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Alex J. Kulka

PINNACLE ADVISORS
Mansfield, OH 44902
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CRD#: 5828402
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Professional summary


Alex Joseph Kulka, who also goes by Alex Kulka, is a registered financial advisor currently at PINNACLE ADVISORS located in Mansfield, Ohio.

Alex is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and started their career in finance in 2010. Alex has worked at 10 firms and has passed the Series 66, SIE and Series 7 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Alex Kulka

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.
ESB W&I LLC is an investment related firm located at 111 Park Ave. E, Mansfield, Ohio 44902. Alex has owned 5% of this business since 2020. In December 2023, Alex became a passive owner since he is no longer employed, participates in the operation or management of the business. Alex spends 0 hours on this business.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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None

Experience


Current

January 25, 2024 - Present

PINNACLE ADVISORS

Office #1: 6 West 3rd St. Ste 100, Mansfield, OH 44902
RIA
CRD#: 106817
Mansfield, OH
Past

February 15, 2023 - December 19, 2023

CAMBRIDGE INVESTMENT RESEARCH ADVISORS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 134139
Mansfield, OH
Past

February 15, 2023 - December 19, 2023

CAMBRIDGE INVESTMENT RESEARCH, INC.

BD
CRD#: 39543
Mansfield, OH
Past

November 15, 2018 - February 15, 2023

INVICTA ADVISORS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 298868
Mansfield, OH
Past

November 15, 2018 - February 15, 2023

INVICTA CAPITAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 288101
Mansfield, OH
Past

February 2, 2016 - December 10, 2018

TRUSTMONT ADVISORY GROUP, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 106015
MANSFIELD, OH
Past

February 2, 2016 - December 10, 2018

TRUSTMONT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.

BD
CRD#: 18312
MANSFIELD, OH
Past

April 8, 2015 - February 1, 2016

SSN ADVISORY, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 126090
MANSFIELD, OH
Past

June 25, 2014 - February 1, 2016

SECURITIES SERVICE NETWORK, LLC

BD
CRD#: 13318
MANSFIELD, OH
Past

December 20, 2010 - March 2, 2011

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 15708
MANSFIELD, OH
Past

September 23, 2010 - March 2, 2011

CONCOURSE FINANCIAL GROUP SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15708
MANSFIELD, OH

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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PINNACLE ADVISORS
LIFETIME PLANNING PINNACLE ADVISORS, INC. | PPCS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | PINNACLE WEALTH PLANNING SERVICES, INC. | PINNACLE RETIREMENT PLAN SERVICES | PINNACLE INVESTORS ADVISORY CORP | PINNACLE FIDUCIARY CONSULTING GROUP | PINNACLE FAMILY OFFICE | PINNACLE ADVISORS

CRD#: 106817 / SEC#: 801-51715

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/30/1996 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.

Highlighted states indicate IAR registrations

IAR
Ohio
(1/25/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 9/25/2014
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam

Current Firm


PA
PINNACLE ADVISORS
LIFETIME PLANNING PINNACLE ADVISORS, INC. | PPCS FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES | PINNACLE WEALTH PLANNING SERVICES, INC. | PINNACLE RETIREMENT PLAN SERVICES | PINNACLE INVESTORS ADVISORY CORP | PINNACLE FIDUCIARY CONSULTING GROUP | PINNACLE FAMILY OFFICE | PINNACLE ADVISORS

CRD#: 106817 / SEC#: 801-51715

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (5/30/1996 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
6 West 3rd St. Ste 100, Mansfield, OH 44902
Mailing Address
Phone number
(419) 526-5226
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
35

SEC notice filing (15 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

PINNACLE DISCLOSURE BROCHURE (10/9/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts3,513
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,939,495,799

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
10/27/2023
Cover Page
12/22/2022

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Company Information


PINNACLE ADVISORS

CRD#: 106817Mansfield, OH 44902

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