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Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC
Form ADV Part 2A – Disclosure Brochure
Effective: March 25, 2026
This Form ADV Part 2A (“Disclosure Brochure”) provides information about the qualifications and business
practices of Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor”). If you have any questions about the
content of this Disclosure Brochure, please contact the Advisor at (908) 615-2249.
CPW is a registered investment advisor with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The
information in this Disclosure Brochure has not been approved or verified by the U.S. Securities and Exchange
Commission (“SEC”) or by any state securities authority. Registration of an investment advisor does not imply any
specific level of skill or training. This Disclosure Brochure provides information about CPW to assist you in
determining whether to retain the Advisor.
Additional information about CPW and its Advisory Persons is available on the SEC’s website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with the Advisor’s firm name or CRD# 316785.
Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC
51 JFK Parkway, 1st FL W, Suite 107, Short Hills, NJ 07078
Phone: (908) 615-2249 | Fax: (973) 576-5240
www.compasspw.com
Item 2 – Material Changes
Form ADV 2 is divided into two parts: Part 2A (the "Disclosure Brochure") and Part 2B (the "Brochure
Supplement"). The Disclosure Brochure provides information about a variety of topics relating to an Advisor’s
business practices and conflicts of interest. The Brochure Supplement provides information about the Advisory
Persons of CPW. For convenience, the Advisor has combined these documents into a single disclosure document.
CPW believes that communication and transparency are the foundation of its relationship with clients and will
continually strive to provide you with complete and accurate information at all times. CPW encourages all current
and prospective clients to read this Disclosure Brochure and discuss any questions you may have with the Advisor.
Material Changes
The following material changes have been made to this Disclosure Brochure since the annual amendment filing
on 3/07/2025:
● The Advisor has amended Item 4 and Item 5 to reflect an educational book sold by CPW. Please see
Item 4 and Item 5 for more details.
● The Advisor has started using online lead generation services. Please see Item 14 for more information.
Future Changes
From time to time, the Advisor may amend this Disclosure Brochure to reflect changes in our business practices,
changes in regulations, or routine annual updates as required by the securities regulators. This complete
Disclosure Brochure or a Summary of Material Changes shall be provided to you annually and if a material change
occurs.
At any time, you may view the current Disclosure Brochure online at the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public
Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with the Advisor’s firm name or CRD# 316785. You
may also request a copy of this Disclosure Brochure at any time by contacting the Advisor at (908) 615-2249.
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Item 3 – Table of Contents
Item 1 – Cover Page
Item 2 – Material Changes
Item 3 – Table of Contents
Item 4 – Advisory Services
A. Firm Information
B. Advisory Services Offered
C. Client Account Management
D. Wrap Fee Programs
E. Assets Under Management
Item 5 – Fees and Compensation
A. Fees for Advisory Services
B. Fee Billing
C. Other Fees and Expenses
D. Advance Payment of Fees and Termination
E. Compensation for Sales of Securities
Item 6 – Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management
Item 7 – Types of Clients
Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss
A. Methods of Analysis
B. Risk of Loss
Item 9 – Disciplinary Information
Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Item 11 – Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions, and Personal Trading
A. Code of Ethics
B. Personal Trading with Material Interest
C. Personal Trading in Same Securities as Clients
D. Personal Trading at Same Time as Client
Item 12 – Brokerage Practices
A. Recommendation of Custodian[s]
B. Aggregating and Allocating Trades
Item 13 – Review of Accounts
A. Frequency of Reviews
B. Causes for Reviews
C. Review Reports
Item 14 – Client Referrals and Other Compensation
A. Compensation Received by CPW
B. Compensation for Client Referrals
Item 15 – Custody
Item 16 – Investment Discretion
Item 17 – Voting Client Securities
Item 18 – Financial Information
Form ADV Part 2B – Brochure Supplement(s)
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Item 4 – Advisory Services
A. Firm Information
Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor”) is a registered investment advisor with the U.S.
Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”). The Advisor is organized as a Limited Liability Company (“LLC”)
under the laws of New Jersey. CPW was founded in November 2021. CPW is owned and operated by Manuel
Ruiz, CFP® (Managing Partner) and William B. Ciccone, CPWA® (Managing Partner).
This Disclosure Brochure provides information regarding the qualifications, business practices, and advisory
services provided by CPW. For information regarding this Disclosure Brochure, please contact Dorota B. Pietryka
(Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Operating Officer) at (908) 615-2249.
B. Advisory Services Offered
CPW offers advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and
retirement plans (each referred to as a “Client”).
The Advisor serves as a fiduciary to Clients, as defined under the applicable laws and regulations. As a fiduciary,
the Advisor upholds a duty of loyalty, fairness, and good faith toward each Client and seeks to mitigate conflicts
of interest. CPW’s fiduciary commitment is further described in the Advisor’s Code of Ethics. For more information
regarding the Code of Ethics, please see Item 11 – Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions
and Personal Trading.
Wealth Management Services
CPW provides Clients with wealth management services, which generally include discretionary management of
investment portfolios in connection with a broad range of comprehensive financial planning and consulting
services. These services are described below.
Investment Management Services – CPW provides customized wealth management solutions for its Clients. This
is achieved through continuous personal Client contact and interaction while providing discretionary wealth
management and related advisory services. CPW works closely with each Client to identify their investment goals
and objectives as well as risk tolerance and financial situation in order to design a portfolio strategy. CPW will
then construct an investment portfolio consisting of exchange-traded funds (“ETFs”), stocks, and/or mutual funds
to achieve the Client’s investment goals. The Advisor may also utilize individual bonds and/or other types of
investments, as appropriate, to meet the needs of the Client. The Advisor may retain other types of investments
from the Client’s legacy portfolio due to fit with the overall portfolio strategy, tax-related reasons, or other reasons
as identified between the Advisor and the Client.
CPW will select, recommend and/or retain mutual funds on a fund-by-fund basis and seeks to use non-retail or
institutional shares classes when possible. Additionally, CPW aims to select and recommend mutual funds that
do not have trading costs when possible. Due to specific custodial or mutual fund company constraints, material
tax considerations, and/or systematic investment plans, CPW may select, recommend, and/or retain mutual fund
share classes that have a higher internal expense ratio than an equivalent share class. CPW will seek to select
the lowest cost share class available that is in the best interest of each Client, weighing the expected investment
pattern, expense ratios, and potential ticket charges, and will ensure the selection aligns with the Client’s financial
objectives and stated investment guidelines.
CPW’s investment approach is primarily long-term focused, but the Advisor may buy, sell, or re-allocate positions
that have been held for less than one year to meet the objectives of the Client or due to market conditions. CPW
will construct, implement, and monitor the portfolio to ensure it meets the goals, objectives, circumstances, and
risk tolerance agreed to by the Client. Each Client will have the opportunity to place reasonable restrictions on the
types of investments to be held in their respective portfolio, subject to acceptance by the Advisor.
CPW evaluates and selects investments for inclusion in Client portfolios only after applying its internal due
diligence process. CPW may recommend, on occasion, redistributing investment allocations to diversify the
portfolio. CPW may recommend specific positions to increase sector or asset class weightings. The Advisor may
recommend employing cash positions as a possible hedge against the market movement. CPW may recommend
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selling positions for reasons that include but are not limited to harvesting capital gains or losses, business or
sector risk exposure to a specific security or class of securities, overvaluation or overweighting of the position[s]
in the portfolio, change in risk tolerance of the Client, generating cash to meet Client needs, or any risk deemed
unacceptable for the Client’s risk tolerance.
