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Max V
CFP®, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Max Valavanis is a CFP® professional with eight years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. since 2020. His prior roles include positions at Valic Financial Advisors and involvement with Florida State University’s Department of Athletics and Office of Admissions. Outside of his advisory work, he manages a self-directed IRA through Fyrefly, LLC. J.W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent advisors and offers a range of services including portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm utilizes both discretionary and non-discretionary strategies, combining fundamental and technical analysis along with digital advice and multiple custodial platforms.
Todd W
CFP®, Series 63
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Todd Woodard is a CFP® with 31 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. since 2017. Prior to that, he worked at G. A. Repple & Company for 24 years. Outside of his advisory role, Woodard is president of Mosaic Wealth Management Group, a financial planning firm. J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a national network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party investment managers, and various managed account solutions with both discretionary and non-discretionary investment options.
Jennifer J
Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Jennifer Jack is a financial advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Tampa, FL, with seven years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Park Avenue Securities, Guardian Life Insurance Company, MassMutual, and ADP prior to joining J.W. Cole Advisors. Outside of her advisory role, she owns LWR Pillars of Wealth LLC, doing business as J&J Wealth Advisors, and works as an agent providing life insurance, disability, long-term care, and fixed annuity products. J.W. Cole Advisors operates through a large network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives and offers fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan services, and access to third-party manager platforms and digital advice. The firm serves individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients using a mix of discretionary and non-discretionary strategies.
Steven K
CFP®, Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Steven Kurland is a CFP® professional with 20 years of experience in financial advising. He has worked at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. since 2017 and previously spent five years with SII Investments Inc. He is also the owner and manager of 360 Financial Firm LLC, a financial services business, and serves as a trustee and executor for family trusts. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of over 400 independent advisers. The firm provides portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and multiple managed account solutions, implementing investment decisions through discretionary and non-discretionary approaches.
Jonathan S
CFP®, Series 63
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Jonathan Sheehan is a CFP® professional with 12 years of industry experience, currently serving as an advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. since 2022. His prior roles include positions at Charles Schwab and Fidelity Investments. Outside of his advisory work, he conducts educational seminars through Myriad Capital. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser that serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, charities, corporations, and retirement plans nationwide through a network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm provides portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and various managed account solutions.
Jerry H
Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Jerry Halstead is a financial advisor with J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Tampa, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and possessing 44 years of industry experience. He has been with J.W. Cole Advisors since 2017 and has also operated as a self-employed advisor since 1995. Outside of his advisory work, he is involved in acting on a part-time basis. J.W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent Investment Adviser Representatives and provides fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan services, and digital advice to individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary management styles and utilizes a combination of fundamental and technical analysis, third-party manager platforms, and multiple custodial arrangements.
John E
Series 63, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
John Engel is a financial advisor at J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. with six years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and has previously worked with JW Cole Financial, Inc. Outside of his advisory role, Engel was involved in J.W. Woodworks for seven years. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a national network of over 400 independent representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and various managed account solutions.
Derek S
Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Derek Sichler is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Rockledge, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 10 years of industry experience. He previously worked at Axa Advisors, LLC before joining J. W. Cole Advisors in 2017. Outside of his advisory role, he coaches boys varsity soccer at Viera High School and for the Space Coast United Soccer Club. J. W. Cole Advisors is a national SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, and access to multiple managed account solutions, with investment decisions implemented on a discretionary or non-discretionary basis.
Taylor S
Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Taylor Savka is a financial advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. based in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 designation with 11 years of industry experience. Prior to joining J.W. Cole Advisors in 2018, Savka worked at Invest Financial Corporation from 2016 to 2018. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, retirement plans, and other entities through a national network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm provides portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party investment managers, and multiple managed account solutions, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.
Kalie H
Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Kalie Hawley is a financial advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at J.W. Cole Advisors since 2017, with prior experience at National Planning Corporation. Outside of her advisory role, she provides financial education and coaching through workshops for high school and college students. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a national network of over 400 independent advisers. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and various managed account solutions, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.
Danny O
Series 63
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Danny Ossi is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. based in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 63 designation and bringing 30 years of industry experience. He has worked at Jonathan Roberts Advisory Group, Inc. and J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. since 2011 and operates OSSI Consulting Engineer, Inc. outside of his advisory role. Ossi also serves as president of the Seven Palms Home Owners Association. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a national network of over 400 independent representatives. The firm offers portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and multiple managed account solutions, with investment decisions implemented on discretionary or non-discretionary bases using various analytical approaches.
Caleb S
CFP®, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Caleb Sturgis is a CFP® professional with two years of industry experience, currently affiliated with J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. He has held positions at several firms including Koss Olinger & Company and Northwestern Mutual, and previously played in the National Football League. Sturgis is involved in financial planning through his DBA, Clarity Wealth. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a network of over 400 independent representatives. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and financial planning services, utilizing both discretionary and non-discretionary investment approaches.
Kenneth L
Series 63, Series 65
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Kenneth Levin is a financial advisor at J.W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Tampa, FL, with 29 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has been with J.W. Cole Advisors and its affiliated entities since 2010. Prior to that, he worked at Schlager, Schlager & Levin, Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, and Asset & Financial Planning, Ltd. Outside of his advisory role, Levin is involved as an insurance broker and is the managing member of a non-investment-related financial LLC. J.W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent advisers and offers fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan services, and access to multiple third-party managers and digital advice platforms. The firm serves individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutional accounts using a variety of investment strategies and custodial platforms.
Lee L
Series 63, Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Lee Lyon is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Jacksonville, FL, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations and bringing 29 years of industry experience. He has worked with Jonathan Roberts Advisory Group and J.W. Cole Financial, Inc. since 2006. Lyon is also president of Lyon Investment Services, a business involved in the marketing of financial services and insurance. J.W. Cole Advisors is an SEC-registered firm serving individuals, charities, corporations, and retirement plans through a national network of over 400 independent investment adviser representatives. The firm provides portfolio management, fee-based financial planning, access to third-party managers, and various managed account solutions, implementing investment decisions on either a discretionary or non-discretionary basis.
Elizabeth C
Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Elizabeth Courtney is a financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Tampa, FL, holding a Series 66 credential and bringing 19 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at AXA Advisors, Valic Financial Advisors, LPL Financial, and UBS Financial Services. Outside of advising, she is involved in multiple community and entrepreneurial activities, including serving as Treasurer on the board of the nonprofit Love, Inc. of Brevard, coaching her grandchildren on their online business, and operating a photography website. J. W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent advisors and offers fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, retirement plan services, and access to multiple third-party investment platforms for individuals, high-net-worth clients, and institutions. The firm employs a range of investment strategies and integrates digital advice solutions across various custodial platforms.
Karli G
Series 66
Tampa, FL
J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc.
Karli Griffin is a Series 66 licensed financial advisor with J. W. Cole Advisors, Inc. in Tampa, FL, and has two years of industry experience. Her prior work includes roles outside the financial sector, such as positions at Southpaw Animal Health and Circle C Ranch. J. W. Cole Advisors operates a large network of independent investment adviser representatives and offers fee-based portfolio management, financial planning, and retirement plan services for individual, high-net-worth, and institutional clients. The firm employs both discretionary and non-discretionary account management using fundamental and technical analysis, model or manager-based strategies, and digital advice platforms.
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