Overview

Headquarters
Westlake Village, CA
Total Firm Assets
$687 million
Average High-Net-Worth Client Portfolio Size
$2.3 million
Minimum Account Size
$100,000

Fee Structure

Primary Fee Schedule (2025-03 ADV PART 2A+2B - FIRM BROCHURE)

MinMaxMarginal Fee Rate
$0 and above 2.00%
Illustrative Fee Rates
Total AssetsAnnual FeesAverage Fee Rate
$1 million $20,000 2.00%
$5 million $100,000 2.00%
$10 million $200,000 2.00%
$50 million $1,000,000 2.00%
$100 million $2,000,000 2.00%

Clients

High-Net-Worth Share of Firm Assets
74.27%
Number of High-Net-Worth Clients
225
Total Client Accounts
2,748
Discretionary Accounts
1,270
Non-Discretionary Accounts
1,478

Services Offered

Services: Financial Planning, Portfolio Management for Individuals, Portfolio Management for Institutional Clients, Pension Consulting, Investment Advisor Selection, Educational Seminars

Regulatory Filings

SEC CRD Number
18835

Additional Brochure: 2025-03 ADV PART 2A+2B - FIRM BROCHURE (2026-04-30)

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Part 2A of Form ADV: Firm Brochure Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC 31248 E. Oak Crest Drive, Ste 100 Westlake Village, California 91361 Telephone: 805-371-8020 Email: lmd@aewealth.com Web Address: www.allianceadvisory.com Web Address: www.aewealth.com April 29, 2026 This brochure provides information about the qualifications and business practices of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC (dba Alliance Entrust). If you have any questions about the contents of this brochure, please contact us at 805-371-8020 or lmd@aewealth.com. The information in this brochure has not been approved or verified by the United States Securities and Exchange Commission or by any state securities authority. Additional information about Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, also is available on the SEC’s website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov. You can search this site by a unique identifying number, known as a CRD number. Our firm's CRD number is 18835. All references to Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC being a registered investment adviser does not imply a certain level of skill, training, or any endorsement by the SEC. Rev. 04/29/26 Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC (Firm Brochure) 1 Item 2 Material Changes This section discusses only material changes since the last annual update of our brochure dated March 24, 2025. Management of Held-Away Accounts We now offer an additional service to manage certain “held-away” accounts (primarily employer-sponsored retirement plans and HSAs) using an order-management platform provided by Pontera Solutions, Inc. (“Pontera”). See Item 4 for a description of this service and Item 5 for fees and billing for held-away accounts. Assets Under Management Item 4 has been updated to reflect the firm’s current assets under management, consistent with the amounts reported in our most recent Form ADV Part 1A. Brokerage Practices Item 12 has been updated to reflect that, in addition to our existing preferred custodial platforms, certain client accounts may now be held on the Altruist Financial, LLC (“Altruist”) custodial platform. This change does not alter our advisory fee schedule but does provide an additional custodial option for eligible clients. 2 Item 3 Table of Contents Item 1 Cover Page 1 Item 2 Material Changes 2 Item 3 Table of Contents 3 Item 4 Advisory Business 4 Item 5 Fees and Compensation 9 Item 6 Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management 12 Item 7 Types of Clients 12 Item 8 Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss 12 Item 9 Disciplinary Information 15 Item 10 Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations 15 Item 11 Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading 16 Item 12 Brokerage Practices 18 Item 13 Review of Accounts 21 Item 14 Client Referrals and Other Compensation 21 Item 15 Custody 22 Item 16 Investment Discretion 22 Item 17 Voting Client Securities 22 Item 18 Financial Information 23 3 Item 4 Advisory Business OWNERSHIP AND STRUCTURE Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC is a SEC-registered investment adviser with its principal place of business located in California. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC began conducting business in 1982 and also does business as (dba) Alliance Entrust. The Firm has also registered the trade name Devoted Capital, which it expects to use in the future. These names are trade names/‘doing business as’ (DBA) designations; the registered investment adviser is Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. Our firm is wholly owned by our parent company, Alliance Financial Group, Inc. Alliance Financial Group, Inc. is owned by:  Randall P. Sanada Sr.,  Randall P. Sanada, Jr.,  Jerry V. Sanada ADVISORY SERVICES Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC offers the following advisory services to our clients: 1. Investment Portfolio Services 2. Investment Model Portfolio Management 3. Affiliated Operating Companies 4. Financial Planning 1. INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SERVICES (Non-Discretionary, Custom) Our firm provides asset management of client funds based on the individual needs of the client. Through personal discussions in which goals and objectives based on the client's particular circumstances are established, we develop the client's personal investment allocation. We create and manage a portfolio based on that ideal allocation. During our data-gathering process, we determine the client’s individual objectives, time horizons, risk tolerance, and liquidity needs. As appropriate, we may also review and discuss a client’s prior investment history, as well as family composition and background. We manage these advisory accounts on a non-discretionary basis. Account supervision is guided by the client's stated objectives (i.e., maximum capital appreciation, growth, income, or growth and income), as well as tax considerations. Clients may impose reasonable restrictions on investing in certain securities, types of securities, or industry sectors. Once the client's portfolio has been established, we review the portfolio at least annually or more frequently as requested by the client, and if necessary, rebalance the portfolio on an annual basis or more frequently, based on the client's individual needs. Our investment recommendations are not limited to any specific product or service offered by a broker- 4 dealer or insurance company and may include advice regarding the following securities:  Exchange-listed securities  Corporate debt securities (other than commercial paper)  Commercial paper  Municipal securities  Variable life insurance  Variable annuities  Mutual fund shares  United States governmental securities  Interests in partnerships investing in real estate Because some types of investments involve certain additional degrees of risk, they will only be recommended when consistent with the client's stated investment objectives, tolerance for risk, liquidity, and overall suitability and in the client’s best interests. To ensure that our initial determination of an appropriate portfolio remains suitable and that the account continues to be managed in a manner consistent with the client's financial circumstances, we will: 1) At least annually, contact each participating client to determine whether there have been any changes in the client's financial situation or investment objectives; and whether the client wishes to impose investment restrictions or modify existing restrictions. 2) Be reasonably available to consult with the client; and 3) Maintain client suitability information in each client's file. 2. INVESTMENT MODEL PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT (Discretionary, Model Driven) Our firm provides discretionary portfolio management through a series of model asset allocation portfolios designed to meet different risk and return objectives. Each model portfolio is designed to meet a particular investment goal. These model portfolios and the related investment strategies are described in more detail in Item 8 - Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss section of this Brochure. Our current model groups include:  Core: Conservative, Balanced Income, Growth & Income, Balanced Growth, Growth  Core Defensive: Conservative, Balanced Income, Growth & Income, Balanced Growth, Growth  Values Based: Conservative, Balanced Income, Growth & Income, Balanced Growth, Growth  Dimensional: Income, Conservative Income & Growth, Moderate Income & Growth, Growth & Income, Growth, Aggressive Growth, AFG Extended Equity  Dimensional Socially Responsible: Growth & Income, Growth 5  U.S. Large Cap Equity / AFG 50  Municipal Income Client Control and Discretion Your account is, of course, yours. You have the final say and may choose to place reasonable restrictions on the account at any time. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, does reserve the right to remove the account from the Model Program if the restrictions are unreasonable or interfere with the operation or effectiveness of the program. You may also remove your account from the Model Program on demand. All Model Program accounts are discretionary accounts. This means that you have given permission for Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, to trade the securities in these accounts without asking you for further permission. However, we have a fiduciary duty to act in your best interests at all times. In addition, the accounts are guided by general principles which help you, your Advisor, and Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, know the manner in which the account will be handled. Rebalancing and Ongoing Management Accounts will be periodically rebalanced to maintain your chosen allocation. Generally, your account will be reviewed on a quarterly basis to make sure the individual investments are within the specific allocation tolerances. When your investments move outside the allowed tolerance, it triggers a rebalancing of your account. Although the tolerances may vary by specific investment, they are generally set at approximately plus or minus 2% (relative). As market conditions change, the specific allocations, investments, and tolerances within your account will be adjusted by Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. These adjustments are guided by current and projected market conditions and modern portfolio theory. Core Accounts Each Core Account has an allocation to fit your financial plan. The purpose of the Core Account is to make investment decisions based on your investment objectives using modern portfolio theory to guide the particular allocations in the account. Core Accounts generally use funds with active managers rather than passive investment managers. Core Defensive Accounts Because Core Defensive accounts anticipate the need to draw cash, Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, pays particular attention to the cash portion of the account. This strategy typically holds approximately 12-18 months of the anticipated liquidity needs in a cash/money market position. That cash reserve allows Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, time to make the best decision on when to transition other securities to cash with the goal of not having to sell in unfavorable markets. Core Defensive accounts generally have all interest, cash dividends, and capital gains sent directly to the cash/money market position in the account. 