PW
Preston D. Watts
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS | Financial Consultant
Bend, OR 97703
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CRD#: 2642212
PW
Professional summary
Preston David Watts, who also goes by Preston D Watts, Preston Watts, is a registered financial advisor currently at U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC located in Bend, Oregon.
Preston is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1995. Preston has worked at 11 firms and has passed the Series 66, Series 63, SIE and Series 7 exams.
Biography
As a Financial Consultant, my goal is to assist clients in creating a better financial future. I have been helping individuals with financial planning and wealth management needs for more than twenty five years. In true partnership fashion, I will collaborate with you to create a personal financial plan defined by your goals and provide guidance that is clear, relevant and actionable.
Question & Answer
Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes
Aliases
Preston D Watts | Preston Watts
Other business activities
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The advisor shows no other business activity.
CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA
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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - BD
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Certified licenses
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NoneEducation
University of Utah
Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Film Studies
1995
Experience
Current
February 13, 2026 - Present
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 1025 Nw Bond St, Bend, OR 97703Office #2: 401 Washington, The Dalles, OR 97058Office #3: 1309 12th St, Hood River, OR 97031Office #4: 175 Se Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR 97702RIA
BD
CRD#: 14455
Bend, OR
Current
February 13, 2026 - Present
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
Office #1: 1025 Nw Bond St, Bend, OR 97703Office #2: 401 Washington, The Dalles, OR 97058Office #3: 1309 12th St, Hood River, OR 97031Office #4: 175 Se Reed Market Rd, Bend, OR 97702RIA
BD
CRD#: 14455
Bend, OR
Past
December 4, 2023 - February 13, 2026
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
RIA
CRD#: 17868
Bend, OR
Past
December 4, 2023 - February 13, 2026
U.S. BANCORP INVESTMENTS, INC.
BD
CRD#: 17868
Bend, OR
Past
June 20, 2023 - December 15, 2023
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.
RIA
CRD#: 5393
Eugene, OR
Past
June 5, 2023 - December 15, 2023
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.
BD
CRD#: 5393
Eugene, OR
Past
April 25, 2022 - May 9, 2023
FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS
RIA
CRD#: 288590
TIGARD, OR
Past
April 13, 2022 - May 8, 2023
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
BD
CRD#: 7784
TIGARD, OR
Past
September 9, 2019 - March 16, 2022
J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC
RIA
CRD#: 79
Tualatin, OR
Past
September 9, 2019 - March 16, 2022
J.P. MORGAN SECURITIES LLC
BD
CRD#: 79
Tualatin, OR
Past
September 14, 2015 - September 11, 2019
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.
RIA
CRD#: 5393
Portland, OR
Past
August 27, 2015 - September 11, 2019
CHARLES SCHWAB & CO., INC.
BD
CRD#: 5393
Portland, OR
Past
July 31, 2012 - August 12, 2015
TIAA-CREF INDIVIDUAL & INSTITUTIONAL SERVICES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 20472
PORTLAND, OR
Past
November 30, 2009 - June 26, 2012
TRANSAMERICA INVESTORS SECURITIES, LLC
BD
CRD#: 32205
HARRISON, NY
Past
June 26, 2008 - November 19, 2009
FIDELITY DISTRIBUTORS COMPANY LLC
BD
CRD#: 17507
SMITHFIELD, RI
Past
January 1, 2008 - June 5, 2008
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
BD
CRD#: 7784
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Past
December 14, 2006 - January 1, 2008
FIDELITY DISTRIBUTORS COMPANY LLC
BD
CRD#: 17507
SALT LAKE CITY, UT
Past
February 27, 2006 - November 9, 2006
SECU BROKERAGE SERVICES
BD
CRD#: 19899
COTTONWOOD HEIGHTS, UT
Past
September 14, 2005 - February 17, 2006
GLOBAL ATLANTIC DISTRIBUTORS, LLC
BD
CRD#: 8326
HARTFORD, CT
Past
October 16, 2001 - May 23, 2005
FIDELITY DISTRIBUTORS COMPANY LLC
BD
CRD#: 17507
SMITHFIELD, RI
Past
June 19, 1996 - October 16, 2001
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
BD
CRD#: 7784
SMITHFIELD, RI
Past
October 6, 1995 - January 1, 1996
FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC
BD
CRD#: 7784
SMITHFIELD, RI
Primary Firm SEC Registration
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UB
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
MARKET INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION | UNIONBANC INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC | UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA NA | UBOC INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | UB INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 14455 / SEC#: 801-70084, 8-30706
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/14/2009 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/28/2009 Terminated)Washington
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/24/2009 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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
Arizona(2/13/2026)
RR
California(2/13/2026)
RR
Oregon(2/13/2026)
IAR
Oregon(2/13/2026)
RR
Texas(2/13/2026)
IAR
Texas(2/13/2026)
RR
Washington(2/13/2026)
Exams
State Security Law Exam
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
Current Firm
UB
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
MARKET INVESTMENT SERVICES CORPORATION | UNIONBANC INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC | UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA NA | UBOC INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | UB INVESTMENT SERVICES, INC. | U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
CRD#: 14455 / SEC#: 801-70084, 8-30706
RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/14/2009 Approved)California
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/28/2009 Terminated)Washington
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (8/24/2009 Terminated)BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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Contact information
Main Address
800 N Brand Blvd. 16th Floor 16th Floor, Glendale, CA, 91203
Mailing Address
800 N Brand Blvd. 16th Floor, Glendale, CA, 91203
Phone number
(800) 634-1100
Established
Delaware since 06/28/2004
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
244
SEC notice filing (51 States and Territories)
FINRA licenses (51 States and Territories)
Direct owners and executive officers
| Name | Position | CRD# |
|---|---|---|
| U.S. BANCORP | SOLE MEMBER | |
| BEJASA, EILEEN | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT AND MANAGING DIRECTOR, BROKER-DEALER OPERATIONS | 7002808 |
| CANEVA, DANIEL CESAR | SVP CHIEF OPERATIONS OFFICER | 1686099 |
| CLARK, SHANNON KEITH | CHIEF FINANCIAL OFFICER | 5829700 |
| ELY, JAMES EUGENE JR. | SENIOR VICE PRESIDENT - SALES | 1843373 |
| FERGUSON, KIMBERLY NICOLE | CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND MANAGER | 4120145 |
| LAWLOR, BETH DEDRICK | EXECUTIVE VICE PRESIDENT | 5352662 |
| ROLLAND, JODI THOMPSON | MANAGER | 2290884 |
| SALSTROM, KYLE NORMAN | CHIEF COMPLIANCE OFFICER | 5025315 |
| TRIPLETT, SHANE T | INSTITUTIONAL SALES MANAGER | 1865319 |
Regulatory assets under management
| Total Number of Accounts | 3,905 |
| AUM (Assets Under Management) | $ 1,516,483,817 |
Disclosures
| Regulatory Event | 4 |
| Arbitration | 1 |
Accountant surprise examination report
| Filing Date | Form ADV-E Cover | Form ADV-E Report |
|---|---|---|
| 09/19/2025 | ||
| 08/20/2024 | ||
| 11/28/2023 | ||
| 11/21/2023 |
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Company Information
U.S. BANCORP ADVISORS, LLC
Financial ConsultantCRD#: 14455Bend, OR 97703TRUST BUT VERIFY
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