
Robert Nelson - In Memoriam
Founder
1945-2017. Our founder, president and owner, Robert Owen Nelson, passed away May 14, 2017, following a courageously, brave fight with Leukemia. In 1967, he graduated from Colby College with a Bachelors Degree in Political Science. From 1969 to 1970, he attended graduate school for international relations at the University of Southern California and received a Masters Degree from Gonzaga University in 1979. Bob founded Nelson Securities in 1983, and also served as President of the Spokane Stock Exchange. From 1983 to 2017, Bob was owner and president of Nelson Securities, Inc., a Broker-Dealer and Investment Advisor registered with the SEC. Bob's vision will remain an integral part of Nelson Securities’ investment process and future success as we continue to serve our valued clients in the highest regard and standard honoring Bob’s legacy moving forward.
Bob’s spirited personality could light up any room and will be forever missed by his loved ones, friends, employees, and clients.