At no time will CPW accept or maintain custody of a Client’s funds or securities, except for the limited authority as
outlined in Item 15 – Custody. All Client assets will be managed within the designated account[s] at the Custodian,
pursuant to the terms of the advisory agreement. Please see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices.
Retirement Accounts – When the Advisor provides investment advice to Clients regarding ERISA retirement
accounts or individual retirement accounts (“IRAs”), the Advisor is a fiduciary within the meaning of Title I of the
Employee Retirement Income Security Act (“ERISA”) and/or the Internal Revenue Code (“IRC”), as applicable,
which are laws governing retirement accounts. When deemed to be in the Client’s best interest, the Advisor will
provide investment advice to the Client regarding a distribution from an ERISA retirement account or to roll over
the assets to an IRA, or recommend a similar transaction, including rollovers from one ERISA-sponsored Plan to
another, one IRA to another IRA, or from one type of account to another account (e.g., commission-based account
to fee-based account). Such a recommendation creates a conflict of interest if the Advisor earns a new (or
increases its current) advisory fee as a result of the transaction. No client is under any obligation to roll over a
retirement account to an account managed by the Advisor.
Financial Planning Services – CPW will typically provide a variety of financial planning and consulting services to
Clients included with its wealth management services or pursuant to a written financial planning agreement.
Services are offered in several areas of a Client’s financial situation, depending on their goals and objectives.
Generally, such financial planning services involve preparing a formal financial plan or rendering a specific
financial consultation based on the Client’s financial goals and objectives. This planning or consulting may
encompass one or more areas of need, including but not limited to investment planning, retirement planning,
personal savings, education savings, insurance needs, and other areas of a Client’s financial situation.
A financial plan developed for, or financial consultation rendered to the Client will usually include general
recommendations for a course of activity or specific actions to be taken by the Client. For example,
recommendations may be made that the Client start or revise their investment programs, commence or alter
retirement savings, and establish education savings and/or charitable giving programs. CPW may also refer
Clients to an accountant, attorney, or other specialists as appropriate for their unique situation. For certain financial
planning engagements, the Advisor will provide a written summary of the Client’s financial situation, observations,
and recommendations. For project-based or ad-hoc engagements, the Advisor may not provide a written
summary. Project-based financial plans or consultations are typically completed within six (6) months of the
contract date, assuming all information and documents requested are provided promptly.
Financial planning and consulting recommendations pose a conflict between the interests of the Advisor and the
interests of the Client. For example, the Advisor has an incentive to recommend that Clients engage the Advisor
for wealth management services or to increase the level of investment assets with the Advisor, as it would increase
the amount of advisory fees paid to the Advisor. Clients are not obligated to implement any recommendations
made by the Advisor or maintain an ongoing relationship with the Advisor. If the Client elects to act on any of the
recommendations made by the Advisor, the Client is under no obligation to implement the transaction through the
Advisor.
Retirement Plan Advisory Services
CPW provides non-discretionary retirement plan advisory services on behalf of the retirement plans (each a
“Plan”) and the company (the “Plan Sponsor”). The Advisor’s retirement plan advisory services are designed to
assist the Plan Sponsor in meeting its fiduciary obligations to the Plan and its Plan Participants. Each engagement
is customized to the needs of the Plan and Plan Sponsor. Services generally include:
Investment Policy Statement (“IPS”) Design and Monitoring
Investment monitoring and oversight
● Vendor Analysis
● Plan Participant Enrollment and Education Tracking
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● Performance Reporting
● Ongoing Investment Recommendations and Assistance
● ERISA 404(c) Assistance
These services are provided by CPW serving in the capacity of a fiduciary under the Employee Retirement Income
Security Act of 1974, as amended (“ERISA”). In accordance with ERISA Section 408(b)(2), the Plan Sponsor is
provided with a written description of CPW’s fiduciary status, the specific services to be rendered, and all direct
and indirect compensation the Advisor reasonably expects under the engagement.
Educational Book
The Advisor offers an educational book to Clients and Non-Clients for a standalone fee. The Advisor’s book is
educational in nature and does not involve the solicitation or recommendation of insurance or investment products.
Information presented within is not based on any one person’s need, and the Advisor does not provide
individualized investment advice through this book.
C. Client Account Management
Prior to engaging CPW to provide advisory services, each Client is required to enter into one or more written
agreements with the Advisor that defines the terms, conditions, authority, and responsibilities of the Advisor and
the Client. These services may include:
● Establishing an Investment Strategy – CPW, in connection with the Client, will develop a strategy that
seeks to achieve the Client’s goals and objectives.
● Asset Allocation – CPW will develop a strategic asset allocation that is targeted to meet the investment
objectives, time horizon, financial situation, and tolerance for risk for each Client or unique client goal.
● Portfolio Construction – CPW will develop a portfolio for the Client that is intended to meet the stated goals
and objectives of the Client.
● Wealth Management and Supervision – CPW will provide wealth management and ongoing oversight of
the Client’s investment portfolio.
D. Wrap Fee Programs
CPW does not manage or place Client assets into a wrap fee program. Investment management services are
provided directly by CPW.
E. Assets Under Management
As of December 31, 2025, CPW manages $113,345,908 in Client assets, $109,526,287 of which are managed
on a discretionary basis and $3,819,621 on a non-discretionary basis. CPW also has $3,138,505 in assets under
advisement. Clients may request more current information at any time by contacting the Advisor.
Item 5 – Fees and Compensation
The following paragraphs detail the fee structure and compensation methodology for services provided by the
Advisor. Each Client engaging the Advisor for services described herein shall be required to enter into one or
more written agreements with the Advisor.
A. Fees for Advisory Services
Wealth Management Services
Wealth management fees are paid monthly at the end of each month, pursuant to the terms of the wealth
management agreement. Wealth management fees are based on the market value of assets under management
at the end of each month. Wealth management fees range from 0.50% to 2.00% annually on a tiered schedule or
fixed annual rate. Fees are based on several factors, including the scope and complexity of the services to be
provided, the level of assets to be managed, and the overall relationship with the Advisor. Relationships with
multiple objectives, specific reporting requirements, portfolio restrictions, and other complexities may be charged
a higher fee.
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The wealth management fee in the first month of service is prorated from the inception date of the account[s] to
the end of the first month. Fees may be negotiable at the sole discretion of the Advisor. The Client’s fees will take
into consideration the aggregate assets under management with the Advisor across all accounts unless otherwise
agreed in writing. All securities held in accounts managed by CPW will be independently valued by the Custodian.
CPW will conduct periodic reviews of the Custodian’s valuations to ensure accurate billing.
Clients may make additions to and withdrawals from their account[s] at any time, subject to the Advisor’s right to
terminate an account. Additions may be in cash or securities provided that CPW reserves the right to liquidate
any transferred securities or decline to accept particular securities into a Client’s account[s]. Clients may withdraw
account assets on notice to CPW, subject to the usual and customary securities settlement procedures. However,
CPW designs its portfolios as long-term investments, and the withdrawal of assets may impair the achievement
of a Client’s investment objectives. CPW may consult with its Clients about the options and ramifications of
transferring securities. However, Clients are advised that when transferred securities are liquidated, they may be
subject to transaction fees, fees assessed at the mutual fund level (i.e., contingent deferred sales charge), and/or
tax ramifications.
The Advisor’s fee is exclusive of and in addition to any applicable securities transaction and custody fees and
other related costs and expenses described in Item 5.C. below, which may be incurred by the Client. However,
the Advisor shall not receive any portion of these commissions, fees, and costs.
