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Election Notice – 9/1/21

Summary

The purpose of this Notice is to notify member firms of the upcoming nomination and election process to fill vacancies on FINRA’s Regional Committees. The Regional Committees play an important part of informing FINRA’s regulatory programs by, among other things, alerting FINRA to industry trends that could present regulatory concerns, and consulting with FINRA on proposed policies and rule changes.

Walter Cruttenden Comment On Special Notice – 6/30/21

Re: Effective Methods to Educate Newer Investors Dear Distinguished FINRA Representatives, As a FINRA member for 50 years, founder of several retail securities firms, and creator of Acorns, which has helped millions of new investors get started, I’ve gained a practical understanding of the behaviors and needs of novice investors. The number one finding is that people rarely learn about investing through everyday activities - like reading articles, watching videos or playing games - they learn investing by investing. The old adage is true, the best education comes from experience.

2017056432606 Donald J. Fowler CRD 4989632 AWC va (2021-1632529222003).pdf

FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE, WAIVER, AND CONSENT NO. 2017056432606 TO: Department of Enforcement Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) RE: Donald J. Fowler (Respondent) Former General Securities Representative CRD No. 4989632 Pursuant to FINRA Rule 9216, Respondent Donald J. Fowler submits this Letter of Acceptance, Waiver, and Consent (AWC) for the purpose of proposing a settlement of the alleged rule violations described below.

2019064979901 Andes Capital Group, LLC CRD 139212 AWC va (2021-1632529222399).pdf

FINANCIAL INDUSTRY REGULATORY AUTHORITY LETTER OF ACCEPTANCE, WAIVER, AND CONSENT NO. 2019064979901 TO: Department of Enforcement Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) RE: Andes Capital Group, LLC (Respondent) Member Firm CRD No. 139212 Pursuant to FINRA Rule 9216, Respondent Andes Capital Group, LLC submits this Letter of Acceptance, Waiver, and Consent (AWC) for the purpose of proposing a settlement of the alleged rule violations described below.