6 Values -Based Accounts We offer Values-Based Accounts for clients who wish to incorporate certain values, including faith-based or biblically responsible preferences, into their investment decisions in addition to their financial objectives. These accounts generally use actively managed funds that apply values-based screening criteria beyond typical index approaches, seeking to avoid companies or activities the managers view as inconsistent with those values and to emphasize companies that demonstrate responsible business practices. Because of this additional screening layer, these accounts may be less diversified and may drift more in allocation and performance relative to similar portfolios that do not apply such screens or to broad market indices. Dimensional Accounts Each Dimensional Account has an allocation to fit your financial plan. The purpose of the Dimensional Account is to make investment decisions based on your investment objectives using a long-term strategic allocation using Dimensional Funds (DFA). Dimensional Funds are passively managed funds with low internal costs. Socially Responsible Dimensional Accounts Our Socially Responsible Dimensional Accounts take into consideration sustainable and ethical alternatives to traditional investing by selecting a blend of mutual funds that promote environmental stewardship, shareholder advocacy, and community investing. Individual Securities Accounts (Municipal Income and U.S. Large Cap Equity / AFG 50) Trades are made on an irregular basis, using proprietary modeling systems to monitor various lagging, coincident, and leading macro and micro economic statistics and to calculate various valuation metrics to project the best response to the market. Data is compiled from numerous independent research firms, such as Applied Finance Group, and the public domain. Generally, all interest, cash dividends, and capital gains distributions will be sent directly to the cash/money market position in your account. We manage these advisory accounts on a discretionary basis. Account supervision is guided by the client's stated objectives (i.e., maximum capital appreciation, growth, income, or growth and income), as well as tax considerations. Through personal discussions with the client in which the client's goals and objectives are established, we determine if the model portfolio is suitable and in the client’s best interest given the client's circumstances. Once we determine the suitability of the portfolio, the portfolio is managed based on the portfolio's goal, rather than on each client's individual needs. Clients, nevertheless, have the opportunity to place reasonable restrictions on the types of investments to be held in their account. Clients retain individual ownership of all securities. 3. AFFILIATED OPERATING COMPANIES Our firm may recommend private offerings of affiliated operating companies sponsored by Commune Capital, LLC (“Commune Capital”) to certain clients, typically structured as private limited partnerships or limited liability companies. These offerings are generally available only to accredited investors, and 7 each offering has its own private placement memorandum and related disclosure documents describing its objectives, investment strategy, risks, restrictions, fees, and expenses. Commune Capital offers various private placements and limited partnerships that invest in portfolios of commercial loans and in equity interests in commercial real estate (such as multi-family and self-storage properties). Each offering is managed by a management entity that is owned and operated, in whole or in part, by Commune Capital (see Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations). We recommend investments in these affiliated operating companies only when we believe they are suitable for a client and are in the client’s best interest in light of the client’s financial situation, investment objectives, time horizon, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, and overall circumstances. Our recommendations regarding these offerings are made on a non-discretionary basis; clients make the final decision whether to invest after reviewing the applicable offering documents. Because these operating companies are affiliated with our firm and/or our supervised persons, recommending them creates a conflict of interest, which is described in more detail in Item 10 of this brochure and in the relevant offering materials. Due to the illiquid and higher-risk nature of these private investments, we recommend them only when we believe they are consistent with the client’s stated objectives, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, suitability profile and overall best interests. 4. FINANCIAL PLANNING We provide financial planning services. Financial planning is a comprehensive evaluation of a client’s current and future financial state by using currently known variables to project future cash flows, asset values, and withdrawal plans. Through the financial planning process, we consider all questions, information, and analysis as they affect and are affected by the financial circumstances and objectives of the client. Clients purchasing this service receive a written report designed to assist them in pursuing their financial goals and objectives. The financial plan can address any or all of the following areas:  PERSONAL/NET WORTH: We review family records, budgeting, personal liability, estate information, and financial goals.  TAX & CASH FLOW: We analyze the client’s income tax and spending and planning for past, current, and future years; then illustrate the impact of various investments on the client's current income tax and future tax liability.  INVESTMENTS: We analyze investment alternatives and their effect on the client's portfolio.  RETIREMENT / FINANCIAL INDEPENDENCE: We analyze current strategies and investment plans to help the client achieve his or her retirement goals.  RISK MANAGEMENT: We review the client’s cash needs at death, income needs of surviving dependents, estate planning, and disability income. We review existing policies to ensure proper coverage for life, health, disability, long-term care, liability, home, and automobiles.  BENEFICIARY & ESTATE: We assist the client in assessing and developing long-term strategies, including as appropriate, living trusts, wills, estate tax reviews, powers of attorney, asset protection plans, nursing homes, and Medicaid.  EDUCATION: We review and assist in developing a saving plan and goal for future education 8 costs. We gather required information through in-depth personal interviews and questionnaires. Information gathered includes the client's current financial status, tax status, future goals, return objectives and attitudes towards risk. We carefully review documents supplied by the client, including a questionnaire completed by the client, prepare a written report, and present a plan, typically within six months of the contract date, provided that all information needed to prepare the financial plan has been promptly provided. Implementation of financial plan recommendations is entirely at the client's discretion. Should the client choose to implement the recommendations contained in the plan, we suggest the client work closely with his/her attorney, accountant, insurance agent, stockbroker, and/or other professional advisers as appropriate. We also provide general non-securities advice on topics that may include tax and budgetary planning, estate planning, education planning, and business planning. Our financial Planning recommendations are not limited to any specific product or service offered by a broker-dealer or insurance company. All recommendations are of a generic nature. OTHER ADVISORY SERVICES – MANAGEMENT OF HELD-AWAY ACCOUNTS We provide an additional service for accounts not held directly with preferred custodians, by leveraging an Order Management System to help implement our investment recommendations on behalf of the client. These are primarily 401(k) accounts, HSAs, and other assets we do not custody. We regularly review the available investment options in these accounts, monitor them, and rebalance and implement our strategies in a manner similar to the way we manage other types of accounts, though using different tools, as necessary. To provide this service, we use an Order Management System made available by Pontera Solutions, Inc. (“Pontera”). Through Pontera, we are able to view the account and make allocation changes among the investment options available in the plan. Our authority through Pontera is limited to managing the investment selections and allocations within the account. We do not have the ability, and will not seek or accept authority, to view or change beneficiaries, update contribution levels, update contact information, or process withdrawals, loans, or distributions from these held-away accounts; these actions remain the responsibility of the client and the plan provider. The Order Management System allows us to assist with managing these client accounts without having to obtain and maintain a client’s login credentials. Clients using the Order Management System will receive a link allowing them to connect their account(s) to the platform. Once a client account is connected to the Order Management System, we will monitor and rebalance or reallocate investments in that account in the same way as we do for other (non-held away) accounts, though using different tools. When clients engage us in this capacity, they are responsible to keep the Pontera platform link active, so that we will be able to access and manage the respective account without delay. If we determine that an Order Management System link has become inactive, we will use reasonable efforts 9 to notify the client to resolve the issue. However, clients may remain subject to our fees described in Item 5 even when we are not able to execute trades because of an inactive link. ASSETS UNDER MANAGEMENT Assets under Management: As noted above, we manage client assets on both a discretionary and non- discretionary basis. As of December 31, 2025, we manage a total of $687,372,472 in assets under management; with $392,526,364 under discretionary management and $294,846,108 under non- discretionary management. Item 5 Fees and Compensation INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SERVICES & INVESTMENT MODEL PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT FEES Our annual fees for Investment Portfolio Services and Investment Model Portfolio Management (Investment Management Services) are based upon a percentage of assets under management and generally range from 0.5% to 2.0%, depending on the size and type of account and the services provided. Our fees are billed quarterly in arrears based upon the value (market value or fair market value in the absence of market value), of the client's account at the end of the previous period. Fees are generally debited from the client’s account in accordance with the client authorization in the Investment Advisory Service Agreement. Clients have the option to have fees billed to them directly or to an alternative account with written authorization. Generally, a minimum of $100,000 of assets under management is required for this service. This account size may be negotiable under certain circumstances. