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2024082376001 Robert Kyle Averwater CRD 5614514 AWC ks.pdf

Between September 2020 and March 2024, Averwater instructed two junior employees at Fifth Third to complete FINRA Regulatory Element continuing education, Firm Element continuing education, and firm-required learning courses on his behalf, in violation of FlNRA Rule 2010. For this violation, Averwater is suspended for four months in all capacities, fined $10,000, and required to complete 10 hours of continuing education.

2025086836101 Charles J. Ehnot CRD 872769 AWC ks.pdf

Ehnot willfully failed to timely amend his Uniform Application for Securities Industry Registration or Transfer (Form U4) to disclose an unsatisfied tax lien and an unsatisfied judgment. As a result, Ehnot violated Article V, Section 2(c) ofFINRA's By-Laws and FINRA Rules 1122 and 2010. For this violation, Ehnot is suspended in all capacities for two months and fined $5,000.

Certified Crypto Investor Fraud Specialist

Certified Crypto Investor Fraud Specialist (C2IFS-C3O)

Designation Essentials
Status Currently offered and recognized by the issuing organization
Issuing Organization Association of Certified Crypto Compliance Officers (AC3O)
Qualification and Training Requirements
Prerequisites

Candidates must:

  • be at least 18 years of age and
  • hold a bachelor's degree or have prior experience in investment-related roles.
Designation Training Requirements

Self-paced, online training program

Designation Exam Type

Online, closed-book final exam

Continuing Education Requirements

10 hours every two years

Verification and Complaints
Online Designation Resource

Online at AC30 Validation Portal

Investor Complaint Process

Submit complaints via email to [email protected].

Published List of Disciplined Designees

None