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OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Enterprise

Firm-wide stats for OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Total advisors

546

Across 354 offices

Clients per advisor

29 Very Low

Avg AUM per client

$308,738 Low

HNW client ratio

0% Very Low

About

Osaic Institutions, Inc. is an SEC‑registered investment adviser that serves individuals (including high‑net‑worth clients), ERISA retirement plans, trusts, estates and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives who are often also registered as broker‑dealer representatives. The firm provides customized advisory services (discretionary and non‑discretionary), financial planning and consulting, ERISA plan services, wrap programs, third‑party asset manager referrals, and access to alternative investments and lending solutions.

Osaic’s model delegates investment analysis and account management to its IARs while providing firm supervision rather than centrally managing most accounts, and clients may elect discretionary authority or retain pre‑approval control over transactions. As disclosed in its brochure, the firm reported approximately $4.11 billion in discretionary assets and $2.39 billion in non‑discretionary assets as of December 31, 2025, and commonly operates through co‑advisory, promoter and third‑party manager arrangements and wrap programs.

What is distinctive about Osaic is its hybrid adviser/broker‑dealer structure — it is registered as both an SEC adviser and a FINRA member and maintains broker‑dealer registrations across all states — combined with a sizable non‑discretionary book, a lending marketplace (CapitalHub) and platform access to alternative investments (via CAIS). The firm’s use of independent third‑party promoters compensated on a percentage of advisory fees and its extensive affiliations with other Osaic entities (including TPAM and subadvisory relationships) create a service and distribution model that differs from many enterprise peers.

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Expertise

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting

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Occupation focus

Founder/Business Owner Executive

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Location

1111 S Silverstone Way 1st Floor

Meridiam ID 83642

Advisors at this office

6

Advisors at this office

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Jennifer F

Series 63, Series 65

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Jennifer Foster is a financial advisor with Osaic Institutions, Inc. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 25 years of industry experience. Her previous roles include positions at U.S. Bancorp Investments, Ameriprise, and Securities America. Foster also serves as a financial advisor for Idaho Central Credit Union. Osaic Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, ERISA retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments, operating with a hybrid adviser and broker-dealer structure.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Melody R

Series 65

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Melody Royer is a financial advisor at OSAIC Institutions, Inc. with a Series 65 credential and one year of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at ICCU, Sand Creek Capital, and various other organizations. OSAIC Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, ERISA plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers a range of customized advisory services and operates with a hybrid adviser/broker-dealer structure that includes access to alternative investments and a lending marketplace.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Sandra P

Series 63, Series 66

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Sandra Penner is a financial advisor with Osaic Institutions, Inc. holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and 30 years of industry experience. Her prior work includes 15 years at Citigroup Global Markets, Inc. and Citi Private Bank, as well as time at Merrill and Banc of America Investment Services, Inc. She currently works within the OSAIC advisory network. Osaic Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, ERISA retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients. The firm offers customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments and lending solutions through a hybrid adviser/broker-dealer model.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Lora L

Series 66

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Lora Lakatos is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor at OSAIC Institutions, Inc. with 13 years of industry experience. Her prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, U.S. Bancorp Investments, Inc., Wells Fargo Clearing, and Securities America, Inc. She also serves as operations manager for an independent RIA, Idaho Central Wealth Management. OSAIC Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered adviser serving individual, retirement plan, trust, estate, and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments, operating under a hybrid adviser/broker-dealer model with both discretionary and non-discretionary accounts.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Aaron W

Series 66, Series 63, Series 65

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Aaron Williamson is a financial advisor with OSAIC Institutions, Inc. holding Series 66, Series 63, and Series 65 designations and 14 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services, Key Bank, and Idaho Trust Bank. Outside of advisory work, he is president of a college philanthropy organization. OSAIC Institutions, Inc. serves individuals, ERISA plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a network of investment adviser representatives, offering customized advisory and consulting services along with access to alternative investments and lending solutions. The firm operates a hybrid adviser/broker-dealer structure with a focus on firm supervision and extensive third-party relationships.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Sean M

Series 66

Meridiam, ID

OSAIC Institutions, INC.

Sean Meldrum is a financial advisor at Osaic Institutions, Inc. with seven years of industry experience. He holds the Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Ameriprise Financial Services, LLC, and Securities America, Inc. Meldrum is also affiliated with Idaho Central Credit Union in a financial advisory capacity. Osaic Institutions, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser serving individuals, retirement plans, trusts, estates, and corporate clients through a large network of investment adviser representatives. The firm offers customized advisory services, financial planning, ERISA plan services, and access to alternative investments, operating under a hybrid adviser/broker-dealer model.

Annuities Tax-loss harvesting Founder/Business Owner Executive
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