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC may group certain related client accounts for the purpose of achieving the minimum account size and determining the annualized fee. FINANCIAL PLANNING FEES Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's Financial Planning fee is determined based on the nature of the services being provided and the complexity of each client’s circumstances. All fees are agreed upon prior to entering into a contract with any client. Our Financial Planning fees are calculated and charged on an hourly basis, ranging from $175 to $650 per hour. Although the length of time it will take to provide a Financial Plan will depend on each client's personal situation, we will provide an estimate for the total hours at the start of the advisory relationship. The client is billed in arrears based on actual hours accrued. Alternatively, our Financial Planning fees may be calculated and charged on a fixed fee basis, typically ranging from $1,250 to $10,000 per year, charged quarterly, depending on the specific arrangement reached with the client. We may request a retainer upon completion of our initial fact-finding session with the client; however, advance payment will never exceed $1,200 for work that will not be completed within six months. The 10 balance is due upon completion of the plan. Financial Planning Fee Offset: Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC reserves the discretion to reduce or waive the hourly fee and/or the minimum fixed fee if a financial planning client chooses to engage us for our Portfolio Management Services. FEES FOR HELD-AWAY ASSETS MANAGED VIA PONTERA The advisory fee rates for held-away accounts that we manage through Pontera may vary from other managed accounts by our firm and will be detailed specifically in the supplemental or exhibit documents for this service. Advisory fees for these held-away accounts are calculated and billed to clients in the same manner as our other advisory fees (for example, quarterly, in arrears), as described above. For held-away accounts managed through Pontera, neither Pontera nor the plan custodian typically offers us the ability to deduct fees directly from the held-away account. The fee payable for any held-away account will therefore be deducted directly from another non-qualified account that we manage for the client (such as an account held at Fidelity, Schwab, or Altruist), or, if agreed with the client, billed directly to the client (for example, via ACH from a personal checking account). In the event that a client’s account has insufficient funds or we and the client agree, the fees will be billed directly to the client. GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT FEES & COMPENSATION Additional Compensation Some investment advisor representatives of our firm are licensed as insurance agents. In their separate capacity, these individuals are able to implement insurance recommendations for advisory clients for separate and typical compensation. This presents a conflict of interest to the extent that these individuals recommend an insurance product which results in a commission being paid to the individuals. Clients are not under any obligation to engage these individuals when considering implementation of advisory recommendations. The implementation of any or all recommendations is solely at the discretion of the client. Commune Capital, LLC For certain private funds sponsored and managed by Commune Capital, LLC (“Commune Capital”), Alliance has an agreement with Commune Capital under which Alliance assesses its investment advisory fee directly to Commune Capital. Commune Capital satisfies this obligation using the management fees it receives from the investment funds it sponsors and manages. Investors in those funds do not bear any additional fees or expenses due to this arrangement other than those previously disclosed in the relevant fund offering documents and governing agreements. Certain investments recommended by Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, may be illiquid and require ongoing communication, education and service with the client. In the event a client terminates advisory services, Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, will cease providing investment management services with respect to liquid assets as of the termination date. 11 However, with respect to any remaining illiquid investments that cannot be readily liquidated, Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, may continue to provide limited administrative or servicing support until such investments are liquidated or transferred. To the extent Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, receives compensation from Commune Capital, LLC, related to those investments, such compensation will continue to be billed by Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, to Commune Capital, LLC. Limited Negotiability of Advisory Fees Although Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC has established the aforementioned fee schedule(s); we retain the discretion to negotiate alternative fees on a client-by-client basis. Client facts, circumstances, and needs are considered in determining the fee schedule. These include the complexity of the client, assets to be placed under management, anticipated future additional assets, related accounts, portfolio style, account composition, and reports among other factors. The specific annual fee is identified in the contract between the adviser and each client. Discounts, not generally available to our advisory clients, may be offered at the Advisor’s discretion. Termination of the Advisory Relationship A client agreement may be canceled at any time, by either party, for any reason by giving notice in writing to the Advisor. As disclosed above, certain fees are paid in advance of services provided. Upon termination of any account, any prepaid and unearned fees will be promptly refunded. In calculating a client’s reimbursement of fees, we will pro rate the reimbursement according to the number of days remaining in the billing period. Execution of Investment Account Transactions When we arrange for the execution of securities transactions for you, through non-affiliated brokers or dealers, we will strive to execute the transaction in a manner that we reasonably believe will provide best execution. In selecting a broker or dealer, we may consider, among other things, the broker or dealer’s execution capabilities, reputation, and access to the markets for the securities being traded. We generally will seek competitive commission rates but will not necessarily attempt to obtain the lowest possible commission for transactions in your account. Instead of allowing us to select brokers or dealers for your account, you may direct us in writing to use a particular broker or dealer to execute some or all transactions for your account. In that case, you will negotiate terms and arrangements for your account with that broker or dealer, and we will not seek better execution services or prices from other brokers or dealers or be able to “batch” client transactions for execution through other brokers or dealers with orders for other accounts advised or managed by us. As a result, you may pay higher commissions or other transaction costs or greater spreads, or receive less favorable net prices, on transactions for your account than would otherwise be the case. See Item 12 – Brokerage Practices for additional details. Mutual Fund Fees All fees paid to Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC for investment advisory services are separate from the internal fees and expenses charged by mutual funds and ETFs to their shareholders (including 12 management fees and, in some cases, distribution or “12b-1” fees). These fees and expenses are described in each fund’s prospectus and will reduce the fund’s returns to investors. In no case does Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC receive additional revenue from any of the internal fees or 12b-1 fees specific to each individual fund. We may recommend mutual funds and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) for client accounts. Some of the funds and share classes that are recommended may or may not be available to an investor on their own without an Investment Advisor. Clients should review both the fund expenses and our advisory fees to understand the total cost of their relationship with us. Additional Fees and Expenses In addition to our advisory fees, clients are also responsible for the fees and expenses charged by custodians and imposed by broker dealers, including but not limited to, any transaction charges imposed by a broker dealer with which an independent investment manager effects transactions for the client's account(s). Please refer to the "Brokerage Practices" section (Item 12) of this Form ADV for additional information. Advisory Fees in General Clients should note that similar advisory services may be available from other registered investment advisers for similar or lower fees. Limited Prepayment of Fees Under no circumstances do we require or solicit payment of fees in excess of $1,200 more than six months in advance of services rendered. Additional Fees We may receive fees from multiple sources. For example, we may receive fees from Clients for both financial planning and investment advisory services; any such arrangements and related fees will be disclosed in the client’s advisory agreement. Item 6 Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC does not charge performance-based fees. Item 7 Types of Clients Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, provides advisory services to the following types of clients:  Individuals (other than high net worth individuals)  High