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Vernos K. Williams
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES
Alexandria, KY 41001
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CRD#: 4874225
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Professional summary
Vernos Kenneth Williams, who also goes by Vern K Williams, is a registered financial advisor currently at FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC. located in Alexandria, Kentucky.
Vernos is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2006. Vernos has worked at 5 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Vern K Williams
Other business activities
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
April 10, 2026 - Present
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 6801 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001Office #2: 131 N. Ft. Thomas Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY 41075RIA
BD
CRD#: 628
Alexandria, KY
Current
April 6, 2026 - Present
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 6801 Alexandria Pike, Alexandria, KY 41001Office #2: 131 N. Ft. Thomas Avenue, Fort Thomas, KY 41075RIA
BD
CRD#: 628
Alexandria, KY
Past
December 12, 2021 - April 9, 2026
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6363
Cincinnati, OH
Past
December 8, 2021 - April 9, 2026
AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 6363
Cincinnati, OH
Past
July 28, 2011 - December 10, 2021
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 17868
CINCINNATI, OH
Past
July 27, 2011 - December 10, 2021
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17868
CINCINNATI, OH
Past
December 2, 2008 - August 5, 2011
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 628
CINCINNATI, OH
Past
November 26, 2008 - August 5, 2011
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 628
CINCINNATI, OH
Past
November 20, 2008 - November 21, 2008
THE HUNTINGTON INVESTMENT COMPANY
RIA
CRD#: 16986
WEST CHESTER, OH
Past
August 27, 2007 - November 21, 2008
THE HUNTINGTON INVESTMENT COMPANY
BD
CRD#: 16986
WEST CHESTER, OH
Past
January 23, 2006 - August 15, 2007
NATCITY INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17490
WEST CHESTER, OH
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES | THE OHIO COMPANY | FIFTH THIRD/THE OHIO COMPANY | FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
CRD#: 628 / SEC#: 801-63623, 8-2428
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/17/2004 Approved)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
Indiana(4/6/2026)
RR
Kentucky(4/6/2026)
IAR
Kentucky(4/10/2026)
RR
Ohio(4/6/2026)
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
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES | THE OHIO COMPANY | FIFTH THIRD/THE OHIO COMPANY | FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.
CRD#: 628 / SEC#: 801-63623, 8-2428
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/17/2004 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Chicago district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
34 Fountain Square Plaza Md 1090am, Cincinnati, OH 45263
Mailing Address
38 Fountain Square Plaza Md 1090am, Cincinnati, OH 45263
Phone number
(888) 889-1025
Established
Ohio since 05/01/1925
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,349
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (52 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| FIFTH THIRD BANK, NATIONAL ASSOCIATION | OWNER | |
| CORSARIE, ROBERT ALBERT | DIRECTOR, HEAD OF RETAIL BROKERAGE | 2213136 |
| JACOBS, JARRETT ANDREW | DIRECTOR, BD CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER/RIA CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 3190249 |
| JOHNSON MOBLEY, SHANNON | DIRECTOR, REGIONAL INVESTMENT MANAGER | 2583704 |
| KELLY, GINGER MICHELLE | DIRECTOR, CHIEF ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER - RETAIL | 2357692 |
| LUDWICK, JAMES PAUL | DIRECTOR, EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF INSTITUTIONAL BUSINESS | 4286771 |
| LYONS, TIMOTHY | DIRECTOR, MANAGING DIRECTOR-TRADING | 2544688 |
| MARCUS, ROBERT FRANKLIN | DIRECTOR, HEAD OF CAPITAL MARKETS | 2512810 |
| OVERMANN, JUSTIN MICHAEL | DIRECTOR, PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 4419793 |
| STRATMOEN, CHRISTOPHER SCOTT | DIRECTOR, PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER | 5873893 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 43,067 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 9,127,646,064 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 38 |
| Arbitration | 19 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 10/20/2025 | ||
| 08/26/2024 | ||
| 10/20/2023 |
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