Acadia Wealth CEO Aaron Sevigny Faces Racketeering Complaint

by Staff Attorney | February 26, 2026 3:57 pm

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According to publicly available FINRA BrokerCheck records, Aaron Sevigny (CRD #4314368), President and CEO of Acadia Wealth in Southwest Florida was recently involved in a $2 million civil racketeering complaint. The disclosure was pending as of February 10, 2026.

If you invested based on recommendations from Aaron Sevigny and have experienced significant losses, or if you believe the risks were not clearly explained to you, do not ignore it. Investment misconduct often becomes clearer with a careful, independent review of your account history and communications. Waiting too long can affect your ability to pursue recovery.  If you have concerns about how your investments were handled, contact the securities attorneys at MDF Law immediately at 800-767-8040 for a confidential case evaluation. We can assess your situation and explain whether you have viable legal options to recover your losses.

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Who is Aaron Sevigny?

Aaron Sevigny is the President and CEO of Acadia Wealth Management[1], LLC, a wealth management firm based in Southwest Florida. He has worked in the financial services industry since the late 1990s and has been affiliated with Acadia since its formation. Mr. Sevigny earned a degree in economics from Ursinus College and holds several professional designations, including Chartered Retirement Plans Specialist (CRPS®), Accredited Investment Fiduciary (AIF®), and Certified Estate Planner (CEP®). He maintains multiple FINRA licenses. This includes Series 7, 24, 66, and 4, and is registered to provide investment advisory and insurance-related services.

FINRA Charges Involving Aaron Sevigny Explained

The complaint alleges multiple serious federal and state law violations arising from alleged fraudulent conduct. It includes claims under Section 10(b) of the Securities Exchange Act and Rule 10b-5[2], which prohibit material misrepresentations or deceptive practices in connection with the sale of securities, as well as Section 20(a), which allows liability against controlling persons who supervise or direct the primary wrongdoer. The filing also asserts civil RICO claims, alleging a pattern of racketeering[3] activity and conspiracy under federal law. In addition, the plaintiff brings claims under the New Jersey Consumer Fraud Act and common-law theories including fraud, breach of fiduciary duty, negligence, and aiding and abetting misconduct. The total damages sought in the action are $2,000,000.

The complaint contains allegations against Aaron Seigny. As such, the allegations must be proven by the investor.

FINRA Records Reflect 2021 Customer Settlements  

Public records also reflect that three prior customer complaints involving Sevigny were settled in 2021. While settlements do not constitute findings of liability, they are part of a broker’s regulatory history and are disclosed on FINRA BrokerCheck. Prior settlements can be relevant when evaluating patterns of alleged misconduct or supervisory concerns. Investors reviewing their legal options often consider this broader history when assessing potential claims.

How Investors Can Seek Recovery

When investors lose money under circumstances that raise red flags, they deserve a serious review of what actually happened. That is where MDF Law comes in. We represent investors in disputes involving unsuitable investment recommendations, misrepresentations, excessive risk-taking, and supervisory failures. Our job is to examine the account history, communications, risk profile, and the specific products that were recommended. We compare what was promised with what was delivered. If the facts support a claim, we pursue recovery through FINRA arbitration or litigation, depending on the circumstances.

FINRA stands for the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. It is the private, congressionally authorized regulator that oversees brokerage firms and registered representatives in the United States. Most investor disputes involving brokers are handled through FINRA arbitration, not in traditional court. Brokerage firms require customers to agree to this process when accounts are opened. FINRA maintains BrokerCheck, a public database that discloses licensing history, employment background, and customer complaints.

If you believe you were placed into investments that did not match your risk tolerance, were not fully informed of material risks, or experienced losses that seem inconsistent with what you were told, it is important to act quickly. There are time limits on bringing claims. MDF Law can review your documents, explain whether you may have a viable case, and guide you through the arbitration process from start to finish.

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Endnotes:
  1. Acadia Wealth Management: https://www.acadiawealth.com/team/aaron-sevigny-crps-aif-cep
  2. Rule 10b-5: https://www.ecfr.gov/current/title-17/chapter-II/part-240/subpart-A/subject-group-ECFRbda83517ce4377f/section-240.10b-5
  3. racketeering: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Racketeering

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