net worth individuals 13  Pension and profit sharing plans (other than plan participants)  Other pooled investment vehicles (e.g., hedge funds)  Charitable organizations  Corporations or other businesses not listed above  Trusts As described in Item 5 – Fees and Compensation, our firm has established certain initial minimum account requirements, based on the nature of the service(s) being provided. Requirements for opening and maintaining an account, such as minimum account size, are discussed under Item 5- Fees and Compensation and in the applicable service agreements. Item 8 Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies and Risk of Loss METHODS OF ANALYSIS We use the following methods of analysis in formulating our investment advice and/or managing client assets: Asset Allocation Rather than focusing primarily on securities selection, we attempt to identify an appropriate allocation of asset classes (including cash, fixed income, equities, and alternative assets) that are suitable to the client’s investment goals and risk tolerance. A risk of asset allocation is that the client may not participate in sharp increases in a particular security, industry, or market sector. Another risk is that the ratio of asset class allocations will change over time due to market movements and, if not corrected, will no longer be appropriate for the client’s goals. Fundamental Analysis We attempt to measure the intrinsic value of a security by looking at economic and financial factors (including the overall economy, industry conditions, and the financial condition and management of the company itself) to determine if the company is underpriced (indicating it may be a good time to buy) or overpriced (indicating it may be time to sell). Fundamental analysis does not attempt to anticipate market movements. This presents a potential risk, as the price of a security can move up or down along with the overall market regardless of the economic and financial factors considered in evaluating the stock. Technical Analysis In some cases, we may analyze past market movements and apply that analysis to the present to recognize recurring patterns of investor behavior and potentially predict future price movements. Technical analysis does not consider the underlying financial condition of a company. This presents a risk in that a poorly managed or financially unsound company may underperform regardless of market movement. 14 Quantitative Analysis We may use mathematical models in an attempt to obtain more accurate measurements of a company’s quantifiable data, such as the value of share price or earnings per share, and predict changes to that data. A risk in using quantitative analysis is that the models used may be based on assumptions that prove to be incorrect. Qualitative Analysis We may subjectively evaluate non-quantifiable factors such as quality of management, labor relations, and strength of research and development factors not readily subject to measurement and assess potential changes to share price based on that data. A risk in using qualitative analysis is that our subjective judgment may prove incorrect. Mutual Fund and/or ETF Analysis We may look at the experience and track record of the manager of the mutual fund or ETF in an attempt to determine if that manager has demonstrated an ability to invest over a period of time and in different economic conditions. We also look at the underlying assets in a mutual fund or ETF in an attempt to determine if there is significant overlap in the underlying investments held in another fund(s) in the client’s portfolio. We also monitor the funds or ETFs in an attempt to determine if they are continuing to follow their stated investment strategy. A risk of mutual fund and/or ETF analysis is that, as in all securities investments, past performance does not guarantee future results. A manager who has been successful may not be able to replicate that success in the future. In addition, as we do not control the underlying investments in a fund or ETF, managers of different funds held by the client may purchase the same security, increasing the risk to the client if that security were to fall in value. There is also a risk that a manager may deviate from the stated investment mandate or strategy of the fund or ETF, which could make the holding(s) less suitable for the client’s portfolio. Third-Party Money Manager Analysis We may examine the experience, expertise, investment philosophies, and past performance of independent third-party investment managers in an attempt to determine if that manager has demonstrated an ability to invest over a period of time and in different economic conditions. We monitor the manager’s underlying holdings, strategies, concentrations, and leverage as part of our overall periodic risk assessment. Additionally, as part of our due diligence process, we survey the manager’s compliance and business enterprise risks. A risk of investing with a third-party manager who has been successful in the past is that he/she may not be able to replicate that success in the future. In addition, as we do not control the underlying investments in a third-party manager’s portfolio, there is also a risk that a manager may deviate from the stated investment mandate or strategy of the portfolio, making it a less suitable investment for our clients. Moreover, as we do not control the manager’s daily business and compliance operations, we may be unaware of the lack of internal controls necessary to prevent business, regulatory, or reputational deficiencies. 15 Risks for all forms of Analysis Our securities analysis methods rely on the assumption that the companies whose securities we purchase and sell, the rating agencies that review these securities, and other publicly-available sources of information about these securities, are providing accurate and unbiased data. While we are alert to indications that data may be incorrect, there is always a risk that our analysis may be compromised by inaccurate or misleading information. INVESTMENT STRATEGIES We use the following strategy(ies) in managing client accounts, provided that such strategy(ies) are appropriate to the needs of the client and consistent with the client's investment objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizons, among other considerations: Core Model Portfolios We manage many client accounts using diversified “Core” model portfolios constructed primarily with mutual funds and/or exchange-traded funds (ETFs). These models are designed along a risk spectrum (for example, Conservative, Balanced Income, Growth & Income, Balanced Growth, and Growth) and are based on our asset allocation views and the methods of analysis described above. Core models generally use actively managed funds rather than purely passive index funds. The goal is to provide diversified exposure to major asset classes in a way we believe is appropriate for a client’s investment objectives, risk tolerance, and time horizon. Core Defensive Portfolios Core Defensive portfolios use the same general allocation framework as our Core models but are designed for clients who anticipate regular withdrawals. These portfolios typically maintain an elevated cash or cash-equivalent position (often targeting approximately 12–18 months of anticipated liquidity needs) to help fund distributions without having to sell other investments during unfavorable market conditions. Interest, dividends, and capital gains are generally directed to the cash position. This approach may result in different performance compared with similar non-defensive models due to the higher cash allocation. Values-Based Portfolios We offer values-based model portfolios, including faith-based and biblically responsible investing options, for clients who wish to align their investments with certain values in addition to their financial objectives. We currently offer a series of these models ranging from more conservative to more growth-oriented so that a client’s risk tolerance can be aligned with the client’s stated values. To the extent that it is practical and possible, theses portfolios generally use mutual funds and/or exchange-traded funds whose managers apply values-based screening criteria and a research process that seeks to invest in companies creating value for the global common good and to avoid companies whose products or practices are viewed as harmful to people or the environment. This may include avoiding exposure to areas such as abortion-related products or services, alcohol, pornography and explicit content, gambling, tobacco and recreational cannabis, certain controversial weapons, and other activities considered inconsistent with the client’s stated values, while emphasizing companies that demonstrate respect for human dignity, family and community, responsible corporate conduct, and 16 environmental stewardship. The client’s election to use a values-based or faith-based model, and any specific values-related preferences or limitations, will be documented as part of our onboarding or review process. Because of these additional constraints, these portfolios may be less diversified than, and may perform differently from, similar portfolios that do not apply such screens, and their performance may deviate, potentially significantly, from broad market indices. Dimensional Model Portfolios We also offer model portfolios built primarily with funds managed by Dimensional Fund Advisors (“Dimensional”). These models (for example, Income, Conservative Income & Growth, Moderate Income & Growth, Growth & Income, Growth, Aggressive Growth, and AFG Extended Equity) use a long-term, strategic allocation approach and are implemented using broadly diversified, factor-tilted, passively managed funds with relatively low internal costs. Dimensional model portfolios are designed to provide broad market exposure with an emphasis on certain risk/return characteristics such as size, value, and profitability factors. Dimensional Socially Responsible Portfolios Our Dimensional Socially Responsible model portfolios use Dimensional funds that incorporate certain environmental, social, or governance (“ESG”) considerations and/or other socially responsible criteria into their investment processes. These models seek to provide diversified exposure similar to other Dimensional models while taking into account sustainable or responsible investing considerations. There is no guarantee that these portfolios will achieve better performance, and their results may differ from portfolios that do not apply these criteria. Individual Securities Strategies (U.S. Large Cap Equity / Municipal Income) For certain strategies, such as our U.S. Large Cap Equity (AFG 50) and Municipal Income portfolios, we invest directly in individual securities instead of, or in addition to, funds. These strategies use proprietary models and external research to