Financial Planning Services
CPW provides standalone financial planning services on an hourly basis or a fixed engagement fee. Financial
planning fees are billed at an hourly rate of up to $300 per hour. Fixed fees are based on the expected hours to
complete the engagement at the hourly rate. Fees may be negotiable based on the nature and complexity of the
services to be provided and the overall relationship with the Advisor. An estimate for total hours and/or costs will
be determined and provided to Clients prior to engaging for these services.
Retirement Plan Advisory Services
Fees for retirement plan advisory services are charged an annual asset-based fee ranging from 0.25% to 1.00%
based on the size of the Plan and the scope of services to be provided. Fees are typically billed in advance of
each calendar quarter, pursuant to the terms of the retirement plan advisory agreement. Retirement plan fees are
based on the market value of assets under management in the Plan at the end of the prior quarter. Fees may be
negotiable depending on the size and complexity of the Plan.
Educational Book
The Advisor may charge up to $24.95 for the book, depending on the format selected.
B. Fee Billing
Wealth Management Services
Wealth management fees are calculated by the Advisor or its delegate and deducted from the Client’s account[s]
at the Custodian. The Advisor shall send an invoice to the Custodian indicating the amount of the fees to be
deducted from the Client’s account[s] following the end of each month. The amount due is calculated by applying
the monthly rate (annual rate divided by 12) to the market value of assets under management as of the end of the
month. Clients will be provided with a statement, generally monthly, from the Custodian reflecting the deduction
of the wealth management fee. In addition, the Advisor will provide the Client with a report itemizing the fee,
including the calculation period covered by the fee, the account value, and the methodology used to calculate the
fee. Clients are urged to also review and compare the statement provided by the Advisor to the brokerage
statement from the Custodian, as the Custodian does not perform a verification of fees. Clients provide written
authorization permitting advisory fees to be deducted by CPW to be paid directly from their account[s] held by the
Custodian as part of the wealth management agreement and separate account forms provided by the Custodian.
Financial Planning Services
Financial planning fees may be invoiced up to fifty percent (50%) of the expected total fee upon execution of the
financial planning agreement. The balance shall be invoiced upon completion of the agreed-upon deliverable[s].
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Retirement Plan Advisory Services
Retirement plan advisory fees may be directly invoiced to the Plan Sponsor or deducted from the assets of the
Plan, depending on the terms of the retirement plan advisory agreement.
Educational Book
Fees for the book are charged at the time the book is delivered.
C. Other Fees and Expenses
Clients may incur certain fees or charges imposed by third parties, other than CPW, in connection with investments
made on behalf of the Client’s account[s]. The Client is responsible for all custody and securities execution fees
charged by the Custodian, as applicable. The Advisor's recommended Custodian typically does not charge
securities transaction fees for ETF and equity trades in a Client's account, provided that the account meets the
terms and conditions of the Custodian's brokerage requirements. However, the Custodian typically charges for
mutual funds and other types of investments. The fees charged by CPW are separate and distinct from these
custody and execution fees.
As mentioned in Item 4.B. above, the Client may be invested into share classes of a mutual fund that have a
higher expense ratio than a different share class, including but not limited to 12b-1 fees. This may result in Clients
paying higher expense ratio[s]. As noted above, the Advisor will select share classes that do not have trading
costs when possible. For a complete discussion of expenses related to each mutual fund, please read a copy of
the prospectus issued by that particular fund.
In addition, all fees paid to CPW for wealth management services are separate and distinct from the expenses
charged by mutual funds and ETFs to their shareholders, if applicable. These fees and expenses are described
in each fund’s prospectus. These fees and expenses will generally be used to pay management fees for the funds,
other fund expenses, account administration (e.g., custody, brokerage, and account reporting), and a possible
distribution fee. A Client may be able to invest in these products directly, without the services of CPW but would
not receive the services provided by CPW, which are designed, among other things, to assist the Client in
determining which products or services are most appropriate for each Client’s financial situation and objectives.
Accordingly, the Client should review both the fees charged by the fund[s] and the fees charged by CPW to fully
understand the total fees to be paid. Please refer to Item 12 – Brokerage Practices for additional information.
D. Advance Payment of Fees and Termination
Wealth Management Services
CPW is compensated for its wealth management services at the end of the month after services are rendered.
Either party may terminate the wealth management agreement, at any time, by providing advance written notice
to the other party. The Client may also terminate the wealth management agreement within five (5) business days
of signing the Advisor’s agreement at no cost to the Client. After the five-day period, the Client will incur charges
for bona fide advisory services rendered to the point of termination, and such fees will be due and payable by the
Client. The Client’s wealth management agreement with the Advisor is non-transferable without the Client’s prior
consent.
Financial Planning Services
CPW may be partially compensated for its financial planning services upon the execution of the engagement
agreement. Either party may terminate the financial planning agreement, at any time, by providing advance written
notice to the other party. The Client may also terminate the financial planning agreement within five (5) business
days of signing the Advisor’s agreement at no cost to the Client. After the five-day period, the Client will incur
charges for bona fide advisory services rendered to the point of termination, and such fees will be due and payable
by the Client. Upon termination, the Client shall be billed for actual hours logged on the planning project times the
contractual hourly rate, or in the case of a fixed fee engagement, the percentage of the engagement scope
completed by the Advisor. Upon termination, the Advisor will refund any unearned, prepaid planning fees from the
effective date of termination to the end of the month. The Client’s financial planning agreement with the Advisor
is non-transferable without the Client’s prior consent.
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Retirement Plan Advisory Services
CPW is compensated for its retirement plan advisory services at the beginning of the quarter before services are
rendered. Either party may request to terminate a retirement plan advisory agreement, at any time, by providing
advance written notice to the other party. The Client shall be responsible for advisory fees up to and including the
effective date of termination. Upon termination, the Advisor will refund any unearned, prepaid advisory fees from
the effective date of termination to the end of the quarter. The Client’s retirement plan advisory agreement with
the Advisor is non-transferable without the Client’s prior consent.
E. Compensation for Sales of Securities
CPW does not buy or sell securities to earn commissions and does not receive any compensation for securities
transactions in any Client account other than the wealth management fees noted above.
Insurance Agency Affiliation
Certain Advisory Persons are licensed as independent insurance professionals. As an independent insurance
professional, an Advisory Person may earn commission-based compensation for selling insurance products,
including insurance products offered to Clients. Insurance commissions earned by the Advisory Person are
separate and in addition to investment advisory fees. This practice presents a conflict of interest as an Advisory
Person who is also an insurance professional will have an incentive to recommend insurance products to the
Client for the purpose of generating commissions rather than solely based on the Client’s needs. Clients are under
no obligation, contractual or otherwise, to purchase insurance products through any Advisory Person affiliated
with the Advisor. Please see Item 10 below.
Item 6 – Performance-Based Fees and Side-By-Side Management
CPW does not charge performance-based fees for its wealth management services. The fees charged by CPW
are as described in Item 5 above and are not based upon the capital appreciation of the funds or securities held
by any Client. CPW does not manage any proprietary investment funds or limited partnerships (for example, a
mutual fund or a hedge fund) and has no financial incentive to recommend any particular investment options to
its Clients.
Item 7 – Types of Clients
CPW offers advisory services to individuals, high-net-worth individuals, families, trusts, estates, businesses, and
retirement plans. CPW generally does not impose a minimum relationship size.
Item 8 – Methods of Analysis, Investment Strategies, and Risk of Loss
A. Methods of Analysis
CPW employs fundamental and technical analysis methods in developing investment strategies for its Clients.
Research and analysis from CPW are derived from numerous sources, including financial media companies, third-
party research materials, professional data subscriptions, Internet sources, and reviews of company activities,
including annual reports, prospectuses, press releases, and research prepared by others.
