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Derek A Ghia

Derek A. Ghia

LIFEWORKS ADVISORS
FRANKLIN, TN
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CRD#: 5413223
Derek A Ghia

Professional summary


Derek A Ghia, CFP®, CIMA® is a registered financial advisor currently at LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC located in Franklin, Tennessee.

Derek is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2008. Derek has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE, Series 7 and Series 6 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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.
Derek Ghia Insurance Producer Yes:Investement related, 501 Corporate Centre Dr. Suite 315 Franklin, TN 37067, 2001 N Clybourn Suite 302 Chicago, IL 60614 Began: July 2018;10 hrs/month; 10 hrs during trading hours. Fixed insurance consultation and sales.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
CFP®

Start date: 2012

Experience


Current

January 9, 2024 - Present

LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 288255
FRANKLIN, TN
Past

January 4, 2024 - January 15, 2024

GREENSVIEW WEALTH MANAGEMENT

RIA
CRD#: 297321
FRANKLIN, TN
Past

August 8, 2018 - December 31, 2023

GREENSVIEW WEALTH MANAGEMENT

RIA
CRD#: 297321
FRANKLIN, TN
Past

March 16, 2018 - September 12, 2018

UNITED ADVISORS SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 150080
Chicago, IL
Past

March 16, 2018 - September 12, 2018

FSIC

BD
CRD#: 37813
Chicago, IL
Past

August 12, 2010 - March 9, 2018

MORNINGSTAR INVESTMENT SERVICES LLC

RIA
CRD#: 112525
CHICAGO, IL
Past

August 12, 2010 - March 9, 2018

MORNINGSTAR INVESTMENT SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 112525
CHICAGO, IL
Past

October 8, 2008 - April 8, 2010

NEW ENGLAND SECURITIES

BD
CRD#: 615
NORTHBROOK, IL

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".
LA
LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC
ARDENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THRIVEALIKE | NORTH CORNER WEALTH | LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC | LEVEL 5 FINANCIAL, LLC | FIDUCIARY MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. | EPIC INCOME ADVISORS | CADILLAC WEALTH ADVISORS | BRIGHT ADVISERS | BREAKOUT PRIVATE WEALTH LLC | BREAKOUT PRIVATE WEALTH

CRD#: 288255 / SEC#: 801-119648

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/14/2020 Approved)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)
Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/20/2020 Terminated)
Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/12/2020 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)
Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)

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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
Tennessee
(1/9/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 12/10/2008
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


LA
LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC
ARDENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT | THRIVEALIKE | NORTH CORNER WEALTH | LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC | LEVEL 5 FINANCIAL, LLC | FIDUCIARY MANAGEMENT GROUP, INC. | EPIC INCOME ADVISORS | CADILLAC WEALTH ADVISORS | BRIGHT ADVISERS | BREAKOUT PRIVATE WEALTH LLC | BREAKOUT PRIVATE WEALTH

CRD#: 288255 / SEC#: 801-119648

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/14/2020 Approved)
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)
Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/20/2020 Terminated)
Michigan
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/12/2020 Terminated)
Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)
Wisconsin
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (10/15/2020 Terminated)
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Contact information


Main Address
4095 Park East Ct. Ste. C, Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Mailing Address
Phone number
(616) 200-6512
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
40

SEC notice filing (26 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

LIFEWORKS DISCLOSURE BROCHURE, WRAP FEE PROGRAM BROCHURE, BROCHURE SUPPLEMENTS, AND PRIVACY POLICY (9/23/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts3,785
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 742,298,024

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Company Information


LIFEWORKS ADVISORS, LLC

CRD#: 288255Franklin, TN

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