evaluate macro- and micro-economic indicators and company-specific valuation metrics, and trades are made on an as-needed basis rather than according to a fixed schedule. For Municipal Income, we typically focus on generating tax-efficient income through diversified holdings of municipal bonds. For these strategies, interest, cash dividends, and capital gains distributions are generally directed to the cash or money market position in the account. Long-term purchases We purchase securities with the idea of holding them in the client's account for a year or longer. Typically, we employ this strategy when:  we believe the securities to be currently undervalued, and/or;  we want exposure to a particular asset class over time, regardless of the current projection for this class. A risk in a long-term purchase strategy is that by holding the security for this length of time, we may not take advantage of short-term gains that could be profitable to a client. Moreover, if our predictions are 17 incorrect, a security may decline sharply in value before we make the decision to sell. Short-term purchases When utilizing this strategy, we purchase securities with the idea of selling them within a relatively short time (typically a year or less). We do this in an attempt to take advantage of conditions that we believe will soon result in a price swing in the securities we purchase. A short-term purchase strategy poses risks should the anticipated price swing not materialize; we are then left with the option of having a long-term investment in a security that was designed to be a short- term purchase, or potentially taking a loss. In addition, this strategy involves more frequent trading than does a longer-term strategy, and will result in increased brokerage and other transaction-related costs, as well as less favorable tax treatment of short-term capital gains. RISK OF LOSS Investing in securities involves risk of loss that clients should be prepared to bear. All investment programs we offer are subject to various types and degrees of market, interest rate, credit, liquidity, and other risks, and there is no guarantee that any investment strategy will achieve its objectives or avoid losses. We ask that clients work with us to help us understand their tolerance for risk so we can recommend strategies we believe are appropriate. Item 9 Disciplinary Information We are required to disclose any legal or disciplinary events that are material to a client's or prospective client's evaluation of our advisory business or the integrity of our management. There are no material disciplinary events relating to our firm and/or our management personnel. Item 10 Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations While Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, and its personnel endeavor at all times to put the interest of the clients first as part of our fiduciary duty, clients should be aware that the receipt of additional compensation itself creates a conflict of interest, and may affect the judgment of these individuals when making recommendations. Personnel of our firm, in their individual capacities, are licensed as insurance agents with various insurance companies. As such, these individuals are able to receive separate, customary commission compensation resulting from implementing product transactions on behalf of advisory clients. Clients, however, are not under any obligation to engage these individuals when considering implementation of advisory recommendations. The implementation of any or all recommendations is solely at the discretion of the client. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC and/or management personnel of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC are related, through common ownership and control, to Alliance Financial Group, Inc (AFG). Alliance Financial Group, Inc. or one or more of our related persons also act as general partner or manager of 18 Commune Capital, LLC, (“Commune Capital”) and its various entities (described in Item 4 above and disclosed on Item 7.A and Item 7.B of our ADV Part 1). (Part 1 of our Form ADV can be accessed by following the directions provided on the Cover Page of this Firm Brochure.) For certain private funds sponsored and managed by Commune Capital, Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, has an agreement with Commune Capital under which Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, assesses its investment advisory fee directly to Commune Capital. Commune Capital satisfies this obligation using the management fees it receives from the investment funds it sponsors and manages. Investors in those funds do not bear any additional fees or expenses due to this arrangement other than those disclosed in the relevant fund offering documents and governing agreements. Because AFG and Commune Capital are under common ownership or control with our firm, we have a conflict of interest when we recommend that advisory clients invest in private funds or other operating companies sponsored or managed by Commune Capital or its affiliates. We address this conflict through our fiduciary duty to act in each client’s best interest by recommending such investments only when we reasonably believe that they are suitable for and in the client’s best interest in light of the client’s objectives, risk tolerance, liquidity needs, costs, and reasonably available alternatives; by providing clients with the applicable private placement memorandum and offering documents, and by clearly disclosing this affiliation and fee arrangement in this brochure and in the offering materials. Clients are under no obligation to invest in any Commune-related fund or other affiliated offering. Advisory clients of our firm may be solicited to invest in these entities; however, because investment in these types of entities may involve certain additional degrees of risk, they will only be recommended when consistent with the client's stated investment objectives, tolerance for risk, liquidity needs, and overall suitability and in the client’s best interests. Clients are under no obligation to invest in any of the above described entities or to implement any advisory recommendations. Clients should be aware that the receipt of additional compensation by Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC and its management persons or employees creates a conflict of interest that may impair the objectivity of our firm and these individuals when making advisory recommendations. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, endeavors at all times to put the interest of its clients first as part of our fiduciary duty investment adviser; we take the following steps to address this conflict: as a registered  we disclose to clients the existence of all material conflicts of interest, including the potential for our firm and our employees to earn compensation from advisory clients in addition to our firm's advisory fees;  we disclose to clients that they are not obligated to purchase recommended investment products from our employees or affiliated companies;  we collect, maintain and document accurate, complete, and relevant client background information, including the client’s financial goals, objectives, and risk tolerance;  our firm's management conducts regular reviews of each client account to verify that all recommendations made to a client are suitable and in the client’s best interest in light of the client’s needs and circumstances;  we require that our employees seek prior approval of any outside employment activity so that we may ensure that any conflicts of interests in such activities are properly addressed; 19  we periodically monitor these outside employment activities to verify that any conflicts of interest continue to be properly addressed by our firm; and  we educate our employees regarding the responsibilities of a fiduciary, including the need for having a reasonable and independent basis for the investment advice provided to clients. Item 11 Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions and Personal Trading Our firm has adopted a Code of Ethics which sets forth high ethical standards of business conduct that we require of our employees, including compliance with applicable federal securities laws. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, and our personnel owe a duty of loyalty, fairness, and good faith towards our clients, and have an obligation to adhere not only to the specific provisions of the Code of Ethics but to the general principles that guide the Code of Ethics. Our Code of Ethics includes policies and procedures for the review of quarterly securities transactions reports as well as initial and annual securities holdings reports that must be submitted by the firm’s access persons. Among other things, our Code of Ethics also requires prior approval of any acquisition of securities in a limited offering (e.g., private placement) or an initial public offering. Our Code of Ethics also provides for oversight, enforcement, and recordkeeping provisions. Our Code of Ethics further includes the firm's policy prohibiting the use of material non-public information. While we do not believe that we have any particular access to non-public information, all employees are reminded that such information may not be used in a personal or professional capacity. A full copy of our Code of Ethics is available to our advisory clients and prospective clients. You may request a copy by email sent to lmd@aewealth.com or by calling us at 805-371-8020. Agency Cross-Transactions Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, and individuals associated with our firm are prohibited from engaging in principal transactions. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC may, at times, effect an agency cross transaction for an advisory client, provided that the transaction is consistent with our firm's fiduciary duty to the client and that all requirements outlined in Sec. 206(3)-2 of the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 are met. An agency cross transaction is a transaction where our firm acts as an investment adviser in relation to a transaction in which Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, or any person controlled by or under common control with our firm, acts as broker for both the advisory client and for another person on the other side of the transaction. Other Entities Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC and/or management personnel of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC are related, through common ownership and control, to Alliance Financial Group, Inc. Alliance Financial Group, Inc. also acts as general partner or manager of Commune Capital, LLC, and its various entities (the “Entity”). 