Fundamental analysis utilizes economic and business indicators as investment selection criteria. This criteria
generally consists of ratios and trends that may indicate the overall strength and financial viability of the entity
being analyzed. Assets are deemed suitable if they meet certain criteria to indicate that they are a strong
investment with a value discounted by the market. While this type of analysis helps the Advisor in evaluating a
potential investment, it does not guarantee that the investment will increase in value. Assets meeting the
investment criteria utilized in the fundamental analysis may lose value and may have negative investment
performance. The Advisor monitors these economic indicators to determine if adjustments to strategic allocations
are appropriate. More details on the Advisor’s review process are included below in Item 13 – Review of Accounts.
Technical analysis involves the analysis of past market data rather than specific company data in determining the
recommendations made to clients. Technical analysis may involve the use of charts to identify market patterns
and trends, which may be based on investor sentiment rather than the fundamentals of the company. The primary
risk in using technical analysis is that spotting historical trends may not help to predict such trends in the future.
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Even if the trend will eventually reoccur, there is no guarantee that CPW will be able to predict such a reoccurrence
accurately.
As noted above, CPW generally employs a long-term investment strategy for its Clients, as consistent with their
financial goals. CPW will typically hold all or a portion of a security for more than a year but may hold for shorter
periods for the purpose of rebalancing a portfolio or meeting the cash needs of Clients. At times, CPW may also
buy and sell positions that are more short-term in nature, depending on the goals of the Client and/or the
fundamentals of the security, sector, or asset class.
B. Risk of Loss
Investing in securities involves certain investment risks. Securities may fluctuate in value or lose value. Clients
should be prepared to bear the potential risk of loss. CPW will assist Clients in determining an appropriate strategy
based on their tolerance for risk and other factors noted above. However, there is no guarantee that a Client will
meet their investment goals.
While the methods of analysis help the Advisor in evaluating a potential investment, they do not guarantee that
the investment will increase in value. Assets meeting the investment criteria utilized in these methods of analysis
may lose value and may have negative investment performance. The Advisor monitors these economic indicators
to determine if adjustments to strategic allocations are appropriate. More details on the Advisor’s review process
are included below in Item 13 – Review of Accounts.
Each Client engagement will entail a review of the Client's investment goals, financial situation, time horizon,
tolerance for risk, and other factors to develop an appropriate strategy for managing a Client's account. Client
participation in this process, including full and accurate disclosure of requested information, is essential for the
analysis of a Client's account[s]. The Advisor shall rely on the financial and other information provided by the
Client or their designees without the duty or obligation to validate the accuracy and completeness of the provided
information. It is the responsibility of the Client to inform the Advisor of any changes in financial condition, goals,
or other factors that may affect this analysis.
The risks associated with a particular strategy are provided to each Client in advance of investing Client accounts.
The Advisor will work with each Client to determine their tolerance for risk as part of the portfolio construction
process. Following are some of the risks associated with the Advisor’s investment approach:
Market Risks
The value of a Client’s holdings may fluctuate in response to events specific to companies or markets, as well as
economic, political, or social events in the U.S. and abroad. This risk is linked to the performance of the overall
financial markets.
ETF Risks
The performance of ETFs is subject to market risk, including the possible loss of principal. The price of the ETFs
will fluctuate with the price of the underlying securities that make up the funds. In addition, ETFs have a trading
risk based on the loss of cost efficiency if the ETFs are traded actively and a liquidity risk if the ETFs have a large
bid-ask spread and low trading volume. The price of an ETF fluctuates based upon the market movements and
may dissociate from the index being tracked by the ETF or the price of the underlying investments. An ETF
purchased or sold at one point in the day may have a different price than the same ETF purchased or sold a short
time later.
Bond ETF Risks
Bond ETFs are subject to specific risks, including the following: (1) interest rate risks, i.e., the risk that bond prices
will fall if interest rates rise, and vice versa. The risks depend on two things, the bond’s time to maturity and the
coupon rate of the bond. (2) reinvestment risk, i.e., the risk that any profit gained must be reinvested at a lower
rate than was previously being earned, (3) inflation risk, i.e., the risk that the cost of living and inflation increase
at a rate that exceeds the income investment thereby decreasing the investor’s rate of return, (4) credit default
risk, i.e., the risk associated with purchasing a debt instrument which includes the possibility of the company
defaulting on its repayment obligation, (5) rating downgrades, i.e., the risk associated with a rating agency’s
downgrade of the company’s rating which impacts the investor’s confidence in the company’s ability to repay its
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debt and (6) Liquidity Risks, i.e., the risk that a bond may not be sold as quickly as there is no readily available
market for the bond.
Mutual Fund Risks
The performance of mutual funds is subject to market risk, including the possible loss of principal. The price of the
mutual funds will fluctuate with the value of the underlying securities that make up the funds. The price of a mutual
fund is typically set daily; therefore, a mutual fund purchased at one point in the day will typically have the same
price as a mutual fund purchased later that same day.
Margin Borrowings
The use of short-term margin borrowings may result in certain additional risks to a Client. For example, if securities
pledged to brokers to secure a Client's margin accounts decline in value, the Client could be subject to a "margin
call", pursuant to which it must either deposit additional funds with the broker or be the subject of mandatory
liquidation of the pledged securities to compensate for the decline in value.
Past performance is not a guarantee of future returns. Investing in securities and other investments
involves a risk of loss that each Client should understand and be willing to bear. Clients are reminded to
discuss these risks with the Advisor.
Item 9 – Disciplinary Information
Securities laws require an advisor to disclose any instances where the Advisor or its Advisory Persons have been
found liable in a legal, regulatory, civil, or arbitration matter that alleges violation of securities and other statutes;
fraud; false statements or omissions; theft, embezzlement, or wrongful taking of property; bribery, forgery,
counterfeiting, or extortion; and/or dishonest, unfair, or unethical practices. There are no legal, regulatory, or
disciplinary events requiring disclosure for CPW or its management persons.
CPW values the trust Clients place in the Advisor. The Advisor encourages Clients to perform the requisite due
diligence on any advisor or service provider that the Client engages. The backgrounds of the Advisor and its
Advisory Persons are available on the Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov
by searching with the Advisor’s firm name or CRD# 316785.
Item 10 – Other Financial Industry Activities and Affiliations
Except as noted below, CPW does not maintain any affiliations with other firms other than contracted service
providers to assist with the servicing of its Client’s accounts.
Insurance Agency Affiliation
As noted in Item 5, certain Advisory Persons are licensed insurance professionals. Implementations of insurance
recommendations are separate and apart from one’s role with the Advisor. As an insurance professional, the
Advisory Person will receive customary commissions and other related revenues from the various insurance
companies whose products are sold. Advisory Persons are not required to offer the products of any particular
insurance company. Commissions generated by insurance sales do not offset investment advisory fees. This
presents a conflict of interest in recommending certain products of the insurance companies. Clients are under no
obligation to implement any recommendations made by the Advisor or Advisory Persons.
Item 11 – Code of Ethics, Participation or Interest in Client Transactions, and Personal Trading
A. Code of Ethics
CPW has implemented a Code of Ethics (the “Code”) that defines the Advisor’s fiduciary commitment to each
Client. This Code applies to all persons associated with CPW (“Supervised Persons”). The Code was developed
to provide general ethical guidelines and specific instructions regarding the Advisor’s duties to the Client. CPW
and its Supervised Persons owe a duty of loyalty, fairness, and good faith toward each Client. It is the obligation
of CPW’s Supervised Persons to adhere not only to the specific provisions of the Code but also to the general
principles that guide the Code. The Code covers a range of topics that address employee ethics and conflicts of
interest. To request a copy of the Code, please contact the Advisor at (908) 615-2249.
