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Edil Llanos II

Edil Llanos

GRADIENT SECURITIES | Investment Consultant, Investor Center
Orlando, FL
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CRD#: 6545763
Edil Llanos II

Professional summary


Edil Llanos II, CFP®, CIMA®, who also goes by Edil Llanos, Eddie Llanos II, is a registered financial advisor currently at GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC located in Orlando, Florida.

Edil is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2015. Edil has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.

Biography


While focusing on my clients we work hand in hand to help build themselves a financial plan that is unique to them to meet there needs. As a Certified Financial Planner(TM) professional, and Chartered Financial Consultant(R) professional I strive to sustain a level of competency, trust, and reliability.
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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Edil Llanos | Eddie Llanos Ii

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. MONOPOLIZE FINANCIAL WEALTH; INVESTMENT RELATED; 12509 BOHANNON BLVD, ORLANDO, FL 32824; OWNER; START 9/2020; 80 HOURS PER MONTH; 4 HOURS DURING SECURITIES TRADING HOURS; SELLS INSURANCE PRODUCTS. 2. OCL VENTURES, LLC; INVESTMENT RELATED; 12509 BOHANNON BLVD, ORLANDO, FL 32824; OWNER; START 3/2020; 20 HOURS PER MONTH; 0 HOURS DURING SECURITIES TRADING HOURS; BUYS & SELLS REAL ESTATE AND RENTS OUT PARTY SUPPLIES.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD


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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®

Education


University of Central Florida

Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance

2009

Experience


Current

October 14, 2025 - Present

GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
BD
CRD#: 127701
Orlando, FL
Current

October 1, 2025 - Present

GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC

RIA
BD
CRD#: 127701
Orlando, FL
Past

March 31, 2025 - September 18, 2025

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 104555
ORLANDO, FL
Past

December 16, 2021 - March 31, 2025

FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 288590
ORLANDO, FL
Past

October 4, 2021 - September 18, 2025

FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 7784
MERRIMACK, NH
Past

August 22, 2016 - June 30, 2021

TRUIST ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 283390
ORLANDO, FL
Past

June 16, 2016 - December 31, 2016

TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 17499
ORLANDO, FL
Past

October 13, 2015 - June 30, 2021

TRUIST INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 17499
ORLANDO, FL

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".
GS
GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC
GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC | SYM CAPITAL SECURITIES, LLC | GRADIENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT

CRD#: 127701 / SEC#: 801-80807, 8-66032

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/8/2015 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
Florida
(10/14/2025)
IAR
Florida
(10/14/2025)
IAR
New York
(10/15/2025)
RR
New York
(10/19/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
IAR
Series 66
Date: 6/14/2016
Uniform Combined State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


GS
GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC
GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC | SYM CAPITAL SECURITIES, LLC | GRADIENT WEALTH MANAGEMENT

CRD#: 127701 / SEC#: 801-80807, 8-66032

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/8/2015 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Kansas City district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
4105 Lexington Avenue Suite 380, Arden Hills, MN 55126
Mailing Address
4105 Lexington Avenue Suite 380, Arden Hills, MN 55126
Phone number
(866) 991-1539
Established
Delaware since 04/09/2003
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Small
# of Employees
62

SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

GWM ADV PART 2A & 2B (3/28/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
MERAKI PRIVATE EQUITY, LLCOWNER
JOCHUM, JAMIE LEEFINOP4459768
LUCIUS, CHARLES EDWARDOWNER MERAKI PRIVATE EQUITY, LLC1012912
LUCIUS, TAMI JEANOWNER MERAKI PRIVATE EQUITY, LLC2371362
NELSON, ROBERT SCOTTPRESIDENT & ELECTED MANAGER4237080
REMME, BRIAN ANDREWCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER3103459

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts7,322
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 591,069,287

Disclosures


Regulatory Event1

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Company Information


GRADIENT SECURITIES, LLC

Investment Consultant, Investor CenterCRD#: 127701Orlando, FL

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