Grand Rapids, MI E Beltline SE Office

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Wells Fargo Clearing

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Firm-wide stats for Wells Fargo Clearing

Total advisors

14,118

Across 1,476 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.

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Occupation focus

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Location

2025 E Beltline SE Ste 501

Grand Rapids MI 49546

Advisors at this office

28

Advisors at this office

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Scott B

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Scott Bylsma is a CFP® professional with 36 years of industry experience, currently serving at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. Prior to that, he worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2012 to 2016. He holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and is based in Grand Rapids, MI. 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 grounded in 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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Katherine S

Series 63, Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Katherine Sarb is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 licenses and three years of industry experience. Prior to joining Wells Fargo in 2021, she held various roles including positions with the Grand Rapids Symphony and Calvin College. Outside of her advisory work, she is a vocalist with The Soul Syndicate Band. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory services. The firm’s IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Sharon A

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Sharon Apol is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing, holding a Series 66 designation and 15 years of industry experience. She has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2021 and previously at Fifth Third Securities from 2010 to 2021. 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 range of investment options that include insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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John D

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

John Dykstra is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, bringing 18 years of industry experience. He has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016 and previously at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as the board president of the Timber Ridge Estates Homeowners Association. 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 IPS-driven approach incorporates modern portfolio theory and includes a broader set of financial product offerings than typical large institutional advisers.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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James S

Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

James Smith is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and bringing 37 years of industry experience. He previously worked with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2009 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he serves on the board of Ocean Village Capstan, a homeowners association in Fort Pierce, FL. 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 uses research and analytics to guide investment decisions and offers a range of financial products through bank and insurance affiliates.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Michele S

Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Michele Simons is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 19 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has worked at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services 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 incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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David W

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

David Westphal is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding the CFP® designation and securities licenses Series 63, 65, and 66. He has 26 years of industry experience, including ten years at Wells Fargo Clearing and seven years at Wells Fargo Advisors 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 approximately $671 billion in assets and offers brokerage and advisory solutions supported by research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Michael S

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Michael Sherman is a CFP® with 23 years of industry experience, currently serving as a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016. He previously worked with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC from 2001 to 2016. Outside of his advisory role, Sherman serves as a board member for the Revado Hills Condo Association in Holland, MI. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advisory solutions. The firm utilizes an IPS-driven approach grounded in modern portfolio theory and includes a broad range of financial products, such as insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep options, within its investment offerings.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Corey K

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Corey Kelva is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with five years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked previously at Fifth Third Securities and Fifth Third Bank. Outside of his advisory role, Kelva is a landlord of a rental property in Kalkaska, Michigan. 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 IPS-driven advisory process incorporates a broad range of investment options, including insurance-related vehicles and bank deposit sweep programs, and acts as an ERISA fiduciary when providing investment advice.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Dawn L

Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Dawn Lee is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with 28 years of industry experience. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and has worked at Wells Fargo Advisors LLC and Wells Fargo Clearing since 2009. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA plans 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 in its investment menus.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Jonathon M

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Jonathon Marosi is a Series 66-licensed financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, and has nine years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ryder Center and Saginaw Valley State University. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm providing investment advisory services, financial planning, retirement plan consulting, and brokerage solutions to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers a range of services, including discretionary and non-discretionary retirement plan consulting, supported by research and analytics from Wells Fargo Investment Institute.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Drew N

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Drew Neitzel is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding a Series 66 designation and 12 years of industry experience. He has been with Wells Fargo Clearing since 2016, following three years at Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC. Outside of his advisory role, Neitzel is a radio personality and color commentator, and he is involved with several local organizations, including serving on investment and financial development committees for the Kent County Parks Foundation and the Children’s Healing Center, as well as owning and directing a youth basketball camp. Wells Fargo Clearing provides retirement plan consulting services to qualified ERISA and non-qualified deferred compensation plans, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary investment advice. The firm’s process is IPS-driven and grounded in modern portfolio theory, with a notable range of investment options including insurance-related products and bank deposit sweep programs.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Michael D

Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Michael Despres is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 40 years of industry experience. He served with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC for seven years before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 2016. Outside of his advisory role, he is treasurer of Our Lady's Rosary Makers of Grand Rapids. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm offering investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individuals, corporations, and institutions. The firm employs a large network of advisors and uses research-driven investment strategies while providing a broad range of brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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James M

Series 63, Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

James Marosi is a financial advisor with Wells Fargo Clearing in Grand Rapids, MI, holding Series 63 and Series 66 registrations. He has 34 years of industry experience, including seven years with Wells Fargo Advisors LLC before joining Wells Fargo Clearing in 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, utilizing research from Wells Fargo Investment Institute and third-party sources in its investment approach.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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Matthew G

Series 66

Grand Rapids, MI

Wells Fargo Clearing

Matthew Gillette is a financial advisor at Wells Fargo Clearing with a Series 66 designation and two years of industry experience. He has previously worked at Academy Wealth Management and Flagstar Bank and has a background in education with roles at Hope College and Rockford Public Schools. He serves as a board member of the Historic Ottawa Beach Society. Wells Fargo Advisors is a national securities firm that provides investment advisory services, financial planning, and retirement plan consulting to individual, corporate, and institutional clients. The firm manages approximately $671 billion in assets and offers both brokerage and advisory solutions.

Retired Founder/Business Owner
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