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Laura A. Nelson
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS
Chehalis, WA 98532
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CRD#: 5475843
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Professional summary
Laura Ann Nelson, who also goes by Laura Ann Scarfe, is a registered financial advisor currently at STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC located in Chehalis, Washington.
Laura is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2013. Laura has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Laura Ann Scarfe
Other business activities
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1. Columbia Crest Financial Advisors; 2540 NE Kresky Ave Ste A, Chehalis, WA 98532; Financial Advising firm; Owner; Daily operations of running a business and w2 employee as a financial advisor; 01/01/2015; 40 Hrs per Week; During Securities Trading Hours; Investment-Related.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
February 6, 2024 - Present
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 2540 Ne Kresky Avenue Suite A, Chehalis, WA 98532RIA
BD
CRD#: 28218
Chehalis, WA
Current
February 6, 2024 - Present
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 2540 Ne Kresky Avenue Suite A, Chehalis, WA 98532RIA
BD
CRD#: 28218
Chehalis, WA
Past
December 3, 2014 - February 12, 2024
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC
RIA
CRD#: 11025
CHEHALIS, WA
Past
December 3, 2014 - February 12, 2024
WELLS FARGO ADVISORS FINANCIAL NETWORK, LLC
BD
CRD#: 11025
CHEHALIS, WA
Past
November 13, 2014 - December 3, 2014
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
RIA
CRD#: 6413
CHEHALIS, WA
Past
March 6, 2013 - December 3, 2014
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
BD
CRD#: 6413
CHEHALIS, WA
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".
SI
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC
CENTURY SECURITIES ASSOCIATES INC | STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC | CENTURY SECURITIES ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 28218 / SEC#: 801-43561, 8-43514
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/19/1993 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City 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
Alaska(2/6/2024)
RR
Arizona(2/6/2024)
RR
Arkansas(2/6/2024)
RR
California(2/6/2024)
RR
Colorado(2/6/2024)
RR
District of Columbia(4/3/2024)
RR
Florida(8/13/2025)
RR
Georgia(2/27/2024)
RR
Hawaii(2/6/2024)
RR
Idaho(2/6/2024)
RR
Illinois(2/6/2024)
RR
Indiana(3/27/2025)
RR
Iowa(2/6/2024)
RR
Massachusetts(2/6/2024)
RR
Minnesota(2/6/2024)
RR
Mississippi(2/6/2024)
RR
Montana(2/6/2024)
RR
Nevada(2/6/2024)
RR
New Mexico(2/6/2024)
RR
North Carolina(2/6/2024)
RR
North Dakota(2/6/2024)
RR
Ohio(2/6/2024)
RR
Oklahoma(2/6/2024)
RR
Oregon(2/6/2024)
RR
Rhode Island(2/6/2024)
RR
South Carolina(1/7/2025)
RR
South Dakota(7/17/2024)
RR
Tennessee(2/6/2024)
RR
Texas(2/6/2024)
IAR
Texas(2/6/2024)
RR
Utah(5/28/2025)
RR
Virginia(2/6/2024)
RR
Washington(2/6/2024)
IAR
Washington(2/6/2024)
RR
Wisconsin(3/3/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
SI
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC
CENTURY SECURITIES ASSOCIATES INC | STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC | CENTURY SECURITIES ASSOCIATES, INC.
CRD#: 28218 / SEC#: 801-43561, 8-43514
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (3/19/1993 Approved)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
One Financial Plaza 501 North Broadway, St Louis, MO 63102
Mailing Address
One Financial Plaza 501 North Broadway, St. Louis, MO 63102
Phone number
(314) 342-4051
Established
Missouri since 05/24/2021
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Medium
# of Employees
206
SEC notice filing (49 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| STIFEL FINANCIAL CORP. | OWNER-HOLDING COMPANY OWNING 100% | |
| KRUSZEWSKI, RONALD JAMES | CHAIRMAN, STIFEL FINANCIAL | 1434827 |
| BRAUTIGAM, ALLEN COR | PRESIDENT AND CEO | 2400179 |
| BRIGHT, GEOFFREY CLYDE JR | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 4696103 |
| DODSON, CHARLES EDWARD | CCO-ADVISORY SERVICES | 1744430 |
| FISHER, MARK PHILIP | GENERAL COUNSEL | 4970942 |
| MELINGER, ADAM SCOTT | ROSFP | 2373020 |
| NOLL, DOUGLAS WAYNE | PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 1614129 |
| ROWAN, JAMES FRANCIS | PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER | 1976998 |
| ZEMLYAK, JAMES MARK | MANAGER, BOARD OF MANAGERS | 1586132 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 11,648 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 4,379,138,273 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 3 |
| Arbitration | 1 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2024 | ||
| 09/28/2023 | ||
| 11/28/2022 |
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Company Information
STIFEL INDEPENDENT ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 28218Chehalis, WA 98532TRUST BUT VERIFY
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