Francis Cherniawski
Investment Adviser Representative at Madison Avenue Securities, LLC
Professional summary
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Francis Cherniawski is an investment adviser representative with Madison Avenue Securities, LLC in Lansing, MI, where they have been registered since 2021. They have worked in the securities industry since 1986 and were previously registered with SPC. They have passed 4 industry qualification exams, including the Series 63 (state securities agent), Series 6 (investment company and variable products), and Series 26 (investment company and variable products principal). They are registered to provide investment advice in California, Michigan, New York, and Texas.
Registrations & licenses
- Investment adviser:
- California, Michigan, New York, Texas
- Broker:
26 states and territories
Arizona, California, Colorado, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington
Registration requirements vary by state and service. Contact the advisor's firm to confirm whether they can serve you.
Financial-firm registration history
Registration history as reported to FINRA, most recent first.
Reported employment history
Employment the advisor reported on their SEC/FINRA filings, as of October 8, 2026. It may not be a complete history.
- POHL AND Associates, Inc.Dec 1989 – no end date reportedLansing, MI
- Madison Avenue Securities, Inc.Jan 2012 – no end date reportedLansing, MI
- Wealth Management Institute, Inc.Jan 1990 – no end date reportedLansing, MI
- Global Financial Opportunities Corp.Jan 2000 – no end date reportedLansing, MI
Official records & sources
Data as of August 10, 2026 · Source: SEC IAPD & FINRA BrokerCheck
About Madison Avenue Securities, LLC
These details describe the firm overall. Individual advisors' services, clients, and fees may differ.
Fee arrangements the firm reports
- Percentage of assets under management
- Commissions
- Hourly
- Fixed fee
- Firm account minimum
- $10,000 (waivable)
Arrangements the firm reports on its Form ADV; this advisor may not charge every fee listed. Estimated from the firm's Form ADV — individual terms may differ. Not a quote.
Services the firm offers
Full-service broker-dealer and Registered Investment Advisor services, including a broad investment offering, open-architecture business approach, customized business plans, loyalty programs, individualized training and coaching, technology partnerships for digital client experience, and operational support.
Client types the firm serves
Firm assets under management
$1B–$5B
- Firm disclosures (Form ADV)
- Disciplinary history reportedVerify on SEC IAPD
- Advisors listed on AdvisorFinder:
- 98
- Offices listed on AdvisorFinder:
- 50
- Main office:
- San Diego, CA
- SEC file number:
- 801-69919
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Form ADV data as of September 3, 2026
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