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B. Personal Trading with Material Interest
CPW allows Supervised Persons to purchase or sell the same securities that may be recommended to and
purchased on behalf of Clients. CPW does not act as a principal in any transactions. In addition, the Advisor does
not act as the general partner of a fund or advise an investment company. CPW does not have a material interest
in any securities traded in Client accounts.
C. Personal Trading in Same Securities as Clients
CPW allows Supervised Persons to purchase or sell the same securities that may be recommended to and
purchased on behalf of Clients. Owning the same securities that are recommended (purchase or sell) to Clients
presents a conflict of interest that, as fiduciaries, must be disclosed to Clients and mitigated through policies and
procedures. As noted above, the Advisor has adopted the Code to address insider trading (material, nonpublic
information controls); gifts and entertainment; outside business activities, and personal securities reporting. When
trading for personal accounts, Supervised Persons have a conflict of interest if trading in the same securities. The
fiduciary duty to act in the best interest of its Clients can be violated if personal trades are made with more
advantageous terms than Client trades or by trading based on material, nonpublic information. This risk is
mitigated by CPW requiring reporting of personal securities trades by its Supervised Persons for review by the
Chief Compliance Officer (“CCO”). The Advisor has also adopted written policies and procedures to detect the
misuse of material, nonpublic information.
D. Personal Trading at Same Time as Client
While CPW allows Supervised Persons to purchase or sell the same securities that may be recommended to and
purchased on behalf of Clients, such trades are typically aggregated with Client orders or traded afterward. At no
time will CPW, or any Supervised Person of CPW, transact in any security to the detriment of any Client.
Item 12 – Brokerage Practices
A. Recommendation of Custodian[s]
CPW does not have discretionary authority to select the broker-dealer/custodian for custody and execution
services. The Client will engage the broker-dealer/custodian (herein the "Custodian") to safeguard Client assets
and authorize CPW to direct trades to the Custodian as agreed upon in the wealth management agreement.
Further, CPW does not have the discretionary authority to negotiate commissions on behalf of Clients on a trade-
by-trade basis.
Where CPW does not exercise discretion over the selection of the Custodian, it may recommend the Custodian[s]
to Clients for custody and execution services. Clients are not obligated to use the recommended Custodian and
will not incur any extra fee or cost from the Advisor associated with using a custodian not recommended by CPW.
However, if the recommended Custodian is not engaged, the Advisor may be limited in the services it can provide.
CPW may recommend the Custodian based on criteria such as, but not limited to, the reasonableness of
commissions charged to the Client, services made available to the Client, and its reputation and/or the location of
the Custodian’s offices. CPW will generally recommend that Clients establish their account[s] at Charles Schwab
& Co., Inc. (“Schwab”), a FINRA-registered broker-dealer and member of SIPC. Schwab will serve as the Client’s
“qualified custodian.” CPW maintains an institutional relationship with Schwab, whereby the Advisor receives
economic benefits from Schwab.
CPW has established an institutional relationship with Schwab to assist the Advisor in managing Client account[s].
Access to the Schwab platform is provided at no charge to the Advisor. The Schwab platform includes brokerage,
custody, administrative support, record keeping, technology, and related services designed to support registered
investment advisors like CPW in serving Clients. These services are intended to serve the best interests of the
Advisor’s Clients.
Schwab may charge brokerage commissions (securities transaction fees) for effecting certain securities
transactions. Schwab enables the Advisor to obtain certain no-load mutual funds without securities transaction
fees and other no-load funds at nominal transaction charges. Schwab’s commission rates are generally
considered discounted from customary retail commission rates. However, the commissions and transaction fees
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charged by Schwab may be higher or lower than those charged by other custodians and broker-dealers. Please
see Item 14 below for additional information.
Following are additional details regarding the brokerage practices of the Advisor:
1. Soft Dollars – Soft dollars are revenue programs offered by broker-dealers/custodians whereby an
advisor enters into an agreement to place security trades with a broker-dealer/custodian in exchange for
research and other services. CPW does not participate in soft dollar programs sponsored or offered
by any broker-dealer/custodian. However, the Advisor receives certain economic benefits from
the Custodian. Please see Item 14 below.
2. Brokerage Referrals – CPW does not receive any compensation from any third party in connection with
the recommendation for establishing an account.
3. Directed Brokerage – All Clients are serviced on a “directed brokerage basis,” where CPW will place
trades within the established account[s] at the Custodian designated by the Client. Further, all Client
accounts are traded within their respective account[s]. The Advisor will not engage in any principal
transactions (i.e., trade of any security from or to the Advisor’s own account) or cross transactions with
other Client accounts (i.e., purchase of a security into one Client account from another Client’s account[s]).
CPW will not be obligated to select competitive bids on securities transactions and does not have an
obligation to seek the lowest available transaction costs. These costs are determined by the Custodian.
A Client may pay a commission that is higher than another qualified custodian might charge to effect the
same transaction. The Advisor has determined in good faith that the commissions charged by Schwab
are reasonable in relation to the value of the brokerage and research services received. In seeking best
execution, the determinative factor is not necessarily the lowest possible cost but whether the transaction
represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration the full range of the Custodian’s
services, including the value of research provided, execution capability, commission rates, and
responsiveness. Accordingly, although the Advisor will seek competitive rates to the benefit of all Clients,
it may not necessarily obtain the lowest possible commission rates for specific Client account transactions.
Although the investment research products and services that may be obtained by the Advisor will
generally be used to service all of the Advisor’s Clients, they may not equally benefit all Clients. Please
also see Item 14.
B. Aggregating and Allocating Trades
The primary objective in placing orders for the purchase and sale of securities for Client accounts is to obtain the
most favorable net results taking into account such factors as 1) price, 2) size of the order, 3) difficulty of execution,
4) confidentiality and 5) skill required of the Custodian. CPW will execute its transactions through the Custodian
as authorized by the Client. CPW may aggregate orders in a block trade or trades when securities are purchased
or sold through the Custodian for multiple (discretionary) accounts on the same trading day. If a block trade 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 in a manner that is consistent with the initial pre-allocation or other written statement. This
must be done in a way that does not consistently advantage or disadvantage any particular Clients’ accounts.
Item 13 – Review of Accounts
A. Frequency of Reviews
Securities in Client accounts are monitored on a regular and continuous basis by Advisory Persons of CPW and
periodically by the CCO. Formal reviews are generally conducted at least annually or more frequently depending
on the needs of the Client.
B. Causes for Reviews
In addition to the investment monitoring noted in Item 13.A., each Client account shall be reviewed at least
annually. Reviews may be conducted more frequently at the Client’s request. Accounts may be reviewed as a
result of major changes in economic conditions, known changes in the Client’s financial situation, and/or large
deposits or withdrawals in the Client’s account[s]. The Client is encouraged to notify CPW if changes occur in the
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Client’s personal financial situation that might adversely affect the Client’s investment plan. Additional reviews
may be triggered by material market, economic, or political events.
C. Review Reports
The Client will receive brokerage statements generally monthly from the Custodian. These brokerage statements
are sent directly from the Custodian to the Client. The Client may also establish electronic access to the
Custodian’s website so that the Client may view these reports and their account activity. Client brokerage
statements will include all positions, transactions, and fees relating to the Client’s account[s]. The Advisor may
also provide Clients with periodic reports regarding their holdings, allocations, and performance.
Item 14 – Client Referrals and Other Compensation
A. Compensation Received by CPW
CPW is a fee-based advisory firm that is compensated solely by its Clients and not from any investment product.
