Oregon(6/27/2018)
RR
Texas(5/19/2016)
RR
Virginia(6/9/2014)
RR
Wisconsin(9/27/2006)
IAR
Wisconsin(8/1/2007)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
ASSOCIATED | ASSOCIATED WEALTH MANAGEMENT | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES GROUP, INC. | ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES GROUP | ASSOCIATED BANK PRIVATE WEALTH
CRD#: 1464 / SEC#: 801-71639, 8-99
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/1/2010 Approved)Illinois
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/1/2010 Terminated)Minnesota
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/21/2010 Terminated)Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (7/20/2010 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
433 Main Street, Green Bay, WI 54301-5114
Mailing Address
P.o. Box 640, Green Bay, WI 54305-0640
Phone number
(800) 595-7722
Established
Wisconsin since 03/23/1923
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Small
# of Employees
62
SEC notice filing (19 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (50 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| ASSOCIATED TRUST COMPANY, N.A. | SOLE SHAREHOLDER | |
| ARNOLD, ANDREW JAMES | DIRECTOR, TREASURER | 7744204 |
| BIESE, JUSTIN MICHAEL | PRINCIPAL, FINANCIAL REPORTING | 8134423 |
| CRAVILLION, BETH ANN | DIRECTOR OF SUPPORT SERVICES | 4770231 |
| DELOYE, DENNIS MICHAEL | DIRECTOR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 7555524 |
| HLADIO, JAYNE CLARA | DIRECTOR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 2497546 |
| HOCHHOLZER, MICHAEL ROBERT | DIRECTOR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 2878493 |
| KUIPERS, MICHAEL DAVID | DIRECTOR, PRESIDENT & CEO | 2436388 |
| PECORA, ANTHONY PHILIP | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 2975013 |
| SORENSON, HEATH WILLIAM | CHAIRMAN, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 4528655 |
| ZANDPOUR, STEVEN SIA | DIRECTOR, BOARD OF DIRECTORS | 7174720 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 5,050 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,000,633,569 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 2 |
| Arbitration | 2 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 08/15/2025 | ||
| 09/26/2024 | ||
| 08/21/2023 | ||
| 10/19/2022 |
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Company Information
ASSOCIATED INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.
CRD#: 1464Madison, WI 53717TRUST BUT VERIFY
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