20 Investments in the Entity may be recommended to advisory clients for whom such an investment may be more suitable than would a separate advisory account managed by our firm. Clients who invest in the Entity are not charged any additional advisory fees other than the advisory fee allocated to the limited partners or members of the Entity. The Entity is not required to register as an investment company under the Investment Company Act of 1940 in reliance upon an exemption available to funds whose securities are not publicly offered. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, and affiliates manage the Entity on a discretionary basis in accordance with the terms and conditions of the Entity's offering and organizational documents. Personal Transactions Our Code of Ethics is designed to assure that the personal securities transactions, activities, and interests of our employees will not interfere with (i) making decisions in the best interest of advisory clients and (ii) implementing such decisions while, at the same time, allowing employees to invest for their own accounts. Our firm and/or individuals associated with our firm may buy or sell for their personal accounts securities identical to or different from those recommended to our clients. In addition, any related person(s) may have an interest or position in a certain security which may also be recommended to a client. We may aggregate our employee trades with client transactions where possible and when compliant with our duty to seek best execution for our clients. In these instances, participating clients will receive an average share price and transaction costs (when applicable) will be shared equally and on a pro-rata basis. In the instances where there is a partial fill of a particular batched order, we will allocate all purchases pro-rata, with each account paying the average price. Our employee accounts will be included in the pro-rata allocation. As these situations represent actual or potential conflicts of interest to our clients, we have established the following policies and procedures for implementing our firm’s Code of Ethics, to ensure our firm complies with its regulatory obligations and provides our clients and potential clients with full and fair disclosure of such conflicts of interest: 1. No principal or employee of our firm may put his or her own interest above the interest of an advisory client. 2. No principal or employee of our firm may buy or sell securities for their personal portfolio(s) where their decision is a result of information received as a result of his or her employment unless the information is also available to the investing public. 3. It is the policy of our firm that no principal or employee may purchase or sell any security prior to a transaction(s) being implemented for an advisory account. This prevents such individuals from benefiting from transactions placed on behalf of advisory accounts. 4. Our firm requires prior approval for any IPO or private placement investments by related persons of the firm. 5. We maintain a list of all reportable securities holdings for our firm and anyone associated with this advisory practice that has access to advisory recommendations ("access person"). These holdings are reviewed on a regular basis by our firm's Chief Compliance Officer or his/her designee. 21 6. We have established procedures for the maintenance of all required books and records. 7. All clients are fully informed that related persons may receive separate commission compensation when effecting transactions during the implementation process. 8. Clients can decline to implement any advice rendered, except in situations where our firm is granted discretionary authority. 9. All of our principals and employees must act in accordance with all applicable Federal and State regulations governing registered investment advisory practices. 10. We require delivery and acknowledgement of the Code of Ethics by each supervised person of our firm. 11. We have established policies requiring the reporting of Code of Ethics violations to our senior management. 12. Any individual who violates any of the above restrictions may be subject to termination. As disclosed in the preceding section of this Brochure (Item 10), related persons of our firm are licensed as an insurance agent/broker of various insurance companies. Please refer to Item 10 for a detailed explanation of these relationships and important conflict of interest disclosures. Item 12 Brokerage Practices Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC does not have any soft-dollar arrangements. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC may block trade where possible and when advantageous to clients. This blocking of trades permits the trading of aggregate blocks of securities composed of assets from multiple client accounts. Block trading may allow us to execute equity trades in a timelier, more equitable manner, at an average share price. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC will typically aggregate trades among clients whose accounts can be traded at a given broker. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's block trading policy and procedures are as follows: 1. Transactions for any client account may not be aggregated for execution if the practice is prohibited by or inconsistent with the client's advisory agreement with Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, or our firm's order allocation policy. 2. The trading desk in concert with the portfolio manager must determine that the purchase or sale of the particular security involved is appropriate for the client and consistent with the client's investment objectives and with any investment guidelines or restrictions applicable to the client's account. 3. The portfolio manager must reasonably believe that the order aggregation will benefit, and will enable Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC to seek best execution for each client participating in the aggregated order. This requires a good faith judgment at the time the order is placed for the execution. It does not mean that the determination made in advance of the transaction must always prove to have been correct in the light of a "20-20 hindsight" perspective. Best execution includes the duty to seek the best quality of execution, as well as the best net price. 4. Prior to entry of an aggregated order, orders for each individual account are created but not 22 sent. An allocation list is created based on these orders at which time a block order ticket is created, reviewed, and submitted. 5. If the order cannot be executed in full at the same price or time, the securities actually purchased or sold by the close of each business day must be allocated pro rata among the participating client accounts in accordance with the initial order ticket or other written statement of allocation. However, adjustments to this pro rata allocation may be made to participating client accounts in accordance with the initial order ticket or other written statement of allocation. Furthermore, adjustments to this pro rata allocation may be made to avoid having odd amounts of shares held in any client account, or to avoid excessive ticket charges in smaller accounts. 6. Generally, each client that participates in the aggregated order must do so at the average price for all separate transactions made to fill the order, and must share in any fees associated with the trades on a pro rata basis in proportion to the client's participation. Under the client’s agreement with the custodian/broker, transaction costs may be based on the number of shares traded for each client. 7. If the order will be allocated in a manner other than that stated in the initial statement of allocation, a written explanation of the change must be provided to and approved by the Chief Compliance Officer no later than the morning following the execution of the aggregate trade. 8. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's client account records separately reflect, for each account in which the aggregated transaction occurred, the securities which are held by, and bought and sold for, that account. 9. Funds and securities for aggregated orders are clearly identified on Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's records and to the broker-dealers or other intermediaries handling the transactions, by the appropriate account numbers for each participating client. 10. No client or account will be favored over another. Custodians and Brokerage Platforms (Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab, National Advisors Trust Company, and Altruist Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC does not have any soft-dollar arrangements. We do not receive research or other “soft dollar” benefits that fall within Section 28(e); however, we do receive technology, custody, and other platform services as described below. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC has arrangements with Fidelity Investments, Charles Schwab Institutional, National Advisors Trust Company, and Altruist Financial, LLC, (together, with all affiliates, “Fidelity,” "Schwab," “NATC,,” and “Altruist”) through which these firms provide our firm with their "platform" services. The platform services include, among others, brokerage, custodial, administrative support, record keeping and related services that are intended to support Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC in conducting business and in serving the best interests of our clients but that may also benefit us. Fidelity, Schwab, NATC, and Altruist charge brokerage commissions and transaction fees for effecting certain securities transactions (i.e., transactions fees may be charged for certain no-load mutual funds, commissions may be charged for individual equity and debt securities transactions), while making other 23 trades or funds available with reduced or no transaction charges Their commission and transaction-fee rates are generally considered competitive with customary retail commission rates; however, the commissions and transaction fees charged by Fidelity, Schwab, NATC, or Altruist may be higher or lower than those charged by other custodians and broker-dealers. