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Ryan Brown Fired by TIAA-Cref Following Allegations

Ryan Brown (CRD #: 6019932) has been terminated by TIAA-Cref Individual & Institutional Services. This disclosure appears on his BrokerCheck record, accessed on September 10, 2024. Keep reading if you have questions regarding his alleged conduct. 

Employment Separation After Allegations 

On May 28, 2024, TIAA-Cref Individual & Institutional Services fired Ryan Brown following allegations that he did not fully educate some clients on the merits of transferring their accounts to TIAA in advance of the scheduled transition versus waiting for the automatic transfer of their accounts. 

Misrepresentation 

FINRA Rule 2020 prohibits the use of deceptive, manipulative, and otherwise fraudulent methods to influence the purchase and sale of securities. The misrepresentation or omission of material facts violates this rule.

Background Information 

Ryan Brown has passed the following exams: 

  • Series 65 Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination 
  • Series 66 Uniform Combined State Law Examination
  • SIE – Securities Industry Essentials Examination 
  • Series 7 General Securities Representative Examination  

During his ten years of experience, he has registered with three firms: 

  • TIAA-Cref Individual & Institutional Services (CRD #: 20472) 
  • J.P. Morgan Securities (CRD #: 79) 
  • Morgan Stanley (CRD #: 149777) 

Kurta Law Can Help 

If you worked with Ryan Brown and you have concerns about your investments, do not hesitate to contact us at 877-600-0098 or email info@kurtalawfirm.com for a free consultation. 

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