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Brian P. Dennen

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP
San Diego, CA 92130
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CRD#: 3239786
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Professional summary


Brian Patrick Dennen, who also goes by Brian Patrick Dennen, is a registered financial advisor currently at INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC located in San Diego, California.

Brian is registered as an IAR (Investment Advisor Representative) and RR (Registered Representative) and started their career in finance in 1999. Brian has worked at 18 firms and has passed the Series 65, Series 63, Series 99TO, SIE, Series 7, Series 27, Series 4 and Series 24 exams.

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Are you a "fiduciary"?
Yes

Aliases


Brian Patrick Dennen

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) RAMONA WOODWORX LLC POSITION: Officer/Director NATURE: Other: INVESTMENT RELATED: No NUMBER OF HOURS: 5 SECURITIES TRADING HOURS: 0 START DATE: 03/01/2024 ADDRESS: 919 Turquoise St, Apt 8, San Diego CA 92109, United States DESCRIPTION: Assist with marketing and sales of outdoor furniture.

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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

Experience


Current

August 12, 2024 - Present

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Office #1: 12671 High Bluff Dr Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92130
RIA
BD
CRD#: 7717
San Diego, CA
Current

August 13, 2024 - Present

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

Office #1: 12671 High Bluff Dr Ste 200, San Diego, CA 92130
RIA
BD
CRD#: 7717
San Diego, CA
Past

May 7, 2024 - September 11, 2024

G. A. REPPLE & COMPANY

BD
CRD#: 17486
CASSELBERRY, FL
Past

May 2, 2024 - August 13, 2024

ATOMIC BROKERAGE LLC

BD
CRD#: 315263
NEW YORK, NY
Past

April 25, 2024 - August 12, 2024

FIRST AVENUE

BD
CRD#: 145860
NEW YORK, NY
Past

June 9, 2020 - September 29, 2023

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

RIA
CRD#: 6413
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

June 9, 2020 - September 29, 2023

LPL FINANCIAL LLC

BD
CRD#: 6413
SAN DIEGO, CA
Past

July 10, 2017 - March 23, 2020

ALLY INVEST ADVISORS

RIA
CRD#: 170301
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

February 22, 2017 - March 9, 2020

ALLY INVEST SECURITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 136131
CHARLOTTE, NC
Past

November 1, 2012 - November 3, 2016

WEALTHFRONT ADVISERS LLC

RIA
CRD#: 148456
REDWOOD CITY, CA
Past

January 24, 2012 - July 27, 2016

WEALTHFRONT BROKERAGE LLC

BD
CRD#: 153407
Redwood City, CA
Past

January 23, 2012 - January 23, 2012

LIVEVOL SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 23670
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

July 7, 2010 - January 4, 2012

LIVEVOL SECURITIES, INC.

BD
CRD#: 23670
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

October 21, 2009 - June 8, 2010

TRANSCEND CAPITAL

BD
CRD#: 104483
AUSTIN, TX
Past

December 5, 2008 - October 6, 2009

WINDFALL SECURITIES LLC

BD
CRD#: 147779
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

June 10, 2008 - December 31, 2008

TERRANOVA CAPITAL EQUITIES, INC

BD
CRD#: 45097
NEW YORK, NY
Past

February 17, 2006 - January 14, 2008

URCHIN CAPITAL PARTNERS, LLC

BD
CRD#: 45691
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

December 6, 2004 - February 17, 2006

TERRA NOVA FINANCIAL, LLC

BD
CRD#: 37761
NEW YORK, NY
Past

February 24, 2003 - September 1, 2004

ORION TRADING, LLC

BD
CRD#: 43932
WINTER PARK, FL
Past

December 3, 2002 - September 1, 2004

REDWOOD TRADING, LLC

BD
CRD#: 114774
SAN FRANCISCO, CA
Past

July 2, 1999 - January 27, 2003

SHARE KING, LLC

BD
CRD#: 33150
SAN FRANCISCO, CA

Primary Firm SEC Registration


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INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
HAGERTY STEWART & ASSOCIATES LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC | IFG FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | HAGERTY, VAN MOURICK & LOGAN | HAGERTY, STEWART AND ASSOCIATES, INC. | HAGERTY, STEWART & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CRD#: 7717 / SEC#: 801-62667, 8-22870

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/30/2004 Approved)
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

IAR
California
(8/12/2024)
RR
California
(8/13/2024)

Exams


State Security Law Exam
IAR
Series 65
Date: 10/11/2012
Uniform Investment Adviser Law Examination
State Security Law Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
RR
Series 99TO
Date: 1/2/2023
Operations Professional Examination
General Industry/Product Exam
General Industry/Product Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
Principal/Supervisory Exam
SRO Registrations
RR
FINRA

Current Firm


INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC
HAGERTY STEWART & ASSOCIATES LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC | IFG FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC | HAGERTY, VAN MOURICK & LOGAN | HAGERTY, STEWART AND ASSOCIATES, INC. | HAGERTY, STEWART & ASSOCIATES, INC.

CRD#: 7717 / SEC#: 801-62667, 8-22870

RIA
Registered Investment Advisory firm - SEC (1/30/2004 Approved)
BD
Broker-Dealer Firm Regulated by FINRA (Los Angeles district office)
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Contact information


Main Address
12671 High Bluff Drive Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130
Mailing Address
12671 High Bluff Drive Suite 200, San Diego, CA 92130
Phone number
(858) 436-3180
Established
Delaware since 07/09/2001
Firm type
Limited Liability Company
Fiscal year end
December
Firm Size
Large
# of Employees
622

SEC notice filing (52 States and Territories)


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FINRA licenses (53 States and Territories)


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Documents


Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / SEC)Customer Relationship Summary (CRS / FINRA)Latest Form ADV

Part 2 Brochures

FORM ADV PART 2B WRAP BROCHURE (9/4/2025)

Direct owners and executive officers


NamePositionCRD#
INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, INC.OWNER
DAVIS, SCOTT EARLECFO & FINOP7160800
DENNEN, BRIANCCO BROKERAGE & ADVISORY3239786
FISCHER, DAVID ALLENMANAGING DIRECTOR1634222
HEISING, SCOTT ALLENCHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER/ MANAGING DIRECTOR2192259
KEEFE, KEVIN MICHAELPRESIDENT, COO1869560
KREISMAN, SARAH JILLSVP & GENERAL COUNSEL2671706
PEARSON, TROY DALEROSFP2413897

Regulatory assets under management


Total Number of Accounts44,046
AUM (Assets Under Management)$ 11,322,059,063

Disclosures


Regulatory Event15
Arbitration2
Bond1

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Company Information


INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

INDEPENDENT FINANCIAL GROUP, LLC

CRD#: 7717San Diego, CA 92130

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