CPW does not receive commissions or other compensation from product sponsors, broker-dealers, or any
unrelated third party. CPW may refer Clients to various unaffiliated, non-advisory professionals (e.g., attorneys,
accountants, estate planners) to provide certain financial services necessary to meet the goals of its Clients.
Likewise, CPW may receive non-compensated referrals of new Clients from various third parties.
Participation in the Institutional Advisor Platform
CPW has established an institutional relationship with Schwab through its “Schwab Advisor Services” unit, a
division of Schwab dedicated to serving independent advisory firms like CPW. As a registered investment advisor
participating on the Schwab Advisor Services platform, CPW receives access to software and related support
without cost because the Advisor renders investment management services to Clients that maintain assets at
Schwab. Services provided by Schwab Advisor Services benefit the Advisor, and many, but not all, services
provided by Schwab will benefit Clients. In fulfilling its duties to its Clients, the Advisor endeavors at all times to
put the interests of its Clients first. Clients should be aware, however, that the receipt of economic benefits from
a custodian creates a conflict of interest since these benefits may influence the Advisor's recommendation of this
custodian over one that does not furnish similar software, systems support, or services.
Services that Benefit the Client – Schwab’s institutional brokerage services include access to a broad range of
investment products, execution of securities transactions, and custody of the Client’s funds and securities.
Through Schwab, the Advisor may be able to access certain investments and asset classes that the Client would
not be able to obtain directly or through other sources. Further, the Advisor may be able to invest in certain mutual
funds and other investments without having to adhere to investment minimums that might be required if the Client
were to directly access the investments.
Services that May Indirectly Benefit the Client – Schwab provides participating advisors with access to technology,
research, discounts, and other services. In addition, the Advisor receives duplicate statements for Client accounts,
the ability to deduct advisory fees, trading tools, and back-office support services as part of its relationship with
Schwab. These services are intended to assist the Advisor in effectively managing accounts for its Clients but
may not directly benefit all Clients.
Services that May Only Benefit the Advisor – Schwab also offers other services and financial support to CPW that
may not benefit the Client, including educational conferences and events, financial start-up support, consulting
services, and discounts for various service providers. Access to these services creates a financial incentive for
the Advisor to recommend Schwab, which results in a conflict of interest. CPW believes, however, that the
selection of Schwab as Custodian is in the best interests of its Clients.
B. Compensation for Client Referrals
CPW participates in an online investor matching program that seeks to match prospective advisory clients with
advisors, such as CPW. The referral program provides information about investment advisory firms to persons
who have expressed an interest in such firms. The Advisor pays a flat fee each time it is provided a potential lead.
The Advisor does not pay ongoing compensation to this platform. The Advisor does not charge a higher fee for
services as a result of paying this referral fee.
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Item 15 – Custody
The Advisor is authorized to deduct its fees from the Client’s account[s] at the Custodian. The Client must place
all assets with a “qualified custodian”. The Client is required to engage the Custodian to retain all funds and
securities and direct the Advisor to utilize that Custodian for security transactions in the account[s]. The Client
should review statements provided by the Custodian, as the Custodian does not perform this review. For more
information about custodians and brokerage practices, see Item 12 – Brokerage Practices.
If the Client gives the Advisor authority to move money from one account to another account, the Advisor may
have custody of those assets. In order to avoid additional regulatory requirements, the Custodian and the Advisor
have adopted safeguards to ensure that the money movements are completed in accordance with the Client’s
instructions.
Item 16 – Investment Discretion
CPW generally has discretion over the selection and amount of securities to be bought or sold in Client accounts
without obtaining prior consent or approval from the Client. However, these purchases or sales may be subject to
specified investment objectives, guidelines, or limitations previously set forth by the Client and agreed to by CPW.
The discretionary authority will only be authorized upon full disclosure to the Client. The granting of such authority
will be evidenced by the Client's execution of a wealth management agreement containing all applicable limitations
to such authority. All discretionary trades made by CPW will be in accordance with each Client's investment
objectives and goals.
Item 17 – Voting Client Securities
CPW does not accept proxy-voting responsibility for any Client. Clients will receive proxy statements directly from
the Custodian. The Advisor will assist in answering questions relating to proxies. However, the Client retains the
sole responsibility for proxy decisions and voting.
Item 18 – Financial Information
Neither CPW nor its management has any adverse financial situations that would reasonably impair the ability of
CPW to meet all obligations to its Clients. Neither CPW nor any of its Advisory Persons have been subject to a
bankruptcy or financial compromise. CPW is not required to deliver a balance sheet along with this Disclosure
Brochure as the Advisor does not collect advance fees of $1,200 or more for services to be performed six months
or more in the future.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Brochure Supplement
for
Manuel Ruiz, CFP®
Managing Partner
Effective: March 25, 2026
This Form ADV 2B (“Brochure Supplement”) provides information about the background and qualifications of
Manuel Ruiz, CFP®, (CRD# 3139277), in addition to the information contained in the Compass Private Wealth
Group, LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor,” CRD# 316785) Disclosure Brochure. If you have not received a copy of the
Disclosure Brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of the CPW Disclosure Brochure or this
Brochure Supplement, please contact the Advisor at (908) 615-2249.
Additional information about Mr. Ruiz is available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website at
www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with his full name or his individual CRD# 3139277.
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Item 2 – Educational Background and Business Experience
Manuel Ruiz, CFP®, born in 1974, is dedicated to advising Clients of CPW as a Managing Partner. Mr. Ruiz earned
a Bachelor of Arts degree from Rutgers College in 1997. Additional information regarding Mr. Ruiz’s employment
history is included below.
Employment History:
Managing Partner, Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC
Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
Financial Advisor, Vice President, JP Morgan Chase Bank, N.A.
Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
Director, Finance, American International Group, Inc.
11/2021 to Present
09/2018 to 11/2021
01/2014 to 09/2018
01/2012 to 01/2014
11/2007 to 01/2012
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™ (“CFP®”)
The CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER™, CFP® and federally registered CFP® (with flame design) marks
(collectively, the “CFP® marks”) are professional certification marks granted in the United States by Certified
Financial Planner Board of Standards, Inc. (“CFP® Board”).
The CFP® certification is a voluntary certification; no federal or state law or regulation requires financial planners
to hold CFP® certification. It is recognized in the United States and a number of other countries for its (1) high
standard of professional education; (2) stringent code of conduct and standards of practice; and (3) ethical
requirements that govern professional engagements with clients. Currently, more than 71,000 individuals have
obtained CFP® certification in the United States.
To attain the right to use the CFP® marks, an individual must satisfactorily fulfill the following requirements:
• Education – Complete an advanced college-level course of study addressing the financial planning
subject areas that CFP® Board’s studies have determined as necessary for the competent and
professional delivery of financial planning services, and attain a Bachelor’s Degree from a regionally
accredited United States college or university (or its equivalent from a foreign university). CFP® Board’s
financial planning subject areas include insurance planning and risk management, employee benefits
planning, investment planning, income tax planning, retirement planning, and estate planning;
• Examination – Pass the comprehensive CFP® Certification Examination. The examination includes case
studies and client scenarios designed to test one’s ability to correctly diagnose financial planning issues
and apply one’s knowledge of financial planning to real world circumstances;
• Experience – Complete at least three years of full-time financial planning-related experience (or the
equivalent, measured as 2,000 hours per year); and
• Ethics – Agree to be bound by CFP® Board’s Standards of Professional Conduct, a set of documents
outlining the ethical and practice standards for CFP® professionals.
