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Chelly Joseph

FOLIAGE FINANCIAL
BONITA SPRINGS, FL
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CRD#: 5062458
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Professional summary


Chelly Joseph, who also goes by Chelly J Bielecki, Chelly Joseph Bielecki, Chelly I Joseph, Chelly Isabella Joseph, Chelly Joseph, Chelly Isabela Joseph, Chelly Joseph-bielecki, is a registered financial advisor currently at FOLIAGE FINANCIAL located in Bonita Springs, Florida.

Chelly is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2007. Chelly has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE, Series 7 and Series 26 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Chelly J Bielecki | Chelly Joseph Bielecki | Chelly I Joseph | Chelly Isabella Joseph | Chelly Joseph | Chelly Isabela Joseph | Chelly Joseph-Bielecki

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.
1. FOLIAGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC; 11100 BONITA BEACH ROAD, UNIT 108-B3, BONITA SPRINGS, FL 34135; FIXED INSURANCE; INSURANCE AGENT; START 11/2018; 15 HOUR PER MONTH, NONE OF WHICH ARE DURING SECURITIES TRADING HOURS; SALES OF FIXED INSURANCE. 2. Gradient Wealth Management; Inv. related: yes; Bonita Springs, Florida; Registered Investment Advisor; Investment Advisor Representative; 07/2018; 48 h/mo; 3 during securities trding 3. Gradient Securities; yes; Arden Hills, MN ; Broker/dealer; Registered Representative; 07/2018; 48 h/mo; 3 during securities trding

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Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

May 20, 2025 - Present

FOLIAGE FINANCIAL

RIA
CRD#: 335253
BONITA SPRINGS, FL
Past

July 19, 2018 - July 31, 2025

GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 127701
Bonita Springs, FL
Past

July 17, 2018 - August 15, 2025

GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 127701
Bonita Springs, FL
Past

May 24, 2017 - July 17, 2018

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 16164
FORT MYERS, FL
Past

May 23, 2017 - July 17, 2018

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 16164
FORT MYERS, FL
Past

April 4, 2013 - May 12, 2017

VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 42803
VENICE, FL
Past

April 3, 2013 - May 12, 2017

VALIC FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 42803
VENICE, FL
Past

April 16, 2012 - March 22, 2013

FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 628
CAPE CORAL, FL
Past

March 26, 2012 - March 22, 2013

FIFTH THIRD SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 628
CAPE CORAL, FL
Past

March 21, 2007 - March 9, 2012

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

RIA
CRD#: 7691
FORT MYERS, FL
Past

January 18, 2007 - March 9, 2012

MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED

BD
CRD#: 7691
FORT MYERS, FL

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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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
Florida
(5/20/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 3/19/2007
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam

Current Firm


FF
FOLIAGE FINANCIAL
FOLIAGE FINANCIAL | FOLIAGE FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC. | FOLIAGE FINANCIAL PLANNING LLC

CRD#: 335253 / SEC#:

Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/20/2025 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
Bonita Springs, FL
Mailing Address
Phone number
(239) 233-1395
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1

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Company Information


FOLIAGE FINANCIAL

CRD#: 335253Bonita Springs, FL

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