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Leslie A. Oakerson

WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES
Richmond, VA 23230
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CRD#: 4983158
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Professional summary

Leslie A Oakerson, who also goes by Leslie Ann Oakerson, is a registered financial professional currently at WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES, LLC located in Richmond, Virginia.

Leslie is registered as a RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2006. Leslie has worked at 9 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

Question & Answer

Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases

Leslie Ann Oakerson

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.

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses

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None

Experience

Current

January 9, 2026 - Present

WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES, LLC

Office #1: 3015 W Moore Street Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23230
BD
CRD#: 152550
Richmond, VA
Past

November 19, 2025 - January 8, 2026

RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 31194
RED BANK, NJ
Past

September 10, 2024 - January 8, 2026

RBC CAPITAL MARKETS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 31194
RED BANK, NJ
Past

November 30, 2023 - July 29, 2024

ICAPITAL MARKETS LLC

BD
CRD#: 118219
NEW YORK, NY
Past

October 28, 2020 - November 30, 2023

ICAPITAL SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 171061
NEW YORK, NY
Past

February 21, 2017 - June 24, 2019

BLUE OWL SECURITIES

BD
CRD#: 283250
NEW YORK, NY
Past

July 15, 2015 - February 22, 2017

BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 108928
PRINCETON, NJ
Past

July 10, 2015 - February 22, 2017

BLACKROCK INVESTMENTS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 38642
PRINCETON, NJ
Past

May 28, 2014 - July 9, 2015

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 8174
RED BANK, NJ
Past

May 28, 2014 - July 9, 2015

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 8174
RED BANK, NJ
Past

July 6, 2011 - May 20, 2014

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
NEW YORK, NY
Past

July 6, 2011 - May 20, 2014

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
NEW YORK, NY
Past

January 3, 2007 - June 15, 2011

BLACKROCK INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 108928
PLAINSBORO, NJ
Past

November 8, 2006 - June 15, 2011

BLACKROCK INVESTMENTS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 38642
PLAINSBORO, NJ

State Registrations and Notice Filings

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

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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.

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Alabama
(1/9/2026)
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Alaska
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Maine
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Rhode Island
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Virginia
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Washington
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West Virginia
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Wisconsin
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Wyoming
(1/9/2026)

Exams

State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 12/13/2006
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
SIE
Date: 10/1/2018
Securities Industry Essentials Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7
Date: 11/7/2006
General Securities Representative Examination
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm

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WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES, LLC
WEALTHFORGE | WEALTHFORGE, LLC | WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES, LLC

CRD#: 152550 / SEC#: , 8-68464

BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Philadelphia district office)
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Contact information

Main Address
3015 W Moore St Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23230
Mailing Address
3015 W Moore St Suite 102, Richmond, VA 23230
Phone number
(804) 308-0431
Established
Virginia since 07/28/2009
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Small
# of Employees

FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)

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Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)

Direct owners and executive officers

NamePositionCRD#
WEALTHFORGE HOLDINGS, INC.PARENT
ARLES, DONNA DIPIETROCFO, PFO, POO6489389
RAPER, JAMES LEROY JRCCO, COO5721253
ROBBINS, GEORGE WILLIAM IVCEO2440106

Disclosures

Regulatory Event3
Arbitration1

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Company Information

WEALTHFORGE SECURITIES, LLC

CRD#: 152550Richmond, VA 23230

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