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Gerardo J. Castillo
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
OMAHA, NE 68130
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CRD#: 7342568
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Professional summary
Gerardo Josue Castillo is a registered financial advisor currently at PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC located in Omaha, Nebraska.
Gerardo is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2022. Gerardo has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 7TO and SIE exams.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
None
Other business activities
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1. FIRST UNITED METHODIST CHURCH POSITION: Finance committee member NATURE: First United Methodist Church Finance Committee INVESTMENT RELATED: Yes NUMBER OF HOURS: 2 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 01/01/2023 ADDRESS: 7020 Cass St, Omaha NE 68132 DESCRIPTION: I will be assisting my church with their finances starting January 1st, 2023. I believe this is keeping track of donations, allocating funds to clubs and groups within the church, and double checking their book of business every quarter alongside senior members of the committee. 2. CASA POSITION: Volunteer Advocate NATURE: 501(c)3 INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 10/19/2024 ADDRESS: 2412 St Marys Ave, Omaha NE 68105, United States DESCRIPTION: Meet with the child(ren), in person, at least once every 30 days. Assess the child's physical, mental, emotional, behavioral, and educational needs. Attend family team meetings and other case-related meetings with case professionals. Obtain, first-hand, a clear understanding of the needs and situation of a child by: Establishing contact, interviewing, and maintaining contact with the child, parents, social workers, teachers, guardians ad litem, and any other relevant persons involved in the child'slife; and Conducting ongoing review of all relevant documents and records concerning the child andfamily. Timely document child visits and interactions with persons involved in the child's life in CASA'scase management system. Collaborate and coordinate with legal, child welfare, and other partners to ensure serviceprovision that is in the child's best interest. Make recommendations for permanency and for services for the child and child's family. Monitor service plans and court orders to ensure timely implementation to expedite permanency. Provide timely reports to your advocate coordinator for the court which include information andrecommendations about the child's needs and best interest. Appear at juvenile court hearings to advocate for the child's best interests and provide testimony. Regularly review case(s) with your advocate coordinator. Report any incident of child abuse or neglect or any situation in which the volunteer has reason tobelieve that a child is in imminent danger to appropriate authorities and the advocate coordinator. Complete 12 hours of continuing education annually to improve knowledge and skills. Timely disclose any conflict or potential for conflict of interest. Take an oath of confidentiality and respect a child's right to privacy by maintaining confidentiality. 3. INSURANCE OUTSIDE OF GUARDIAN Position: Insurance Broker NATURE: Insurance INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 10 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 10 START DATE: 01/01/2024 ADDRESS: 17234 Spaulding St, Omaha NE 68116 DESCRIPTION: I may sell insurance products outside of Guardian, Park Avenue Securities, and/or Park Avenue Investment Advisory; however, any investment products will be sold through Guardian and its affiliates.
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Certified licenses
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NoneExperience
Current
January 29, 2025 - Present
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
Office #1: 16820 Frances Street Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68130RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
OMAHA, NE
Current
January 27, 2025 - Present
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
Office #1: 16820 Frances Street Suite 200, Omaha, NE 68130RIA
BD
CRD#: 46173
OMAHA, NE
Past
June 14, 2024 - January 21, 2025
OSAIC WEALTH, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 23131
OMAHA, NE
Past
June 14, 2024 - January 21, 2025
OSAIC WEALTH, INC.
BD
CRD#: 23131
OMAHA, NE
Past
July 20, 2022 - June 14, 2024
SECURITIES AMERICA ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 110518
OMAHA, NE
Past
February 28, 2022 - June 14, 2024
SECURITIES AMERICA, INC.
BD
CRD#: 10205
OMAHA, NE
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York 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(1/27/2025)
IAR
Florida(2/3/2025)
RR
Georgia(2/10/2025)
IAR
Georgia(2/11/2025)
RR
Iowa(1/27/2025)
IAR
Iowa(1/29/2025)
RR
Kansas(1/27/2025)
IAR
Kansas(7/14/2025)
RR
Minnesota(5/30/2025)
IAR
Minnesota(5/30/2025)
RR
Missouri(5/8/2025)
IAR
Missouri(5/8/2025)
RR
Montana(3/14/2025)
IAR
Montana(3/14/2025)
RR
Nebraska(1/27/2025)
IAR
Nebraska(1/29/2025)
RR
North Carolina(1/27/2025)
RR
Texas(1/27/2025)
IAR
Texas(1/29/2025)
RR
Wisconsin(3/14/2025)
IAR
Wisconsin(3/14/2025)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 7TO
Date: 2/28/2022
General Securities Representative ExaminationGeneral Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
PA
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
CRD#: 46173 / SEC#: 801-58108, 8-51324
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (11/13/2000 Approved)District of Columbia
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/2/2002 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (New York district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Mailing Address
10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001
Phone number
+1 (888) 600-4667
Established
Delaware since 08/20/1998
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,984
SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)
Documents
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| THE GUARDIAN LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | OWNER | |
| BOGGS, ALLEN WARREN | HEAD OF PRODUCT & SUPERVISION | 4751363 |
| CASWELL, MARIANNE GRACE | PRESIDENT AND ELECTED MEMBER | 6424651 |
| DAVARASHVILI, KATE | FINOP/PRINCIPAL FINANCIAL OFFICER. | 5642325 |
| DESROCHERS, CARL | ELECTED MEMBER | 7807194 |
| GALLO, JOSEPH MICHAEL | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 3108044 |
| HERGAN, JOSHUA NEIL | GENERAL COUNSEL | 4572643 |
| LESINA, LEYLA ADA | ELECTED MEMBER | 3004323 |
| MAHER, CARLY PRITCHARD | HEAD OF WEALTH MANAGEMENT STRATEGY AND BUSINESS OPERATIONS | 4003223 |
| PERRY, MICHAEL ANDREW | ELECTED MEMBER | 2688179 |
| RYNIKER, MICHAEL JOHN | PRINCIPAL OPERATIONS OFFICER | 2474604 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 71,074 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 14,998,852,974 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 20 |
| Arbitration | 3 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 11/25/2025 | ||
| 01/22/2025 | ||
| 11/15/2023 |
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Company Information
PARK AVENUE SECURITIES LLC
CRD#: 46173Omaha, NE 68130TRUST BUT VERIFY
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