Kenneth B. Hopkins
ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC | President & CCO
Garland, TX 75040
CRD#: 1226206
Professional summary
Kenneth Bernard Hopkins, who also goes by Ken Hopkins, Kenneth Hopkins, is a registered financial advisor currently at ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC located in Garland, Texas and LPL FINANCIAL LLC located in Garland, Texas.
Kenneth is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1984. Kenneth has worked at 13 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.
Biography
I have been working with individuals and businesses in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for over three decades.
I served as Vice President of Investments with two of the largest brokerage firms in the United States for over 20 years. For several years, I worked with high net worth individuals for one of the top ten banks in the United States, overseeing more than $100 million in equity assets.
I am well versed and skilled in designing, monitoring, and servicing complex equity and fixed income portfolios. I also focuses on helping my clients build a sound and comprehensive financial plan.
One of the benefits of working with us is our ability to provide clear, easily understood explanations of financial products and services. The personalized program that we can provide is a roadmap to working toward a more secure financial future.
We’re looking forward to using our expertise to help you pursue your financial goals.
Question & Answer
What makes you the best choice for clients?
Ken has been working with individuals and businesses in the Dallas-Fort Worth area for over three decades. He served as Vice President of Investments with two of the largest brokerage firms in the United States for over 20 years.
What are your service offerings?
Financial Planning,
Individual Insurance (Life, He...
Investment Management,
Retirement Planning
Do you have an area of expertise or specialization?
Alternative Investments,
College Planning,
High Net Worth Planning,
Investment Management,
Retirement Planning
What is your minimum asset requirement?
100K
How do you get paid?
Percentage of AUM - 0.75% - 1....
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Ken Hopkins | Kenneth Hopkins
Other business activities
Outside business activity is any business or activity undertaken by an advisor that is outside the scope of their relationship with their firm (e.g., consulting services, real estate, freelance work, teaching, etc.). Investors should stay informed about these activities to ensure no conflicts of interest.
1. 2/15/2018 - No Business Name - Investment Related - At at location chosen by FINRA somewhere in Texas. - Other-FINRA NON-Public Arbritator - FINRA Arbitrator - Started 02/05/2018 - 1 Hour Per Month During Securities Trading. 2. 3/25/2019 - Orion Wealth Management - Investment Related - At Reported Business Location(s) - DBA for LPL Business (entity for LPL business) - Start Date: 03/22/2019 - 160 Hours Per Month/160 Hours During Securities Trading. 3. 6/28/2021 - Orion Wealth Management - Investment Related - At Reported Business Location(s) - Registered Investment Advisor Hybrid - IAR - Started 06/23/2021 - 160 Hours Per Month/8 Hours During Securities Trading - Time Spent 100% - I provide investment advisory services through Orion Wealth Management, an independent investment advisor firm. I started this business activity in 05/2021. I expect to spend approximately 160 hours per month on this activity. Please see the advisory firm's Form ADV for more information about its address, the nature of its business, its owners, and its services at http://www.adviserinfo.sec.gov/IAPD. The firm is separate from and independent of LPL Financial. 4. 07/17/2023 - Orion Wealth Partners - Investment Related - At Reported Business Location(s) - Registered Investment Advisor DBA - Start Date 08/31/2023 - 20 Hours Per Month/ 20 Hours During Trading - Time Spent 12% - I provide investment advisory services through Orion Wealth Management, LLC, an independent investment advisor firm. I started this business activity in 5/2021. I expect to spend approximately 160 hours per month on this activity. Please see the advisory firm's Form ADV for more information about its address, the nature of its business, its owners, and its services at http://www.adviserinfo.sec.gov/IAPD. The firm is separate from and independent of LPL Financial. 5) 05/12/2025 - Advisors Resource Company - Investment Related - Non-Variable Insurance - At Reported Business Location(s) - Start Date : 05/31/2025 - 5 Hrs/Mth - 1 Hrs During Trading.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
Click below to view Kenneth Bernard Hopkins's CRS (Customer Relationship Summary).
