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Susan E. Thomas

BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES
Missoula, MT 59808
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CRD#: 7272957
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Professional summary


Susan E Thomas, who also goes by Susan E Brown, is a registered financial advisor currently at BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC. located in Missoula, Montana and BANKERS LIFE SECURITIES, INC. located in Missoula, Montana.

Susan is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2021. Susan has worked at 3 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 7TO, Series 6TO and SIE exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Susan E Brown

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.
BANKERS LIFE & CASUALTY POSITION: Agent NATURE: Insurance Sales? INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 160 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 120 START DATE: 02/27/2023 ADDRESS: 320B Expressway, Missoula MT 59808, United States DESCRIPTION: I am a 1099 agent for Bankers Life and Casualty Company (BLC). As a BLC agent, I am also appointed with KFA through BLC which allows agents to write business for Medicare Supplement, Annuity and Equity Indexed annuity insurance products, life insurance, health and LTC. 50% OWNER, DIAGONOAL 85 SUR #B5 EJIDAL, QR, DIAGONOAL 85 SUR #B5 EJIDAL, QR, PLAYA DEL CARMEN, , MONTANA, 77712, MEXICO, INVESTMENT PROPERTY, START DATE: 8/16/2022, HOURS PER MONTH: 0-5, HOURS DURING SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0-5, WE OWN THIS AS A PERSONAL VACATION HOME, NOT AS A BUSINESS. PRIVATE RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY POSITION: Landlord NATURE: This is a residential private rental property. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 0 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 03/01/2014 ADDRESS: 2625 Southhills Dr, Missoula MT 59803, United States DESCRIPTION: My husband and I jointly own a property that we rent out through Millennium Real Estate Management Company. Millennium manages the day-to-day operations. CARE NET OF MISSOULA POSITION: President of the Board NATURE: Care Net is a not-for-profit clinic. They provide free pregnancy support services, such as pregnancy tests and ultrasounds. They also provide free and low-cost STD testing. The support center side of the business provides free maternity clothing & items, baby & toddler clothing and items, diapers, formula, parenting education, and referrals to local services for low-income or marginalized individuals and families. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 4 START DATE: 09/15/2021 ADDRESS: 1515 Fairview Ave, Ste 250, Missoula MT 59801, United States DESCRIPTION: Lead and organize board meetings. Oversee operation of the non-profit clinic/support center and supervise the Director in conjunction with the other board members. Occasional service at functions and occasional volunteer help. Board meetings occur every 2 months and last approximately 1.5 hours. THE DRAMATIC PEN PRESS, LLC POSITION: Owner/Publisher NATURE: Publication of books, fiction, non-fiction, poetry, drama, cookbooks. Services for writers. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 03/15/2013 ADDRESS: 322 Cumberland St, Lolo MT 59847, United States DESCRIPTION: This is a small publishing company through which I edit, design, and publish my books as well as those of other people. I charge fees for editing and book design for certain clients. For a select few, I offer traditional, royalty-based publication (no up front fee). I am the sole owner and operator. I have no employees.

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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

July 15, 2024 - Present

BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

Office #1: 320b Expressway, Missoula, MT 59808
RIA
CRD#: 281285
Missoula, MT
Current

May 4, 2023 - Present

BANKERS LIFE SECURITIES, INC.

Office #1: 320b Expressway, Missoula, MT 59808
BD
CRD#: 173962
Missoula, MT
Past

December 17, 2021 - March 21, 2023

NORTHWESTERN MUTUAL INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 2881
MISSOULA, MT

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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BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.
BANKERS LIFE | BL ADVISORY SERVICES, INC | BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

CRD#: 281285 / SEC#: 801-106953

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/18/2015 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
California
(11/7/2025)
RR
Florida
(6/6/2024)
RR
Idaho
(4/10/2025)
RR
Kentucky
(6/27/2024)
RR
Montana
(5/4/2023)
IAR
Montana
(7/15/2024)
RR
New Mexico
(1/9/2025)
RR
North Carolina
(1/9/2025)
RR
Washington
(4/10/2025)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 7/8/2024
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 11/1/2024
General Securities Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 12/17/2021
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


BL
BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.
BANKERS LIFE | BL ADVISORY SERVICES, INC | BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

CRD#: 281285 / SEC#: 801-106953

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (11/18/2015 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
303 E. Wacker Drive 5th Fl, Chicago, IL 60601
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-9083
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
384

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

BLAS WRAP BROCHURE 03012025 (2/28/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts14,938
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,943,847,697

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Company Information


BANKERS LIFE ADVISORY SERVICES, INC.

CRD#: 281285Missoula, MT 59808

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