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Michael L. Kern

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CRD#: 6511142
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Professional summary


Being a previously registered professional could mean that this person is no longer operating under the supervision of the SEC or FINRA.

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Michael Leo Kern III, who also goes by Michael Leo Kern, was a registered financial professional .

Michael is a previously registered financial professional and started their career in finance in 2015. Michael had worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
No

Aliases


Michael Leo Kern

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.
Business: GSV Fund Management Company Investment Related: Yes Address: 808 Travis, Suite 415 Houston, TX 77002 Nature of Business: Management company of a private equity fund that invests in technology related start-ups Position: Member of the Advisory Board Start Date: February 2020 Approximate number of hours: 5/month Description of duties relating to other business: The purpose of the Advisory Board is to support the Management Company in Fund operations and strategy. Through quarterly meetings, the Advisory Board will use wisdom, expertise, and connections to help the Management Company perform successfully.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary)


The CRS(Customer Relationship Summary) document is not provided.

Certified licenses


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Experience


Past

July 31, 2017 - January 17, 2024

CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 289004
HOUSTON, TX
Past

June 25, 2015 - January 17, 2024

CROSSMARK GLOBAL INVESTMENTS, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 113360
HOUSTON, TX
Past

June 23, 2015 - January 17, 2024

CROSSMARK DISTRIBUTORS, INC.

BD
CRD#: 14970
HOUSTON, TX

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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CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
CAPSTONE ADVISORS, LLC | CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 289004 / SEC#: 801-110915

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (7/31/2017 Approved)

State Registrations and Notice Filings


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This advisor is not registered in any state.

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 7/1/2015
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam

Current Firm


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CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC
CAPSTONE ADVISORS, LLC | CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 289004 / SEC#: 801-110915

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (7/31/2017 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
15375 Memorial Drive Suite 200, Houston, TX 77079
Mailing Address
Phone number
(713) 260-9000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
6

SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

CROSSMARK WEALTH FORM ADV PARTS 2A AND 2B DATED JUNE 30 2025 (6/29/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts688
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,108,305,354

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Company Information


CROSSMARK WEALTH MANAGEMENT, LLC

CRD#: 289004

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