Individuals who become certified must complete the following ongoing education and ethics requirements in
order to maintain the right to continue to use the CFP® marks:
• Continuing Education – Complete 30 hours of continuing education hours every two years, including two
hours on the Code of Ethics and other parts of the Standards of Professional Conduct, to maintain
competence and keep up with developments in the financial planning field; and
• Ethics – Renew an agreement to be bound by the Standards of Professional Conduct. The Standards
prominently require that CFP® professionals provide financial planning services at a fiduciary standard of
care. This means CFP® professionals must provide financial planning services in the best interests of their
clients.
CFP® professionals who fail to comply with the above standards and requirements may be subject to CFP®
Board’s enforcement process, which could result in suspension or permanent revocation of their CFP®
certification.
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Item 3 – Disciplinary Information
Securities laws require an advisor to disclose any instances where the advisor or its advisory persons have been
found liable in a legal, regulatory, civil, or arbitration matter that alleges violation of securities and other statutes;
fraud; false statements or omissions; theft, embezzlement or wrongful taking of property; bribery, forgery,
counterfeiting, or extortion; and/or dishonest, unfair, or unethical practices. There are no legal, civil, or
disciplinary events requiring disclosure regarding Mr. Ruiz.
However, the Advisor encourages Clients to independently view the background of Mr. Ruiz on the Investment
Adviser Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with his full name or his individual
CRD# 3139277.
Item 4 – Other Business Activities
Insurance Agency Affiliations
Mr. Ruiz is also a licensed insurance professional. Implementations of insurance recommendations are separate
and apart from Mr. Ruiz’s role with CPW. As an insurance professional, Mr. Ruiz will receive customary
commissions and other related revenues from the various insurance companies whose products are sold. Mr.
Ruiz is not required to offer the products of any particular insurance company. Commissions generated by
insurance sales do not offset regular advisory fees. This practice presents a conflict of interest in recommending
certain products of insurance companies. Clients are under no obligation to implement any recommendations
made by Mr. Ruiz or the Advisor. Mr. Ruiz spends less than 10% of his time per month in this capacity.
Item 5 – Additional Compensation
Mr. Ruiz has additional business activities where compensation is received that are detailed in Item 4 above.
Item 6 – Supervision
Mr. Ruiz serves as a Managing Partner of CPW and is supervised by Dorota Pietryka, the Chief Compliance
Officer. Mrs. Pietryka can be reached at (908) 615-2249.
CPW has implemented a Code of Ethics, an internal compliance document that guides each Supervised Person
in meeting their fiduciary obligations to Clients of CPW. Further, CPW is subject to regulatory oversight by various
agencies. These agencies require registration by CPW and its Supervised Persons. As a registered entity, CPW
is subject to examinations by regulators, which may be announced or unannounced. CPW is required to
periodically update the information provided to these agencies and to provide various reports regarding the
business activities and assets of the Advisor.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Brochure Supplement
for
William B. Ciccone
Managing Partner, CPWA®
Effective: March 25, 2026
This Form ADV 2B (“Brochure Supplement”) provides information about the background and qualifications of
William B. Ciccone CPWA® (CRD# 5822448), in addition to the information contained in the Compass Private
Wealth Group, LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor,” CRD# 316785) Disclosure Brochure. If you have not received a copy
of the Disclosure Brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of the CPW Disclosure Brochure or
this Brochure Supplement, please contact the Advisor at (908) 615-2249.
Additional information about Mr. Ciccone is available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website
at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with his full name or his individual CRD# 5822448.
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Item 2 – Educational Background and Business Experience
William B. Ciccone, CPWA®, born in 1988, is dedicated to advising Clients of CPW as a Managing Partner. Mr.
Ciccone also earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Finance from the University of Delaware in 2010. Additional
information regarding Mr. Ciccone’s employment history is included below.
Employment History:
11/2021 to Present
09/2018 to 11/2021
11/2013 to 09/2018
03/2011 to 11/2013
Managing Partner, Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC
Financial Advisor, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith Incorporated
Investment Advisor/Registered Representative, JPMorgan Chase LLC
Investment Advisor/Registered Representative, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner &
Smith Incorporated
Certified Private Wealth Advisor™ (“CPWA®”)
The CPWA® designation signifies that an individual has met initial and ongoing experience, ethical, education,
and examination requirements for the professional designation, which is centered on private wealth management
topics and strategies for high-net-worth clients. Prerequisites for the CPWA® designation are A Bachelor’s degree
from an accredited college or university or one of the following designations or licenses: CIMA®, CIMC®, CFA®,
CFP®, ChFC®, or CPA® license; have an acceptable regulatory history as evidenced by FINRA Form U-4 or other
regulatory requirements and five years of professional client-centered experience in financial services or a related
industry. CPWA® designees have completed a rigorous educational process that includes self-study requirements,
an in-class education component, and successful completion of a comprehensive examination. CPWA® designees
are required to adhere to IMCA’s Code of Professional Responsibility and Rules and Guidelines for the use of the
Marks. CPWA® designees must report 40 hours of continuing education credits, including two ethics hours every
two years, to maintain the certification. The designation is administered through the Investment Management
Consultants Association™ (IMCA®).
Item 3 – Disciplinary Information
There are no legal, civil, or disciplinary events to disclose regarding Mr. Ciccone. Mr. Ciccone has never
been involved in any regulatory, civil, or criminal action. There have been no client complaints, lawsuits, arbitration
claims, or administrative proceedings against Mr. Ciccone.
Securities laws require an advisor to disclose any instances where the advisor or its advisory persons have been
found liable in a legal, regulatory, civil, or arbitration matter that alleges violation of securities and other statutes;
fraud; false statements or omissions; theft, embezzlement or wrongful taking of property; bribery, forgery,
counterfeiting, or extortion; and/or dishonest, unfair, or unethical practices. There are no legal, civil, or
disciplinary events to disclose regarding Mr. Ciccone.
However, the Advisor encourages Clients to independently view the background of Mr. Ciccone on the Investment
Adviser Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with his full name or his individual
CRD# 5822448.
Item 4 – Other Business Activities
Mr. Ciccone is dedicated to the investment advisory activities of CPW’s Clients. Mr. Ciccone does not have any
other business activities.
Item 5 – Additional Compensation
Mr. Ciccone is dedicated to the investment advisory activities of CPW’s Clients. Mr. Ciccone does not receive any
additional forms of compensation.
Item 6 – Supervision
Mr. Ciccone serves as a Managing Partner of CPW and is supervised by Dorota Pietryka, the Chief Compliance
Officer. Mrs. Pietryka can be reached at (908) 615-2249.
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CPW has implemented a Code of Ethics, an internal compliance document that guides each Supervised Person
in meeting their fiduciary obligations to Clients of CPW. Further, CPW is subject to regulatory oversight by various
agencies. These agencies require registration by CPW and its Supervised Persons. As a registered entity, CPW
is subject to examinations by regulators, which may be announced or unannounced. CPW is required to
periodically update the information provided to these agencies and to provide various reports regarding the
business activities and assets of the Advisor.
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Form ADV Part 2B – Brochure Supplement
for
Dorota B. Pietryka, CRPC®
Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Operating Officer
Effective: March 25, 2026
This Form ADV 2B (“Brochure Supplement”) provides information about the background and qualifications of
Dorota B. Pietryka, CRPC® (CRD# 5011088) in addition to the information contained in the Compass Private
Wealth Group LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor”, CRD# 316785) Disclosure Brochure. If you have not received a copy
of the Disclosure Brochure or if you have any questions about the contents of the CPW Disclosure Brochure or
this Brochure Supplement, please contact us at (908) 615-2249.