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC receives services called WealthScape from Fidelity and Schwab Advisor Center from Schwab, and comparable custodial and technology tools from NATC and Altruist, which we use to manage client accounts, generate and allocated trade orders, and produce reports. Without these arrangements, we might be compelled to purchase the same or similar services at our own expense. As a result of receiving such services for no additional cost, we may have an incentive to continue to use or expand the use of Fidelity and Schwab's services. We examined these potential conflicts of interest when we chose to enter into these relationships and have determined that these relationships are in the best interests of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's clients and satisfies our client obligations, including our duty to seek best execution. A client may pay a commission or transaction fee that is higher than another qualified broker-dealer might charge to effect the same transaction where we determine in good faith that the fee is reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage and research services received. In seeking best execution, the determinative factor is not the lowest possible cost, but whether the transaction represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration the full range of a broker-dealer’s services, including the value of research provided, execution capability, commission rates, and responsiveness. Accordingly, while Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC will seek competitive rates, to the benefit of all clients, we may not necessarily obtain the lowest possible commission or transaction fee rates for specific client account transactions. Although the services that may be obtained by us will generally be used to service all of our clients, a brokerage commission paid by a specific client may be used to pay for services that are not used in managing that specific client’s account. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC, Fidelity, Schwab, and Altruist are not affiliated. Item 13 Review of Accounts As noted below, Client accounts are reviewed by the Client’s Advisor and randomly reviewed by the Chief Compliance Officer, or designee. INVESTMENT PORTFOLIO SERVICES & INVESTMENT MODEL PORTFOLIO MANAGEMENT SERVICES REVIEWS: While the underlying securities within the accounts are regularly monitored, these accounts are reviewed at least annually. Accounts are reviewed in the context of each client's stated investment objectives and guidelines. More frequent reviews may be triggered by material changes in variables such as the client's individual circumstances, or the market. REPORTS: In addition to the monthly statements and confirmations of transactions that clients receive from their broker-dealer or custodian, we may provide periodic written reports (typically quarterly, semi-annually, or annually), depending on client request and investment advisory agreements, summarizing account performance, balances, and holdings. These reports along with the custodial 24 reports will also remind the client to notify us if there have been changes in the client's financial situation or investment objectives and whether the client wishes to impose investment restrictions or modify existing restrictions. FINANCIAL PLANNING SERVICES REVIEWS: While reviews may occur at different stages depending on the nature and terms of the specific engagement, typically no formal reviews will be conducted for Financial Planning clients unless otherwise contracted for. REPORTS: Financial Planning clients will receive a completed financial plan. Additional reports will not typically be provided unless otherwise contracted for. Item 14 Client Referrals and Other Compensation CLIENT REFERRALS Our firm may pay referral fees to independent persons or firms ("Solicitors") for introducing clients to us. Whenever we pay a referral fee, we require the Solicitor to provide the prospective client with a copy of this document (our Firm Brochure) and a separate disclosure statement that includes the following information:  the Solicitor's name and relationship with our firm;  the fact that the Solicitor is being paid a referral fee;  the amount of the fee; and  Whether the fee paid to us by the client will be increased above our normal fees in order to compensate the Solicitor. As a matter of firm practice, the advisory fees paid to us by clients referred by solicitors are not increased as a result of any referral. It is Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC's policy not to accept or allow our related persons to accept any form of compensation, including cash, sales awards, or other prizes, from a non-client in conjunction with the advisory services we provide to our clients. Item 15 Custody Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC is not deemed to have custody of client funds or securities. Client assets are maintained at qualified custodians in accounts held in the client’s name. For any private offering a client may choose to make, those assets are held in the name of the offering and under the control of the manager or general partner (which is not Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC). In addition to the periodic account statements that clients receive directly from their qualified custodians, we may also send account statements directly to our clients on a quarterly basis, depending on their investment advisory service. We urge our clients to carefully compare the information provided on the account 25 statements that we send with the account statements they receive from their custodian to ensure that all account transactions, holdings, and values are correct and current. Item 16 Investment Discretion Clients may hire us to provide discretionary asset management services, in which case we place trades in a client's account without contacting the client prior to each trade to obtain the client's permission. Our discretionary authority includes the ability to do the following without contacting the client:  determine the security to buy or sell; and/or  determine the amount of the security to buy or sell Clients may give us discretionary authority when they sign a discretionary agreement with our firm, and may limit this authority by giving us written instructions. Clients may also change/amend such limitations by once again providing us with written instructions. Item 17 Voting Client Securities As a matter of firm policy, we do not vote proxies on behalf of clients. Therefore, although our firm may provide investment advisory services relative to client investment assets, clients maintain exclusive responsibility for: (1) directing the manner in which proxies solicited by issuers of securities beneficially owned by the client shall be voted, and (2) making all elections relative to any mergers, acquisitions, tender offers, bankruptcy proceedings, or other type events pertaining to the client’s investment assets. Clients are responsible for instructing each custodian of the assets, to forward to the client copies of all proxies and shareholder communications relating to the client’s investment assets. We may provide clients with consulting assistance regarding proxy issues if they contact us with questions at our principal place of business. Item 18 Financial Information Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC does not require prepayment of more than $1,200 in fees per client and more than six months in advance of services rendered. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC is not currently experiencing, and does not currently anticipate, any financial condition that it believes is reasonably likely to impair its ability to meet contractual commitments to clients. Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC has not been the subject of any bankruptcy proceeding. 26 Part 2B of Form ADV: Brochure Supplement Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC 31248 Oak Crest Drive, Ste 100 Westlake Village, California 91361 Telephone: 805-371-8020 Email: lmd@aewealth.com Web Address: www.aewealth.com April 29, 2026 This Brochure Supplement provides information about your financial representative that supplements the Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC’s (dba Alliance Entrust) Brochure. You should have received a copy of that Brochure. Please contact our service department at 805-371-8020 or at the email address above if you did not receive Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC’s Brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of this Brochure Supplement. Additional information about the financial representatives listed in this brochure is available on the SEC’s website at https://adviserinfo.sec.gov/. Rev. 04/29/26 Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC (Firm Brochure) 27 Some of our financial representatives (our “Advisors”) hold professional designations. The following is an explanation of those designations and the minimum qualifications required to obtain and maintain them. Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) – The CFP® certification, granted by Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (CFP Board), is for advisers who demonstrate competence in comprehensive financial planning and agree to act as fiduciaries when providing financial advice. To earn and maintain the CFP® mark, candidates must complete a CFP Board-approved education program, pass a comprehensive exam, satisfy an experience and ethics requirement, and complete 30 hours of continuing education every two years. Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®) – The CRPC® designation, awarded by the College for Financial Planning, is for professionals specializing in retirement planning, including pre- and post-retirement income, asset management, and related planning issues. Candidates must complete a retirement-focused course of study, pass a proctored exam, and renew the designation every two years through required continuing education. Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA®) – The CKA® designation, offered by Kingdom Advisors, is for financial professionals who integrate biblical principles with financial advice. Candidates must complete the CKA® education program, pass a certification exam, meet credential or experience standards, sign a Statement of Faith and stewardship commitment, provide references, and complete ongoing annual continuing education. Investment Adviser Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP®) – The IACCP® designation, co-sponsored by COMPLY and the Investment Adviser Association, recognizes compliance professionals with training in investment adviser regulatory obligations. Candidates must complete a prescribed curriculum, have investment adviser compliance experience, pass a certifying exam, meet ethics requirements, and complete annual continuing education to maintain the credential. Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS®) – CAMS is an anti-money-laundering certification administered by the Association of Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialists (ACAMS). Candidates must meet eligibility and experience criteria, pass the CAMS exam covering money-laundering risks, regulations, and AML/CTF practices, and renew the certification every three years through ACAMS membership and required continuing education. Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE®) – The CFE credential, awarded by the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE), recognizes professionals with expertise in fraud prevention, detection, and investigation. Candidates must meet membership, education, and experience requirements, pass the CFE exam, and maintain the credential through annual continuing professional education and adherence to the ACFE Code of Professional Ethics. 28 Randy Sanada Jr., CFP®, CKA® Year of Birth  1974 Education  Biola University, B.A., Business Administration Credentials & Licenses    Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background    Alliance Entrust: 2023 – present - President Alliance Financial Group, Inc.: 1994 - present - Vice President Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 1994 – present - President & Chief Executive Officer - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Randy Sanada Jr. is part of the management team of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Sanada’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Sanada’s advisory activities. 29 Sandi L. Bublitz, CFP® Year of Birth  1956 Education  University of California, Santa Barbara, B.A., Communications Credentials & Licenses   Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background  Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 1991 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  Sandi Bublitz is licensed as an insurance agent and is compensated by commissions from the sale of insurance products. Receipt of such compensation creates an incentive to recommend investment products based on the compensation received, rather than on the client’s needs. Supervision  Sandi Bublitz’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Ms. Bublitz’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Ms. Bublitz’s advisory activities. 30 Crystal A. Lary  Year of Birth o 1984  Education o College of the Canyons - General Education  Credentials & Licenses o Investment Advisor Representative  Business Background o Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2023 – present - Paraplanner / Investment Advisor Representative o David S. Reinders, Inc.: 2004-2023 - Executive Administrative Assistant  Disciplinary Information o None  Other Business Activities o None  Additional Compensation o n/a Supervision  Crystal Lary’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Ms. Lary’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Ms. Lary’s advisory activities. 31 Patrick K. McIlrath, MBA, CRPC® Year of Birth  1951 Education  United State Naval Academy, B.Sc., Oceanography  Wharton School of Finance, University of Pennsylvania, MBA, Strategic Planning & General Management Credentials & Licenses   Chartered Retirement Planning Consultant (CRPC®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background   Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2005 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Aerie Financial Group: 2005 – present - Chief Executive Officer Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  Pat McIlrath is licensed as an insurance agent and is compensated by commissions from the sale of insurance products. Receipt of such compensation creates an incentive to recommend investment products based on the compensation received, rather than on the client’s needs. Supervision  Pat McIlrath’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. McIlrath’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. McIlrath’s advisory activities. 32 Hoby Pearce, CFP® Year of Birth  1973 Education  California State University Northridge, B.S., Business & Marketing Credentials & Licenses   Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background  Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2009 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Hoby Pearce’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Pearce’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Pearce’s advisory activities. 33 Jon Rehurek, CFP®, CKA®, ThM Year of Birth  1971 Education     Southwest Baptist University, B.S. Business Administration, Finance & Economics The Master’s Seminary, Master of Theology (ThM) The Master’s Seminary, Master of Divinity (MDiv) Ron Blue Institute at Indiana Wesleyan University, Executive Certificate in Financial Planning Credentials & Licenses    Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background   Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2015 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Raymond James Financial Services: 2013 – 2015 - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Jon Rehurek’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Rehurek’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Rehurek’s advisory activities. 34 Ben Simonds, CFP®, CKA® Year of Birth  1987 Education  The Master’s University, B.S., Finance & Management Credentials & Licenses    Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Certified Kingdom Advisor (CKA®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background  Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2011 – present -Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Ben Simonds’ advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Simonds’ clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Simonds’ advisory activities. 35 Robert Knight, CRPC®, MBA Year of Birth  1975 Education   California Lutheran University, Master’s in Financial Planning California State University Northridge, B.S., Finance Credentials & Licenses   Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background   Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2019 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Partnervest Advisory Services LLC: 2004-2019  Waddell & Reed, Inc: 2001-2004 Disciplinary Information  Settled Customer Dispute in August 2011 Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  Robert Knight is licensed as an insurance agent and is compensated by commissions from the sale of insurance products. Receipt of such compensation creates an incentive to recommend investment products based on the compensation received, rather than on the client’s needs. Supervision  Robert Knight’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities LLC. The trades of Mr. Knight’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Knight’s advisory activities. 36 Vance Lavizzo, CFP® Year of Birth  1986 Education  Western Governors University, B.S., Business Administration Credentials & Licenses   Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background  Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2019 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Vance Lavizzo’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Lavizzo’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Lavizzo’s advisory activities. 37 Christopher Tyler, CFP® Year of Birth  1993 Education   Hope International University, B.A., Business Management University of California Los Angeles, Certificate, Personal Financial Planning Credentials & Licenses   Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Investment Advisor Representative Business Background     Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2022 – present - Investment Advisor Representative Raymond James Financial Services: 2020 – 2022 - Investment Advisor Representative Commonwealth Financial Network: 2019 – 2020 - Investment Advisor Representative Alliance Advisory & Securities, Inc.: 2018 – 2019 - Investment Advisor Representative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Christopher Tyler’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Tyler’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Tyler’s advisory activities. 38 Emily Swan, CFP® Year of Birth  1978 Education  Boston University, B.S., Communication Credentials & Licenses    Certified Financial Planner (CFP®) Investment Advisor Representative Notary – State of California Business Background   Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2023 – present - Investment Advisor Representative David S. Reinders, Inc.: 2018-2023 - Investment Advisor Representative -Administrative Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Emily Swan’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Ms. Swan’s clients are reviewed on a periodic basis and client files are randomly reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Ms. Swan’s advisory activities. 39 Jeff Garagliano Year of Birth  1975 Education  Colorado State University, B.A., Economics Credentials & Licenses  Investment Advisor Representative Business Background  Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 1998 – present - Investment Advisor Representative - Operations - Chief Compliance Officer: 2012-2025 Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Jeff Garagliano’s advisory activities are supervised by the Compliance Department of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. The trades of Mr. Garagliano are reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020 is responsible for supervising Mr. Garagliano’s advisory activities. 40 Sean Nicholas Sottile, DBA Year of Birth  1986 Education    Life Pacific University, B.A., Biblical Studies Azusa Pacific University, M.A, Organizational Leadership Grand Canyon University, Doctor of Business Administration Credentials & Licenses  Investment Advisor Representative Business Background    Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2024 – present - Vice President Life Pacific University: 2021-2026 - Adjunct Professor Crosspoint: 2013-2024 - Lead Pastor, Executive Director Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Sean Sottile is part of the management team of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. His trades are reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures. Liza M. Dela Cruz, Chief Compliance Officer; (805) 371-8020, is responsible for supervising Mr. Sottile’s advisory activities. 41 Liza M. Dela Cruz, CAMS®, CFE®, IACCP® Year of Birth  1975 Education    Pepperdine University, B.Sc., Management Pepperdine University, MBA, Finance Pepperdine University School of Law, Certificate in Dispute Resolution Credentials & Licenses     Investment Advisor Representative Investment Advisor Certified Compliance Professional (IACCP®) Certified Anti-Money Laundering Specialist (CAMS®) Certified Fraud Examiner (CFE®) Business Background    Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC: 2025 – present - Chief Compliance Officer SteelPeak Wealth, LLC: 2024-2024 - Senior Compliance Manager DoubleLine Capital: 2016-2023 - Compliance Analyst Disciplinary Information  None Other Business Activities  None Additional Compensation  n/a Supervision  Liza M. Dela Cruz is part of the management team of Alliance Advisory & Securities, LLC. Her trades are reviewed for compliance with the Firm’s policies and procedures and are supervised by the Compliance Department or Executive Team. 42

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