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Makeda L. Gebre

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS
Centennial, CO 80112
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CRD#: 7545999
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Professional summary


Makeda Laeke Gebre, who also goes by Makeda Laeke Gebre, is a registered financial advisor currently at TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC located in Centennial, Colorado.

Makeda is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 2023. Makeda has worked at 1 firm and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 6TO and SIE exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
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Aliases


Makeda Laeke Gebre

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.
Sales of insurance products and non-insurance products, part-time or full-time, for companies affiliated with Transamerica Financial Advisors, Inc. HOW MONEY WORKS/WEALTHWAVE/Investment Related - No/6475 East Johns Crossing, Johns Creek, GA 30097/Educational platform that teaches basic financial literacy concepts like compound interest and the rule of 72/Educator/11.2020/4/0/Teach financial literacy via zoom or in person lectures MORRIS and MAE/Investment Related - No/18475 W Colfax Ave Suite 132, Golden, CO 80401 (719) 881-0696/Food Hall in Golden that provides vendor spaces to restaurant entities and has a independently owned bar./bartender/10.2023/74/8/prepare drinks for guests MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKER POSITION: Thought Leader NATURE: I currently have nearly 50,000 followers on TikTok and would like to monetize this platform potentially other platforms and social media site for motivational and self-improvement conversations. I will not speak about money or finances. I do wish to keep the community created and help be a beacon of light and motivation. INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 20 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 02/19/2025 ADDRESS: 2233 S YANK WAY, LAKEWOOD CO 80228, United States DESCRIPTION: Freely posting video and content related to self-help, inspiration and motivation and to monetize primarily through Tiktok and potentially other platforms. INSTACART POSITION: Driver NATURE: Grocery Delivery INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 20 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 04/18/2025 ADDRESS: 50 Beale St, #600, San Francisco CA 94105, United States DESCRIPTION: Main responsibilities include picking up and delivering grocery orders to customers in a timely and professional manner. Navigate routes efficiently, handle items with care, and provide excellent customer service. Following safety guidelines and Instacart's delivery protocols is essential to ensure a smooth and reliable experience for customers.

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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


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None

Experience


Current

April 4, 2025 - Present

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

Office #1: 9200 E. Mineral Avenue Penthouse Suite 400, Centennial, CO 80112
RIA
BD
CRD#: 16164
Centennial, CO
Current

November 28, 2023 - Present

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

Office #1: 9200 E. Mineral Avenue Penthouse Suite 400, Centennial, CO 80112
RIA
BD
CRD#: 16164
Centennial, CO

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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TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC
IDEX DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC | PIONEER WESTERN DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | INTERSECURITIES, INC.

CRD#: 16164 / SEC#: 801-38618, 8-33429

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/16/1991 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Philadelphia 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
Arizona
(8/30/2024)
RR
Arkansas
(9/3/2024)
RR
California
(3/20/2025)
RR
Colorado
(11/28/2023)
IAR
Colorado
(4/4/2025)
RR
District of Columbia
(2/23/2024)
RR
Georgia
(12/10/2024)
RR
Maryland
(10/11/2024)
RR
Missouri
(12/10/2024)
RR
New Jersey
(1/7/2025)
RR
New York
(9/25/2024)
RR
Ohio
(12/10/2024)
RR
Pennsylvania
(9/25/2024)
RR
South Carolina
(9/26/2024)
RR
Tennessee
(9/3/2024)
RR
Texas
(9/3/2024)
RR
Virgin Islands
(3/20/2025)
RR
Virginia
(9/10/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 4/1/2025
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 6TO
Date: 11/28/2023
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC
IDEX DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. | TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC | PIONEER WESTERN DISTRIBUTORS, INC. | INTERSECURITIES, INC.

CRD#: 16164 / SEC#: 801-38618, 8-33429

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/16/1991 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Philadelphia district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
Two Liberty Place 50 South 16th Street, Suite 3700, Philadelphia, PA 19102
Mailing Address
6400 C St Sw, Cedar Rapids, IA 52499-0001
Phone number
(727) 299-1800
Established
Delaware since 12/28/1984
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
1,054

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


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

Part 2 Brochures

TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, INC. FORM ADV, PART 2A (10/6/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
AUSA HOLDING, LLCOWNER
BARRY, MICHELLE ANNEDIRECTOR, PRESIDENT, CEO2744539
BEITZEL, BRIANDIRECTOR, CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER6183770
COSTELLO, ROBERTCHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER1349716
KRAMER, CHRISTINA DCHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER4406871
TJOA, NATHANIELCHIEF SUPERVISORY OFFICER4667709

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts42,440
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,730,669,809

Disclosures


Regulatory Event19
Arbitration3
Bond3

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Company Information


TRANSAMERICA FINANCIAL ADVISORS, LLC

CRD#: 16164Centennial, CO 80112

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