Investors potentially incurred losses because of securities broker Kenneth Joseph Arena (also known as Ken Arena and Kenny Arena) [CRD: 6997, Pompano Beach, Florida], according to publicly available information found on Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) BrokerCheck. Arena worked for Cetera Wealth Services LLC from December 1, 2023, to the present, Cetera Investment Advisers LLC from April 1, 2024, to the present, Newbridge Financial Services Group Inc. from June 3, 2014, to December 4, 2023, and Newbridge Securities Corporation from May 9, 2014, to December 4, 2023. See below to learn more about disclosures involving Arena and investor disputes.
Newbridge Securities Investor Accused Ken Arena Of Breach Of Contract, Misrepresentation, And Negligence
Specifically, on March 3, 2026, a Newbridge Securities Corporation client filed FINRA Arbitration No. 26-00500 about Kenneth Arena. Primarily, the client alleged that Arena breached his fiduciary duty, violated FINRA rules, breached a contract, violated state and federal securities laws, failed to supervise certain representatives, made misrepresentations, acted negligently, and violated Regulation Best Interest obligations. Because of this, the client allegedly suffered damages on alternative investments. Therefore, the client requested $500,000 in compensation from Newbridge Securities Corporation or Arena. BrokerCheck shows that this arbitration is ongoing.
Kenneth Arena Disclosed Excessive Trading Allegations By Ameriprise Financial Services Client
Particularly, a client of Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. contested Kenneth Arena’s sales practices, according to a complaint. Allegedly, Arena engaged in excessive trading. It appears that Arena allegedly caused the client to experience damages on stocks and over-the-counter equities. Consequently, Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. opted to settle the matter on April 2, 2014, by compensating the client in the amount of $170,311.59.
Wachovia Securities Investor Accused Ken Arena Of Sales Practice Violation
Also, on August 11, 2005, a Wachovia Securities LLC client filed a complaint about Kenneth Arena. Mainly, the client alleged that Arena downplayed investment risks associated with CNL Hotels and Resorts recommendations 2004. For this reason, the client allegedly sustained damages on real estate investment trusts (REITs). As a result, the client requested $10,000 in compensation from Wachovia Securities LLC or Arena. However, the firm denied this complaint.
Wachovia Securities Investor Accused Kenneth Arena Of Misrepresentation
Additionally, on December 6, 2002, a Wachovia Securities Inc. client filed a complaint about Kenneth Arena. Primarily, the client alleged that Arena made misrepresentations by describing a mutual fund portfolio as not being subject to value fluctuations. Because of this, the client allegedly incurred damages on mutual funds. Therefore, the client requested $51,000 in compensation from Wachovia Securities Inc. or Arena. However, the firm denied this complaint.
Were You Impacted By Financial Advisor / Securities Broker Ken Arena?
Do you need clarity on any investment losses relating to Kenneth Arena? You can contact Soreide Law Group online or at (888) 760-6552 and consult with a securities attorney regarding a potential recovery of your investment losses. Soreide Law Group has recovered losses for hundreds of individuals throughout the United States. Also, our securities lawyers work on a contingency fee basis and advance all costs. Arena and brokerage firms Arena worked for deny allegations of sales practice violations.
