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Brian W. Eckeberger

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES
Plano, TX 75023
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CRD#: 1843766
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Professional summary


Brian Wayne Eckeberger is a registered financial advisor currently at KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC located in Plano, Texas and KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC located in Plano, Texas.

Brian is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1988. Brian has worked at 6 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, SIE, Series 7, Series 6 and Series 26 exams.

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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


None

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. 12/16/2011: DBA ONLY - GENESIS FINANCIAL GROUP - PLANO TXBusiness Name: Genesis Financial Group Investment Related: Yes Address: 1400 Preston Road, Suite 335 Plano TX 75093 Nature of Business: Registered Rep Activities through Kestra Investment Services, LLC using a DBA name; Insurance; Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: Wealth Advisor Start Date: 4/18/2017 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 91% - 100% (127 - 140 hours) Duties: Investment related activities associated with the functions of Registered Representative and Investment Advisor Representative.Business Name: Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Investment Related: Yes Address: 5707 Soouthwest Parkway, Building 2, Suite 400 Austin TX 78735 Nature of Business: Investment Advisory services through Kestra Advisory Services, LLC Position, Title or Relationship: Investment Advisor Representative Start Date: 4/24/2017 Hours per month: 100%+ (More than 160 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 81% - 90% (113 - 126 hours) Duties: Investment Advisory ServicesBusiness Name: Whiffletree Neighborhood Association Investment Related: No Address: 3336 Russell Circle Plano TX 75023 Nature of Business: Board Position (Board of Directors, Board of Trustees, etc.) Position, Title or Relationship: Board member, Treasurer Start Date: 1/1/2014 Hours per month: 0% - 10% (0 - 16 hours) Hours per month during trading hours: 0% - 10% (0 - 14 hours) Duties: Maintain financial records and maintain checking account

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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CRS (Customer Relationship Summary)

Certified licenses


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Experience


Current

April 25, 2017 - Present

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 3336 Russell Circle, Plano, TX 75023
RIA
CRD#: 283330
Plano, TX
Current

April 25, 2017 - Present

KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

Office #1: 3336 Russell Circle, Plano, TX 75023
BD
CRD#: 42046
Plano, TX
Past

December 5, 2011 - May 4, 2017

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
PLANO, TX
Past

December 5, 2011 - May 4, 2017

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
PLANO, TX
Past

April 15, 2010 - December 6, 2011

SIGNAL SECURITIES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 15916
PLANO, TX
Past

April 15, 2010 - December 6, 2011

SIGNAL SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 15916
PLANO, TX
Past

January 15, 2004 - March 22, 2010

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
RICHARDSON, TX
Past

January 14, 2004 - March 22, 2010

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
RICHARDSON, TX
Past

September 7, 1999 - February 3, 2004

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

RIA
CRD#: 8174
ADDISON, TX
Past

September 7, 1999 - February 3, 2004

UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC.

BD
CRD#: 8174
WEEHAWKEN, NJ
Past

January 12, 1998 - August 24, 1999

PFS INVESTMENTS INC.

BD
CRD#: 10111
DULUTH, GA
Past

September 2, 1988 - December 31, 1997

PFS INVESTMENTS INC.

BD
CRD#: 10111
DULUTH, GA

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".
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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)

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
(3/16/2018)
RR
Arizona
(6/20/2019)
RR
California
(4/25/2017)
RR
Colorado
(4/25/2017)
RR
Florida
(4/25/2017)
RR
Georgia
(4/25/2017)
RR
Illinois
(4/25/2017)
RR
Kansas
(4/25/2017)
RR
North Carolina
(1/2/2020)
RR
Oklahoma
(4/25/2017)
RR
Pennsylvania
(7/26/2018)
RR
Texas
(4/25/2017)
IAR
Texas
(4/25/2017)
RR
Washington
(4/25/2017)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 10/30/1999
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


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KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC
KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC | NFP ADVISOR SERVICES LLC

CRD#: 283330 / SEC#: 801-56126

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (12/31/1998 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
5707 Southwest Parkway Building 2, Suite 400, Austin, TX 78735
Mailing Address
Phone number
(844) 553-7872
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
1,299

SEC notice filing (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC BROCHURE (RETAIL CLIENTS) (10/21/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts155,482
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 60,174,309,829

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
12/23/2024
Cover Page
10/20/2023
12/21/2022

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Company Information


KESTRA ADVISORY SERVICES, LLC

CRD#: 283330Plano, TX 75023

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