Certified licenses
Advisors may have various certifications and credentials from different organizations. AdvisorCheck highlights these seven certifications - AIF®, CFP®, ChFC®, CFA, CLU®, CIMA®, CPWA®
NoneExperience
Current
June 23, 2021 - Present
ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
Office #1: 675 Town Square Blvd. Bldg. 1a Ste 200- #376, Garland, TX 75040RIA
CRD#: 313698
Garland, TX
Current
March 2, 2015 - Present
LPL FINANCIAL LLC
Office #1: 675 Town Square Blvd Ste 200 Suite 200, #376, Garland, TX 75040RIA
BD
CRD#: 6413
GARLAND, TX
Past
March 11, 2015 - June 23, 2021
ADVISOR RESOURCE COUNCIL
RIA
CRD#: 164109
Richardson, TX
Past
October 3, 2013 - March 2, 2015
SGL INVESTMENT ADVISORS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 145167
MISSOULA, MT
Past
May 10, 2013 - March 2, 2015
S.G. LONG & COMPANY
BD
CRD#: 47511
PLANO, TX
Past
September 13, 2005 - May 17, 2013
WADDELL & REED
RIA
CRD#: 866
DALLAS, TX
Past
September 8, 2005 - May 17, 2013
WADDELL & REED
BD
CRD#: 866
DALLAS, TX
Past
January 21, 2004 - November 8, 2005
THE HOUSEHOLDER GROUP, ESTATE & RETIREMENT SPECIALISTS
RIA
CRD#: 107773
RICHARDSON, TX
Past
July 3, 2003 - September 13, 2005
SUNAMERICA SECURITIES, INC.
BD
CRD#: 20068
PHOENIX, AZ
Past
December 3, 2001 - July 10, 2003
QUICK & REILLY, INC.
BD
CRD#: 11217
NEW YORK, NY
Past
July 31, 1993 - December 6, 2001
CITIGROUP GLOBAL MARKETS INC.
BD
CRD#: 7059
NEW YORK, NY
Past
May 14, 1988 - July 31, 1993
LEHMAN BROTHERS INC.
BD
CRD#: 7506
NEW YORK, NY
Past
July 2, 1987 - May 14, 1988
E. F. HUTTON & COMPANY INC
BD
CRD#: 235
Past
February 24, 1984 - July 1, 1987
MERRILL LYNCH, PIERCE, FENNER & SMITH INCORPORATED
BD
CRD#: 7691
State Registrations and Notice Filings
Listed states reflect where the advisor is authorized to serve clients under state regulations.
IAR
means the advisor is registered as an Investment Advisor Representative in this state and is authorized to provide investment advice to clients there.RR
indicates the advisor is registered as a Registered Representative in this state, allowing them to offer securities such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.Visual representation of state registrations
RR
Alabama(11/1/2022)
RR
Arizona(3/20/2025)
RR
Arkansas(3/2/2015)
RR
California(11/1/2022)
RR
Colorado(3/30/2017)
RR
Florida(11/1/2022)
IAR
Florida(1/5/2023)
RR
Georgia(5/29/2020)
RR
Iowa(6/23/2023)
RR
Kentucky(11/1/2022)
IAR
Louisiana(8/12/2021)
RR
Massachusetts(4/14/2015)
RR
Mississippi(3/2/2015)
RR
New Mexico(3/17/2015)
RR
New York(11/1/2022)
RR
North Carolina(11/2/2022)
RR
Oklahoma(4/29/2025)
RR
Puerto Rico(11/1/2022)
RR
South Carolina(11/2/2022)
RR
Texas(3/2/2015)
IAR
Texas(6/23/2021)
RR
Utah(1/3/2019)
RR
Virginia(11/1/2022)
RR
Washington(11/1/2022)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
OW
ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT | ORION WEALTH PARTNERS | ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
CRD#: 313698 / SEC#:
Florida
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (1/5/2023 Approved)Louisiana
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/12/2021 Approved)Texas
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (6/23/2021 Approved)Upgrade to AdvisorCheck Premium
Get A Biweekly Pulse, AutomaticallyReceive biweekly alerts automatically. Stay informed and proactive.
Catch Firm-Level Red Flags SoonerCatch leadership changes and disclosures early, before issues escalate.
See Trends. Not Just SnapshotsMonitor firm stability metrics like AUM and advisor ratios over time.
Contact information
Main Address
675 Town Square Blvd. Bldg. 1a Ste 200- #376, Garland, TX 75040
Mailing Address
Phone number
(972) 891-8609
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
2
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 146 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 30,013,548 |
Red Flags
Disclosures can be potential red flags, including customer disputes, regulatory fines, employer terminations, bankruptcies, judgments, liens, or certain criminal activities.
Check for any disclosures as part of your thorough research when choosing an advisor.
Company Information
ORION WEALTH MANAGEMENT LLC
President & CCOCRD#: 313698Garland, TX 75040TRUST BUT VERIFY
Monitor Kenneth Hopkins
Get automatic monthly alerts on:Job or Firm Moves
Licensing Changes
Client Complaints
New Red Flags
Contact Information Updates
Contact information
(xxx) xxx-xxxx
xxxxx@xxxx.xxx