Additional information about Mrs. Pietryka is available on the SEC’s Investment Adviser Public Disclosure website
at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with her full name or her Individual CRD# 5011088.
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Item 2 – Educational Background and Business Experience
Dorota B. Pietryka, CRPC®, born in 1979, is dedicated to advising Clients of CPW as the Chief Compliance Officer
and Chief Operating Officer. Mrs. Pietryka earned a Bachelor of Business Administration from Baruch College in
2005. Additional information regarding Mrs. Pietryka’s employment history is included below.
Employment History:
07/2024 to Present
042019 to 07/2024
02/2019 to 07/2024
Chief Compliance Officer and Chief Operating Officer, Compass Private
Wealth Group LLC
Investment Advisor Representative, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
Incorporated
Registered Representative, Merrill Lynch, Pierce, Fenner & Smith
Incorporated
Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor™ (“CRPC®”)
Individuals who hold the CRPC® designation have completed a course of study encompassing pre-and post-
retirement needs, asset management, estate planning, and the entire retirement planning process using models
and techniques from real client situations. Additionally, individuals must pass an end-of-course examination that
tests their ability to synthesize complex concepts and apply theoretical concepts to real-life situations. All
designees have agreed to adhere to Standards of Professional Conduct and are subject to a disciplinary process.
Designees renew their designation every two-years by completing 16 hours of continuing education, reaffirming
adherence to the Standards of Professional Conduct, and complying with self-disclosure requirements.
Item 3 – Disciplinary Information
There are no legal, civil or disciplinary events to disclose regarding Mrs. Pietryka. Mrs. Pietryka has never
been involved in any regulatory, civil or criminal action. There have been no client complaints, lawsuits, arbitration
claims or administrative proceedings against Mrs. Pietryka.
Securities laws require an advisor to disclose any instances where the advisor or its advisory persons have been
found liable in a legal, regulatory, civil or arbitration matter that alleges violation of securities and other statutes;
fraud; false statements or omissions; theft, embezzlement or wrongful taking of property; bribery, forgery,
counterfeiting, or extortion; and/or dishonest, unfair or unethical practices. As previously noted, there are no
legal, civil or disciplinary events to disclose regarding Mrs. Pietryka.
However, we do encourage you to independently view the background of Mrs. Pietryka on the Investment Adviser
Public Disclosure website at www.adviserinfo.sec.gov by searching with her full name or her Individual CRD#
5011088.
Item 4 – Other Business Activities
Insurance Agency Affiliations
Mrs. Pietryka is also a licensed insurance professional. Implementations of insurance recommendations are
separate and apart from Mrs. Pietryka’s role with CPW. As an insurance professional, Mrs. Pietryka will receive
customary commissions and other related revenues from the various insurance companies whose products are
sold. Mrs. Pietryka is not required to offer the products of any particular insurance company. Commissions
generated by insurance sales do not offset regular advisory fees. This practice presents a conflict of interest in
recommending certain products of the insurance companies. Clients are under no obligation to implement any
recommendations made by Mrs. Pietryka or the Advisor. Mrs. Pietryka spends approximately 5% of her time per
month in this capacity.
Item 5 – Additional Compensation
Mrs. Pietryka has additional business activities where compensation is received that are detailed in Item 4 above.
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Item 6 – Supervision
Mrs. Pietryka serves as the Chief Compliance Officer of CPW. Mrs. Pietryka can be reached at (908) 615-2249.
CPW has implemented a Code of Ethics, an internal compliance document that guides each Supervised Person
in meeting their fiduciary obligations to Clients of CPW. Further, CPW is subject to regulatory oversight by various
agencies. These agencies require registration by CPW and its Supervised Persons. As a registered entity, CPW
is subject to examinations by regulators, which may be announced or unannounced. CPW is required to
periodically update the information provided to these agencies and to provide various reports regarding the
business activities and assets of the Advisor.
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Privacy Policy
Effective: March 25, 2026
Our Commitment to You
Compass Private Wealth Group, LLC (“CPW” or the “Advisor”) is committed to safeguarding the use of personal
information of our Clients (also referred to as “you” and “your”) that we obtain as your Investment Advisor as
described here in our Privacy Policy (“Policy”).
Our relationship with you is our most important asset. We understand that you have entrusted us with your private
information, and we do everything that we can to maintain that trust. CPW (also referred to as "we," "our," and
"us”) protects the security and confidentiality of the personal information we have and implements controls to
ensure that such information is used for proper business purposes in connection with the management or servicing
of our relationship with you.
CPW does not sell your nonpublic personal information to anyone. Nor do we provide such information to others
except for discrete and reasonable business purposes in connection with the servicing and management of our
relationship with you, as discussed below.
Details of our approach to privacy and how your personal nonpublic information is collected and used are set forth
in this Policy.
Why you need to know?
Registered Investment Advisors (“RIAs”) must share some of your personal information in the course of servicing
your account. Federal and State laws give you the right to limit some of this sharing and require RIAs to disclose
how we collect, share, and protect your personal information.
What information do we collect from you?
Driver’s license number
Date of birth
Social security or taxpayer identification number Assets and liabilities
Name, address, and phone number[s]
Income and expenses
Email address[es]
Investment activity
Account information (including other institutions)
Investment experience and goals
What Information do we collect from other sources?
Custody, brokerage, and advisory agreements
questionnaires
and
suitability
Other advisory agreements and legal documents
Transactional information with us or others
Account applications and forms
Investment
documents
Other information needed to service the account
How do we protect your information?
To safeguard your personal information from unauthorized access and use, we maintain physical, procedural, and
electronic security measures. These include such safeguards as secure passwords, encrypted file storage, and a
secure office environment. Our technology vendors provide security and access control over personal information
and have policies over the transmission of data. Our associates are trained on their responsibilities to protect
Clients’ personal information.
We require third parties that assist in providing our services to you to protect the personal information they receive
from us.
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How do we share your information?
An RIA shares Clients’ personal information to effectively implement its services. In the section below, we list
some reasons we may share your personal information.
Basis For Sharing
Do we share?
Can you limit?
Yes
No
Servicing our Clients
We may share nonpublic personal information with non-affiliated third
parties (such as administrators, brokers, custodians, regulators, credit
agencies, and other financial institutions) as necessary for us to provide
agreed-upon services to you, consistent with applicable law, including but
not limited to: processing transactions; general account maintenance;
responding to regulators or legal investigations; and credit reporting.
No
Not Shared
Marketing Purposes
CPW does not disclose and does not intend to disclose personal
information with non-affiliated third parties to offer you services. Certain
laws may give us the right to share your personal information with financial
institutions where you are a customer and where CPW or the client has a
formal agreement with the financial institution. We will only share
information for purposes of servicing your accounts, not for
marketing purposes.
Yes
Yes
Authorized Users
Your nonpublic personal information may be disclosed to you and persons
that we believe to be your authorized agent(s) or representative(s).
No
Not Shared
Information About Former Clients
CPW does not disclose and does not intend to disclose nonpublic personal
information to non-affiliated third parties with respect to persons who are
no longer our Clients.
Changes to our Privacy Policy
We will send you a copy of this Policy annually for as long as you maintain an ongoing relationship with us.
Periodically we may revise this Policy and will provide you with a revised Policy if the changes materially alter the
previous Privacy Policy. We will not, however, revise our Privacy Policy to permit the sharing of nonpublic personal
information other than as described in this notice unless we first notify you and provide you with an opportunity to
prevent the information sharing.
Any Questions?
You may ask questions or voice any concerns, as well as obtain a copy of our current Privacy Policy by contacting
us at (908) 615-2249.
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