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Robert C. Hayes

BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT
Webster, NY 14580
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CRD#: 5699084
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Professional summary


Robert C Hayes, AIF®, who also goes by Robert Hayes, is a registered financial advisor currently at BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC located in Webster, New York and SILVER OAK SECURITIES, INCORPORATED located in Webster, New York.

Robert is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2009. Robert has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Robert Hayes

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. Bright Futures Wealth Management, Is Investment Related,"1630 Empire Blvd., Ste. 100, Webster, NY, 14580, United States", Bright Futures Wealth Management, Investment Advisory Representative,8/1/2022,160 hours per month,130 hours per month during trading hours, Fee Based Compensation, "Financial Planning, asset management and third party money management; retirement plan implementation and management" 2. Hayes Financial Group, Is Investment Related,"25 E Main St., , Avon, NY, 14414, United States", Fixed Insurance, Insurance Agent,4/12/2009,65 hours per month,40 hours per month during trading hours, Commission Compensation, "sales of life, accident, health, disability, fixed annuities and long-term care" 3. Baseball and softball umpiring, Is Not Investment Related,"25 E Main st, , Avon, NY, 14414, United States", sports officiating, Sports Official / Umpire,5/1/2022,24 hours per month,0 hours per month during trading hours, Salary Compensation, Officiate High School baseball and softball and NCAA women's softball. 4. "Mayor of Avon, NY",Is Not Investment Related,"74 Genesee St., , Avon, NY, 14414, United States", mayor of avon,Mayor,4/1/2024,80 hours per month,40 hours per month during trading hours, Salary Compensation, "policymaking, recommending policies to village board, breaking tied votes, drafting legislation, ensure laws are enforced, ensure village employees are performing job duties at an adequate level, draft yearly budget."

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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AIF®

Experience


Current

August 13, 2022 - Present

BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

Office #1: 1630 Empire Blvd. Suite 100, Webster, NY 14580
RIA
CRD#: 284920
Webster, NY
Current

November 4, 2025 - Present

SILVER OAK SECURITIES, INCORPORATED

Office #1: 1630 Empire Blvd Ste 100, Webster, NY 14580
RIA
BD
CRD#: 46947
Webster, NY
Past

August 4, 2022 - November 4, 2025

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

BD
CRD#: 10299
WEBSTER, NY
Past

January 25, 2016 - September 14, 2022

NOVEM GROUP

RIA
CRD#: 158964
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

January 15, 2016 - August 4, 2022

AMERICAN PORTFOLIOS FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 18487
ROCHESTER, NY
Past

February 12, 2013 - January 19, 2016

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10299
AVON, NY
Past

June 25, 2012 - December 31, 2012

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 10299
AVON, NY
Past

June 13, 2012 - January 19, 2016

CETERA ADVISORS LLC

BD
CRD#: 10299
AVON, NY
Past

October 5, 2009 - April 24, 2012

EDWARD JONES

RIA
CRD#: 250
AVON, NY
Past

September 21, 2009 - April 24, 2012

EDWARD JONES

BD
CRD#: 250
AVON, NY

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".
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BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
ARABELLA WEALTH ADVISORS | ROCHESTER WEALTH PARTNERS | PROSPERITY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PREFERRED FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | PERROTTO WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MCCLELLAND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | MASSEY GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MARTIN PAUL AND ASSOCIATES | LIFETIME FINANCIAL GROUP | KAPPAN FINANCIAL, LLC | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | ASSABET FINANCIAL GROUP

CRD#: 284920 / SEC#: 801-108869

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/3/2017 Approved)

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

IAR
New York
(8/13/2022)
RR
New York
(11/4/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 10/1/2009
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
ARABELLA WEALTH ADVISORS | ROCHESTER WEALTH PARTNERS | PROSPERITY WEALTH MANAGEMENT | PREFERRED FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | PERROTTO WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MCCLELLAND FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT, LLC | MASSEY GROUP WEALTH MANAGEMENT | MARTIN PAUL AND ASSOCIATES | LIFETIME FINANCIAL GROUP | KAPPAN FINANCIAL, LLC | BRIGHTLINE FINANCIAL | BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC | ASSABET FINANCIAL GROUP

CRD#: 284920 / SEC#: 801-108869

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/3/2017 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
1630 Empire Blvd. Suite 100, Webster, NY 14580
Mailing Address
Phone number
(585) 231-1595
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16

SEC notice filing (21 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

ADV PART 2A-BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC (11/11/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts1,404
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 254,375,637

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Company Information


BRIGHT FUTURES WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 284920Webster, NY 14580

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