Mr. Brian Kovack is the Co-Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Kovack Financial Network, a leading independent broker-dealer and registered investment adviser supporting financial professionals nationwide. With nearly three decades of experience in the financial services industry, Brian oversees the firm’s strategic vision, growth, and advisor experience.
A respected industry leader, Brian served two terms on the FINRA Board of Governors (2015–2021) and previously on the FINRA District 7 Committee. Since 2003, he has acted as a FINRA Dispute Resolution Arbitrator and served as an Enforcement Hearing Officer for FINRA disciplinary hearings.
Brian holds a Bachelor of Science in Finance from the University of Florida, where he played Division I football for the Gators and was recognized as an SEC Academic All-American. He later earned both a Master of Accounting and a Juris Doctor (JD) degree from Nova Southeastern University.
Brian resides in Lighthouse Point, Florida, with his wife, Stacey, and their daughter, Harbor. Outside of the office, he enjoys boating, traveling, and aviation.