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Derek Charles Adnams

Derek C. Adnams

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | Financial Consultant
FISHKILL, NY
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CRD#: 3152807
Derek Charles Adnams

Professional summary


Derek Charles Adnams, who also goes by Derek Charles Adnams Jr., Derek Charles Adnams Jr, Derek Charles Adnams, Derek C Adnams, is a registered financial advisor currently at STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC located in Fishkill, New York and FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC located in Chappaqua, New York.

Derek is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1999. Derek has worked at 17 firms and has passed the Series 63, Series 65, SIE, Series 7, Series 10, Series 9 and Series 26 exams.

Biography


I partner with my clients and their families to develop customized financial plans that lead to a healthy relationship with their wealth. As part of that planning process, I learn their unique story, both personal and financial, and look at their current situation and compare where they are today with their vision for the future. Together, we discuss and implement solutions so that they're confidant in reaching that vision.
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Question & Answer


Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Derek Charles Adnams Jr. | Derek Charles Adnams Jr | Derek Charles Adnams | Derek C Adnams

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.
The advisor shows no other business activity.

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CRS (Client Relationship Summary) - RIA


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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®
None

Education


The College of New Jersey

Bachelor of Arts (BA) - English Literature

1997

Experience


Current

March 31, 2025 - Present

STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

Office #2: 480 Bedford Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514
RIA
CRD#: 104555
FISHKILL, NY
Current

January 11, 2022 - Present

FIDELITY BROKERAGE SERVICES LLC

Office #1: 480 Bedford Road, Chappaqua, NY 10514
BD
CRD#: 7784
Chappaqua, NY
Past

January 12, 2022 - March 31, 2025

FIDELITY PERSONAL AND WORKPLACE ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 288590
CHAPPAQUA, NY
Past

February 24, 2021 - December 20, 2021

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 19616
SPRING VALLEY, NY
Past

February 23, 2021 - December 20, 2021

WELLS FARGO CLEARING SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 19616
SPRING VALLEY, NY
Past

September 13, 2019 - December 31, 2020

TD AMERITRADE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT, LLC

RIA
CRD#: 111514
Morristown, NJ
Past

September 11, 2019 - January 11, 2021

TD AMERITRADE, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 7870
SHORT HILLS, NJ
Past

September 11, 2019 - January 11, 2021

TD AMERITRADE, INC.

BD
CRD#: 7870
SHORT HILLS, NJ
Past

January 11, 2017 - January 31, 2018

SCOTTRADE INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT

RIA
CRD#: 169988
SAINT LOUIS, MO
Past

May 20, 2015 - January 31, 2018

SCOTTRADE, INC.

BD
CRD#: 8206
FISHKILL, NY
Past

March 1, 2012 - January 15, 2013

KESTRA INVESTMENT SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 42046
CRANFORD, NJ
Past

September 27, 2011 - January 30, 2012

TOUCHSTONE SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 1526
GOSHEN, NY
Past

November 5, 2009 - September 20, 2011

NYLIFE SECURITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 5167
NEW WINDSOR, NY
Past

July 2, 2009 - October 19, 2009

MML INVESTORS SERVICES, LLC

BD
CRD#: 10409
SPRINGFIELD, MA
Past

December 18, 2007 - October 19, 2009

MML DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 38030
SPRINGFIELD, MA
Past

January 19, 2006 - September 13, 2007

MML DISTRIBUTORS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 38030
ENFIELD, CT
Past

November 21, 2005 - January 3, 2006

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

RIA
CRD#: 13941
KINGSTON, NY
Past

December 3, 2004 - January 3, 2006

CUNA BROKERAGE SERVICES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 13941
WAVERLY, IA
Past

June 13, 2003 - November 15, 2004

PRUDENTIAL ANNUITIES DISTRIBUTORS, INC

BD
CRD#: 21570
SHELTON, CT
Past

December 13, 2002 - June 13, 2003

PRUCO SECURITIES, LLC.

BD
CRD#: 5685
NEWARK, NJ
Past

January 14, 1999 - December 13, 2002

PRUDENTIAL INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT SERVICES LLC

BD
CRD#: 18353
NEWARK, NJ

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".
SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM

CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 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
California
(5/6/2024)
RR
Connecticut
(2/15/2022)
RR
Delaware
(6/27/2022)
RR
Florida
(2/15/2022)
RR
Georgia
(5/22/2023)
RR
Illinois
(9/22/2022)
RR
Maryland
(3/27/2025)
RR
Massachusetts
(8/30/2024)
RR
Michigan
(5/7/2024)
RR
New Hampshire
(4/4/2023)
RR
New Jersey
(2/15/2022)
RR
New Mexico
(5/9/2022)
RR
New York
(1/11/2022)
IAR
New York
(3/31/2025)
RR
North Carolina
(3/4/2024)
RR
Pennsylvania
(9/26/2024)
RR
Rhode Island
(5/16/2022)
RR
South Carolina
(7/12/2022)
RR
South Dakota
(4/6/2023)
IAR
Texas
(3/31/2025)
RR
Vermont
(7/11/2022)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
RR
Series 63
Date: 5/27/2015
Uniform Securities Agent State Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 11/14/2005
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA
SRO Registrations
RR
New York Stock Exchange

Current Firm


SA
STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC
CROSBY ADVISORS | STRATEGIC ADVISERS, INC. | STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC | STRATEGIC ADVISERS INC. | SAME | PORTFOLIO PLANNER | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES/PAS | PORTFOLIO ADVISORY SERVICES | FIDELITY PRIVATE PORTFOLIO SERVICES | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO SELECTOR | FIDELITY PORTFOLIO PLANNER | FIDELITY FUNDS MANAGERPROGRAM

CRD#: 104555 / SEC#: 801-13243

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - (8/11/1977 Approved)
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Contact information


Main Address
155 Seaport Blvd, Boston, MA 02210-2698
Mailing Address
Phone number
(617) 563-7000
Established
Firm type
Fiscal year end
# of Employees
16,291

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FIDELITY GO (12/5/2025)

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts2,486,631
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 1,067,664,605,590

Accountant surprise examination report


Filing DateForm ADV-E CoverForm ADV-E Report
09/24/2025
Cover Page

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Company Information


STRATEGIC ADVISERS LLC

Financial ConsultantCRD#: 104555Fishkill, NY

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