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Comer B. Woodruff
SYNOVUS SECURITIES
Athens, GA 30601
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CRD#: 5162715
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Professional summary
Comer Brooks Woodruff Jr, who also goes by Bucky Woodruff, Comer Brooks Woodruff Jr, Comer Brooks Woodruff, is a registered financial advisor currently at SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. located in Athens, Georgia.
Comer is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2008. Comer has worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Bucky Woodruff | Comer Brooks Woodruff Jr | Comer Brooks Woodruff
Other business activities
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The advisor shows no other business activity.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
January 2, 2024 - Present
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 150 West Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601RIA
BD
CRD#: 14023
Athens, GA
Current
January 2, 2024 - Present
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
Office #1: 150 West Hancock Ave, Athens, GA 30601RIA
BD
CRD#: 14023
Athens, GA
Past
September 22, 2023 - January 9, 2024
THORNBURG INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT INC
RIA
CRD#: 106357
Athens, GA
Past
June 28, 2022 - January 9, 2024
THORNBURG SECURITIES LLC
BD
CRD#: 14857
Davidson, NC
Past
February 21, 2018 - June 10, 2022
VOYA INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT CO. LLC
RIA
CRD#: 106494
Athens, GA
Past
February 20, 2018 - June 10, 2022
VOYA INVESTMENTS DISTRIBUTOR, LLC
BD
CRD#: 37886
WINDSOR, CT
Past
March 17, 2014 - February 15, 2018
STADION MONEY MANAGEMENT, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 112608
WATKINSVILLE, GA
Past
January 28, 2014 - February 16, 2018
ALPS DISTRIBUTORS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 16853
WATKINSVILLE, GA
Past
November 7, 2013 - January 14, 2014
JOHN HANCOCK DISTRIBUTORS LLC
BD
CRD#: 5249
ATLANTA, GA
Past
March 23, 2012 - February 1, 2013
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
RIA
CRD#: 8174
ATLANTA, GA
Past
February 29, 2012 - February 1, 2013
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.
BD
CRD#: 8174
ATLANTA, GA
Past
April 8, 2008 - January 4, 2012
PUTNAM RETAIL MANAGEMENT LIMITED PARTNERSHIP
BD
CRD#: 7325
ANDOVER, MA
Primary Firm SEC Registration
This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
SS
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES INC. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | SYNOVUS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | CREATIVE FINANCIAL GROUP, A DIVISION OF SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 14023 / SEC#: 801-19690, 8-34709
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/1/1983 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta 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(1/9/2024)
IAR
Alabama(1/10/2024)
RR
Alaska(1/16/2024)
IAR
Alaska(1/16/2024)
RR
California(1/2/2024)
IAR
California(1/2/2024)
RR
Colorado(1/4/2024)
IAR
Colorado(1/4/2024)
RR
Florida(1/3/2024)
IAR
Florida(1/3/2024)
RR
Georgia(1/4/2024)
IAR
Georgia(1/4/2024)
RR
Illinois(1/9/2024)
IAR
Illinois(1/9/2024)
RR
Kansas(1/4/2024)
IAR
Kansas(1/4/2024)
RR
Maine(5/22/2025)
RR
Michigan(1/5/2024)
IAR
Minnesota(1/5/2024)
RR
Minnesota(1/10/2024)
RR
Mississippi(1/5/2024)
IAR
Mississippi(1/5/2024)
RR
Missouri(1/2/2024)
IAR
Missouri(1/2/2024)
IAR
Nevada(1/4/2024)
RR
Nevada(1/9/2024)
RR
New Jersey(2/7/2024)
IAR
New York(1/5/2024)
RR
New York(1/7/2024)
RR
North Carolina(1/3/2024)
IAR
North Carolina(1/10/2024)
RR
Ohio(1/2/2024)
RR
Oklahoma(1/11/2024)
IAR
Oklahoma(1/11/2024)
RR
Pennsylvania(1/3/2024)
IAR
Pennsylvania(1/3/2024)
RR
South Carolina(1/10/2024)
IAR
South Carolina(1/10/2024)
RR
Tennessee(1/5/2024)
RR
Texas(1/3/2024)
IAR
Texas(3/23/2024)
RR
Virginia(1/5/2024)
IAR
Virginia(1/5/2024)
RR
Washington(1/10/2024)
IAR
Washington(1/10/2024)
RR
Wisconsin(1/2/2024)
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
SS
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES INC. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | SYNOVUS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | CREATIVE FINANCIAL GROUP, A DIVISION OF SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. | CALUMET FINANCIAL ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 14023 / SEC#: 801-19690, 8-34709
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (9/1/1983 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Atlanta district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
33 W 14th Street 3rd Floor, Columbus, GA 31901
Mailing Address
P.o. Box 2628, Columbus, GA 31902-2628
Phone number
(706) 649-2327
Established
Georgia since 06/27/1985
Firm type
Corporation
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Medium
# of Employees
280
SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| PINNACLE FINANCIAL PARTNERS INC. | SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC. PARENT | |
| BROOKS, WILLIAM THOMAS | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 5028846 |
| ELEAM, JENNA KELLEY | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER / FINOP | 7801582 |
| GUNDERSON, GENE FREDERICK | DIRECTOR OF COMPLIANCE, TRUST & BROKERAGE | 2914172 |
| KIRK, LEAH JEANETTE | CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2217286 |
| LAW, ROBERT WARD | PRESIDENT - CFG DIVISION | 1399885 |
| MCKENZIE, MICHELLE JESSUP | ROP | 2475731 |
| SEXTON, GUY LEONARD | EVP/DIRECTOR | 1204541 |
| VARNER, ROBERT PARKER | PRESIDENT | 2192715 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 12,411 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 8,445,083,014 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 10 |
| Arbitration | 2 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 12/22/2025 | ||
| 11/22/2024 | ||
| 10/27/2023 |
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Company Information
SYNOVUS SECURITIES, INC.
CRD#: 14023Athens, GA 30601TRUST BUT VERIFY
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