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David Scott Mckechnie

VALMARK ADVISERS
Ponta Vedra, FL
·CRD# 1370140·41 years registered

Professional Summary

David Scott Mckechnie is a registered financial advisor currently at VALMARK ADVISERS, INC. located in Ponta Vedra, Florida and BEAUPORT FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLC located in Gloucester, Massachusetts. David is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1985. David has worked at 4 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE, Series 7 and Series 24 exams.

At a Glance

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Fee Structure

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Fiduciary Standard

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Contact Information

Email

xxxxx@xxxx.xxx

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Years of Experience

41 years registered in the securities industry

Current & Past Employments

Current

VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.Current·CRD# 108050
RIA
1. Ponta Vedra, FL2. 3 Heritage Way Suite 2, Gloucester, MA 01930
January 25, 2006 - Present
BEAUPORT FINANCIAL SERVICES, LLCCurrent·CRD# 129996
RIA
3 Heritage Way, Suite 2, Gloucester, MA 01930
April 10, 2006 - Present
VALMARK SECURITIES, INC.Current·CRD# 31243
BD
1. Ponte Vedra Beach, FL2. 3 Heritage Way Suite 2, Gloucester, MA 01930
October 24, 2003 - Present

Past

NEW ENGLAND SECURITIESPast·CRD# 615
BD
New York, NY
July 24, 1985 - October 24, 2003

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Current Firm

VA
VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.

VALMARK ADVISERS INC | VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.

CRD#: 108050 / SEC#: 801-55564
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/29/1998 Approved)
Wyoming
Registered Investment Advisory firm - Wyoming (8/11/2017 Terminated)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

Contact Information

Main Address

130 Springside Drive Suite 300, Akron, OH 44333

Phone Number

(800) 765-5201

# of Employees

280

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)

Registered to provide investment advisory services in 52 US states and territories.

Documents

Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

VALMARK ADVISERS WEALTH MANAGEMENT SOLUTIONS ADV PART 2A APPENDIX 1-WRAP FEE PROGRAM BROCHURE (6/1/2026)

Regulatory Assets Under Management

Total Number of Accounts

20,881

AUM (Assets Under Management)

$10,166,311,019

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Other business activities

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1. ENGAGEd IN THE SALE OF HEALTH INSURANCE, 401(K) AND OTHER RELATED EMPLOYEE BENEFITS THROUGH THE FOLLOWING COMPANIES: CNA, BC/BS, TUFTS, US HEALTHCARE/AETNA, LINCOLN BENEFIT, UNUM, FORTIS, THE HARTFORD, GREAT WEST, TRANSAMERICA, NEW ENGLAND, STANDARD, GUARDIAN AND TRAVELERS/// 2. BEAUPORT FINANCIAL SERVICES LLC RIA; FEE BASED FINANCIAL PLANNING; PARTNER; ALL FEES PAID DIRECTLY TO RIA; INVESTMENT RELATED/// 3. GLOUCESTER ROTARY CLUB, GLOUCESTER, MA; COMMUNITY SERVICE ORGANIZATION OF BUSINESS,PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY LEADERS; MEMBER; ATTEND REGULAR MEETINGS AND PARTICIPATE IN COMMUNITY SERVICE ACTIVITIES; NOT INVESTMENT RELATED; STARTED 01/01/1987; NO COMPENSATION/// 4. ESSEX COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION; 175 ADOVER STREET, DANVERS, MA 01923; PROMOTES PHILANTHROPY IN ESSEX COUNTY BY MANAGING CHARITABLE FUNDS FOR DONORS, PROVIDING GRANTS AND SERVICES TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS AND ENGAGING IN COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP INITIATIVES; CHAIRMAN OF ADVISORY BOARD; NOT INVESTMENT RELATED; STARTED 10/01/2016; NO COMPENSATION/// 5. NORTH SHORE YMCA, 245 CABOT STREET, BEVERLY, MA 01915; PROVIDES CHILDCARE, EDUCATION, WELLNESS AND FITNESS PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN AND ADULTS IN THE COMMUNITY; BOARD MEMBER & CAPITAL CAMPAIGN CHAIR; ATTEND REGULAR BOARD MEETINGS ADVISING AND PROVIDING SUPPORT FOR EXECUTIVES, FUNDRAISING, CAMPAIGN TO BUILD NEW YMCA; NOT INVESTMENT RELATED; STARTED 01/01/2013; CLIENT INVOLVEMENT-NORTH SHORE YMCA OWNS SEVERAL VARIABLE LIFE INSURANCE POLICIES; NO COMPENSATION/// 6. SHRINERS BURN HOSPITAL FOR CHILDERN, 51 BLOSSOM STREET, BOSTON, MA 02114; BURN HOSPITAL FOR CHILDREN; BOARD OF TRUSTEES-EMERITUS MEMBER; NOT INVESTMENT RELATED; STARTED 01/01/2013; NO COMPENSATION/// 7. The Bull Finch Group; 160 Gould Street, Suite 310, Needham, MA 02494; Sale of Ind and Group disability products; NOT Investment Related; Approximately 1-5 hrs. per month; Paid as independent insurance agent-direct./// 8. Boston Financial Management; 255 State Street, 6th FL, Boston MA 02109; Marketing fees for one client referral arrangement; YES Investment Related; Approximately 1-5 hrs. per month; Small Marketing fee received./// 9. Augustar Life Assurance Corp; Fixed Life Insurance; Agent; Monitor Policy; NOT Investment Related; Start Date 04/01/2025; Approximately 1-5 hrs. per month; Direct from Augustar.///

