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Mark Brian Fricks

Investment Adviser Representative at Gradient Investments, LLC

Marietta, GACRD #1645509Investment Adviser Representative
Disclosure(s) on record — verify on FINRA BrokerCheck
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Years of Experience
32 yrs
Exams Passed
3

Professional summary

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Mark Brian Fricks is an investment adviser representative with Gradient Investments, LLC in Marietta, GA, where they have been registered since 2022. They have worked in the securities industry since 1994 and have been registered with 4 firms, including Redhawk Wealth Advisors, Inc. and Camarda Wealth Advisory Group. They have passed 3 industry qualification exams, including the Series 65 (investment adviser), Series 63 (state securities agent), and Series 6 (investment company and variable products). They are registered to provide investment advice in Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Texas.

Registrations & licenses

Registration type
Investment Adviser Representative
As of August 17, 2026, from the advisor's current registrations on SEC IAPD
State registrations
Investment adviser:
Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Louisiana, North Carolina, South Carolina, Texas

Registration requirements vary by state and service. Contact the advisor's firm to confirm whether they can serve you.

Examinations passed
Series 65
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
Passed 10/3/2000
Series 63
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
Passed 6/14/2000
Series 6
Investment Company Products/Variable Contracts Representative Examination
Passed 6/14/2000

Financial-firm registration history

Registration history as reported to FINRA, most recent first.

Gradient Investments, LLCCurrent
4/1/2022 – Marietta, GA
Masterplan Retirement ConsultantsCurrent
5/30/2014 – Marietta, GA
Redhawk Wealth Advisors, Inc.
3/30/2012 – 5/21/2014Marietta, GA
Camarda Wealth Advisory Group
5/1/2012 – 6/25/2012Marietta, GA
YOUR Retirement Coach, Inc.
2/13/2008 – 9/20/2011Marietta, GA

Reported employment history

Employment the advisor reported on their SEC/FINRA filings, as of October 8, 2026. It may not be a complete history.

  1. FRICKS AND ASSCOCIATES, INC. dba MasterPlan Retirement Consultan
    Jul 2010 – no end date reportedMarietta, GA
  2. Masterplan Retirement Consultants, Inc.
    May 2014 – no end date reportedMarietta, GA
  3. Masterplan TAX Services, Inc.
    Feb 2015 – Feb 2022Marietta, GA
  4. Gradient Investments, LLC
    Mar 2022 – no end date reportedMarietta, GA

Official records & sources

Data as of August 10, 2026 · Source: SEC IAPD & FINRA BrokerCheck

About Gradient Investments, 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
  • Fixed fee

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

Portfolio Management for Individuals and Small BusinessesPortfolio Management for Businesses and InstitutionsPension ConsultingSelection of Other Advisers

Client types the firm serves

IndividualsHigh Net WorthPension/Profit Sharing

Firm assets under management

$5B–$25B

Firm disclosures (Form ADV)
Disciplinary history reportedVerify on SEC IAPD
Advisors listed on AdvisorFinder:
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Offices listed on AdvisorFinder:
1
Main office:
Arden Hills, MN
SEC file number:
801-70812

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Form ADV data as of September 30, 2026

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