Birmingham, AL Hwy 280 S Office

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Wells Fargo Clearing

Institution

Firm-wide stats for Wells Fargo Clearing

Total advisors

14,124

Across 1,522 offices

Clients per advisor

92 Typical

Avg AUM per client

$475,575 High

HNW client ratio

50% Very High

About

Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap‑fee programs and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate and institutional clients, including pension and charitable organizations. The firm operates at large scale—reporting roughly $671 billion in assets under management and more than 14,000 financial advisors—and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

For retirement plans it offers a mix of non‑discretionary consulting and discretionary Plan Level Investment Selection 3(38) services, along with IPS development, investment search and recommendation, benchmarking, participant education and periodic performance reporting. The firm relies on research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third‑party databases and generally evaluates managers and options using diversification principles and modern portfolio theory, while noting that available investment options are typically limited to a plan’s custodian platform.

A noteworthy operational feature is the firm’s role in distributing and facilitating a range of other financial products through bank and insurance affiliates—such as deposit sweep options, lending and trustee services, and insurance/annuity arrangements—and the Form ADV discloses referral and product‑related compensation that can affect advisor incentives. The brochure also discloses several recent regulatory enforcement actions and settlements related to cash sweep disclosures, advisory billing and supervisory controls, which are material considerations for prospective clients.

Based on Wells Fargo Clearing

Occupation focus

Retired Founder/Business Owner

Based on Wells Fargo Clearing

Location

2801 Hwy 280 S, Ste 1 400

Birmingham AL 35223

Advisors at this office

49

Advisors at this office

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Jamie H

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Jamie Holman is a CFP®-designated financial advisor with 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2020 and was previously with UBS Financial Services Inc. for 12 years. Holman holds ownership in two LLCs related to personal investments and recreation property. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Cassie M

Series 63

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Cassie Malchus Thomson is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 14 years of industry experience. She holds a Series 63 designation and previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 10 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services tailored to plan objectives and risk tolerances.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Daniel D

Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Daniel Dimick IV is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, AL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and 28 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously spent five years with Prudential Equity Group, LLC. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions across a large network of financial advisors.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Jonathan R

Series 63, Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Jonathan Register is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63 and Series 66 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at Stifel Nicolaus & Co Inc, Bank of America, N.A., and Merrill. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that offers investment advisory services, financial planning, wrap-fee programs, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and combines brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Nathan C

Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Nathan Collums is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and having 24 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services Inc. for 12 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment menu.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Katherine G

Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Katherine Gregg is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 15 years of industry experience. She holds the Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Bank of America and Merrill. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and incorporates a range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Michele P

Series 63

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Michele Pair is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, AL, holding a Series 63 designation and 25 years of industry experience. She has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Beverly B

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Beverly Barry is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding Series 63, Series 65, and Series 66 credentials and 29 years of industry experience. She previously worked at Morgan Stanley for 10 years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2023. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options in its investment menus.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Brandon B

Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Brandon Burroughs is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, AL, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 10 years of industry experience. His career includes roles at J.P. Morgan Securities, Wells Fargo Bank, Merrill, Bank of America, and Principal Financial Group. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions, utilizing research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources to support its investment approach.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Stephen R

Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Stephen Rice is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing who holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has 29 years of industry experience. He previously worked at UBS Financial Services for 23 years before joining Wells Fargo in 2020. Rice serves on the investment committee of the Alabama Institute for the Deaf and Blind and acts as treasurer for Dawson Memorial Baptist Church. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm administers roughly $671 billion in assets and combines research from its Wells Fargo Investment Institute with third-party analytics to support diversified investment strategies.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Britney B

Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Britney Bernstein is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 16 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has previously worked at PNC Investments, BBVA Securities Inc., BBVA Compass Insurance Agency, and COMPASS Bank. Outside of her advisory role, she is the majority owner of a paper shredding business. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary options. The firm’s advisory approach is IPS-driven and incorporates modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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James K

ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

James Kline is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 32 years of industry experience. He holds the ChFC® designation as well as Series 63 and Series 65 licenses. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2020, he worked at UBS Financial Services for nine years. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both non-discretionary and discretionary services. The firm’s advisory process is driven by investment policy statements and modern portfolio theory, with a notable inclusion of insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options among its investment offerings.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Scott C

Series 63, Series 65

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Scott Chambers is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 33 years of industry experience. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 designations. His prior experience includes roles at Ameriprise from 2009 to 2015 and Merrill from 1994 to 2009. Outside of his advisory work, he serves as a council member for the City of Leeds, Alabama. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Michael A

CFP®, Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Michael Atkins is a CFP® with six years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2019. He previously worked at Elevations Credit Union and ServisFirst Bank. Atkins volunteers as a financial literacy teacher through a community program in Birmingham, AL. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages roughly $671 billion in assets through over 14,000 advisors and offers a range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Sophie V

Series 66

Birmingham, AL

Wells Fargo Clearing

Sophie Ventura is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Birmingham, AL. She holds the Series 66 designation and has six years of industry experience. Since 2016, she has been with Wells Fargo Clearing. Outside of her advisory work, she serves as treasurer for Scouts BSA Troop 193 in Hoover, AL, managing financial records and processing payments. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm serving individual, corporate, and institutional clients with investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting. The firm utilizes research and analytics to guide its investment approach and offers a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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