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Primary Firm SEC Registration

This SEC-registered firm can serve clients nationwide. Some states may require the firm to submit a notice filing if the firm has more than 5 clients or a physical office there. You can view these state-level filings under the section titled "State Registrations and Notice Filings".
VA
VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.

VALMARK ADVISERS INC | VALMARK ADVISERS, INC.

CRD#: 108050 / SEC#: 801-55564
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (5/29/1998 Approved)
Wyoming
Registered Investment Advisory firm - Wyoming (8/11/2017 Terminated)
Why is a state registration marked "Terminated"? When a firm registers with the SEC (usually after managing $100M+ AUM), it often withdraws separate state firm registrations unless required by that state. The firm can still serve clients there through its individually registered Investment Advisor Representatives (IARs).

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 securities offerings such as stocks, bonds, and mutual funds through a broker-dealer.
RR
Arizona
(1/25/2006)
IAR
Arizona
(1/15/2013)
IAR
California
(11/14/2024)
RR
California
(9/16/2025)
RR
Colorado
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Colorado
(1/2/2013)
RR
Connecticut
(1/3/2005)
IAR
Connecticut
(2/19/2013)
RR
District of Columbia
(3/29/2021)
RR
Florida
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Florida
(1/27/2006)
RR
Georgia
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Georgia
(1/31/2012)
RR
Hawaii
(8/31/2021)
IAR
Hawaii
(11/1/2021)
IAR
Illinois
(4/12/2024)
IAR
Kansas
(2/21/2023)
RR
Kentucky
(10/16/2024)
RR
Maine
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Maine
(8/24/2016)
RR
Massachusetts
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Massachusetts
(1/25/2006)
IAR
Michigan
(1/14/2011)
RR
Minnesota
(2/5/2018)
IAR
Missouri
(11/8/2016)
RR
Nevada
(9/7/2018)
IAR
Nevada
(9/20/2018)
RR
New Hampshire
(10/24/2003)
IAR
New Hampshire
(1/26/2006)
RR
New York
(10/24/2003)
IAR
New York
(4/6/2021)
RR
North Carolina
(9/15/2016)
IAR
North Carolina
(5/2/2023)
IAR
Ohio
(3/26/2012)
RR
Oregon
(1/18/2006)
IAR
Oregon
(12/8/2006)
RR
Pennsylvania
(10/24/2003)
IAR
Pennsylvania
(10/6/2022)
RR
Rhode Island
(7/7/2005)
IAR
Rhode Island
(1/26/2006)
RR
South Carolina
(10/8/2013)
IAR
South Carolina
(10/10/2013)
RR
South Dakota
(6/6/2016)
IAR
Texas
(4/16/2014)
RR
Texas
(8/24/2016)
RR
Vermont
(9/25/2008)
IAR
Vermont
(1/8/2013)
IAR
Virginia
(1/26/2006)

Don't see your state listed? The advisor may still be able to work with you under the federal De Minimis Rule, which allows up to five investment advisory clients in a state without registration. Some states, like TX, LA, NE, and NH, may still require registration or notice filing. Contact the advisor or their firm to confirm their investment advisory availability in your state.Note:This rule does not apply to broker-dealer activity.

Exams

Financial professionals may take different exams throughout their careers based on the types of services they provide and roles they perform.

Series 66 — Uniform Combined State Law Examination

Passed Jan 2006About the Series 66 exam

Series 63 — Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination

Passed Jul 1985About the Series 63 exam

SIE — Securities Industry Essentials Examination

Passed Oct 2018About the SIE exam

Series 7 — General Securities Representative Examination

Passed Jul 1985About the Series 7 exam

Series 24 — General Securities Principal Examination

Passed May 2004About the Series 24 exam
FINRA
SRO Registrations

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA

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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

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